John Cena Wins Historic 17th WWE Championship at WrestleMania 41

LAS VEGAS, April 20, 2025 — In a thrilling climax to WrestleMania 41 Night 2, John Cena triumphed over Cody Rhodes to secure his 17th world championship, marking a historic moment in WWE history as the legendary wrestler prepares for retirement.

Cena’s victory in the main event at Allegiant Stadium came amid dramatic events, including an unexpected appearance by rapper Travis Scott, who inadvertently influenced the match outcome.

The night began with Iyo Sky defending her Women’s World Championship against Bianca Belair and Rhea Ripley in a fast-paced triple threat match. Sky successfully retained her title, executing a stunning Over the Moonsault to pin Belair, showcasing her extraordinary athleticism. “This victory was a testament to my hard work and determination,” Sky said after her win.

Next up was Drew McIntyre battling Damian Priest in a brutal Sin City Street Fight. McIntyre emerged victorious after executing a devastating Claymore kick into a steel chair, avenging past defeats to Priest. “This victory means everything after all we’ve been through,” McIntyre commented post-match.

In the Fatal 4-Way match for the Intercontinental Championship, Dominik Mysterio clinched his first WWE title by pinning Finn Balor. This match featured high-octane moments, with Bron Breakker displaying his power throughout. Mysterio celebrated wildly after winning, signaling a significant character shift amidst ongoing tension with Balor.

AJ Styles faced Logan Paul in another interesting match, where Paul showcased surprising wrestling talent. Despite interference attempts, Styles was ultimately pinned by Paul after a swift sequence of moves. “I respect AJ, but tonight was my night to shine,” Paul stated, looking forward to future matches.

Becky Lynch made a triumphant return, teaming with Lyra Valkyria to capture the Women’s Tag Team Championship from Liv Morgan and Raquel Rodriguez. Lynch’s comeback sparked a huge reaction from the crowd. “Tonight felt like home,” Lynch expressed with emotion.

Finally, the main event saw Cena and Rhodes engage in a hard-fought battle. Cena exploited a referee distraction to land the decisive blow, using the championship belt for the win. “I’m so grateful for this moment at WrestleMania,” Cena declared as the crowd erupted. “This is for everyone who stood by me.”

The event concluded with an attendance of 63,226 fans, marking a two-night total of 124,693, with many expressing satisfaction with the matches overall, despite some criticism of final moments in the main event.