John Cena’s pursuit of a record-breaking 17th WWE World Championship against Cody Rhodes at WrestleMania 41 is poised to be a historic moment, regardless of the match’s outcome. It could truly set him apart from those who have come before him.

Thanks to a notable statistic uncovered by @WWEStats, this title challenge will mark Cena’s tenth WrestleMania championship match, a feat unmatched by any other WWE Superstar. This remarkable achievement underscores Cena’s presence and significance on the grandest stage of them all.

It also shows how well he’s been booked over this time. Here is how everything breaks down:

Victorious:

• WrestleMania 20: Defeated The Big Show for the United States Championship.
• WrestleMania 21: Defeated John “Bradshaw” Layfield for the WWE Championship.
• WrestleMania 25: Defeated Edge for the World Heavyweight Championship.
• WrestleMania 26: Defeated Batista for the WWE Championship.
• Wrestlemania 29: Defeated The Rock for the WWE championship.
• Wrestlemania 31: Defeated Rusev for the United States championship.

Defeated:

• WrestleMania 24: Lost to Randy Orton for the WWE Championship.
• WrestleMania 27: Lost to The Miz for the WWE Championship.
• Wrestlemania 39: Lost to Austin theory for the United States championship.

Upcoming:

• WrestleMania 40: Will challenge Cody Rhodes for the Undisputed WWE Championship.

Cena’s upcoming match against Cody Rhodes at WrestleMania 41 will not only be a test of his championship aspirations but also a celebration of his WrestleMania legacy. His consistent presence in championship matches at the event solidifies his status as a WrestleMania icon, and this tenth challenge adds another chapter to his already storied career.

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Whether he walks away with the title or not, his place in WrestleMania history is firmly cemented. 2025 is the last year Cena will be working in WWE as an in-ring competitor.

Cena is currently tied with Ric Flair for the record of having the most World Title reigns in history. Ric’s daughter, Charlotte Flair, is not far behind as she still needs to win a few more to go until she can either tie for the record or break it.

Cena’s shocking heel turn at WWE Elimination Chamber has set the stage for a highly anticipated clash with Rhodes at WrestleMania 41. It will headline the second night of Mania.

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