In a recent episode of the “Busted Open Radio” podcast, wrestling legend and WWE Hall of Famer, Bully Ray, provided his analysis of John Cena’s unexpected character transformation against Cody Rhodes at WWE Elimination Chamber: Toronto.
The podcast had several key points to be noted:
Reflecting on the possible impact of Cena’s character shift on WWE’s audience, Bully Ray said, “This might be the tipping point that sets viewers into a mindset of patience and willingness to let storylines unfold, rather than demanding instantaneous fulfillment each week and resorting to a revolt if not satisfied.”
Discussing hints leading to Cena’s dramatic heel switch, he noted, “There was a certain incident involving Rock and Cody [Rhodes]. In the backdrop of the scene was one of WWE’s massive eighteen-wheeler trucks. And guess who’s face is on that truck, looking over Rock and Cody’s interaction? It was John Cena. It makes you look back and ponder, ‘Wow, they intentionally planned that.’”