WWE fans have Stone Cold Steve Austin theory after John Cena’s shock heel turn for first time in 21 years

WWE fans are dreaming of a Stone Cold Steve Austin return following John Cena’s shock heel turn.

Cena’s switch prompted disbelief from fans tuning into Saturday night’s show in Toronto.

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John Cena’s incredible heel turn shocked fans[/caption]

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Cena, 47, whacked Cody Rhodes with a low blow[/caption]

Cody Rhodes embraced Cena in the ring following his win.

But upon being prompted by The Rock, Cena struck Rhodes with a low blow.

Bleeding, Rhodes was then whacked on the ground by The Rock as Cena held him down.

The unbelievable heel turn sparked plenty of chatter online, particularly with WrestleMania 41 on the horizon.

Posting a picture of Rhodes with Stone Cold Steve Austin, one wrote: “Stone Cold mentioned this back in August of 2024 by talking about Mania 41.

“If Cody needs another hand, I’ll be there.”

To which a second replied: “This will be a wild ride and I’m hoping stone cold comes back for this.”

A third responded: “Omg if SCSA at Mania man this would be peak.”

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Another added: “This will be insane!”

Others, however, pointed out that a comeback is unlikely – given that the 60-year-old underwent major surgery last year.

One wrote: “Didn’t he just have some type of surgery?”

While a second asked: “Didn’t Austin just have double knee replacement or something like that?”

A third commented: “He did but after this double knee replacement, it’s hard to say. He’s working out and racing again but…”

WWE fans are dreaming of a Stone Cold Steve Austin return