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John Cena vs CM Punk: Match records, rivalry recap and more

Image via WWE John Cena and CM Punk are one of the most storied rivalries in WWE history. John Cena was the reigning poster boy of WWE back in the early 2010s. His remarkable success was challenged by the unlikely rise of CM Punk, who dropped one Pipebomb in 2011 and changed the landscape forever. While the duo faced each other on some occasions, the true feud began after Punk rose to main event status. Since then, the duo has had one of the most captivating rivalries of all time, which is set to culminate at the Night of Champions 2025 PLE in their last-ever showdown. John Cena and CM Punk's match records John Cena and CM Punk have competed against each other in 14 singles matches. Both men have won 6 matches each, while two of those bouts ended in a draw. So the Night of Champions match will decide the true victor of their storied feud. John Cena vs Cena: A rivalry revisited The true beginning of John Cena and CM Punk's rivalry happened at the 2011 Money in the Bank event. It took place in Punk's hometown of Chicago and saw him defeat Cena to win his first WWE Championship. In doing so, Punk's contract expired and he left the company, only to return a few weeks later. Since that night, the duo engaged in a classic feud that saw them battle in high-stakes showdowns for the next two years. Cena and Punk had their last match on an episode of RAW in 2013. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Play Chess on Your PC, Free Play Classic Chess Install Now Undo The Unseen 17 won the match to retain his right to challenge The Rock for the WWE Championship at WrestleMania 29. John Cena and CM Punk are set to have one last showdown On the RAW after Money in the Bank PLE, Cena and Punk confronted each other in the ring. Following a classic war of words, the duo agreed to battle each other for the final time. The 17-time World Champion agreed to a title match in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, for the 2025 WWE Night of Champions Premium Live Event. This will be the first time they will collide in 12 years. With the stakes higher than ever, it will be a match to witness and the true culmination of their rivalry on John Cena's farewell tour. Also read: CM Punk steps out in support of 'No Kings Day' protest in Chicago