Update on John Cena’s status for WWE WrestleMania 40
In the new issue of the Wrestling Observer Newsletter, Dave Meltzer gave an update on whether fans can expect to see John Cena at WrestleMania 40.
Meltzer reports that whether or not Cena will appear at WrestleMania is “basically up to his acting schedule and if there is something going on.” If Cena is involved with WrestleMania, the idea is for him to do something fun, short, and memorable.
Meltzer wrote:
Cena will soon be filming a second season of ‘Peacemaker.’ There has been some talk about Cena at Mania. It’s basically up to his acting schedule and if there is something going on. If there is, he may appear but couldn’t do anything that would be deemed a risk. We were told that if he does appear, the idea is to do something fun, short and memorable and with substance.
Cena did compete in the ring at WrestleMania 39 last year, losing to Austin Theory.
Cena was then able to make an extended return to WWE last fall due to Hollywood being on strike. Cena hasn’t wrestled since losing to Solo Sikoa at Crown Jewel.
Last November, Cena underwent two arm surgeries.
In recent media interviews, Cena has stated that he plans to retire from in-ring competition before he turns 50. Cena is celebrating his 47th birthday next month.
WrestleMania 40 is taking place from Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia on Saturday, April 6 and Sunday, April 7.
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