In a thrilling showdown at the WWE Survivor Series, John Cena's legendary career took an unexpected turn as he lost the Intercontinental Championship to Dominik Mysterio. The match was made even more dramatic by the return of Liv Morgan, who had been sidelined with a shoulder injury since June. As Cena faced off against Mysterio, Morgan's mischievous spirit couldn't be contained, and she played a pivotal role in her partner's victory.
The story began weeks earlier when Dirty Dom interrupted Cena's promo in Boston, showing no respect for the 17-time world champion. This led to an immediate Intercontinental Championship match, which Cena won, becoming the first-ever Grand Slam champion in WWE. However, the rivalry between Cena and Mysterio persisted, and it was decided that their final showdown would take place at Survivor Series in San Diego, Dom's hometown.
During the match, Mysterio's Judgment Day stablemates, Finn Balor and JD McDonagh, attempted to interfere, but they were met with a surprise as Sheamus and Rey Mysterio came to Cena's aid. This six-man tag team match ended with Cena, Sheamus, and Rey emerging victorious, giving Cena a significant advantage heading into the Intercontinental Championship match.
Despite Dom's home-field advantage, the crowd's support for Cena, and the emotional significance of his final match, Mysterio emerged as the Intercontinental Champion for the second time. This result means Cena will go into his final match on December 13 without a title, facing the winner of the Last Time Is Now tournament in the Saturday Night's Main Event.
The match between Cena and Mysterio was a testament to the unpredictability of sports entertainment, leaving fans with a lasting impression of a legendary career coming to a close. The involvement of Liv Morgan added a layer of intrigue, as her return and mischievous antics contributed to the dramatic conclusion of Cena's reign as Intercontinental Champion.
