Results of Austin Theory vs. John Cena at WWE Wrestlemania 39
Austin Theory (c) vs. John Cena for the United States title took place at WWE Wrestlemania 39 Saturday. Here are the highlights…
* The Miz and Snoop Dogg did an introduction for the show in the ring. The duo ran down the card.
* Before the match, there was a make-a-wish video package. There were several kids on the stage for Cena’s entrance.
* The two had a feeling out process in the opening moments and the classic dueling Cena chants started up. Theory bit at Cena’s ear while the referee didn’t see to gain the advantage. After having control for a few minutes, Theory missed a dropkick and Cena applied the STF. Theory bit Cena once again to break the hold.
#USChampion @_Theory1 fights DIRTY against @JohnCena at #WrestleMania! pic.twitter.com/jOgKZvFgit
— WWE (@WWE) April 2, 2023
* Cena made his standard comeback and hit the five knuckle shuffle. Theory managed to avoid the AA but the referee got knocked down. Cena applied the STF and Theory tapped out but the referee was down. Theory hit a low blow followed by the A-Town Down to win the match.
Vintage @JohnCena submits #USChampion @_Theory1 at #WrestleMania … but the referee didn't see it! pic.twitter.com/cszCK5opBv
— WWE (@WWE) April 2, 2023