According to a blockbuster announcement, John Cena appears to be preparing to make a triumphant comeback in Saudi Arabia after a five-year absence.
The last time fans saw John Cena in action in Saudi Arabia was at the historic Greatest Royal Rumble event in 2018. During that memorable event, the veteran squared off against Triple H in a thrilling singles match, ultimately emerging victorious. Cena has never been a part of the Crown Jewel show.
Now, wrestling enthusiasts have every reason to be excited, as John Cena’s return to Saudi Arabia is on the horizon, with his appearance confirmed for Crown Jewel 2023. While WWE has yet to make an official announcement, the news broke via the official Twitter handle of Riyadh Season. In a clip embedded below, the 8:38 mark reveals Riyadh Season’s announcement of Cena’s participation at Crown Jewel.
إطلاق فيديو موسم الرياض بهويته الجديدة 2023
تجارب وفعاليات ترفيهية عالمية للحظات استثنائية#RiyadhSeason#BigTime pic.twitter.com/1hyRhq4wKF— موسم الرياض | Riyadh Season (@RiyadhSeason) September 16, 2023
Cena’s last visit to Saudi Arabia in 2018 left an indelible mark on him, as he expressed his joy and gratitude for the opportunity to perform in front of his Saudi fans. Reflecting on his match with Triple H, Cena remarked,
“What an honor and a privilege it is to be allowed to be a part of an event like today. Regardless of what is going on in my universe, I was not going to miss this event for anything in the world. I want to send a genuine thank you to the kingdom of Saudi Arabia … for its unmatched hospitality that extends far beyond this evening. And I also want to say once again, thank all of you for allowing me to be part of something so special.”
John Cena has never wrestled a match at WWE Crown Jewel
Cena’s recent venture took him to India for the 2023 WWE Superstar Spectacle event, where he had never performed before. In an exhilarating tag team matchup, Cena teamed up with Seth Rollins to defeat Ludwig Kaiser and Giovanni Vinci of Imperium. After the contest, Cena delivered a heartfelt speech, expressing his gratitude to the passionate fans in attendance and revealing his long-standing desire to perform in India.
WWE says John Cena is the greatest of all-time. Do you agree? pic.twitter.com/c8toierrDj
— Wrestling News (@WrestlingNewsCo) September 16, 2023
As the WWE Universe eagerly awaits John Cena’s return to Saudi Arabia at Crown Jewel, the question lingers: Who will have the honor of stepping into the ring with the legendary Cena if he indeed graces the event with his presence?
