The clock is ticking on one of WWE’s greatest careers. John Cena, the face of professional wrestling for nearly two decades, has confirmed he has just ten matches left before officially hanging up his boots. The 48-year-old Superstar will have his final match on December 13, 2025, concluding a farewell tour that has been nothing short of historic.
A Final Lap of Glory
Since announcing at Money In The Bank 2024 that this would be his last year, Cena has gone all-in, giving fans a mix of nostalgia, shocking twists, and emotional moments. He came agonisingly close to a fairytale Royal Rumble win in January and clinched a victory in his Elimination Chamber swansong in March, marking one of his final big-match triumphs.
What caught the WWE Universe off guard was Cena’s unexpected heel turn the first in over 20 years – when he aligned with The Rock to betray Cody Rhodes. Though the storyline wasn’t fully pursued, the moment went viral and will be remembered as one of the biggest shocks of his career.
WrestleMania Highs and Championship Glory
Cena’s heel phase led to a stunning WrestleMania main event victory over Rhodes, earning him a record-breaking 17th World Championship – a feat previously thought impossible. Title defences against old foes Randy Orton and CM Punk followed, as well as a surprising tag-team alliance with Logan Paul, showcasing Cena’s versatility even in his final chapter.
However, WWE ended his heel run before SummerSlam, restoring Cena to his beloved babyface persona for a rematch against Rhodes. Although he came up short, the match set the stage for another blockbuster – a showdown with Brock Lesnar, who returned after a two-year hiatus.
Paris Showdown & The Emotions of Goodbye
Before clashing with Lesnar, Cena is set to face Logan Paul at Clash in Paris on August 31. At SmackDown in Dublin, Cena appeared emotional during his entrance, soaking in the thunderous ovation from fans. On the mic, he cut a fiery promo, calling Paul “a parasite” who uses WWE to fuel his personal brand – before dramatically knocking over Paul’s Prime Hydration Station.
Yet, beneath the bravado, Cena admitted his biggest regret not being able to share the ring with five dream opponents before retiring: Dominik Mysterio, AJ Styles, Seth Rollins, The Usos, and Jacob Fatu.
The End of an Era
As December approaches, the wrestling world prepares to say goodbye to a man who defined an era. John Cena’s farewell tour isn’t just about one last run; it’s a celebration of a career that transcended wrestling and inspired millions.
