Vince McMahon is portrayed as a diminished presence, not appearing prominently and being relegated to video packages, signaling a shift in leadership visibility.

The piece frames WWE’s post-Cena era, noting crowd reactions and the strategic implications for future storytelling and booking decisions.

The night centers on John Cena’s retirement performance, which is hailed as potentially one of his career-best shows despite a loss to Gunther, and is highlighted by a powerful crowd reaction.

The discussion takes an opinionated, forward-looking tone, focusing on character arcs, booking decisions, and long-term momentum rather than just who won or lost.

Paul Levesque (Triple H) is identified as a winner in the sense that he faced the challenge of following Cena’s night and must capitalize on the heat to sustain momentum.

The article references external results and opinion pieces for broader context while centering on the writer’s own assessment of winners and losers.

Culturally, Millennials are cast as the loser in the piece, with Cena’s retirement signaling a shift and nostalgia affecting different generations.

Gunther is named a winner for his result and momentum, with praise for his impact and a suggestion to continue top-tier booking to capitalize on the heat.

Triple H is also recognized as a winner for crafting booking that amplified Gunther’s heat and delivered a strong matchup with Cena.