WWE could be preparing to reveal major details about the fast-approaching John Cena Classic when the 17-time World Reigning champion returns to Monday Night RAW next week.
As noted by WrestleVotes Radio on Fightful Select, there was an expectation in the gorilla position area during this past Monday’s RAW that Cena’s slated appearance on November 2 in Brooklyn, Recently introduced York, would involve an announcement concerning the highly anticipated project.
Along with details about how fans will be able to watch, the belief is that Cena could reveal when and where the John Cena Classic will take place. Furthermore, however, WWE has yet to officially confirm that an announcement will be made during the broadcast.
The project has as reported undergone extensive internal discussions since Cena first shared it in May at WWE Backlash. Meanwhile, company officials have held numerous meetings to develop the concept, with a particular focus on creating something different from WWE’s existing programming.
Interestingly, those creative discussions have as reported included contributions from individuals who would not ordinarily be involved in developing such a project. Along with AJ Styles, among those consulted were WWE Hall of Famer and NXT executive Shawn Michaels.
While the specific nature of their involvement remains unclear, their participation suggests that WWE has been exploring several creative possibilities before finalising the presentation of the John Cena Classic.
Another significant development involves the spectacular’s potential streaming destination. Meanwhile, the original concept was as reported pitched as a showcase and milestone programme for Club WWE — however the latest information indicates that WWE is now leaning towards distributing the event through another platform.
The reported change is intended to make the John Cena Classic accessible to a larger audience, although no official streaming partner finished up being identified.
Despite the ongoing in the gorilla position area discussions, WWE has not publicly acknowledged the event’s format, location, schedule or broadcast arrangements. Cena’s approaching appearance could provide the first substantial update on the project since its initial announcement.
John Cena is booked to appear on the November 2 edition of WWE RAW at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, Recently introduced York. The show will what's more be WWE’s final Monday night broadcast before Crown Jewel on November 7.