WWE is reportedly close to finalizing the date for John Cena’s final match with the company, focusing on an event in Boston this December. Sources now indicate that December 27 stands out as the most probable choice for the 17-time world champion’s farewell, shifting from previous expectations for December 13 at Saturday Night’s Main Event.
Developments in Scheduling John Cena’s Farewell Bout
John Cena, currently on his highly publicized WWE Farewell Tour with limited dates left, has generated much speculation about when and where his concluding match will occur. While earlier plans pointed to a December 13 date at Boston’s TD Garden venue, recent backstage updates have suggested that December 27 may instead become the official night for this milestone event. The reason for this shift largely involves venue availability and logistical considerations for simultaneous events.
Wrestling journalist Andrew Baydala shared detailed insights on Twitter, outlining how the scheduling discussions remain between December 13 and December 27. He noted that December 27 currently appears to be the favored option due to TD Garden’s wider open availability and fewer conflicts. Baydala reported:
“An update on John Cena’s final match. The discussion is still between the two dates, but it seems to be a one-horse race. 12/13 & 12/27. NBCU has an NFL Saturday Night Primetime game scheduled for 12/27 that is a PEACOCK exclusive, with kickoff slated for 8:20 PM ET, currently…”
—Andrew Baydala, Wrestling Journalist
Baydala explained that NBCUniversal (NBCU), the parent company managing broadcasting rights, is prepared to handle multiple live events on the same night—specifically, the NFL game on Peacock alongside WWE’s event on NBC. Despite the overlapping schedules, NBCU confirmed their infrastructure allows simultaneous coverage, although final confirmation remains pending. Additionally, talks between WWE and Boston city officials continue as both parties weigh their scheduling preferences.
Factors Influencing Date Selection at TD Garden
TD Garden’s calendar is a key factor affecting the decision. A venue contact revealed that the Boston Celtics basketball team could play a game on December 12, immediately before Saturday Night’s Main Event on December 13. While this does not completely rule out the December 13 option, it introduces uncertainties regarding hosting WWE’s SmackDown show on December 12, which would be difficult to finalize at this time.
TD Garden was reported to be available for events on December 25 through December 28, which bolsters the case for December 27 as the final WWE show date. The Celtics are involved in the NBA Cup tournament, and their progression or elimination will impact scheduling. If the Celtics exit early or do not qualify, their NBA Cup Week games might be treated as regular-season matches, allowing TD Garden more flexibility for additional bookings.
Potential Clash with Competing Wrestling Events
Should the final John Cena match fall on December 27, it will coincide with AEW’s Worlds End 2025 event, already confirmed for the same date. This overlap means fans will likely face a choice between viewing WWE’s farewell showdown and AEW’s pay-per-view, reflecting the increasingly competitive landscape in professional wrestling.
The latter part of Cena’s farewell campaign remains packed. He has a scheduled bout against Logan Paul at the Clash in Paris event on August 31. Following that, there are plans for Cena to face Brock Lesnar at another yet-to-be-announced WWE event on September 20. This September event aligns directly against AEW’s All Out show, marking another heavyweight clash in wrestling calendars.
Anticipation Builds for Cena’s Last WWE Appearance
As John Cena’s WWE Farewell Tour nears its final chapter, the specification of December 27 as the likely date draws excitement and speculation among fans and industry insiders. This timing offers a significant platform for Cena’s swan song in front of a passionate Boston crowd at TD Garden, one of WWE’s major arenas.
Given the overlapping commitments and scheduling challenges involving multiple live sports and entertainment properties, the final confirmation from WWE and their partners will be closely watched. Cena’s farewell marks the end of an era for the company, highlighting his contributions as a 17-time world champion and icon of the business.
Fans and followers of the wrestling community await official announcements, while Cena’s own views on potential opponents for his concluding match continue to add intrigue to the unfolding story. Updates will follow as more details emerge regarding the event logistics and match card.
