The wrestling world is preparing for the end of an era as John Cena, after nearly two decades of dominance, approaches his WWE retirement. Cena has confirmed that he has only ten matches remaining before his final bout on December 13, 2025. This farewell tour has been a celebration of Cena’s career, filled with memorable moments and a deep connection with the fans.
Since announcing his retirement timeline at Money In The Bank 2024, Cena has delivered a series of defining moments. He came close to winning the Royal Rumble and secured a victory at the Elimination Chamber, demonstrating his enduring star power. One of the biggest surprises was Cena’s heel turn alongside The Rock, betraying Cody Rhodes—a storyline that, though brief, generated massive attention. This shift led to a WrestleMania main event victory against Rhodes, where Cena won his record-breaking 17th World Championship. He then defended the title against Randy Orton and CM Punk, and also partnered with Logan Paul in a tag-team, illustrating his adaptability.
WWE later returned Cena to his babyface persona for a rematch against Rhodes, setting the stage for a showdown with Brock Lesnar. Before this anticipated match, Cena is set to face Logan Paul at Clash in Paris on August 31. At a SmackDown event in Dublin, Cena was visibly moved by the fans’ support and delivered a fiery promo, criticizing Paul before a dramatic act. Beyond the spotlight, Cena expressed regret for not being able to wrestle five dream opponents before he retires: Dominik Mysterio, AJ Styles, Seth Rollins, The Usos, and Jacob Fatu. As his career winds down, John Cena’s impact on wrestling and pop culture continues to resonate, with his final matches promising to be a fitting tribute to his legacy.