Johnny Gargano Discusses Wanting a Spot in the John Cena Classic

Johnny Gargano Reveals Competing in the John Cena Classic Would Be a Dream Come True

Johnny Gargano has his sights firmly set on the upcoming John Cena Classic, admitting that earning a spot on the card would be the realization of a lifelong aspiration.

Speaking in a new interview with WDW News Today, Gargano opened up about his deep-rooted history with John Cena and the significance of the December 14 event heading to the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex at Disney World. While he has Cena’s personal contact information, Gargano made it clear he prefers to let his body of work speak for itself rather than lobbying for backstage favors.

A Long-Standing Respect for the GOAT

Reflecting on his various interactions with Cena across different chapters of his career—from meeting him as a teenager to crossing paths as an extra and eventually sharing locker rooms in NXT and on the main roster—Gargano expressed immense admiration for the 17-time World Champion’s character:

“I do have John Cena’s number. Look, I’m not going to call in any favors for this one. If I am chosen, it would be a dream come true.”
“The one thing I will say about John is the thing I remember the most is he was the same every single time I met him and he was so true and so willing to give time.”
“So if a guy like that John Cena at the top of the mountain has time for guys like me at the time who was just an extra talent, I always remember man if that guy can do it, no one else has any excuse because he is the man, he’s the GOAT for a reason.”

Shaping Up for December 14

The John Cena Classic is shaping up to be a landmark showcase bringing together talent from RAW, SmackDown, and NXT. With names like Cody Rhodes and Zilla Fatu already attached to the radar, competition for slots on the card remains intense.

Whether Gargano secures an invitation or watches from the sidelines, his praise underscores the immense prestige already surrounding Cena’s conceptualized event.