Doubt That John Cena Will Ever Match Ric Flair’s 17 World Title Run Record

John Cena is considered one of the greatest in professional wrestling, even though he doesn’t wear traditional gear. His career led him to Hollywood, leaving him one World Title short of Ric Flair’s record. Jonathan Coachman believes it should remain that way.

Pro wrestling outcomes are pre-determined, so anyone can be booked to win. However, booking someone like Cena or Flair requires a high level of skill and charisma to avoid alienating fans.

Speaking on The Angle Podcast, Coachman criticized the idea of Cena winning a 17th World Title to match Ric Flair. Coach also brought up how Cena himself realizes that his body can’t take the rigors on the road and bumps in the ring that another World Title run would require.

“I don’t want this to come off as disrespectful, because at some point I’m going to run into Ric Flair, and he takes this stuff very personally. I could be a 17x world champion if they so chose to give it to me, so to me that record means nothing. The kind of person he is, the way he went about it, the way he trained every single day. I really don’t care. If it means something to him, then I do care. I think John Cena realizes his body is beat up, and he could only look that good for so long, to go out there with the wrinkles on he muscles and veins kind of popping out. Will they give it to him, I doubt it.”

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It’s unlikely Cena will achieve a 17th World Title reign unless it’s a brief one, which seems improbable. He has transitioned to Hollywood, where he earns more and avoids the physical toll of wrestling.

Cena will return to WWE eventually. He hasn’t officially retired yet, and although a retirement match has been hinted at, there’s a chance he has another match left in him.

What do you think about John Cena winning another World Title? Should anyone surpass Ric Flair? Share your thoughts in the comments section!