Nic Nemeth, the reigning TNA World Champion, has expressed his enthusiasm for the possibility of John Cena making a surprise appearance in TNA during Cena’s year-long WWE retirement tour. Speaking to Sports Illustrated's The Takedown, Nemeth described the idea as "special" and potentially "game-changing" for the Total Nonstop Action brand.
WWE-TNA Collaboration Fuels Speculation
This prospect, once considered far-fetched, has gained credibility following WWE's recent announcement of a working partnership with TNA. The collaboration allows talent to cross over between the two promotions. While the agreement is expected to feature more TNA stars appearing on WWE programming like *NXT*, the possibility of WWE legends showing up in TNA cannot be dismissed.
If Cena were interested in making a guest appearance on TNA’s show, the door appears open.
Nemeth’s Excitement for a Cena Crossover
Nemeth, who previously performed as Dolph Ziggler in WWE, expressed his excitement about the idea but acknowledged the challenges. "Everybody on the wrestling map will be tripping over themselves for even a few minutes on-screen with John," he said. Cena’s retirement tour is expected to focus on WWE staples like Raw, SmackDown, and major events such as the Royal Rumble, WrestleMania, and SummerSlam.
However, the thought of Cena stepping into a TNA ring for the first time would be "surreal," Nemeth added.
Could Cena Win the TNA World Title?
The possibility of Cena winning the TNA World Championship has sparked further speculation. While it might sound improbable, 2025 is already shaping up to be an unpredictable year in wrestling. Fans are encouraged to add "John Cena as TNA Champ" to their bingo cards.
Nemeth openly stated that if Cena were to wrestle in TNA, he’d want to be the one standing across the ring from him. "I’d want to hog it," Nemeth admitted, acknowledging the fantasy-like nature of such a matchup.
Cena’s Retirement Tour: A Platform for Surprises
Cena’s retirement tour offers him significant creative freedom, and WWE would likely accommodate his wishes. If Cena chose to shock the wrestling world by appearing in TNA, it would undoubtedly create a viral moment.
This scenario recalls Cena’s 2011 promo opposite Vince McMahon, where he jokingly threatened to wrestle on *Impact Wrestling* during the "Summer of Punk" storyline. With Cena’s storied career nearing its conclusion, no idea seems too outlandish.
Wrestling’s Unpredictable Nature
Pro wrestling has long been a realm where the unexpected becomes reality. A John Cena appearance in TNA in 2025 might seem unlikely, but as Nemeth noted, "Never say never."
Imagine the headlines: John Cena in TNA, making history and breaking barriers. In the unpredictable world of wrestling, anything is possible.