Tommy Dreamer Reacts to John Cena’s Face Turn at SummerSlam
Tommy Dreamer Questions the Point of a John Cena Babyface Turn at SummerSlam
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john Cena’s current WWE run has been a captivating study in character dynamics. Despite being positioned as a heel, the WWE Universe has consistently shown him love, even when he’s been pitted against fan favorites like Cody Rhodes.This unexpected adoration has led some to speculate about a potential return to his iconic babyface persona at WWE SummerSlam. However, wrestling veteran Tommy Dreamer sees little strategic advantage in such a move at this juncture.
Dreamer’s Skepticism: “Whoa, Riveting Turn”
On the popular “Busted Open Radio,” Dreamer expressed his bewilderment at the idea of Cena turning babyface again. “What is the turn? That they’re going to cheer for him? They’re going to go. ‘Let’s go, Cena. Cena sucks!’ Whoa, riveting turn,” he sarcastically remarked. Dreamer highlighted the current crowd reaction, noting, “He’s gonna nut shot Cody to people cheering ‘Yay’? Listen, it’s not per John Cena. He has done everything in his power. I watched the contract signing where he was trying to back out of the match, and then at the end they’re still cheering for him.”
This sentiment underscores the difficulty in forcing a character shift when the audience has already embraced Cena, regardless of his on-screen alignment. The “Cena sucks” chants,once a staple of his heel turns,now seem to be a mixed bag,frequently enough interspersed with genuine cheers.
The Unpredictable Nature of Cena’s Popularity
Back in March, John Cena officially shed his “hustle, loyalty, and respect” mantra, vowing to “ruin wrestling” and retire as world champion by the end of 2025. This heel turn initially garnered boos,particularly when Cena labeled the fans as toxic. Yet,over the subsequent months,a curious phenomenon occurred: the same fans who booed him began to cheer him. WWE Hall of Famer Bully Ray has attributed this shift to the inherent difficulty in genuinely booing a performer many consider one of the greatest in the industry’s history.Cena’s charisma and enduring connection with the audience seem to transcend conventional heel-babyface dynamics.
SummerSlam Showdown: A Championship Street Fight
The stage is set for a monumental clash at SummerSlam, where John Cena will defend his Undisputed WWE Championship against Cody Rhodes in a highly anticipated Street Fight. This main event bout at MetLife Stadium comes after Cena shockingly dethroned Rhodes at WWE WrestleMania 41. Rhodes earned his opportunity for retribution by winning the 2025 King of the Ring tournament, setting the stage for a rematch that promises intense action and unpredictable storytelling.
Whether Cena embraces his heel persona, reverts to his babyface roots, or continues to occupy this unique gray area, his presence guarantees a massive audience draw. The question remains: what direction will WWE take with “The Champ” at SummerSlam, and will it truly matter to a crowd that seems to love him no matter what?
If you use any of the quotes in this article, please credit “Busted Open Radio” with a h/t to Wrestling Inc. for the transcription.