In recent months, John Cena’s retirement tour has sparked interest from top WWE stars, with Drew McIntyre expressing his wish to face Cena in one of his final matches. McIntyre specifically mentioned wanting to compete against Cena at the WWE Crown Jewel event scheduled in Perth, Australia.
Talking to Sensport, McIntyre revealed his eagerness to be part of Cena’s legendary send-off. The Perth event on October 11th is one of the key shows Cena will appear in before his retirement in December.
"John Cena, that match in Perth is going to be exciting. I want to be part of those final matches," McIntyre stated. "I’m honored to be a part of Cena’s farewell. He’s doing great work in Hollywood, and Peacemaker is fantastic. I’m happy to help send him off while acknowledging his achievements beyond wrestling."
McIntyre also poked fun at Cena’s recent shift in character. After a five-month stint as a villain, Cena returned to his classic hero role on the latest SmackDown episode. McIntyre joked, "Now he’s the super-centre again, so those last six months felt like a waste."
This would be their first one-on-one showdown at a premium live event. Although they have crossed paths in multi-man matches before, Cena and McIntyre have yet to have a headline singles match, making this a highly anticipated matchup for WWE fans.
Fan Take: This potential match is significant because it highlights the passing of the torch from one WWE generation to the next, showcasing respect between two top stars. For fans, it promises a thrilling showdown that could be a memorable chapter in WWE history and set the stage for future main-event rivalries.
