John Cena Takes Subtle Shots at The Rock, Travis Scott in Pre-Summer Slam Showdown with Cody Rhodes
John Cena Takes Subtle Shots at The Rock, Travis Scott in Pre-Summer Slam Showdown with Cody. Rhodes John Cena is back and making headlines. Just days before Summer Slam 2025, Cena lit up the WWE Universe with a fiery promo. But it wasn’t just Cody Rhodes who caught heat. Cena also sent subtle shots at The Rock and even Travis Scott during a tense face-to-face segment on RAW.
A Heated Segment Before Summer Slam
This week’s RAW was electric. Fans were buzzing for the face-off between Cena and Cody Rhodes. It started with mutual respect, but things quickly turned personal.
Cena, as always, delivered his words with confidence. He praised Cody’s rise but questioned his identity. “You’ve walked in a lot of shoes lately,” Cena said. “But how many were yours?”
That line got the crowd going. But it wasn’t the only bar Cena dropped.

Dig at The Rock: A Family Business?
Many believe Cena took a jab at The Rock when he referenced “people who only show up when cameras are on and money is high.” The crowd gasped. Fans know that The Rock has returned for special events but stayed distant during tough stretches.
Cena added, “This business isn’t a family reunion. It’s a war zone. You either bleed for it or pose for it.” That line sparked even more speculation about a possible WrestleMania showdown between Cena and The Rock.
Travis Scott Reference Shocks Fans
The most unexpected moment came when Cena referenced rapper Travis Scott while talking about hype versus legacy.
He said, “Being loud on social media doesn’t mean you’re loud in real life. This isn’t a Travis Scott show with smoke and lights. It’s WWE — built on moments, not marketing.”
Fans erupted. Cena seemed to be calling out entertainers who chase fame without putting in the grind. It was a bold move, one that blurred the lines between pop culture and pro wrestling.
Cody Rhodes Holds His Ground
Despite the heat, Cody Rhodes didn’t back down. He responded with intensity and poise. “You talk about identity,” Cody said. “But I’m not trying to be the next you. I’m becoming the first me.”
The exchange was raw, real, and electric. It set the perfect tone for their upcoming battle at Summer Slam.
What It Means for Summer Slam 2025

Cena’s promo added fuel to an already burning rivalry. Fans are now more hyped than ever for this Summer Slam match. The tension is real. The stakes feel higher. And the WWE Universe is watching every move.
Could Cena vs. The Rock happen down the road? Was the Travis Scott mention just entertainment, or a deeper message? Time will tell. But for now, Cena vs. Cody is the fight everyone wants to see.
Final Thoughts
The segment proved why John Cena remains one of WWE’s best on the mic. His subtle shots at The Rock and Travis Scott stirred conversation far beyond wrestling. Cody Rhodes, on the other hand, showed he can stand toe-to-toe with the best.
As Summer Slam 2025 approaches, all eyes are on this explosive showdown. And if this week’s RAW was any hint, the fireworks have only just begun.
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