John Cena could not have been a better first opponent for Carlito when the cool Superstar made his WWE debut in 2004.
Upon arriving at SmackDown, Carlito goaded Cena into a U.S. Championship title defense and (thanks to some cheating) Carlito would win the title in his debut match.
Speaking to “Cheap Heat” Carlito reflected on his debut victory over the future ‘Greatest of All Time.’ He said,
“To win a championship on my first night was crazy… you had to deal with people in the back who were like, ‘Oh, you’re the next whatever’ but I had dealt with it before and knew how to conduct myself.
“And Cena couldn’t have been a greater partner; he helped me out a lot. I thought he was ribbing me because he was so nice to me during the day, and when we locked up … that first kick to the stomach … I was like, ‘I see what’s going on here.’ But hey, he just hits that hard [laughs].”
After being drafted to RAW in 2005, Carlito would prove his title win was no fluke as he would capture the Intercontinental Championship in his first match with the red brand.
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In 2004, Carlito made his WWE debut on SmackDown and had the opportunity to face off against John Cena in his first match. This was a significant moment for Carlito, as he managed to win the U.S. Championship title in his debut match, thanks to some cheating tactics.
Reflecting on this memorable victory, Carlito spoke to “Cheap Heat” and expressed his thoughts on facing Cena. He mentioned that winning a championship on his first night was an incredible experience. Despite the pressure of being labeled as the next big thing, Carlito knew how to handle himself in such situations.
Carlito also praised Cena for being a great partner in the ring. He mentioned that Cena helped him out a lot during their match. Carlito initially thought Cena was joking around with him because of how nice he was during the day. However, when they locked up and Cena delivered his first kick to the stomach, Carlito realized that Cena hits hard. Despite the intensity, Carlito appreciated Cena’s support and guidance.
After being drafted to RAW in 2005, Carlito continued to prove himself as a formidable competitor. He won the Intercontinental Championship in his first match with the red brand, solidifying his status as a talented wrestler.
The video embedded in the article showcases the full segment of Carlito’s debut and his challenge to John Cena for the U.S. Title. It provides fans with a chance to relive this significant moment in WWE history.
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Overall, Carlito’s debut match against John Cena was a defining moment in his career. It marked the beginning of his journey in WWE and showcased his talent and potential as a superstar.