John Cena is set to make only five more appearances in WWE before retiring, marking the end of an era for one of wrestling’s most iconic figures. As the focus intensifies on selecting opponents for John Cena’s final WWE matches, The Miz has openly demanded a chance to share the ring with Cena during this highly anticipated farewell tour.
The Miz expressed his deep disappointment in a recent interview on Unlikely with Adrian Hernandez, where he revealed strong emotions about not being chosen as one of Cena’s last opponents, especially as AJ Styles was announced for the Crown Jewel event in Perth on October 11. The ongoing farewell tour, dubbed “The Last Time Is Now,” celebrates Cena’s legendary career, but some wrestlers feel overlooked in the process of final match selections.
The Miz Highlights His History and Unfulfilled Desire for a Final Match with Cena
The Miz pointed out his significant past with John Cena, including his victory over Cena at WrestleMania, arguing this legacy should earn him a spot among Cena’s final opponents. He voiced his feelings clearly:
“I was happy for AJ Styles but very angry that it’s AJ Styles vs. John Cena, and not John Cena vs. The Miz, and the fans aren’t going like, ‘We want Miz vs. John Cena. He beat the guy in the main event of WrestleMania for the WWE Championship,”
The Miz said.
He further explained the dynamic behind the match selections, where fan demand on social media appears to heavily influence decisions.
“One of the only people to ever do something like that, and I can’t get a match with John Cena? He has five dates left. It’s not AJ Styles or CM Punk, it’s the WWE universe asking for what they want, and they’re giving it to them. They put it on Twitter. ‘I want AJ Styles.’ AJ replies, Triple H goes, ‘You guys want it?’ It got enough steam. ‘Let’s go. The audience wants it. It’s happening,’”
The Miz added.
Fan Influence and The Miz’s Call to the WWE Universe
According to The Miz, the choice of opponents for John Cena’s final run is heavily swayed by fan clamor voiced on social platforms, which shaped the AJ Styles match announcement. The Miz appealed directly to the fans, suggesting they could push to see him face Cena before retirement.
“You know what the audience could do? The audience could say, ‘We want The Miz vs. John Cena’ and I would love to have one more match. I’ve been talking about this since the retirement tour started. I was the first person to go, ‘Sign me up.’ I put my name in the hat. When is my name going to get called?”
he questioned rhetorically.
He portrayed a mix of frustration and heartbreak about missing this opportunity, emphasizing his long-standing connection with Cena.
“Maybe not ever because there are only five left. Five more dates. Every time I see John Cena backstage, ‘Five more. Four more. Three more.’ That’s all we got. I have the rich history with John Cena. I do. I’ve been there from the beginning, and I don’t get a match? Yeah, I’m pretty upset. That’s my heart talking. My brain and my wisdom,”
The Miz said.
The Emotional Weight of John Cena’s Farewell on The Miz and WWE Youth
Beyond his personal desire, The Miz also reflected on the impact Cena’s retirement will have on younger wrestlers and fans who will no longer experience a match against the WWE icon firsthand.
“You know what else is upsetting? The youth will not get to experience a John Cena match and won’t get to be in the ring with him. That’s the gut-wrenching part for me. Selfishly, I want the match. Five dates left. I don’t know who is getting the match,”
he concluded.
The current farewell tour reminds WWE audiences globally about Cena’s stature as a 17-time world champion and one of the greatest wrestlers of his generation. The selections for these final few matches are seen as major moments in WWE programming as the company and fans bid farewell to a defining figure.
What Lies Ahead in John Cena’s Retirement Tour
As John Cena’s WWE farewell continues, each of his remaining appearances will be highly anticipated and subject to close scrutiny by wrestling fans and insiders. The Miz’s passionate call for inclusion adds a layer of intensity to the ongoing speculation about Cena’s final opponents, showcasing the personal stakes involved.
With only a handful of dates left, WWE’s decisions on opponents will likely remain heavily influenced by fan engagement and backstage dynamics. The outcome will significantly shape Cena’s closing chapter in WWE history, while impacting the careers of those vying for a spot in these landmark matches.
