John Cena’s final WWE tenure as a wrestler, guided by Triple H’s creative leadership, is scheduled to conclude in December 2025. Ahead of this farewell chapter, Triple H released an official statement paying tribute to Cena’s extensive impact on WWE and hinting at a memorable send-off event.
Throughout this concluding period, Cena experienced significant shifts in his character, including a return to his original persona after a heel turn and a brief reign as the Undisputed WWE Champion. His last scheduled match will take place against AJ Styles in Perth, marking the closing act of an illustrious in-ring career.
WWE’s official channels have confirmed that Cena’s ultimate wrestling appearance will be held in Washington, DC, during Saturday Night’s Main Event in December. In anticipation, Triple H expressed strong admiration for Cena’s legacy and commitment to honoring his contributions to the sport.
Triple H Reflects on John Cena’s WWE Legacy and Upcoming Farewell
Triple H emphasized Cena’s invaluable role within WWE, recognizing his contributions as extraordinary and difficult to fully capture in words. Working alongside partners at Events DC and the Capital One Arena, WWE plans to create a tribute event that celebrates Cena’s career while engaging the WWE Universe with an unforgettable experience.
“John’s contributions to WWE are immeasurable. There are no words that can truly relay how much he means to this business… Together with our partners at Events DC and Capital One Arena, we look forward to honoring his legacy and delivering an unforgettable send-off for both John and the WWE Universe,” Triple H said. [H/T – WWE.com]
Potential Opponents for John Cena’s Final WWE Match
Over more than ten years, John Cena and Triple H built a long-standing rivalry across both WWE brands, highlighted by notable clashes during Vince McMahon’s tenure. Their last one-on-one meeting took place in 2018 in Saudi Arabia, which was considered their final bout as active wrestlers within WWE.
Despite this history, Triple H’s creative team is exploring various options for Cena’s closing opponent. Rumors suggest that Gunther and Dominik Mysterio could be candidates for this role. While Gunther is regarded as a possible final adversary, he is currently on a break from WWE, leaving questions about his availability.
Dominik Mysterio, holding the Intercontinental Championship, stands as another candidate. Notably, Cena has never competed for this title, adding a potential storyline element to their match. Fans eagerly await confirmation of who will face Cena in his last official WWE appearance.
Significance of Cena’s Retirement and Its Impact on WWE
John Cena’s retirement marks the end of an era for WWE, closing the chapter on one of the company’s most influential and durable superstars. His departure will shift WWE’s landscape, prompting creativity in crafting new rivalries and events to fill the void left by his absence.
The farewell show planned at Saturday Night’s Main Event aims not only to honor Cena’s outstanding career but also to serve as a milestone celebrating WWE’s history as a whole. This event is expected to attract significant attention from the WWE Universe and media alike.
Moving forward, WWE will have to navigate the evolving roles of emerging talents, like Gunther and Dominik Mysterio, while maintaining the legacy and fan engagement that Cena helped build over two decades. The company’s approach to this transition will be closely watched by fans and critics in the wrestling world.
The last time really is now. @JohnCena’s final match is set for #SNME in Washington, D.C. on December 13. Get your tickets on Oct. 17 because after this…you can’t see him. pic.twitter.com/ZKHNrpDZh6
— Triple H (@TripleH) September 30, 2025
