John Cena is preparing for a special appearance at the 2025 WWE Royal Rumble, which will be his last time entering the famous match. Throughout his career, Cena has left a lasting mark with many unforgettable moments at the Premium Live Event, including surprise comebacks, unplanned events, and unexpected wins. In this article, we’ll look back at four of John Cena’s most memorable and important moments in WWE Royal Rumble history, moments that have made him one of the most exciting figures in the event’s history.
The 2005 Royal Rumble’s Unforgettable Ending
The 2005 Royal Rumble ended in a very strange way in WWE history. The last two wrestlers, John Cena and Batista, both fell over the top rope at the same time while Batista was trying to do a Powerbomb. This left the referees confused about who the winner was. Things got even more chaotic when Vince McMahon rushed to the ring, but he hurt both of his leg muscles (quadriceps) as he entered. Unable to stand, McMahon sat down and told the officials what to do. The match was restarted, and Batista was declared the winner.
John Cena’s Shocking 2008 Royal Rumble Return
John Cena’s comeback at the 2008 Royal Rumble is still one of the most surprising moments in the event’s history. In October 2007, he suffered a serious chest injury, and doctors said it would take six months to a year for him to recover. But Cena surprised everyone by returning just three months later. The crowd went wild when he showed up, and he ended up winning the match by eliminating Triple H. This made his return one of the most unforgettable moments in Royal Rumble history.
John Cena Joins The Elite In 2013 Royal Rumble
At the 2013 Royal Rumble, John Cena joined a special group of wrestlers who have won the event more than once. Alongside famous names like Stone Cold Steve Austin, Hulk Hogan, and Shawn Michaels, Cena won his second Royal Rumble. He entered as the 19th competitor and stayed in the match for over 26 minutes, taking out four other wrestlers, including Ryback, to win. This victory in 2013 helped solidify his place as one of the most successful wrestlers in Royal Rumble history.
John Cena Ties Ric Flair’s Record At 2017 Royal Rumble
In 2017, John Cena didn’t take part in the 30-man Royal Rumble match, but he still made a big impact that night. He faced AJ Styles in a much-awaited match and won, becoming the WWE Champion. This victory was his 16th World Championship, putting him on the same level as the famous Ric Flair for the most world title wins in WWE history. Now, as Cena starts his farewell tour, he hopes to make history again by winning a 17th world title, which would break the record.
