SmackDown Montreal: Cena’s Farewell Run Heats Up with Paris Match Booking
John Cena returned to Montreal on SmackDown (August 8), delivering a fiery promo against Logan Paul and signing up for a Paris clash. Sami Zayn pinned Solo Sikoa, and McIntyre took down Rhodes in a brutal post-match finale
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Montreal saw a triumphant return for John Cena, as fans gave him a hero’s welcome during what was billed as his final WWE appearance in the city. He addressed Brock Lesnar’s return, boldly declaring Lesnar now has a “John Cena problem.” The confrontation with Logan Paul ensued, with Cena calling him the “biggest dumb*ss” in memorable fashion—setting up a match at Clash in Paris. Cody Rhodes intervened to save Cena from an assault, leading to a tag match later in the night
Sami Zayn scored a surprise pinfall win over Solo Sikoa, earning major hometown support.
The Motor City Machine Guns beat Talla Tonga & JC Mateo, showcasing their veteran chemistry.
In the main event, Cody Rhodes & John Cena faced Drew McIntyre & Logan Paul. The match ended in disqualification after Logan hit a low blow; the post-match saw McIntyre viciously Claymore Rhodes through the announcer’s desk.
