As John Cena approaches the final months of his wrestling career, a well-known WWE veteran has suggested a memorable way for him to end his journey. Bully Ray, a WWE Hall of Famer, proposes that Cena’s last match should see him defeat Seth Rollins to claim the World Heavyweight Championship, adding significance to Cena’s ultimate farewell. This idea has gained attention as Cena’s final WWE match nears, with eager fans anticipating how the legend will close out his in-ring career.
Recent WWE Events Set the Stage for a Potential Championship Face-Off
The context for this proposed final match was shaped at SummerSlam 2025, when Seth Rollins successfully cashed in his Money In The Bank contract on CM Punk and instantly became the new World Heavyweight Champion. On the same night, John Cena lost the Undisputed WWE Title to Cody Rhodes, creating a dynamic environment for possible storylines heading into Cena’s farewell run. These developments have fueled speculation about the ideal opponent to face Cena in his conclusion.
Bully Ray Endorses Cena’s Victory Over Rollins in Closing Match
On the Busted Open podcast, Bully Ray shared his thoughts on how Cena’s final match should unfold. He believes that Cena winning the World Heavyweight Title from Rollins would serve as a fitting celebration of his legendary career.
“[If] John beats Seth [Rollins] for the championship on his last night, that’s a celebration,” Bully said. —Bully Ray, WWE Hall of Famer
Cena Focused on Enjoying His Farewell Tour Without Looking Back
John Cena has spoken candidly about his approach during the final phase of his career. Recently appearing on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, Cena revealed he intends to stay present and appreciate every moment of his farewell run rather than dwell on the past. He shared:
“So very rarely do we have time to look in the rear view mirror. And now that I’m in the farewell tour, the last thing I want to do is start dwelling on moments that might’ve been in January. I’m going to look at the rear view and reflect on all this, but I want to have my feet on the ground and enjoy all the moments that the audience gives me for these last 11 (matches).” —John Cena
Anticipation Builds Around Cena’s Final WWE Opponent
With just months remaining before Cena retires, fan speculation about his last opponent continues to grow. Many supporters hope he will face and ultimately elevate a younger star by delivering a strong finish in his final WWE match. The suggestion from Bully Ray to have Cena defeat Rollins for the World Heavyweight Title fits the desire for a meaningful conclusion that honors Cena’s impact on the sport and creates a memorable moment for the WWE audience.
