Wrestling Mayhem Show 986: Why John Cena’s Final Run Hit Harder Than Ever

Episode 39017 · December 10th, 2025 · 1 hr 37 mins

About this Episode

On Wrestling Mayhem Show 986, Sorg, Rizz, and Mad Mike say farewell to John Cena’s in-ring career and to our own Intern Tony, with Intern Mac close behind. This episode dives into both major wrestling news and the behind-the-scenes reality of indie wrestling production life.

This Week’s Topics:
• John Cena’s retirement weekend and reflections on his heel run
• Netflix preparing to buy Warner Bros Discovery and the implications for WWE & AEW
• NXT Deadline, ROH Final Battle, TNA Final Resolution
• AEW Continental Classic continues to impress
• Production stories from Exodus Pro and VCW featuring our interns
• The new 880 Wrestling Warehouse venue
• Enjoy Wrestling, RWA’s Seasons Beatings, and new match drops on IndyWrestling.us

What We Learned:
• Kendall Grey is a breakout talent in NXT
• RJ City’s AEW backstage work is a highlight
• 880’s new venue is a game changer
• Revisiting historic venues creates creative energy

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