John Cena's Farewell Tour Dominates WWE Headlines

John Cena's Farewell Tour has become a central storyline in WWE, highlighted by his record-setting 17th World Championship reign and an upcoming title defense against Randy Orton at Backlash in St. Louis. Analysts expect Cena to retain the championship, with possible challengers such as LA Knight, CM Punk, and Dominik Mysterio lined up for future events. Cody Rhodes is anticipated to return for a marquee rematch with Cena at SummerSlam, potentially ending Cena's historic reign. The Cena-Orton rivalry continues to draw mainstream attention, referencing their famous 'Greatest Wrestling Match Ever' at Backlash 2020. Adam Copeland (Edge) has reflected on his match with Orton, emphasizing the unique challenges of performing without a live audience during the pandemic. WWE is leveraging these high-profile storylines to intertwine professional wrestling with broader entertainment trends.