John Cena had his final wrestling match this past weekend at Saturday Night’s Main Event in Washington, D.C., where he was defeated by Gunther, officially ending his in-ring career. However, this doesn’t mean we won’t see him again.
Before retiring, Cena announced that he would remain involved with WWE in a non-wrestling capacity and signed a five-year deal to act as an ambassador for the company.
Following the match, WWE Champion Cody Rhodes hinted that news about Cena was imminent, which was confirmed today. Rhodes announced that John Cena will be the next guest on the “What Do You Wanna Talk About?” podcast. This episode, set to air tomorrow, will mark Cena’s first WWE-related appearance since his retirement.
Joe Cena also mentioned that he plans to wear formal attire instead of his wrestling gear in future WWE events, making it clear that his retirement is permanent. It remains to be seen how soon he will return to WWE in any role.
I’m interested to see how John Cena’s career unfolds outside the ring. He has tremendous potential to make a big impact, though exactly what that will look like remains to be seen.
What are your thoughts on John Cena’s first WWE appearance since retiring? Do you miss his in-ring presence? Share your thoughts in the comments.
Fan Take: John Cena’s transition from wrestler to ambassador is a significant moment for WWE fans, as it marks the end of an era while promising exciting new ways to engage with one of the sport’s biggest stars. His ongoing involvement could bring fresh perspectives and help elevate WWE’s global profile in unprecedented ways.
