The highly anticipated rematch between John Cena and AJ Styles is now confirmed for WWE Crown Jewel, scheduled to take place on October 11 in Perth, Australia. WWE Chief Content Officer Paul Levesque, better known as Triple H, announced the news on social media, setting the stage for a final encounter between these two future Hall of Famers.
Fan-Driven Campaign Sparks Official Announcement
This announcement follows significant fan excitement, fueled by a campaign led by Cena himself on social media. Cena sparked conversation by posting #CenavsStyles Thoughts? #WWERaw and later stating,
“I do not choose my opponents, but I (even through tough times) ALWAYS listen to the fans. @AJStylesOrg are you listening? Better yet @TripleH….. are YOU listening???”
AJ Styles responded promptly with, “It would be my honor.” This exchange revitalized the passion of the WWE fanbase, eager for another chapter in one of the sport’s most celebrated rivalries.
Background of an Iconic Rivalry
The rivalry between Cena and Styles dates back to 2016 and 2017, highlighted by their Royal Rumble 2017 match where Cena captured his 16th world championship, tying Ric Flair’s record. Those bouts are regarded as some of the finest moments in recent WWE history, contributing to the significance of this upcoming match.
Cena’s Retirement Tour and WWE Crown Jewel’s Growing Prestige
This match marks part of Cena’s ongoing retirement tour, which has featured bouts against notable opponents like Brock Lesnar. Crown Jewel in Perth is expected to be one of WWE’s biggest international events of the year, adding to the excitement with this marquee matchup. With only a few appearances remaining in Cena’s farewell run—including Survivor Series on November 29 and the final event at Saturday Night’s Main Event on December 13—this encounter offers fans meaningful closure to the Cena–Styles saga.
Star Power Elevates WWE Crown Jewel
Triple H expressed the anticipation around the match on X, stating,
“.@JohnCena vs. @AJStylesOrg is a match we all want to see. And at #WWECrownJewel…we will.”
This event will be broadcast on ESPN and Netflix, promising a wide international audience for what could be a defining moment in both wrestlers’ careers. The showdown underscores WWE Crown Jewel’s status as a premier global wrestling showcase, with the clash between Cena and Styles adding significant star appeal.
.@JohnCena vs. @AJStylesOrg is a match we all want to see. And at #WWECrownJewel…we will.
Saturday, October 11 on @espn & @netflix. https://t.co/PhF5NM6AoC pic.twitter.com/Z7nsRuXwTb
— Triple H (@TripleH) September 23, 2025
