The SummerSlam battle between John Cena and AJ Styles is over, but one question still lingers: Why did the Cenation leader leave his armband in the ring after the match?
If the immediate reaction on social media to his gesture is any indication, Cena confounded the WWE Universe with his decision to leave one of his signature accessories behind in the squared circle. Only he knows the hidden meaning by the unexpected gesture, but that hasn’t stopped his loyal fans from predicting what’s next for the 15-time World Champion.
Here is a sample of what’s being said by the WWE Universe regarding Cena’s armband:
John Cena right now. pic.twitter.com/P8d3HSUK0m
— James Viscardi (@JimViscardi) August 22, 2016
Wow. The whole John Cena armband bit. Reckon the road's getting shorter for the face that runs the place? #SummerSlam
— Benjamin Luke (@StyloMelon) August 22, 2016
Update (1:45 p.m. Monday): Less than 24 hours after SummerSlam 2016 came to a close, social media continues to buzz with speculation regarding the hidden meaning behind Cena's armband gesture.
Here are more examples of what's being said by the WWE Universe in their search for answers:
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— Jenn Sterger (@jennifersterger) August 22, 2016
"Never. Give up"
#CenaArmband gesture could have been him saying he gave his all during the match. I refuse to believe it meant anything else. #SummerSlam
— Jennifer (@sassybella10) August 22, 2016
@WWE @JohnCena #CenaArmband Why i think he left it: pic.twitter.com/2NfTGazLad
— N¡CK Cøla (@nickcola2015) August 22, 2016
Wishful thinking but Dr. Of Thuganomics, please! #CenaArmband #WWE #Summerslam @JohnCena #WordLife
— Jeanette Rodriguez (@JeanieBronxNYC) August 22, 2016
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