WrestleMania 35: 5 Superstars Who Could Face John Cena

There were some rumors that John Cena is going to face Lars Sullivan at WrestleMania 35 but since Sullivan is suffering from an illness, this match is in jeopardy. New rumors are indicating that WWE could be planning a match between Samoa Joe, the new United States Champion, and Cena.

However, like any other rumor, it is unknown if it’s true or not. Both Superstars have already faced each other in 2017 but never properly feuded. This match has a possibility to happen but the main question is that is it going to happen or not. Are there any alternatives to John Cena vs Samoa Joe? Sure, there are many other Superstars Cena could feud with but in this column, we will look at 5 Superstars who could shockingly fight with John Cena and possibly defeat him at ‘Mania 35.

#1 Mustafa Ali

The heart of 205 Liv

I hate to say it but the only reason Kofi Kingston is getting a lot of exposure right now is because Mustafa Ali suffered an injury. Originally, Ali was going to be in the Elimination Chamber match this year but an unfortunate injury took this opportunity from him. It is currently rumored that Kingson is going to face Daniel Bryan at ‘Mania for the WWE Championship. However, if Ali hadn’t been injured, these things could have been happening with him.

However, Ali still has a pretty good chance to be in everyone’s eye. Cena, from the past few years, is passing torch to younger talents in WWE and Ali could be the next wrestler to face him. We all know that The Heart Of 205 Live needs some momentum at the moment and Cena could easily help him.

Both Superstars are face but it doesn’t mean that they can't feud together. Remember the Roman Reigns vs John Cena rivalry? They both were face at the time of feuding too!

#2 The Undertaker

The Undertaker is reportedly going to work at 'Mania, but against who?

Last year, The Undertaker returned to face John Cena in a squash match. The Deadman quickly got the victory and since then, fans are assuming that these two superstars could face each in a ‘Mania rematch.

‘Taker is currently not booked for WrestleMania but according to a source, he is going to be at the show. However, it isn't confirmed whether he will have an actual match or a cameo. If he is going to be in a match then Cena will be a good opponent for him. Both superstars know each other very well and will have no problem feuding with each other?

Last year, Cena challenged ‘Taker but could the latter challenge him at WrestleMania? Well, I don't have any answer for this question but all I know is that it would be great!

#3 EC3

EC3 is mocking Cena from the past few months

EC3 returned to WWE in 2018 and worked to their developmental brand for some time before joining the main roster, this year. He is mocking John Cena for the past few months and has posted many things against the 16-time WWE Champion on Social Media.

However, this all could be an indication that the former TNA World Heavyweight Champion is going to face Cena in future. Maybe the time has arrived for a feud between the two since they don't have any opponents for 'Mania.

Cena is a free agent and he can switch brands at any moment and currently, EC3, too, is working on both Raw and Smackdown Live. So wouldn’t it be interesting if they go on both brands and start a war of words?

EC3 has the potential to become a top Superstar but he hasn’t achieved anything big in WWE so far. However, if he feuds with Cena then things could change for him. In this feud, EC3 could be a heel whereas Cena, like always, will be a face.

#4 Lars Sullivan

Sullivan is currently suffering panic attacks

Currently, there are no updates on Lars Sullivan’s health. It is expected that he isn’t going to return anytime soon but is there any possibility on his return before WrestleMania?

I’m not a doctor but I think he has got some decent chances to be at the show and face Cena. If Roman Reigns can beat Leukemia in a mere 4 months then why can’t Sullivan return early?

I know the chances of happening this are pretty slim, but it can happen. A majority of fans now know that Sullivan is suffering mental illness but if he faces Cena then it will shock the world. He could even defeat the Cenation Leader at the Shows Of Shows but that could only happen if Sullivan somehow manages to return before ‘Mania. And even if he recovers before this show, there’s no guarantee that he will face Cena as the WWE now take these types of things seriously and they might want to give some more rest time to Sullivan.

#5 Aleister Black

The king of NXT

John Cena is the leader of Cenation and Aleister Black is the king of NXT who has now arrived on the main roster. If the WWE wants to make Black a top Superstar on the main roster then they must push him early. He could easily become a top wrestler in Raw/Smackdown and all he needs is some kind of attention. And, as I already said, Cena is known for passing the torch to young talents and he could do the same with Black.

The main roster already has tons of face wrestlers and I think Black should be a heel in this feud. He provides great matches in WWE and at ‘Mania, he could do the same with the 16-time WWE Champion, John Cena. I know it will hurt Black if he loses at ‘Mania against Cena but if he gets disqualified after ambushing Cena then I don't think it will affect his momentum. Cena could then take some time off from WWE in the name of this kayfabe injury.