## WarGames 2025: Cena vs. Mysterio Showdown
John Cena defended the Intercontinental Championship against "Dirty" Dominik Mysterio during WarGames 2025, a match presented by Angry Orchard. The event carried extra importance as it was Cena’s first defense of the Intercontinental Title—marking the moment he became a Grand Slam Champion, a rare achievement for wrestlers who have held every major singles championship in WWE.
### Match Highlights
- The confrontation began with Mysterio attacking Cena before the bell rang, attempting to gain an early advantage.
- Cena responded resiliently, performing his signature Five Knuckle Shuffle, but Mysterio consistently countered the Attitude Adjustment.
- In a key sequence, Mysterio used underhanded tactics, including exposing the turnbuckle and bringing a steel chair into the ring. Attempting to frame Cena for a DQ, both competitors fell to the mat to deceive the referee.
- Cena managed to apply the STF on Mysterio, though the referee missed the submission due to being knocked out.
- Mysterio hit a 619 and tried for a frog splash, but Cena countered, ultimately landing the Attitude Adjustment for a dramatic victory and the title win.
### Aftermath and Reactions
> “Cena dethroned 'Dirty Dom' to not only win the title but also achieve Grand Slam Champion status—a rare feat in WWE where a wrestler holds every major singles championship, akin to a musician hitting the top of every chart.”
The match’s conclusion punctuated Cena’s legacy, with speculation about his involvement in a WarGames team for future events. Cena’s win was historic as it was his first Intercontinental Championship, adding to his already legendary career.
### Key Takeaways
- Cena became Intercontinental Champion for the first time, completing his Grand Slam in WWE.
- Mysterio’s use of mind games and brawling tactics made for a thrilling contest.
- The storyline and outcome are linked to larger WWE narratives, including WarGames team formations and Cena’s farewell run.
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**Author's summary:** John Cena’s 2025 WarGames battle with Dominik Mysterio secured his Grand Slam status and delivered a career milestone, all while intensifying ongoing WWE rivalries.
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WWE — 2025-11-30