In just 10 days, John Cena is set to have his final WWE match. Scheduled for December 13th, this event will headline Saturday Night’s Main Event in Washington, D.C., marking a significant moment in WWE history. However, Cena’s father, John Cena Sr., has expressed concerns that WWE might jeopardize this milestone by selecting an unsuitable opponent for his son.
Cena Sr., appearing on “All Axxess,” voiced his opinion that Gunther should not be Cena’s last adversary, arguing that Gunther doesn’t need the additional spotlight and that fans might not respond enthusiastically to this pairing. He stated, “Well, it definitely wouldn’t be Gunther, that’s for sure. I don’t think that’s a wise move. I don’t think the fans would be happy with that move. Gunther doesn’t need friction.” (H/T: Wrestle Purist)
To determine Cena’s final opponent, WWE held the Last Time is Now tournament. In the finals on the December 5th episode of Smackdown, Gunther faced LA Knight. Gunther earned his spot by defeating Jevon Evans, Carmelo Hayes, and Solo Cicero, while LA Knight overcame Zack Ryder, The Miz, and Jey Uso.
Cena Sr. previously suggested that WWE Intercontinental Champion Dominik Mysterio would be a fitting opponent for Cena’s final match, although that match is not expected to happen. Cena and Mysterio have faced off twice before, with their latest encounter at Survivor Series where Mysterio won the Intercontinental Title.
John Cena Sr. has been openly critical of elements of his son’s recent WWE career, particularly the heavily one-sided match at Wrestlepalooza where Brock Lesnar dominated Cena, leaving him with little offensive action. He also criticized Cena’s unsuccessful heel turn, noting that while the concept had potential, the storyline execution was weak — especially with The Rock’s confusing absence after being slated to appear at the Elimination Chamber event. Cena’s heel run ended before his match with Cody Rhodes at SummerSlam.
Fans will finally learn who Cena’s last opponent will be this Friday. Regardless of the choice, Cena Sr. is proud to witness his son step into a WWE ring one last time.
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Fan Take: This final match is a defining moment for John Cena’s legacy and WWE’s future storytelling. Choosing the right opponent can elevate the occasion and leave fans with a lasting, memorable farewell that honors Cena’s monumental impact on the sport.
