John Cena is nearing the conclusion of his WWE career with only five scheduled matches remaining before his retirement. Following a tough defeat to Brock Lesnar at the inaugural Wrestlepalooza Premium Live Event, Cena is preparing for a series of high-profile bouts, including a key match against AJ Styles. The ongoing farewell tour is set to span multiple major venues, with his final appearances drawing significant attention among fans and insiders.
Confirmed Final Matches and Venues for Cena’s Send-Off
Big Match John recently expressed gratitude on social media to Triple H, WWE’s Chief Content Officer, who arranged Cena’s climactic singles match against AJ Styles at Crown Jewel VII. This event takes place on Saturday, October 11 at RAC Arena in Perth, Western Australia. Cena’s farewell celebrations will also include a Madison Square Garden event in New York City during RAW on November 10, followed by a hometown farewell at Boston’s TD Garden on November 17. Additionally, rumors suggest Cena’s participation in his first-ever WarGames match at Survivor Series XXXIX on November 19 in San Diego’s Petco Park. His career is expected to conclude at Saturday Night’s Main Event XLII on December 13 at Washington, D.C.’s Capital One Arena.
Potential Surprise Opponents for Cena’s Final Appearances
While the matchup with AJ Styles at Crown Jewel VII is confirmed, the final opponents Cena will face at the Madison Square Garden and Boston RAW shows, and at Saturday Night’s Main Event, remain unannounced. Wrestling insiders indicate there will be three different challengers across these final shows to close out his career.
One name gaining traction as a possible opponent is Dominik Mysterio, current WWE Intercontinental and AAA Mega Champion. According to the wrestling news outlet Bodyslam, the significant rise of Mysterio in the WWE landscape makes him a credible contender to face Cena. This would also offer Mysterio a substantial opportunity to solidify his position as Cena’s outgoing career adds prestige to their match.
WWE has previously hinted at a Cena vs. Dominik matchup, highlighting the potential narrative power of the bout. Notably, John Cena has never held the WWE Intercontinental Championship, meaning one final title run ending his career could be a memorable milestone, should the matchup proceed.
Background on Cena’s History with Dominik Mysterio
John Cena and Dominik Mysterio share a longstanding history, having teamed early in Mysterio’s career for numerous victories over The Bloodline during untelevised live events. Their only singles encounter to date occurred in a brief seven-minute dark match on September 29, 2023, where Cena secured the win. Alongside multi-man matches featuring Cena’s teams prevailing, these past encounters set the stage for what could be their first televised singles match, which is currently under consideration.
Event Details: WWE Crown Jewel VII in Perth
The upcoming Crown Jewel VII marks both a special occasion and an important milestone as the event is relocated from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, to Perth, Australia, for the first time. Scheduled for October 11 at Perth’s RAC Arena, this will be Cena’s second and final Premium Live Event held in Australia since teaming with Bobby Lashley to defeat Elias and Kevin Owens at 2018’s Super ShowDown.
John Cena’s confirmed opponent at Crown Jewel is AJ Styles, known as The Never Seen Seventeen, who will face Cena in one of his last matches. The event card features several high-stake contests, setting the tone for the winter wrestling season.
“The road to #WWECrownJewel begins tonight…Just under 3 weeks until @WWE takes over Perth. Are you ready?” — Triple H, Chief Content Officer
Women’s Championship and SmackDown Storylines Leading Into Crown Jewel
The build-up to Crown Jewel also involves ongoing Women’s Championship storylines. The current champion Stratton must defend her title to secure the chance to compete at the event. In the latest SmackDown episode, Stratton faced tough challengers Jade Cargill and Nia Jax, with her championship on the line.
What to Expect Next in John Cena’s Farewell Tour
John Cena’s final WWE matches hold great significance as they conclude an impressive 25-year tenure in professional wrestling. Each opponent and match carries the potential to leave a lasting legacy, not only for Cena but for the wrestlers sharing the ring with him. The rumored involvement of rising talent like Dominik Mysterio underscores the blend of honoring past achievements while spotlighting future stars.
As the dates at Madison Square Garden, TD Garden, Survivor Series, and Saturday Night’s Main Event approach, fans eagerly await announcements regarding Cena’s complete match card. His farewell tour reflects both deep respect for his career and a celebration of WWE’s evolving landscape, making these final appearances essential chapters in the company’s history.
The road to #WWECrownJewel begins tonight…Just under 3 weeks until @WWE takes over Perth.
Are you ready? pic.twitter.com/g2Htu1zSd0
— Triple H (@TripleH) September 22, 2025
