John Cena Approaches WWE Retirement With Final Matches, Tributes, Mentorship

John Cena is nearing the conclusion of his legendary 26-year WWE career, with his final match scheduled for December 13 on WWE Saturday Night’s Main Event in Washington, D.C. Throughout his retirement tour, Cena has paid tribute to many of his iconic opponents, though WWE Hall of Famer John "Bradshaw" Layfield expressed a wish to see Cena honor him with his signature "Clothesline From Hell." Drew McIntyre has also voiced interest in facing Cena before his retirement, praising his mic skills while expressing a desire to challenge him fiercely. Reports suggest Cena might have a brief run with the WWE Intercontinental Championship, setting up a potential retirement match against the longest-reigning Intercontinental Champion, Gunther. Beyond the ring, Cena has been actively engaging with and sharing wisdom with trainees at the WWE Performance Center, emphasizing the importance of being coachable and open-minded, which has been highly appreciated by emerging WWE talent. These final months highlight Cena’s lasting impact both as a performer and mentor within the wrestling community.