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Why has John Cena been absent since Night of Champions?
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During his appearance on Mic Check with Mr. Anderson, WWE legend The Undertaker reflected positively on his 2006–2007 feud with Ken Anderson, formerly known as Mr. Kennedy. The Hall of Famer praised their rivalry on SmackDown, recalling how their chemistry created compelling television and memorable moments in the ring.
He specifically mentioned their series of high-stakes matches, including the disqualification bout at No Mercy, the First Blood match at Survivor Series, and their brutal Last Ride clash at Armageddon. The Undertaker’s remarks showed clear respect for Anderson's talent and professionalism, calling the program one of the standout rivalries of that era.
 In a surprising revelation during a recent YouTube vlog, Jake Paul claimed he is "banned" from WWE. While sitting alongside his brother Logan Paul, Jake addressed fan questions about a possible future in the Triple H-led promotion. When asked whether he might tag with or face Logan in WWE, Jake responded that he’s unfortunately banned from the company. The comment seemed half-serious, potentially teasing fans or reflecting internal pushback from WWE. Logan denied the claim and stated that his brother had rubbed a few people in TKO management the wrong way but nothing that couldn’t be fixed. |  Gunther is set to defend his World Heavyweight Championship against Goldberg at the 40th edition of WWE Saturday Night's Main Event on July 12 in Atlanta. The build-up saw Goldberg deliver a stiff punch to The Ring General on the final RAW before the event, teasing a possible upset. However, Gunther managed to avoid a Spear and retreated, keeping fans guessing. Interestingly, WWE’s official listing for a Supershow event one week later in Corpus Christi, Texas, advertises Gunther vs. Penta for the World Title. This listing heavily implies that Gunther will retain his championship at SNME, potentially spoiling the outcome of his clash with the 58-year-old Hall of Famer. |
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John Cena has been absent from WWE programming since successfully defending the Undisputed WWE Championship against CM Punk at Night of Champions 2025. Fans can rest easy, though his absence isn’t storyline-related.
According to NJ.com, The Cenation Leader is currently in New Jersey filming his upcoming Netflix comedy Little Brother. John Cena is scheduled to headline the first-ever two-night SummerSlam at MetLife Stadium, where he'll face 2025 King of the Ring winner Cody Rhodes in a blockbuster rematch for the title he won at WrestleMania 41.
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WWE could be setting up one of its biggest cross-generational tag matches in recent memory at SummerSlam 2025, with rumors swirling around the possible returns of The Rock and Travis Scott. The Final Boss hasn’t been seen since Elimination Chamber, where he helped Cena turn heel against Cody Rhodes. Meanwhile, Travis Scott, who played a pivotal role at WrestleMania 41, was expected to appear at Money in the Bank 2025 but was reportedly pulled at the last minute.
Sources now suggest Scott's return may be delayed until SummerSlam, where a massive tag match could unfold. If the plans go through, fans could witness The Rock and Travis Scott team up against Cody Rhodes and Randy Orton, a blockbuster pairing that mixes legacy, pop culture, and revenge in equal measure.
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WWE has officially written Sami Zayn off television once again after a brutal attack by Karrion Kross and Bron Breakker on RAW. The former Intercontinental Champion has been used in this on-and-off pattern frequently, taken out before WrestleMania 41 by Kevin Owens, only to return briefly to support Jey Uso at The Showcase of the Immortals.
With his storyline rib injury now confirmed as serious, Zayn is out indefinitely, paving the way for new names to rise on the red brand.
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