Cena’s 17th and Final Reign?
Brian and Darryl dive headfirst into the chaos, the crowns, and the chair shots that made WrestleMania 41 one for the ages — and the RAW After Mania shook even more foundations. Who rose? Who betrayed? And did John Cena really just become the GOAT? Spoiler: Yes. Yes, he did.
Episode Index
Intro: 0:07
WrestleMania Night 1: 4:15
WrestleMania Night 2: 29:30
RAW After Mania: 55: 23
WrestleMania 41 Overview
Dates: April 19–20, 2025
Location: Allegiant Stadium, Las Vegas, NV
Attendance: 124,693 over two nights
Notable Achievements:
Most successful WWE event to date
114% increase in viewership compared to WrestleMania 40
Record-breaking merchandise and sponsorship sales
Night 1 Highlights (April 19)
World Heavyweight Championship: Jey Uso vs. Gunther
Winner: Jey Uso (via submission)
Summary: Jey Uso capitalized on his Royal Rumble win, defeating Gunther with a series of top-rope splashes followed by a rear-naked choke, capturing his first World Heavyweight Title.
World Tag Team Championship: The War Raiders (c) vs. The New Day
Winner: The New Day (pinfall)
Summary: The champions lost their titles in a high-energy bout.
Jade Cargill vs. Naomi
Winner: Jade Cargill (pinfall)
Summary: Cargill showcased her dominance with a decisive victory.
United States Championship: LA Knight (c) vs. Jacob Fatu
Winner: Jacob Fatu (pinfall)
Summary: Fatu captured the title, marking a significant milestone in his WWE career.
Rey Fenix vs. El Grande Americano
Winner: El Grande Americano (pinfall)
Summary: In a thrilling match, El Grande Americano emerged victorious.
WWE Women’s Championship: Tiffany Stratton (c) vs. Charlotte Flair
Winner: Tiffany Stratton (pinfall)
Summary: Stratton retained her title in a hard-fought match, solidifying her status as a dominant champion.
Triple Threat Match: Seth Rollins vs. CM Punk vs. Roman Reigns
Winner: Seth Rollins (pinfall)
Summary: In a shocking turn, Paul Heyman betrayed both Reigns and Punk, siding with Rollins and handing him a steel chair to secure the victory .
Night 2 Highlights (April 20)
Women’s World Championship Triple Threat: IYO SKY (c) vs. Rhea Ripley vs. Bianca Belair
Winner: IYO SKY (pinfall)
Summary: SKY retained her title in a match that highlighted the athleticism of all three competitors.
Drew McIntyre def. Damian Priest
Winner: Drew McIntyre (pinfall)
Summary: This one was stiff. McIntyre finally gets his Mania moment with a Claymore that practically decapitated Priest.
Intercontinental Championship Fatal 4-Way: Dominik Mysterio vs. Finn Balor vs. Penta vs. Bron Breaker
Winner: Dominik Mysterio (pinfall)
Summary: Mysterio captured the title, continuing his rise in WWE.
Randy Orton def. Joe Hendry
Winner: Randy Orton (pinfall)
Summary: Joe Hendry got a pop, but Orton got the win and reminded everyone who the real legend is. Vicious RKO outta nowhere capped it off.
Logan Paul vs. AJ Styles
Winner: Logan Paul (pinfall)
Summary: Paul secured the win after interference from his associate was thwarted by Karrion Kross .
Becky Lynch & Lyra Valkyria vs. Liv Morgan & Raquel Rodriguez (c)
Winners: Becky Lynch & Lyra Valkyria (pinfall)
Summary: The duo claimed victory, showcasing their synergy as a team.
Undisputed WWE Championship: Cody Rhodes (c) vs. John Cena
Winner: John Cena (pinfall)
Summary: Cena made history by capturing his 17th World Title, surpassing Ric Flair’s record. The win was marred by controversy as rapper Travis Scott interfered, assisting Cena in the victory.
RAW After WrestleMania (April 21)
Location: Las Vegas, NV
John Cena’s Championship Celebration Interrupted
Event: Cena’s celebration was cut short by Randy Orton, who delivered a surprise RKO, signaling a new feud.
Women’s Tag Team Championship: Liv Morgan & Raquel Rodriguez vs. Becky Lynch & Lyra Valkyria (c)
Winners: Liv Morgan & Raquel Rodriguez
Summary: Morgan and Rodriguez reclaimed the titles. Post-match, Lynch turned heel, attacking Valkyria in a shocking betrayal.
Intercontinental Championship Fatal 4-Way: Dominik Mysterio (c) vs. Penta
Winner: Dominik Mysterio
Summary: Dom win with a little help from his friends.
Rusev Returns
Event: After a five-year absence, Rusev made a surprise return, attacking Alpha Academy, signaling his re-entry into WWE storylines.
Iyo Sky Confronted by Stephanie Vaquer
Event: NXT Champion Stephanie Vaquer challenged Iyo Sky, but the match was interrupted by Roxanne Perez and Giulia, leading to a chaotic brawl.
Bron Breakker Aligns with Seth Rollins and Paul Heyman
Event: Breakker joined forces with Rollins and Heyman, attacking Roman Reigns and CM Punk, establishing a formidable new faction.
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