To the shock and surprise of wrestling fans around the world, John Cena turned heel by attacking Undisputed WWE Champion Cody Rhodes after winning the Elimination Chamber in March 2025. One of the most shocking heel turns of all time,

Rikishi understands what John Cena is going through. John Cena’s heel turn at WWE Elimination Chamber shocked the world, and it instantly became one of the most unforgettable moments in recent history for fans.

Since John Cena turned heel at WWE Elimination Chamber, fans have buzzed about the possibility that he could bring back aspects of his Dr. of Thuganomics gimmick. Cena recently teased this development by posting a TikTok of the turn with his "Basic Thuganomics" song.