John Cena recently made his first televised appearance on WWE Raw in Brussels, where he addressed the crowd after attacking Cody Rhodes at the end of the Elimination Chamber event. The 15-time world champion was met with an initial wave of negative reaction from the audience, who booed him from the moment his music started playing.
According to Bully Ray, Cena’s promo was a masterclass in manipulation. He noted that Cena had a clear plan to take the crowd on an emotional rollercoaster, starting with hatred and eventually winning them over by making sense and sparking chants. In essence, Cena was able to pivot the audience’s opinion from outright dislike to acceptance.
Ray recalled being surprised by the initial reaction of the Brussels crowd, who seemed more hostile than he anticipated. However, as Cena began to speak, his words started to resonate with the audience, leading them to soften their stance towards him. The only moment where Cena was on the verge of losing the crowd’s support was when he had a 30-second window before they started apologizing to him.
Bully Ray praised Cena’s ability to take control of the situation and connect with the audience. He highlighted that Cena successfully created an emotional connection with the Brussels crowd, showcasing his skills as a masterful performer.
Source: https://www.wrestlinginc.com/1815825/bully-ray-assesses-john-cena-fared-brussels-crowd-wwe-raw