John Cena has drawn the line himself — December 13, 2025. No more speculation, no dramatic cliffhangers. He’s made it clear: that night in Washington, D.C., will be the last time he steps into a WWE ring as a competitor.
The match, scheduled for the Capital One Arena, headlines
Saturday Night’s Main Event and will be broadcast live on Peacock in the U.S., with international viewers able to tune in via YouTube. Bell time is 7:30 p.m. Eastern. Tickets are already moving fast — understandably so.
Cena’s departure isn’t just another retirement announcement. It’s a moment. This isn’t a fade into the background or a soft exit. It’s a deliberate full stop, penned by the man himself.
For over 20 years, Cena has been more than a mainstay — he’s been a measuring stick. He’s carried eras, defined rivalries, and bridged generations of wrestling fans. While others chased moments, Cena made them. Now, with no gold to chase and nothing left to prove, he’s choosing when to walk away.
No opponent has been announced yet, but does it really matter? On that night, the spotlight won’t just fall on a match. It will fall on a career that altered the shape of WWE — and one final bow from the man who never gave less than everything.
