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John Cena tears up during emotional tribute highlighted by holding Cody Rhodes, CM Punk titles

John Cena tears up during emotional tribute highlighted by holding Cody Rhodes, CM Punk titles

8,570 days after John Cena made his WWE debut on the June 27, 2002 episode of SmackDown, the 17-time World Champion’s career came to an end Saturday night at Saturday Night’s Main Event in Washington D.C.

Wrestling News / Wrestling on SI / December 13
Cody Rhodes Cries Talking About John Cena After SNME Goes Off Air

Cody Rhodes Cries Talking About John Cena After SNME Goes Off Air

John Cena is no longer an active WWE Superstar. Cena wrestled his final match at WWE Saturday Night's Main Event in a losing effort. Cena did the unthinkable and tapped out to Gunther, who held him in a sleeper hold.

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WWE Saturday Night’s Main Event XLI (Review With Match Rating)

WWE Saturday Night’s Main Event XLI (Review With Match Rating)

It’s time for the world to bust out its best tissues and get ready for the emotional journey that will be WWE Saturday Night’s Main Event XLII. We have been waiting for this moment for over a year, but it is now time for John Cena to close his career.

Wrestling News / Fights Around The World / December 14

WWE Saturday Night’s Main Event 12/13 Recap: John Cena Gives The WWE Universe One Last Thrill

The last time was tonight as John Cena faced off with the winner of the ‘Last Time Is Now’ tournament—Gunther—live from Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C.

John Cena News / Yardbarker / December 13
Saturday Night's Main Event takeaways: Thank you, John Cena

Saturday Night's Main Event takeaways: Thank you, John Cena

For the final time in his illustrious career, John Cena has made his patented run to the ring. Cena's outstanding WWE career came to an end Saturday with a submission defeat at the hands of the "Ring General" Gunther.

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Don't Be Shocked When Another Big-Name WWE Career Ends Following Cena's F

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Reports suggest Brock Lesnar may retire at SummerSlam 2026 amid WWE's planned retirement runs. Wrestling Observer says WWE has working plans for 2026 retirements: AJ Styles, Lesnar, maybe Jericho.

Wrestling News / Fights Around The World / December 13

Does The Miz Blame Fans For Not Being Able To Face John Cena One Last Time?

WWE Saturday Night’s Main Event will see the poster child of the sport, John Cena, bid adieu to the world of wrestling with his retirement match against Gunther.

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The Rock regards John Cena as truly the GOAT of WWE

The Rock regards John Cena as truly the GOAT of WWE

John Cena indirectly congratulated The Rock for getting a Golden Globe nomination for playing Mark Kerr's role in his biopic In his Instagram post, the

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WWE Saturday Night's Main Event: Cena Last's Match Time, Predictions, & Swerves

WWE Saturday Night's Main Event: Cena Last's Match Time, Predictions, & Swerves

After a yearlong Farewell Tour, December 13 has arrived. The eyes of the sports entertainment world will be on the Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C., for John Cena's final WWE match.

Wrestling News / Athlon Sports / December 12
WWE SmackDown Results Dec. 12, 2025: Cena Tribute Live

WWE SmackDown Results Dec. 12, 2025: Cena Tribute Live

Refresh this page throughout the night for live results and analysis from Wilkes-Barre. WINNER: Ilja Dragunov def. Tommaso Ciampa via pinfall This match delivered exactly what it promised — hard-hitting, physical, and absolutely brutal.

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

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.

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John Cena Reveals Whether His Match Will Open Or Close Saturday Night’s Main Event

John Cena Reveals Whether His Match Will Open Or Close Saturday Night’s Main Event

John Cena has revealed the main event for WWE Saturday Night’s Main Event at the Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C. The legendary WWE superstar will put a bow on his historic career when he enters the ring for his last match, and it won’t be against just an ordinary opponent.

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John Cena thanks WWE universe for making tribute video on him

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

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