Mike Chioda reflects on John Cena's WrestleMania 28 loss to The Rock
Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 4:21 PM
Last updated Aug 18, 2026

Former WWE referee Mike Chioda discussed John Cena's dissatisfaction with his loss to Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson at WrestleMania 28. The match, which took place in 2012, is regarded as one of the biggest in WWE history. Chioda noted that Cena was not pleased about taking the loss, which was the culmination of their on-screen feud that had real-life implications. After the match, Cena expressed regret for his actions during the buildup and later made amends with Johnson and his family. Cena would later reclaim the victory over Johnson at WrestleMania 29.
- •John Cena lost to The Rock at WrestleMania 28 in 2012.
- •Mike Chioda confirmed Cena was unhappy with the outcome.
- •Cena later acknowledged his selfishness during the feud.
- •He apologized to both Johnson and his mother after the match.
- •Cena defeated The Rock in their rematch at WrestleMania 29.
- 4:21 PMWrestling Inc — Former WWE Ref Mike Chioda: John Cena Was 'Not Happy' About This WrestleMania Loss
"Mike Chioda reflects on John Cena being upset about losing one of his most famous WrestleMania matches.
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