Je’Von Evans Says It Was ‘Emotional’ Backstage After John Cena’s Retirement Match

Je’Von Evans was on hand to see the reaction backstage for John Cena’s last match, and he recently recalled the mood after the bout. Cena lost to Gunther at Saturday Night’s Main Event on December 13th. Cena tapped out in a move that was very polarizing among fans.

Evans worked the event, teaming with Leon Slater to challenge for the WWE World Tag Team Championships. He spoke with Going Ringside about the vibe backstage and more. You can see highlights below:

On the Environment Backstage at Saturday Night’s Main Event:

“So the vibe was different but in a good way, you know? Everyone was in great spirits. Of course it was very busy. But everyone was there, everyone was having a great time. And yeah, it was an honor to be present, you know? It was an honor to experience all that.”

On If There Was a Lot of Sadness Backstage After Cena’s Retirement:

“I don’t think everybody was sad? It was just emotional, because we realised that somebody we grew up watching, or we watched for a very long time, he’s done. And when he says he’s done in the ring, he means it for sure… I know for a fact that it’s over. He’s not stepping in his gear no more. That is wraps.”

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