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RANDY ORTON PAYS TRIBUTE TO JOHN CENA

By Mike Johnson on 2025-12-15 23:19:00

Randy Orton, who missed John Cena's retirement match as he was in Saudi Arabia doing promotional work for WWE, posted the following tribute to Cena on Instagram:

"I broke into the wrestling business and grew up for the past 2 decades alongside @johncena I wrestled with or against him 100 times, at least. I would have enjoyed being there in DC for #wwe #snme and witness his emotional send off into retirement. But I know if ANYONE understands my absence, it’s John, because I was in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia #KSA promoting #riyadhseason and #royalrumble.
The morning of his retirement we exchanged a few texts, and I was honored to speak with him on such a big day. I look forward to following John’s career in Hollywood AND beyond. Skys the limit with this guy. An inspiration not only to generations of fans, but to myself, who was lucky enough to learn firsthand from one of the most OVER wrestlers ever. Thanks for being so good to my family over the years and thanks for making the lockeroom a better place. Take care John, and I’ll see ya around. ????????❤️"

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 

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