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John Cena Reacts To Last Night’s AEW Moment

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• John Cena Reacts To Last Night’s AEW Moment

On last night’s episode of AEW Dynamite: Winter Is Coming (where new champions were crowned), Samoa Joe defeated Eddie Kingston to retain the AEW World Championship in the main event.

Joe paid tribute to John Cena at the end of the match by locking Kingston in the STF and doing a salute.

Samoa Joe John Cena Tribute AEW Dynamite December 10 2025

Cena acknowledged Joe’s tribute by posting the following on Instagram:

John Cena acknowledges Samoa Joe tribute

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• Who Officials Believe Will Be The Next Face Of WWE

According to Bodyslam, one name keeps coming to the forefront as a long-term cornerstone of the company’s future: Bron Breakker. Internal chatter suggests that the 28-year-old powerhouse isn’t just another rising star – WWE officials are increasingly viewing him as someone who could become one of WWE’s defining faces for years to come.

Those close to creative and talent management reportedly see Breakker as more than a strong performer. There’s a growing belief that his trajectory mirrors the kind of sustained prominence that top stars like Roman Reigns enjoyed, with sources pointing to Breakker’s combination of physical presence, marketability, and in-ring impact as key reasons for the confidence.

Breakker’s momentum hasn’t been accidental. Over the past year, he’s been featured in some of WWE’s most talked-about matches, culminating in high-visibility moments on major shows. His victory in a marquee WarGames encounter and subsequent push toward singles glory have reinforced the idea that WWE isn’t merely experimenting with him – they’re preparing him for a leading role.

Among the plans reportedly being discussed is a strong showing for Breakker in the 2026 Men’s Royal Rumble, with creative buzzing about positioning him to win the bout and carry that success into a World Title win at WrestleMania 42. That kind of booking would signal a significant shift, effectively cementing WWE’s intention to elevate Breakker into the main event spotlight on a lasting basis.

This belief in Breakker’s long-term prospects appears to be rooted in more than just short-term results. WWE brass are said to appreciate his ability to connect with fans, perform reliably in high-stakes matches, and carry a narrative, qualities they view as essential for someone they could build programming around for the next era.

Whether Breakker ultimately becomes the next central figure in WWE storylines remains to be seen, but current internal signals point to a strong vote of confidence in his potential to be more than just a fleeting sensation – possibly one of the company’s future franchise players.

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