John Cena Turns Heel Ahead of Money in the Bank

John Cena has turned heel during his WWE retirement tour, vowing to retire as champion and 'ruin wrestling' for fans, a shift praised by Stephanie McMahon, who played a key role in his career. Cena is set for a title defense at Night of Champions in Saudi Arabia and a tag match with Logan Paul at Money in the Bank. On McMahon's show, Cena discussed his retirement decision due to physical decline and credited her influence on his character transformation. WWE RAW drew 2.7 million global viewers on Netflix for the May 19 show, despite a recent dip in U.S. viewership. The buildup to Money in the Bank 2025 includes major qualifying matches and notable performances from stars like Penta and Seth Rollins. WWE is undergoing a major period of transition and anticipation ahead of its upcoming events.