John Cena Confirms December 2025 as Final WWE In-Ring Performance

One big thing: John Cena’s WWE retirement is set in stone

John Cena has reaffirmed his commitment to retiring from in-ring competition in December 2025, emphasizing the finality of his decision during recent media appearances for his upcoming film “Jackpot!”

Key details:

• Cena is adamant about his retirement, stating no amount of money could change his mind.
• He plans to remain a WWE ambassador after hanging up his boots.
• The 16-time world champion wants to build trust with fans by sticking to his word.

What Cena said:

“There isn’t a check writer with enough money to change my mind when I hang it up in December,” Cena told ComicBook. “I don’t want to continue for ego or financial gain.”

Why it matters:

Cena’s retirement marks the end of an era for WWE. His commitment to a clear end date:

• Allows fans to prepare for his final matches
• Gives WWE time to plan a proper sendoff
• Sets him apart from wrestlers who frequently un-retire

The bigger picture:

Cena’s farewell tour, set to begin in January 2025 with RAW’s move to Netflix, will likely boost WWE viewership and ticket sales throughout the year.

What’s next:

• Cena will continue his Hollywood career, with “Jackpot!” releasing on Amazon Prime Video.
• WWE will need to plan for life after Cena, potentially elevating new stars to fill the void.

As we approach John Cena’s final year in WWE, what matches or moments do you hope to see during his farewell tour? Share your thoughts in the comments below!