Cena and Edge have crossed each other’s path many times over the last three years.
That number is probably well over 50 if you count the numerous dark matches (non-televised) that they have had.
This number is astounding considering the fact that the WWE has a draft every year where talent moves around to different shows.
It seems that no matter where Cena and Edge go, they find each other in the end.
The rivalry, in my opinion, is a throwback rivalry. It is a traditional matchup of a true babyface vs. a true heel
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Before I describe this rivalry let me write something about both superstars.
John Cena—loves him or hates him. He is a classic babyface.
He walks down the aisle week after week—smiling, saluting, and kissing babies. You'd think he was running for public office.
His chain gang consists of kids who flood WWE arenas wearing Cena t-shirts, and spinning championship belts and foam hands symbolic of his "you can't see me" taunt.
The group also consists of women who love the muscle-bound star.
Missing from this group are males, particularly adult males, who tend to dislike Cena because the WWE has shoved his character down their throats.
Still, Cena is a merchandising machine and the flag bearer for the WWE, similar to what Hulk Hogan and Steve Austin were before him.
Every babyface, however, needs that character who is a thorn in his side—the guy that fans love to hate.
Hogan had Savage and Andre The Giant. Austin had The Rock and Vince McMahon.
John Cena has Edge.
Edge is sneaky. He's a weasel. He's a snake.
He takes advantage of another person's weakness and calls it an opportunity. Thus, Edge is the ultimate opportunist.
Edge is not just a heel in the WWE. He is the heel in the WWE.
Edge gets a reaction out of the crowd like no other. Outside of Canada, he is virtually booed out of every arena.
To add even more heat, he married the most annoying woman in the history of mankind, Vickie Guerrero.
People say its best rivalry in raw history but for me this rivalry is one of the best in WWE. Because doesn’t matter which brand they fighting both crosses each other’s path anytime. Weather it is raw or smackdown doesn’t matter.
So just enjoy yourself and read about one the best rivalry in WWE/F.
Edge and Cena's history began at New Year's Revolution 2006 when Edge cashed in his
"Money in the Bank" briefcase and became WWE Champion.
The feud continued throughout 2006 with the two facing each other at five pay-per-view events.
Four of those were one-on-one encounters with Edge and Cena splitting down the middle with two wins apiece.
The feud officially ended at Unforgiven 2006, but Cena and Edge met many times in 2007 and 2008.
The rivalry was then renewed on Wrestlemania 25.
Edge won John Cena's World Heavyweight Championship in an elimination chamber match at No Way Out. It was a match in which Edge wasn't even supposed to participate, as it was to be exclusive to RAW competitors.
After Edge's surprising victory, Cena became a thorn in Edge's side. He eventually interfered with a scheduled one-on-one match between Edge and Big Show at Wrestlemania 25.
At Wrestlemania, Cena became World Champion again, which has led to the final encounter with Edge in a "Last Man Standing Match"
You would think that, after more than 35 television and PPV encounters, the feud could become stale. Cena and Edge have done a good job keeping things fresh.
Their promo on Smackdown. When Edge stated that he hated Cena, it was very believable.
Then Edge's attack on Cena last night on RAW was icing on the cake. It actually makes you wonder who will win the match on Sunday.
Both Cena and Edge have had numerous accomplishments in their careers.
Between them, they have won 34 titles.
They will both be in the Hall of Fame some day and they may even induct each other. Their singles careers will forever be linked to each other.
With this rivalry ended, we can look back at the feud and appreciate the lost art of the rivalry in professional wrestling. With matches occurred between them.
Just look at the matches between them and you decide it’s best feud in WWE/F history or not.
New Year’s Revolution 2006 - Edge beat John Cena to become the new WWE Champion
Royal Rumble 2006 - John Cena beat Edge to become the new WWE Champion
SummerSlam 2006 - Edge beat John Cena to become the new WWE Champion
Unforgiven 2006 - John Cena beat Edge to become the new WWE Champion
Cena and Edge have also had three other multiple person matches on pay-per-view (and another one on television) with the title at stake.
Backlash 2006 - WWE Champion John Cena beat Edge and Triple H
07/03/06 RAW - Edge defeated WWE Champion Rob Van Dam and John Cena in a Triple Threat Match to become the new WWE Champion
Backlash 2007 - WWE Champion John Cena beat Edge, Shawn Michaels and Randy Orton
No Way Out 2009 - Edge defeated WWE Champion John Cena, Rey Mysterio, Chris Jericho, Mike Knox and Kane to become the new WWE Champion
They’ve had ten one-on-one encounters on free television — at the very least.
01/30/06 RAW - Edge defeated WWE Champion John Cena by disqualification
02/16/06 RAW - WWE Champion John Cena defeated Edge
06/12/06 RAW - WWE Champion John Cena defeated Edge by disqualification
07/15/06 Saturday Night’s Main Event - John Cena defeated WWE Champion Edge by disqualification
10/02/06 RAW - WWE Champion John Cena defeated Edge in Steel Cage match
12/18/06 RAW - WWE Champion John Cena defeated Edge
12/25/06 RAW - WWE Champion John Cena defeated Edge
06/11/07 RAW - World Heavyweight Champion Edge defeated WWE Champion John Cena
06/23/08 RAW - John Cena defeated World Heavyweight Champion Edge
03/16/09 RAW - World Heavyweight Champion Edge defeated John Cena
At the very least, they’ve had fifteen more encounters through tag team matches on television.
09/19/05 RAW - WWE Champion John Cena, Shawn Michaels, Big Show and Matt Hardy defeated Edge, Kurt Angle, Gene Snitsky and Chris Masters
10/10/05 RAW - Edge, Kurt Angle and Carlito defeated WWE Champion John Cena, Big Show and Shawn Michaels.
01/23/06 RAW - John Cena and Ric Flair defeated WWE Champion Edge and Chris Masters
02/06/06 RAW - WWE Champion John Cena and Maria defeated Edge and Lita in a Mixed Tag Team Match
04/03/06 RAW - Triple H and Edge defeated WWE Champion John Cena in a Handicap match
04/10/06 RAW - WWE Champion John Cena and Triple H defeated Edge in a Handicap match
07/24/06 RAW - John Cena and Ric Flair defeated WWE Champion Edge and Johnny Nitro
09/04/06 RAW - WWE Champion Edge, Lita, and Randy Orton defeated John Cena, Trish Stratus and Carlito
09/11/06 RAW - John Cena, Jeff Hardy and Carlito defeated WWE Champion Edge, Randy Orton and Johnny Nitro
09/18/06 RAW - Edge, Trevor Murdoch and Lance Cade defeated WWE Champion John Cena, Shawn Michaels and Triple H by disqualification
11/20/06 RAW - WWE Champion John Cena, Shawn Michaels, Triple H and Ric Flair defeated Edge, Randy Orton, Big Show and Kenny
01/29/07 RAW - WWE Champion John Cena and Shawn Michaels defeated Edge and Randy Orton to win the World Tag Team Championships
02/15/07 RAW - WWE Champion John Cena, Undertaker, Batista and Shawn Michaels defeated Edge, Randy Orton, Montel Vortimus Porter and Mr. Kennedy
02/26/07 RAW - World Tag Team Champions John Cena and Shawn Michaels defeated Edge and Randy Orton
04/16/07 RAW - WWE Champion John Cena defeated Edge and Randy Orton in a Handicap match
And both have over 50 dark matches which not included in list.
now say is this one of the best rivalry or not?
