John Cena Shocks WWE Universe with Unexpected Heel Turn at Elimination Chamber

TORONTO, Canada — The WWE Elimination Chamber event on March 2, 2025, saw dramatic turns and high-stakes action as John Cena secured his spot at WrestleMania 41, only to turn heel in a shocking post-match betrayal of Cody Rhodes.

In a night filled with intense showdowns, Cena emerged from a brutal Elimination Chamber match as the No. 1 contender for the Undisputed WWE Championship. His victory sets the stage for a highly anticipated match against Rhodes at WrestleMania. However, the night took a surprising turn when after the match, Rhodes extended a moment of respect towards Cena, only to be blindsided by a violent attack initiated by the 16-time world champion.

Cena’s heel turn marks a significant shift in his career trajectory as he aligns himself with The Rock and Travis Scott. Following Rhodes’ rejection of The Rock’s offer, Cena attacked him, leaving the crowd stunned. This unexpected betrayal emphasizes Cena’s desperation to reclaim his status as a top competitor, possibly gearing him to surpass Ric Flair’s record as the most decorated world champion.

In other notable matches, Bianca Belair triumphed in the women’s Elimination Chamber match, overcoming the distraction caused by Jade Cargill, who attacked her tag team partner Naomi prior to the match. This outcome sets the stage for a potential matchup between Belair and Rhea Ripley or Iyo Sky as WrestleMania approaches.

Meanwhile, Sami Zayn faced a brutal defeat in an Unsanctioned match against Kevin Owens, which left Zayn seemingly absent from WWE’s programming for the foreseeable future. Owens’ victory was marked by intense physicality and serves as a foundation for a potential rivalry with Randy Orton heading into WrestleMania.

Nia Jax and Candice LeRae suffered a setback at the hands of Tiffany Stratton and Trish Stratus, who received a warm welcome from the home crowd. Jax’s earlier dominance appears to have fizzled, leaving her out of contention for key storylines as WrestleMania approaches.

Drew McIntyre, once a favorite to win the men’s Elimination Chamber, fell short and was eliminated early, possibly hinting at a WrestleMania matchup with Damian Priest. CM Punk also faced disappointment, finishing as a runner-up in the men’s Chamber match and falling short of his dream to main event WrestleMania.

The Elimination Chamber 2025 event has reshaped the narrative leading to WrestleMania 41, raising questions about Cena’s new alignment and the potential fallout for Rhodes. With heated rivalries intensifying and new angles emerging, WWE fans are left to ponder what lies ahead.