Bruce Pritchard, a long-time WWE executive, is convinced that John Cena will never step back into the wrestling ring after his final match. Cena’s retirement tour is concluding with a match against Gunter at Saturday Night’s main event, and Pritchard praised Cena’s mindset for wanting a final run to say goodbye rather than needing to win. Cena, a 17-time world champion, has expressed that after his last match on December 13, he will not wrestle again, a sentiment Pritchard fully supports, emphasizing that Cena is a man who keeps his word. Due to a busy filming schedule, Cena ended up participating in fewer matches than initially planned during his farewell tour.
Pritchard also revealed that WWE has been aware of Cena’s retirement plans for two years and has been preparing for this moment. He feels it’s special that fans have had the chance to witness Cena’s final appearances live and commended Cena not only as a performer but also for his character and integrity. Cena’s career achievements, according to Pritchard, are well-deserved, and while Cena is retiring from in-ring competition, there is speculation he may make appearances at future WWE events, such as WWE Raw after WrestleMania 42.
Fan Take: This news is significant for WWE fans as it marks the end of an era with one of wrestling’s biggest icons retiring from active competition. Cena’s departure opens the door for new stars to rise while his legacy will continue to influence the sport and inspire future generations of wrestlers.
