John Cena is known as a tough guy in the ring, but he melted the hearts of fans and foes alike during a recent "Monday Night Raw."

Cena, along with his opponent Sting, took a moment after their match to honor a little girl who won the battle of a lifetime.

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Kiara Grindrod, 7, has been battling cancer, E! reported.

Cena stopped the show to spotlight Grindrod.

"We've got a special fighter in the house," Cena said. "We have a young lady who is 7 years old, and she just got some amazing news. She's been fighting quite a tough battle, and I’m proud to announce she won."

Cena added that Kiara is, "an inspiration to not only us in the ring, but to every single person outside the ring around the world."

He was then joined by Sting, Cena giving her a big hug and both giving the little fighter WWE gifts, E! reported.

Cena is known for helping Make-A-Wish and sick kids.

He is the first celebrity to grant 500 wishes, E! reported.

Cena will visit hospitals and take kids behind the scenes of the WWE events, treating them to T-shirts and wristbands.

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