Following the discussion around John Cenas retirement match, the conversation shifts to a deeper and more complex topic in professional wrestling - why Black superstars have historically struggled to receive sustained "Top Guy" pushes in WWE.

In this segment, we explore how opportunity, presentation, booking philosophy, and perception have shaped the careers of Black wrestlers across eras. This is not about individual talent, but about patterns, context, and the broader industry conversation that continues to resurface among fans and wrestlers alike.

Monarchs of Wrestling — where legacy, moments, and meaning matter.

John Cena’s legendary WWE career came to a shocking conclusion as he tapped out in his retirement match at Saturday Night’s Main Event. For a superstar who built his legacy on resilience, never quitting, and pushing through adversity, seeing Cena submit was a moment that stunned fans and sparked immediate debate.

On this episode of Monarchs of Wrestling, we break down why this ending felt so jarring, what it says about Cena’s legacy, and how WWE chose to close the book on one of the most defining careers in professional wrestling history.

This wasn’t just a finish — it was a statement.

AEW had WrestleDream two weeks and now start the march to Full Gear. Mercedes Mone continues to rack up the belt count. NXT had Halloween Havoc, and it was hectic three titles changed hands. As the main roster in WWE, they gear up for Saturday Night's Main Event in Salt Lake City on Saturday.

The Monarchs are back from a week off. They review and discussed what took place at WWE Crown Jewel and TNA Bound for Glory shows. Also, they previewed AEW WrestleDream.

NXT and TNA have drawn battle lines. Now, the companies are gearing for InVasion on October 7.

Reaction from All Out and Wrestlepalooza

It's a big week in wrestling. NT Homecoming is Tuesday. AEW prepares for All Out on Saturday. Also, on Saturday, WWE has it first PLE on ESPN, Wrestlepalooza from Indianapolis headline by John Cena vs. Brock Lesnar. News about WrestleMania for 2027.

The 100th episode of Monarchs of Wrestling