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Time of India
14-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
R-Truth net worth: How rich is the 53-year-old legend who has taken the WWE by storm again?
R-Truth net worth: R-Truth/Ron Killings has become an inseparable part of WWE programming ever since he returned at Money in the Bank on June 7 and attacked John Cena during his tag match against Jey Uso and Cody Rhodes. Earlier tonight, on the June 13 episode of SmackDown, the 53-year-old veteran assaulted the Undisputed Champion on two occasions. His actions were met with cheers, a clear indication that he is a hit with the WWE Universe. R-Truth has earned a lot from his career in wrestling, which started in the late 90s. Here is a look at his net worth and sources of income What is R-Truth's net worth? R-Truth is a respected name in the pro-wrestling business, who has rubbed shoulders with the likes of The Rock and The Miz. According to a Times of India report, he has a net worth of $3 million. A large chunk of this comes from his work for the WWE. He used to earn $550,000/year under his old contract. However, he recently signed a new deal with the promotion. Its terms are said to be 'different' from the earlier one. R-Truth also earns money from royalties, merchandise sales and his appearance in WWE 2k25. He also has a clothing line that adds to his wealth. R-Truth is currently feuding with John Cena Earlier this month, Truth announced on X (formerly known as Twitter) that his contract with the WWE would not be renewed. This sparked outrage on social media as fans slammed the company and the higher ups for letting him go. Amid this, Truth returned to WWE programming at Money in the Bank and nailed John Cena with a spear and the title belt. This gave Cody Rhodes the chance to hit Cena with Cross Rhodes and get the win. His actions were his way of punishing Cena for humiliating him at Saturday Night's Main Event. Truth will now take on 'The Franchise Player' on the Blue Brand next week.
Time of India
04-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
John Cena to win the Money in the Bank match 2025 despite not being an advertised participant? All we know
The Money in the Bank match 2025 is around the corner, and it has the potential to change careers. The men's contest will see LA Knight, Solo Sikoa, Andrade, Penta, Seth Rollins and El Grande Americano locking horns for the coveted briefcase. However, in a weird twist, John Cena may win the match despite not even being an advertised participant . John Cena to win the Money in the Bank match? John Cena turned heel at Elimination Chamber 2025 on The Rock's instructions and vowed to 'ruin' wrestling on his way out of the business. He then beat Cody Rhodes at WrestleMania 41 to capture the Undisputed title. At Saturday Night's Main Event, 'The Franchise Player' set his sights on the World Heavyweight Championship and tried to cost the reigning champion Jey Uso his match against Logan Paul but his plan was foiled by 'QB1'. Cena could not try to make life difficult for 'The Yeet Master' by winning the briefcase and cashing in on him. This could create a situation where he walks away with both the Undisputed and the Heavyweight belts when he retires from in-ring competition later this year. Cena is not a participant in the match but could be added to it at the last minute on The Rock's instructions. 'The Final Boss' is a board member of TKO, which (in storyline) could explain the move. Cody Rhodes recently mentioned 'The Great One' on SmackDown, suggesting that he could return to WWE programming somewhere down the line. Interestingly, if Cena does indeed win the contract it won't be the first time that an unannounced participant walks away with the briefcase, which guarantees the holder a shot at the Undisputed or World Heavyweight title. Brock Lesnar had previously entered the match unannounced and emerged victorious. That said, the angle with Cena is purely speculative at this point. Are you ready for the Money in the Bank event? Cena, meanwhile, will be teaming up with Logan Paul to take on Cody Rhodes and Jey Uso at the Money in the Bank Premium Live Event. The show will be aired on Netflix in India on June 8. The card also features the likes of Naomi, Becky Lynch, and Stephanie Vaquer. Stay ahead of the game with the latest updates, match highlights, and insider stories from IPL, cricket, WWE, and more! Click here
Time of India
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
WWE SmackDown May 23: R-Truth says power corrupted John Cena, vows to destroy his ‘childhood hero'
WWE SmackDown May 23: R-Truth is set to take on the Undisputed Champion John Cena at Saturday Night's Main Event in a non-title match. Ahead of the showdown, the 53-year-old star sent out a strongly worded message to 'The Franchise Player' and promised to beat some sense back into him. R-Truth sends a chilling message to John Cena R-Truth addressed the WWE Universe on the latest episode of SmackDown and said that fame has corrupted John Cena, referring to the soon-to-retire star's recent heel turn. He pointed out that the current Undisputed Champion has been distant of late. 'I miss my hero, I can't deny it, so Saturday we say it again, if Cena wins we riot.'— R-Truth#SmackDown He also accused him of not replying to his messages properly. Truth went on to say that the man he faces at Saturday Night's Main Event is not 'childhood hero' but someone else. He then vowed to beat 'hustle, loyalty, and respect' back into Cena. How did Truth-Cena's feud start? R-Truth got involved in John Cena's match against Randy Orton at WWE Backlash earlier this month. He stopped 'The Viper' from nailing 'The Last Real Champion' with a pint kick. This gave Cena an opportunity to pin Orton after resorting to some unfair means. After the event, Cena put the veteran through a table and asked him to stay out of his business. Later, Truth challenged his hero to a match at Saturday Night's Main Event.
Time of India
11-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Randy Orton to ‘quit' the WWE after losing to John Cena at Backlash 2025? All we know
John Cena beat Randy Orton in the main event of WWE Backlash 2025 to retain the Undisputed Championship. The match, however, had its fair share of controversies. Cena picked up the win after delivering a low blow to his rival and hitting him with the title while the referee was down. The contest also saw Randy Orton do something that (in kayfabe) may force him to quit the WWE this week on Raw. Randy Orton to 'quit' the WWE this Monday? John Cena and Randy Orton rolled back the years as they put on a must-watch match for 'the last time'. At a crucial point in the contest, 'The Franchise Player' inadvertently hit the referee with the Undisputed title and knocked him out cold. Following this, Orton hit the opponent with an RKO only to realise that there was no ref around. Meanwhile, SmackDown GM Nick Aldis rushed down to the ring with several officials to check on the unconscious ref. This frustrated Orton to such an extent that he nailed the former Magnus with an RKO. 'The Viper' then proceeded to hit several officials with his finishers, crossing all limits. Triple H, the WWE's CCO, may threaten to 'fire' or 'suspend' Orton for these actions on Raw this Monday. This, in turn, could result in 'The Viper' walking out (or quitting) on the company on his own terms after nailing Hunter with an RKO. It goes without saying that all of this will be a 'work' as Orton won't be quitting the company in real life. Moreover, this angle is purely speculative right now. What role did R-Truth play in the main event at WWE Backlash 2025? Coming back to Cena and Orton's Backlash match, it also saw WWE veteran R-Truth get involved. He stopped the third-generation star from hitting Cena with a punt kick and received an RKO for his actions. However, this distraction was enough to help 'The Last Real Champion' resort to underhanded tactics and put away 'The Viper'. In case you did not know, Truth considers Cena to be his 'childhood hero' and is a 'fan' of his work. For all the latest coverage on WWE, track updates here
