John Cena, the WWE icon and 17-time World Champion, will end his in-ring career on December 13th at Saturday Night’s Main Event in Washington, D.C. The event is expected to feature his retirement match against GUNTHER, dubbed “The Ring General,” following a tournament announced by WWE Chief Content Officer Paul “Triple H” Levesque, with GUNTHER likely emerging as the finalist opponent.
Details on Cena’s Remaining Matches and Opponents
According to wrestling journalist Dave Meltzer on Wrestling Observer Radio, Cena has one more match scheduled before his retirement bout, possibly at next month’s Saturday Night’s Main Event or the Survivor Series event. While Cena’s second-to-last opponent has not been confirmed, Dominik Mysterio is a rumored candidate.
Prior to these concluding matches, Cena will face AJ Styles at WWE Crown Jewel this Saturday in Perth, Australia. After that, four appearances remain on his schedule.
Schedule of John Cena’s Final Appearances
Confirmed dates for Cena’s last matches and appearances include:
1. October 11: WWE Crown Jewel in Perth, Australia
2. November 10: WWE RAW in Boston, Massachusetts
3. November 17: WWE RAW in New York, New York
4. November 29: WWE Survivor Series in San Diego, California
5. December 13: Retirement Match at Saturday Night’s Main Event in Washington, D.C.
What to Expect as Cena’s Career Draws to a Close
John Cena’s retirement matches mark the end of an era for WWE, closing a distinguished chapter in wrestling history. The lead-up tournament and the selection of GUNTHER as the final opponent are set to generate considerable interest among fans. Cena’s farewell will also highlight his role in shaping WWE over two decades, and his final appearances are expected to draw significant attention across all venues.
