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WWE Never Even Tried To Get Edge For John Cena's Retirement Match

There have been moments over the last few months where it seemed like there might be a slight chance Edge, who now goes by Adam Copeland in AEW, might return to WWE to face John Cena in his retirement match.

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WWE SmackDown Star Teases Replicating John Cena's Ruthless Aggression Angle

Carmelo Hayes has hinted he wants to follow in the footsteps of John Cena and step up to a top WWE star ahead of his participation in the 'Last Time is Now' tournament.

Wrestling News / The Sportster / November 18

John Cena Pitched Big Idea To Triple H For Saturday Night's Main Event

Cena pitched SNME to pair main-roster stars with NXT in exhibition matches. He wants his farewell night to spotlight future faces, not just a tribute special.

Wrestling News / The Sportster / November 18

WWE Has Likely Chosen 2026 Hall Of Fame Headliner

John Cena is very likely to headline the 2026 WWE Hall of Fame after his December retirement match. He finishes his in-ring run Dec. 13 at Saturday Night’s Main Event after Survivor Series.

Wrestling News / The Sportster / November 18

David Otunga Open to WWE Return: Reflects on Tag Team Reign with John Cena

David Otunga says he'd return to WWE if they called; he enjoyed his time there. He credits WWE training for preparing him to announce for indie promotion 4th Rope.

Wrestling News / Last Word On Sports / November 18

John Cena Joins Long List of Wrestlers Praising Dominik Mysterio: 'He Reminds Me a Lot of Me…and A Lot of the Mistakes I Made'

When John Cena hit the stage for Raw’s Netflix debut to talk about his final bow from wrestling, it’s safe to say no one would have guessed the man who would have been given some of the most opportunities to be in the ring with Cena would be…Dominik Mysterio.

John Cena News / Stadium Rant / November 18

John Cena’s Final Raw A Nostaglic Masterpiece From MSG 11/17/25

This week’s episode of WWE Monday Night Raw from Madison Square Garden was a special one for many reasons, and most of them had to do with John Cena. The Last Time is Now Tournament continued, his next PLE match was announced, and nostalgia was at an all-time high.

Wrestling News / FirstSportz / November 18

John Cena’s Final Raw Ends in Triumph as He Topples The Judgment Day at Madison Square Garden

The November 17th edition of Monday Night Raw delivered one of the most memorable episodes in recent history. Live from Madison Square Garden, the show

Wrestling News / Wrestling on SI / November 17

John Cena Intercontinental Championship Defense Set For WWE Survivor Series: WarGames

John Cena will defend the Men's Intercontinental Championship for the first time ever during his final Survivor Series appearance on Saturday, November 29.

John Cena News / Athlon Sports / November 17

John Cena's Last WWE Match: Updated Tournament Bracket

Ever since John Cena's Farewell Tour began, the most talked-about question has been: Who will be his final opponent? Announced during the latest Saturday Night's Main Event, 16 wrestlers have been fighting for the coveted opportunity to be John Cena's final opponent in his legendary career.

John Cena News / Yardbarker / November 18

WWE will be in trouble once John Cena retires

As John Cena gets ready for his final appearances of his retirement tour, which concludes on Dec. 13, WWE faces a grave and daunting question they need to address soon. What's next for the company once Cena retires from in-ring competition?

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Wrestling News / The Sportster / November 17

Gunther Returns to WWE Raw: Ready to Raise Quality and Face John Cena

Gunther returns at Madison Square Garden, claiming he's back to "raise the quality" in WWE. He's in the Last Time Is Now Tournament to vie for John Cena's final opponent spot.

Wrestling News / Athlon Sports / November 17

WWE Raw - November 17, 2025 - Full Card, Preview

WWE fans are in store for a huge edition of Monday Night Raw from the World's Most Famous Arena, Madison Square Garden. Any time WWE is in MSG, history can be made, but tonight, it's guaranteed.

John Cena News / Last Word On Sports / November 16

The Greatest Rivals of John Cena in WWE, Based on Total Matches

The 23-year career of the Greatest of All Time is coming to an end. Since 2002, John Cena has lived World Wrestling Entertainment. He has become one of the most recognizable wrestlers on the planet and has helped WWE to achieve unprecedented levels of success.

Wrestling News / FirstSportz / November 15

John Cena Pens down an Emotional Note Ahead of His Final and 545th Match on Monday Night Raw at Madison Square Garden

The trifecta of John Cena’s farewell tour is officially here, as the WWE icon heads into the third-to-last appearance of his legendary career. The 17-time

Wrestling News / SportsInfo / November 15

Is John Cena unlikely to be a part of Survivor Series War Games 2025?

On the November 14 episode of SmackDown, Jimmy Uso joined the Babyface team as the 4th member for the War Games Given that Roman Reigns is scheduled to

Wrestling News / Fights Around The World / November 13

Almost The Final Hustle: John Cena’s Farewell Run Stops At The Madison Square Garden In NYC

As the John Cena farewell tour is well into its final lap, it’s only appropriate that his final WWE RAW appearance will be at the iconic Madison Square Garden (MSG) in New York City on Monday, November 17.

Wrestling News / SportsInfo / November 12

John Cena thanks Boston crowd after his final home appearance on WWE Raw

John Cena appeared on his penultimate episode on Raw as an active wrestler in Boston, his hometown The Leader of the Cenation Army beat Dominik Mysterio

Wrestling News / FirstSportz / November 12

John Cena Pens an Emotional Note After Epic Intercontinental Title Win in His Hometown of Boston

Wrestling for the last time in his backyard of Boston, John Cena scripted history on this week’s Raw. The 48-year-old captured the Intercontinental Championship for the first time in his legendary WWE career by defeating Dominik Mysterio.

Wrestling News / Total Apex Sports / November 11

WWE Handing John Cena the Intercontinental Title is a Head-Scratcher

Well, it finally happened. In a move that shocked approximately no one with a pulse, WWE decided to give John Cena his “feel-good” moment. On what feels like the millionth stop on his farewell tour, Cena captured the one title that had eluded him his entire career: the Intercontinental Championship.

Wrestling News / Total Apex Sports / November 10

John Cena’s Final Push: Can He Make The Intercontinental Title Meaningful in His Farewell?'

The news this morning from World Wrestling Entertainment is monumental for multiple reasons. According to multiple reports, including BodySlam.net, John

Wrestling News / Yardbarker / October 20