5 Things John Cena could do on his SmackDown return this week

#4 John Cena teases a match for WWE Crown Jewel 2021

WWE returns to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia with WWE Crown Jewel 2021 this October. The event was officially announced during SummerSlam. pic.twitter.com/DMDnrtspRc

— Robert DeFelice (@dudefelice) August 22, 2021

Despite being in the twilight part of his WWE career, John Cena remains one of the biggest draws for the promotion. Next month, the company will be returning to Saudi Arabia for Crown Jewel 2021. Like all previous editions, Vince McMahon would want to book some major names for the show and Cena might be one of them.

He could tease the same on SmackDown this week if he does appear on-screen. There are multiple names he could face at the pay-per-view, including Finn Balor. The Undertaker is also rumored to make his presence felt on the Blue brand this week. WWE might be tempted to bring him back from retirement for one final showdown against Cena, his WrestleMania 34 opponent.

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#3 John Cena has a face-off against Brock Lesnar

Lesnar just murdered Cena pic.twitter.com/kMxnlueFYW

— Andrew Zarian (@AndrewZarian) August 22, 2021

Another interesting face-off that John Cena could have on SmackDown this week is against Brock Lesnar. The Beast Incarnate is advertised to appear on the show and will likely start his feud against Roman Reigns.

Lesnar returned to WWE at SummerSlam last month after Reigns' victory over Cena in the main event. He went on to confront The Tribal Chief, who wisely retreated.

However, what was not shown on television, was Lesnar taking Cena to suplex city after SummerSlam went off the air. The latter could have a face-off against The Beast Incarnate on SmackDown this week, teasing a future match between the two.