Insight with Chris Van Vliet AskCVV #113 - Predicting John Cena's Final Match, Gunther, Masked Man, Breakout Star of 2026, Nattie's New Gimmick
Dec 12, 2025
John Cena's final match takes center stage with exciting predictions and fan reactions. The impact of a victory over Cena on Gunther's career is explored, along with a look at potential breakout stars of 2026. The mystery of the masked man on Raw pops up, with speculation about Paul Heyman's involvement. Natalya's new heel persona adds intrigue, while Maxine Dupri's character evolution is also discussed. Lastly, memorable final matches are ranked in a Mount Rushmore format, making for a thrilling conversation!
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Winning Cena Elevates Gunther Regardless
- A Cena victory over Gunther wouldn't necessarily make him a number-one contender, but a win could still catalyze Gunther's rise.
- Chris predicts Gunther will be elevated into 2026 and could be groomed for a match with Brock Lesnar.
Fewer Title Changes, Bigger Impact
- WWE has reduced the frequency of title changes, making each world title switch more significant.
- Chris speculates Randy Orton is a likely candidate to dethrone Cody Rhodes next, setting up future feuds.
One Of Cena's Last Long Interviews
- Chris recounts conducting one of John Cena's last full-length interviews and learning behind-the-scenes details of the farewell tour.
- He highlights Cena planning the tour three years earlier and the time spent approving merchandise and presentation choices.