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Even though he's clearly no longer a full-timer in WWE, former 16 time World Heavyweight Champion John Cena will likely be a part of this year's WrestleMania event. But, as of this writing, the ex-WWE Champ doesn't have an official opponent for the company's biggest show of the year.
Whether it's an injury or another commitment, Cena always seems to turn up at WWE's biggest show, and he almost always creates a memorable moment.
Last year, Cena's match with The Undertaker wasn't made official until the day of the show, where he was squashed in less than three minutes by the returning "Deadman." This year's show will likely be different, as Cena's match will probably be announced on tonight's episode of Raw.
If Cena's match isn't made official on Raw, then that could be a sign that he won't be at this year's show, or if he is going to be there, he'll make a surprise appearance.
On that note, here are 3 potential opponents for John Cena at WrestleMania 35:
#1 Baron Corbin
As of right now, Baron Corbin doesn't have an opponent for WrestleMania, which likely means that he's going to end up competing in the Andre the Giant Memorial Battle Royal. However, it could also mean that he's going to go one on one with either the retiring Kurt Angle, or the returning John Cena.
Corbin has gotten a lot of television time over the last year, unfortunately for him though, it hasn't done him much good. But, perhaps a match with WWE's most popular superstar will give him the rub he needs.
Sure, most fans would be disappointed if they found out that John Cena's big match at this year's WrestleMania is going to be against Baron Corbin, but at the very least, it would mean that the former constable of Monday Night Raw won't be wrestling Kurt Angle in his retirement match.
#2 Finn Balor
While many have speculated that former NXT, Universal, and Intercontinental Champion Finn Balor will be going one on one with the returning Undertaker at WrestleMania 35, the "Demon King" recently said that the match isn't happening, and he explained why during an interview with the Kris Fade Show.
"Well, I would really love to fight Undertaker at WrestleMania but given the fact that I lost the title on Monday, I think I'm gonna attempt to convince Stephanie (McMahon) who I know is here at the World Games, to get me a rematch against Bobby Lashley for the IC Title."
Judging from his last few matches, it's quite clear that Cena, who was never a great technician, to begin with, has lost a few steps in the ring. So, it would make sense for WWE to have him go one on one with someone like Balor, who is capable of having a great match with just about anybody.
On a side note, if Balor wins back the IC Title before WrestleMania, then Cena could end up challenging for it at WWE's biggest show of the year.
#3 Kurt Angle
Way back in 2002, John Cena made his WWE television debut on SmackDown, as he answered Kurt Angle's open challenge, and while the then rookie gave our Olympic hero a run for his money, he was unable to prevail in the end.
It would make sense for Cena, who had his first big match with Angle, to be the one who faces our Olympic hero in his farewell match. On top of that, Angle would likely have no issue with putting Cena over, which would mean that, 17 years later, the former 16 time WWE World Heavyweight Champion was able to get his win back.
Of all the potential opponents for Cena, this is the one that makes the most sense. The two have a long history together, and whether he wins or loses, it'll be easy for Cena to once again leave WWE, as Angle will no longer be around to feud with.
