John Cena is set to retire from professional wrestling in just two weeks, with his final match scheduled for December 13th on Saturday Night Main Event. Though his future in wrestling remains unclear, it has been announced that Cena, a 17-time world champion, will make a WWE appearance post-retirement.
This appearance is slated for the April 21 episode of WWE Raw, taking place after WrestleMania 42 at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. Cena will be featured alongside big names like Gunther, Rhea Ripley, and Liv Morgan. While this hint might suggest a possible induction into the WWE Hall of Fame, there is no confirmed news, leaving the idea speculative at this point. Cena has also stated he will not appear on WWE TV after December 13th wearing his famous colorful shirt and jorts.
Beyond the possibility of Hall of Fame induction, many fans hope Cena remains involved in storylines or segments that help elevate younger talent. Cena himself has expressed that any involvement would be focused solely on supporting new talent or in a promotional role.
Cena’s final match opponent will be decided this Friday on WWE SmackDown, when Gunther and LA Knight face off in the finals of the “Last Time Is Now Tournament.” Recently, Gunther advanced after beating Solo Cicore through underhanded tactics, while Knight secured his spot by defeating The Miz on SmackDown.
Fan Take: This news marks the end of an era, as John Cena bid farewell to in-ring competition, a moment that will undoubtedly affect WWE’s future landscape. Cena’s potential Hall of Fame induction and role in promoting new talent could help bridge WWE’s past with its future, ensuring his legacy continues to inspire the next generation.
