As John Cena approaches the final phase of his Farewell Tour, fans are eager for memorable moments during the remaining five appearances before his official retirement this December. The anticipation surrounding the John Cena retirement match has grown, especially as Cena takes a more active role in shaping his remaining in-ring storylines.
Throughout this year, Cena has faced several of his legendary rivals, including Randy Orton, CM Punk, and R-Truth. However, fans have expressed disappointment with WWE’s creative decisions under Triple H’s leadership and still hope for a few dream matchups that could provide a fitting end to Cena’s celebrated wrestling career.
Potential Match with The Miz Reflecting Their Longstanding Rivalry
The Miz has been a defining antagonist for John Cena, notably clashing in the WWE Championship main event at WrestleMania 27. Their rivalry thrived on contrasting personalities and captivating storytelling, making The Miz an ideal opponent for Cena’s final chapter. Currently, The Miz teams up with Carmelo Hayes in the tag team “Melo Don’t Miz,” but given his current position and age, a Cena versus Miz match during the Farewell Tour appears unlikely.
Rusev Could Have Provided a Strong Challenge Before Cena’s Retirement
Back in 2015, John Cena ended Rusev’s dominant United States Championship reign, defeating him at WrestleMania 31. This rivalry showcased Cena stepping up to counter a seemingly unbeatable champion. With only a few shows left before Cena retires, it seems improbable that he will face the 39-year-old Rusev, especially with Rusev currently pursuing the Intercontinental Championship against Dominik Mysterio. Should Rusev win that title, a future encounter with Cena might become more plausible, but not during the Farewell Tour.
Sheamus and Cena: A Rematch Fans Would Appreciate
Sheamus delivered one of the most dramatic blows to Cena’s legacy by ending his WWE Championship run in a Tables Match at TLC 2009. Known for consistent and dependable performances, Sheamus remains a fan favorite. Many hoped to see another high-stakes encounter between them before Cena’s retirement. However, current storylines do not indicate a likely reunion for these two veterans in the ring during the remaining Farewell Tour dates.
The Rock and Cena: The Trilogy That Never Came to Be
The Rock played a significant role in John Cena’s unexpected heel turn at Elimination Chamber: Toronto, fueling speculations about a potential third match between the icons. Though they headlined WrestleMania in back-to-back years with one win apiece, their rivalry lacked a definitive conclusion. Since the Toronto event, The Rock has not appeared, and there are no indications of the storyline resuming. Many believe that the 53-year-old Hollywood star should have finalized this trilogy before Cena retires.
Adam Copeland (Formerly Edge) Remains a Dream Opponent Despite AEW Commitment
The rivalry between Adam Copeland, famously known as Edge, and John Cena remains one of the most celebrated chapters during WWE’s Ruthless Aggression Era, helping establish both as main event stars. Copeland, now signed with AEW and wrestling as Cope, recently announced uncertainty about his wrestling future on the latest Dynamite episode. This announcement sparked hopes of a returning Edge to face Cena one last time in WWE. However, given his current contract with Tony Khan’s AEW, getting this match to happen before Cena’s retirement is highly unlikely.
With his farewell tour nearing its end, John Cena’s remaining matches carry significant weight in defining his legacy as a competitor. Facing any of these iconic rivals would offer fans cherished moments and a sense of closure. Although some of these dream matches seem improbable due to contractual or creative constraints, Cena’s appearance against AJ Styles at Crown Jewel serves as a reminder that there are still exciting shows to come before The Franchise Player steps away from the ring for good.
