John Cena’s final WWE matches are rapidly approaching as he prepares for a retirement bout this December. Following his recent clash with Brock Lesnar at Wrestlepalooza, Cena is set to take the stage at Crown Jewel in Perth, Australia, where decisive moments are expected to shape the climax of his illustrious career.
Recap of Cena’s Intense Bout with Brock Lesnar
At Wrestlepalooza, John Cena began strongly against Brock Lesnar, landing several powerful Attitude Adjustments early in the match. However, Lesnar’s resilience soon turned the tide, as he dominated with five F5 moves. The relentless assault rendered Cena unconscious, allowing Lesnar to secure a swift victory in less than ten minutes against one of WWE’s most iconic figures.
Upcoming Dates Mark the Closing Chapter for Cena
With the chapter against Lesnar concluded, Cena’s focus shifts to his upcoming appearances, including Crown Jewel on October 11 in Perth. He has only five matches left before his scheduled retirement in December, creating a sense of urgency to make impactful moves. Notably, Dominik Mysterio, the current RAW Intercontinental Champion, holds the only major WWE singles title Cena has never captured, adding a critical storyline opportunity.
“John Cena’s remaining six dates:– Sept 20 – Wrestlepalooza (vs. Brock Lesnar)– Oct 11 – Crown Jewel Perth – Nov 11 – RAW– Nov 17 – RAW– Nov 29 – Survivor Series WarGames– Dec (TBD) – SNMEIt’s almost over. pic.twitter.com/XdosgbDkjG” — Wrestle Features
Building a High-Stakes Rivalry at Crown Jewel
In the absence of weekly shows between now and Perth, WWE is poised to use Crown Jewel as the platform to heighten drama. Dominik Mysterio, champion of both the Intercontinental and AAA Mega titles, can come across as a confident young star eager to cement his status as the best in WWE. His brash attitude could lead to provocations targeting legendary figures, setting the stage for a dramatic interruption when Cena’s theme music hits.
The tension may escalate if Dominik disrespects Rey Mysterio, mirroring incidents from Worlds Collide, fueling a personal vendetta. This provocation would pull Cena into the fray, defending Rey and transforming the conflict into a family affair rooted in pride and legacy. An impromptu match for the Intercontinental Championship between Cena and Dominik could follow, providing Cena the chance to claim his final missing title.
Completing Cena’s Grand Slam and Setting Up a Final Rivalry
Winning the Intercontinental title would finalize John Cena’s Grand Slam achievement, as he would have held every significant singles championship in WWE. This milestone would serve as a respectful acknowledgment of his remarkable career. However, the storyline is expected to extend beyond this achievement. AJ Styles, Cena’s longtime adversary, could emerge with a final challenge, igniting a rivalry that has delivered some of WWE’s most memorable matches.
Although Styles has failed to capture Dominik’s title, Cena’s reign would provide him a new avenue for contention. A championship match between Styles and Cena in December could offer fans a thrilling farewell, with Cena passing the torch in his last heroic battle before retiring.
This sequence promises to cement Cena’s legacy as a complete Grand Slam Champion, while affording AJ Styles a significant title run. Collectively, these events have the potential to produce two unforgettable matches during the final stages of Cena’s journey, making his exit from the ring truly historic.
John Cena's remaining six dates:
– Sept 20 – Wrestlepalooza (vs. Brock Lesnar)
– Oct 11 – Crown Jewel Perth
– Nov 11 – RAW
– Nov 17 – RAW
– Nov 29 – Survivor Series WarGames
– Dec (TBD) – SNMEIt's almost over. pic.twitter.com/XdosgbDkjG
— Wrestle Features (@WrestleFeatures) September 16, 2025
REY MYSTERIO STRAPS THE AAA MEGA CHAMPIONSHIP AROUND DOMINIK'S WAIST.
REY LOOKS SO UPSET 😭#WorldsCollide
— EliteRockerz 𝕏 (@EliteClubS0B) September 13, 2025
