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Since WWE superstar John Cena's shocking "heel" turn, wrestling fans have asked what Cena will do in his Wrestlemania 41 match against "babyface" Cody Rhodes.
Fans will soon have that answer.
Wrestlemania is next week, and tonight is the final episode of Monday Night RAW before the big event. Will Cena continue to be a "heel" after Wrestlemania 41?
If you want to get tapped in before this weekend's big event, here is what you need to know.
WrestleMania 41 is on Saturday, April 19, and Sunday, April 20.
WrestleMania 41 will begin each night at 6 p.m. CT. A kickoff show typically takes place before the event, but has not been announced.
WrestleMania 41 will take place at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas. Home of the NFL's Las Vegas Raiders, it will be the first WrestleMania at the stadium, and the first one to take place in the city since WrestleMania 9 in 1993.
The event will be streamed on Peacock, but you must have their premium or premium-plus subscription to watch. Internationally, it will be available on Netflix in most markets.
In professional wrestling, a heel is the villainous character — the one fans love to hate. Heels are the antagonists to the heroic faces (or babyfaces), and they often break rules, cheat, or display arrogant and cowardly behavior to generate heat (negative reactions from the audience).
John Cena made a shocking heel turn at WWE's Elimination Chamber event in Toronto on March 1, 2025, marking the first time in his career that he embraced a villainous role. Fans were stunned as Cena aligned himself with The Rock and launched a brutal attack on Cody Rhodes, the reigning Undisputed WWE Champion. Cena was the Captain America of wrestling. His unexpected shift was especially surprising, given Cena's long-standing reputation as one of WWE's most beloved faces.
In professional wrestling, a babyface is the heroic character — the one fans are meant to cheer for. Babyfaces typically follow the rules, display sportsmanship, and stand up against villainous heels. They are often portrayed as role models, embodying traits like perseverance, honesty, and resilience.
Eleven matches have been announced, but only two have been confirmed on which night they will take place.
The following matches are confirmed, but it hasn't been announced which night they will take place:
-USA TODAY Network reporter Jordan Mendoza contributed to this report.
This article originally appeared on Austin American-Statesman: When is WrestleMania 41? Dates, times and how to watch WWE event
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Fans will soon have that answer.
Wrestlemania is next week, and tonight is the final episode of Monday Night RAW before the big event. Will Cena continue to be a "heel" after Wrestlemania 41?
If you want to get tapped in before this weekend's big event, here is what you need to know.
When is WrestleMania 41?
WrestleMania 41 is on Saturday, April 19, and Sunday, April 20.
WrestleMania 41 start time
WrestleMania 41 will begin each night at 6 p.m. CT. A kickoff show typically takes place before the event, but has not been announced.
Where is WrestleMania 41?
WrestleMania 41 will take place at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas. Home of the NFL's Las Vegas Raiders, it will be the first WrestleMania at the stadium, and the first one to take place in the city since WrestleMania 9 in 1993.
How to watch WrestleMania 41
The event will be streamed on Peacock, but you must have their premium or premium-plus subscription to watch. Internationally, it will be available on Netflix in most markets.
What is a heel?
In professional wrestling, a heel is the villainous character — the one fans love to hate. Heels are the antagonists to the heroic faces (or babyfaces), and they often break rules, cheat, or display arrogant and cowardly behavior to generate heat (negative reactions from the audience).
John Cena made a shocking heel turn at WWE's Elimination Chamber event in Toronto on March 1, 2025, marking the first time in his career that he embraced a villainous role. Fans were stunned as Cena aligned himself with The Rock and launched a brutal attack on Cody Rhodes, the reigning Undisputed WWE Champion. Cena was the Captain America of wrestling. His unexpected shift was especially surprising, given Cena's long-standing reputation as one of WWE's most beloved faces.
What is a babyface?
In professional wrestling, a babyface is the heroic character — the one fans are meant to cheer for. Babyfaces typically follow the rules, display sportsmanship, and stand up against villainous heels. They are often portrayed as role models, embodying traits like perseverance, honesty, and resilience.
WrestleMania 41 match card
Eleven matches have been announced, but only two have been confirmed on which night they will take place.
WrestleMania 41 night one match card
- Roman Reigns vs. CM Punk vs. Seth Rollins
WrestleMania 41 night two match card
- Undisputed WWE Championship match: Cody Rhodes (champion) vs. John Cena
The following matches are confirmed, but it hasn't been announced which night they will take place:
- WWE Women's Championship match: Tiffany Stratton (c) vs. Charlotte Flair
- World Heavyweight Championship match: Gunther (c) vs. Jey Uso
- Women's World Championship match: Iyo Sky (c) vs. Rhea Ripley vs. Bianca Belair
- United States Championship match: LA Knight (c) vs. Jacob Fatu
- Intercontinental Championship match: Bron Breakker (c) vs. Penta vs. Dominik Mysterio vs. Finn Balor
- Women's Tag Team Championship match: Liv Morgan and Raquel Rodriguez (c) vs. TBD
- AJ Styles vs. Logan Paul
- Jade Cargill vs. Naomi
- Rey Mysterio vs. El Grande Americano
-USA TODAY Network reporter Jordan Mendoza contributed to this report.
This article originally appeared on Austin American-Statesman: When is WrestleMania 41? Dates, times and how to watch WWE event
Continue reading...
