10 Compelling Contenders For John Cena's US Title Open Challenges

10. Goldust

It’s easy to look at the name Goldust on this list of fresh opponents for John Cena and think “what’s so fresh about a 46 year old WWE Superstar facing John Cena with the United States Championship on the line?” It’s fresh because Cena and Goldust have seldom of ever waged war with one another inside the squared circle.

A matchup with Goldust isn’t only fresh, but it is also compelling. The last time that Goldust ever captured a significant championship in singles competition for the WWE was in 1999. In fact yesterday, April 12th, 2015, is the 16 year anniversary (to the day) of the last time Goldust held the Intercontinental Title. It would be riveting TV to see Goldust come to the ring tonight on Raw, to answer Cena’s open challenge. Have the announcers remind us how long Goldust has been around, and how long it’s been since he’s experienced singles title success in the WWE. Have Goldust push Cena to the limit, scoring multiple very near falls before ultimately being defeated.

Then have Cena grab a microphone and tell Goldust that he’s given his entire life to the business, and while he came up short tonight, he is a living legend whose contributions helped change the way people look at the business. The son of the legendary Dusty Rhodes had mighty big shoes to fill, and he more than exceeded expectations. John Cena then raises Goldust’s hand, and hugs him. We all know Goldust’s days as an active competitor on the roster are numbered. Hard to think of a better way to appreciate the Bizarre One while he’s still at it.