John Cena and AJ Styles Steal the Show at Crown Jewel
The WWE Crown Jewel event in Perth, Australia, witnessed a memorable night, with John Cena and AJ Styles starring in an epic encounter that paid homage to professional wrestling. The match, marked by the imminent retirement of both legends, offered a series of tributes to historical rivals and emblematic figures of the WWE.
Cena, who will retire at the end of this year, achieved his 100th victory in WWE Premium Live Events. This achievement places him in a prominent position, surpassed only by The Undertaker, who holds 107 victories, a record that will take time to be equaled.
Additionally, the event saw Seth Rollins achieve a significant victory over Cody Rhodes, and Bronson Reed secured a historic triumph over Roman Reigns, a result that surprised many.
Crown Jewel Featured Results
- Bronson Reed defeated Roman Reigns
- Stephanie Vaquer defeated Tiffany Stratton (Crown Jewel Women’s Championship)
- John Cena defeated AJ Styles
- Rhea Ripley and Iyo Sky defeated Asuka and Kairi Sane
- Seth Rollins defeated Cody Rhodes (Crown Jewel Men’s Championship)
Cena vs. Styles: A Tribute to Wrestling
The match between John Cena and AJ Styles could be considered Cena’s best match in his farewell stage, full of tributes. The match began with a special introduction by Cena, which included references to Total Nonstop Action Wrestling and the Bullet Club, which provoked chants of “Holy s—” and “This is awesome” even before the fight began.
The match exhibited great respect between both fighters, with several holds and displays of sportsmanship. The tributes to Cena’s former rivals included a Skull Crushing Finale (The Miz), an Accolade (Rusev), and even a Walls of Jericho (Chris Jericho). Styles, for his part, used his TNA attire.
The culminating moment arrived when Cena applied a Sister Abigail, followed by a kiss on the forehead, which generated a great ovation from the public, who turned on their phone flashlights creating a special atmosphere. Cena finally achieved victory after applying a Tombstone and an Attitude Adjustment, sealing a memorable match.
Rhodes and Rollins: The Future of the Industry
The event also featured the match between Cody Rhodes and Seth Rollins, a showcase of the present and future of wrestling. Rollins defeated Rhodes after hitting him with the Rolex watch that Rhodes had given him, followed by a stomp from the top rope. With this victory, Rollins was crowned men’s champion of Crown Jewel.
This triumph could be the beginning of a new stage for Rollins, driven by the strategy of Paul Heyman, who sought to unlock his true potential. This match, which followed Cena and Styles’, represented the passing of the torch between wrestlers.
Bronson Reed Surprises Roman Reigns
In a street rules match, Bronson Reed faced Roman Reigns. The match included cricket bats, rugby balls, and action throughout the arena. Reed, with the support of the public, managed to turn the situation around, with the help of Bron Breakker. The Usos tried to help Reigns, but Jey Uso accidentally slammed Reigns through a table, allowing Reed to get the victory.
This victory marks a milestone for Reed, who joins Cody Rhodes as the only wrestlers to defeat Reigns in recent years. Furthermore, Reed achieved this feat in his home country, a rare accomplishment in WWE.
Reigns, after the match, expressed his frustration to The Usos.
Vaquer is Crowned Champion
In the match for the Women’s Crown Jewel Championship, Stephanie Vaquer faced Tiffany Stratton. The audience showed their support with chants, and Vaquer achieved victory with a Corkscrew Splash, taking away Stratton’s undefeated streak and winning the title.
Australian Talent Shines at Home
The event highlighted the participation of Australian talent. Rhea Ripley and Iyo Sky defeated the Kabuki Warriors, Bronson Reed achieved a historic victory. Grayson Waller also had an outstanding participation during the week.
