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WWE Saturday Night's Main Event: Updated Card for John Cena's Last Match

Originally posted on Athlon Sports | By Steven Harrison | Last updated Dec 8, 2025 10:29 AM ET

All eyes of the wrestling world will be on Washington, D.C. this Saturday, December 13, as "The Greatest of All Time" John Cena competes in his final match and retires from the WWE. During his Farewell Tour, Cena has repeatedly stated no amount of money would bring him out of retirement for "one more match." Saturday Night's Main Event is the last time.

The reason John Cena is officially regarded by WWE as "The Greatest of All Time" is not only for his in-ring performances, but also his integrity in the locker room. As WWE's top star, Cena prioritized the business over his personal interests. On this last stretch of his career, his focus has been on giving back. He recently supported both Natalya's Dungeon and Bayley's women's wrestling event.

Pam, you had asked me a while ago how you could help ‘the business’. You have created something that does exactly that. A collaborative environment with the purpose of making everyone in the room better than they were yesterday. Attitude is infectious, the attitude you’ve created… https://t.co/Bmslhob9VB
— John Cena (@JohnCena) December 7, 2025

Triple H has given Cena the right to drive the creative direction of his last show. Cena's choice? Showcase younger talent. Before his main event, NXT talent will face established WWE main roster talent on one of the biggest nights in wrestling.

In the best possible way, Cena's last show will be "Then. Now. Forever. Together."