"I would love to get in the ring [with Cena]”: Former WWE Intercontinental Champion on John Cena's Retirement Tour

The internet is currently abuzz with one major story:

John Cena

's retirement. The 16-time World Champion recently announced his decision to retire from WWE during the Money in the Bank PLE, shocking the wrestling community. Fans are heartbroken to see their childhood hero leave the ring, and many WWE superstars have shared their emotional reactions to the news.

Matt Cardona

, in particular, expressed his thoughts on "

Busted Open Radio

" and revealed his interest in having one final match against Cena.

Matt Cardona on John Cena's Retirement Tour

In an interview with "Busted Open Radio," Matt Cardona recently shared his thoughts on John Cena's retirement tour. Cardona, who wrestled under the Zack Ryder gimmick in WWE, has faced John Cena in the past. Reflecting on those encounters, he said, "I would love to get in the ring [with Cena]." He added, "I've definitely grown as a man and performer [since we last wrestled]." (Credit: Busted Open Radio/ Wrestling Inc)

Cardona, formerly known as "Long Island Iced Z," acknowledged Cena's role in his growth during their feud in 2011. "All these years later, I'd like to see John Cena vs. 'The Deathmatch King' Matt Cardona in a WWE ring," Cardona enthused. Cardona and Cena's feud in 2011 preceded Cardona's brief run as WWE United States Champion.
Apart from Matt Cardona, other superstars like Bayley and Liv Morgan have recently shared their thoughts on John Cena's retirement. Here's what they said:

Bayley commented, “I said, ‘John, if there’s anything you think is missing from the women’s division or anything specific you think I should work on, what should it be?’” “It turned into this hour-long conversation and it all came down to storytelling. What’s the story we’re trying to tell tonight? Don’t think about what they want, what he wants, what you want. It’s all about storytelling.”
Liv Morgan said, “He’s been constant, undeniable, always there,” Morgan, 30, said. “You can always rely on John Cena being there. He’s had an amazing, unparalleled career. I think he deserves to live the rest of his life exactly how he wants. He’s given so much and we’ll really miss him.”

John Cena, a 16-time World Champion, has faced some of the greatest wrestlers in the industry, including The Rock,

The Undertaker

, Brock Lesnar, Randy Orton, Edge, and many others. According to some reports, WrestleMania 41 will be his final appearance at the event. However, he is expected to continue wrestling in premium live events such as the Royal Rumble and Elimination Chamber.