John Cena Announces Final Opponent for Saturday Night’s Main Event
WWE has revealed that John Cena’s final match will headline Saturday Night’s Main Event on December 13, 2025. This highly anticipated event will take place at the Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C.
John Cena Announces His Final Opponent
During Saturday Night’s Main Event on November 1, 2025, a significant video package featured Cena. In this special segment, he disclosed that a 16-man tournament will determine his last opponent. The tournament will kick off during the November 10 edition of RAW in Boston, Massachusetts.
Tournament Details
Cena emphasized that participants in the tournament will come from various sources:
- WWE’s RAW brand
- WWE’s SmackDown brand
- NXT competitors
- Potential outsiders not currently contracted with WWE
Cena stated, “From the moment I announced my farewell tour over a year ago, the one question I’ve been asked more than any other is, ‘Who do you want to face in your last match?’” He added that his answer remains the same: he wants to face anyone ready to seize the opportunity he was given when he started in WWE.
Competitive Spirit
The tournament structure will be randomized, allowing for a diverse field of competitors. Cena mentioned, “By the time we get to December 13th… my final opponent isn’t going to be hand-picked; it’s going to be hard-earned.”
The announcement has generated excitement among fans and competitors alike, with many eager to see who will step up to challenge Cena for his last match.
As the tournament unfolds, it promises to create memorable moments on WWE programming leading up to the final showdown.
