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WWE Teases John Cena Vs The Rock At WrestleMania 42 Ahead Of SNME?

It’s been well-known for over a year that John Cena will not compete in a WWE ring ever again after 2025. Still, given that wrestlers never truly stay

John Cena News / The Spun / December 12

Will WWE Televise John Cena's Final Match? Here's What You Need To Know

Wrestling fans have been dreading this moment for a long time but it's finally here. On Saturday night, John Cena will appear in his final WWE match. Cena, a 17-time World Champion, will take on "The Ring General" Gunther in his farewell match.

Wrestling News / Wrestling on SI / December 12

WWE Hall Of Famer Expected To Attend John Cena’s Final Match

Another big name is expected to be in attendance for John Cena’s WWE retirement match. The GOAT will enter the ring for the final time as an active competitor when he faces off against Gunther at Saturday Night’s Main Event at the Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C.

John Cena News / Last Word On Sports / December 12

John Cena Dispels Wild Wrestling Rumor, Shutting Down Misinformation about His Final Match

It never should have been in doubt that John Cena’s final match was going to main event the final show he wrestles on. And yet, there we were earlier this week, with fans debating and crucifying WWE’s apparent decision to have Cena effectively be a curtain jerker for his own retirement show.

Wrestling News / Wrestling on SI / December 12

WWE Reportedly Planning Retirement Tours For Three Legendary Stars

Will WWE have another retirement tour-themed year in 2026? John Cena is set for the final match of his decorated WWE career when he goes one-on-one with Gunther at Saturday Night’s Main Event, which will cap off a memorable farewell tour for the record-setting 17-time World Champion.

John Cena News / The Sportster / December 12

Ex-WWE Stars Respond To John Cena 'Backstage Bullying' Claims

John Cena is set to retire tomorrow night at WWE Saturday Night's Main Event, but his past backstage behaviour has been a topic of discussion following accusations from David Otunga.

John Cena News / SportsInfo / December 12

John Cena thanks WWE universe for making tribute video on him

WWE posted a tribute video on most of its active roster talents thanking John Cena for his contribution to the promotion Ahead of Cena's retirement match

John Cena News / Last Word On Sports / December 12

The Good and The Bad: The John Cena WWE Retirement Tour

Ready or not, John Cena will bid farewell to the WWE universe at Saturday Night’s Main Event this weekend, closing the door on an illustrious 23-year career

John Cena News / Last Word On Sports / December 12

Booking (A Hypothetical) 'One More Year' of John Cena in WWE

WWE revolved their whole 2025 around John Cena’s retirement tour. At Saturday Night’s Main Event, he will complete his final date when he faces Gunther.

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Wrestling News / The Sportster / December 11

Hall of Fame Broadcaster On Getting Call From WWE For John Cena's R

Jim Ross says WWE never asked him to join John Cena's farewell; he'd have gladly helped. Ross noted AEW would likely have approved his appearance if WWE had even asked.

John Cena News / The Sportster / December 11

Brock Lesnar, CM Punk, And Countless Other WWE Stars Pay Homage To John Cena

John Cena's retirement tour, and his 25-year WWE career, comes to an end this Saturday. This is it. The Franchise Player will wrestle Gunther at Saturday Night's Main Event this weekend, and win or lose, that will be his final match.

Wrestling News / Fights Around The World / December 11

‘Who Cares?’ John Cena Opens Up About His Iconic Heel Turn

WWE legend John Cena is all set to bid adieu to the sport that made him a household name. As he prepares to face Gunther as his last opponent on December 13, he sheds light on his iconic heel turn and on creating viral moments in the sport.

John Cena News / Athlon Sports / December 11

WWE Saturday Night's Main Event Match Order Predictions

After nearly 25 years, John Cena will wrestle his final WWE match this Saturday, December 13, at the Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C. Fans and fellow wrestlers have been paying tribute to the 17-time world champion all month long.

John Cena News / Wrestling on SI / December 11

Gunther Sees Match With John Cena As A Passing Of The Torch Momemnt

The tournament to determine John Cena's last ever WWE opponent has come and gone, with it being confirmed that Cena will face "The Ring General" and former two-time World Heavyweight Champion, Gunther.

John Cena News / FirstSportz / December 11

Gunther Mocks John Cena’s 2002 Rookie Gimmick as Retirement Match Nears

Fans already understand the historic weight behind Saturday Night’s Main Event on December 13. The show isn’t just another premium WWE spectacle: it marks the final chapter of John Cena’s legendary 23-year career.

Wrestling News / SportsInfo / December 10

John Cena claims he apologized to WWE for going into business for himself

John Cena revealed that he apologized to the members of the WWE creative team regarding his introductory message for AJ Styles at the Crown Jewel The Leader

Wrestling News / SportsInfo / December 10

'I announced him even before he was John Cena,' - Lilian Garcia expresses excitement to announce on John Cena's retirement match

Lilian Garcia is set to announce in John Cena's retirement match, for which she claimed to be excited Garcia claimed that Cena was 'The Prototype' early

Wrestling News / Total Apex Sports / December 9

John Cena’s Post-Retirement Gig is So On-Brand It Hurts

Just when you thought you couldn’t see him anymore, John Cena proves us all wrong. Again. The legendary WWE superstar, actor, and professional apologizer