At the historic WrestleMania 41, John Cena won his 17th world title, officially shattering the record of 16 titles held by the legendary Ric Flair. On April 20, 2025, in Las Vegas, Cena defeated Cody Rhodes in a stunning and dramatic main event, marking a historic victory. Cena's retirement tour included the match, which gave the long-awaited milestone more poignancy.

Cena's success is not simply a personal achievement but a tectonic shift in WWE history. With his famous "never give up" credo, Cena shocked viewers by taking a backseat for the first time in more than two decades. He aligned himself with Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson and defeated Rhodes with unexpectedly brutal methods. Fan interest has been rekindled by the unexpected heel turn, which has raised questions about his future plans before he retires from the ring in December 2025.

Although there were early speculations that WrestleMania 41 might be his last match, Cena clarified that he isn't finished yet. Now that his retirement is formally set for the end of the year, supporters can anticipate a few more games full of surprises, drama, and heartfelt farewells. As he travels to his final appearance, Cena is likely to be at the heart of big storylines that WWE develops around his farewell tour.

Outside of the ring, John Cena is still quite successful in Hollywood thanks to his roles in films like Fast X and Peacemaker. He intends to continue working with WWE as an ambassador and coach even when he retires. His position as one of the greatest WWE superstars of all time—a legend both within and outside the squared circle—has been cemented with his record-breaking 17th title. We will always remember WrestleMania 41 as the night that John Cena created history.