WWE is reportedly considering a match between John Cena and Dominik Mysterio as part of Cena’s final four appearances following the Crown Jewel event, sources revealed through WrestlePurists. While not yet confirmed, discussions among WWE officials suggest this potential showdown could add intensity to Cena’s retirement tour. This speculation follows the official announcement of Cena versus AJ Styles at Crown Jewel: Perth, confirmed by WWE Chief Content Officer Triple H.
Dominik Mysterio currently holds two significant championships: the WWE Intercontinental Championship and the AAA Mega Championship, the latter from Lucha Libre AAA Worldwide. At 28, Dominik recently captured the AAA Mega title by defeating El Hijo del Vikingo during the AAA x WWE Worlds Collide event, demonstrating his dual commitments to both WWE and AAA promotions.
Following Crown Jewel, Cena will compete in four more matches before concluding his wrestling career on December 13 with a bout in Washington, D.C., set to air on Peacock during Saturday Night’s Main Event.
The History Between John Cena and Dominik Mysterio in the Ring
John Cena and Dominik Mysterio first shared the ring as tag team partners during a dark match on the July 23, 2021, episode of WWE SmackDown. Alongside Rey Mysterio, they defeated Jey Uso, Jimmy Uso, and Roman Reigns. Throughout that year, Cena frequently teamed with the Mysterios during WWE Supershows and additional SmackDown events.
Their first direct conflict occurred after Dominik turned heel and joined the Judgment Day faction. This clash happened on September 29, 2023, again in a dark match where Cena emerged victorious over Dominik. Their most recent encounter was on April 8, 2024, during an episode of RAW. Here, Cena, R-Truth, and The Miz prevailed over Dominik, Finn Balor, and JD McDonagh from Judgment Day.
In 2025, both competed in the men’s Royal Rumble match but did not face each other directly. Prior to John Cena’s Wrestlepalooza match against Brock Lesnar, he faced Logan Paul at Clash in Paris, an event where fans expressed a strong desire to see Dominik as Cena’s opponent. While Dominik did not participate in either Wrestlepalooza or Clash in Paris, his focus has largely been on his AAA obligations, where his career is progressing well. A potential Cena vs. Dominik matchup might even involve the AAA Mega Championship, adding further stakes to their encounter.
The Significance and Potential Impact of a Cena-Mysterio Match
A match between John Cena and Dominik Mysterio would be noteworthy, blending legacy and rising talent within WWE. Cena’s farewell tour would gain an additional layer of narrative through confronting a younger star who balances dual championship responsibilities in WWE and AAA. Such a match could please fans who have long anticipated this rivalry, especially given the history shared between the two wrestlers in tag teams and rivalries.
If finalized, this bout may become one of the most memorable moments in Cena’s closing chapter in professional wrestling, illustrating the bridging of generations and the intense competition within WWE’s evolving landscape. WWE’s ongoing discussions will reveal if this highly anticipated match becomes reality in the coming weeks.
Sources indicate that a John Cena vs. Dominik Mysterio match has been discussed for one of Cena’s final four appearances after Crown Jewel.
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— WrestlePurists (@WrestlePurists) September 23, 2025
