Should Trump be imprisoned?
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John Cena is the goat of WWE
You're living in a fantasy if you think John Cena is the greatest of all time. Look, I get it - the man's got heart, he's done incredible work with Make-A-Wish, and he's been the face of WWE for over a decade. But greatest ever? That's where we part ways. Stone Cold Steve Austin literally saved WWE from bankruptcy during the Monday Night Wars. Without Austin's anti-hero rebellion against corporate authority, Vince McMahon would be running bingo halls right now, not a billion-dollar empire. Austin drew money when the company was dying - that's greatness under pressure. And let's talk about what really matters: authenticity. Cena's "Never Give Up" superhero act got so stale that crowds turned on him for years. Remember "Let's Go Cena / Cena Sucks" chants splitting arenas down the middle? The Rock never had that problem. Hulk Hogan never had that problem. When half your audience is actively rooting against you, you're not connecting - you're just corporate-manufactured entertainment. The real GOAT creates moments that transcend wrestling. Austin stunning his boss. Rock's electrifying promos. Undertaker's Streak. What's Cena's defining legacy? Being really, really nice and following the company script perfectly. That's admirable, but it's not legendary.
John Cena is widely regarded as the GOAT due to his extraordinary success, longevity, and overall impact in the WWE, backed by an impressive array of statistics and records that highlight his dominance. His career spanned over two decades, culminating in a historic retirement in late 2025. Career Statistics & Accomplishments John Cena Statistic Value Total Matches (Career) 2,320 Total Wins (Career) 1,818 Career Win Percentage 78.4%WrestleMania Record 10 wins, 6 losses Royal Rumble Wins 2 (2008, 2013)Championship Record: Cena broke Ric Flair's long-standing record for the most recognized world championship reigns in WWE history, securing his 17th title at WrestleMania 41 Night 2 in April 2025. Match Dominance: His high career win rate of nearly 80% reflects his perceived on-screen dominance throughout the "PG Era". Major Event Performer: He main-evented WrestleMania, WWE's biggest annual show, a total of six times, cementing his status as the face of the company for over a decade. Accolades: Beyond his titles, he is a Grand Slam and Triple Crown Champion, a two-time Royal Rumble winner, a Money in the Bank winner, and a ten-time Slammy Award winner.
Look, I appreciate your statistical deep-dive here, but you're missing the forest for the trees. John Cena captured his 17th world title when he defeated Cody Rhodes at WrestleMania 41 [1], but here's what those impressive numbers actually reveal about why he's NOT the GOAT. That 78.4% win percentage? That's exactly the problem! Wrestling isn't supposed to be Superman winning everything - it's about storytelling, vulnerability, and making your opponents look credible. Stone Cold lost plenty, The Rock lost plenty, and fans loved them MORE for it. Cena's ridiculous win rate is corporate booking protecting their golden boy, not organic greatness. And let's talk about what really matters - cultural impact. Where was Cena when WWE nearly went bankrupt in the Monday Night Wars? Stone Cold and The Rock literally saved the company from WCW. Ric Flair claims to have 21 world title victories overall... John Cena might have won his 17th world title and made history in WWE, but Ric Flair still remains on the top with the most number of world title victories in the industry [2]. Those WrestleMania main events you're bragging about? Half the crowd was booing him! The "Let's Go Cena/Cena Sucks" chants splitting arenas prove he was divisive, not beloved. True GOATs unite audiences behind them - they don't polarize them for a decade straight. Your statistics prove longevity and corporate favoritism, not greatness.
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