WWE legend John Cena is preparing for his final match, marking the end of a two-decade career that transformed sports entertainment. The farewell bout will take place at Saturday Night’s Main Event on December 13, 2025, at Capital One Arena.
WWE confirmed that Austrian powerhouse Gunther will face John Cena in this historic retirement match. Gunther earned the opportunity by winning The Last Time is Now Tournament, a 16-man cross-brand competition featuring Raw, SmackDown, and NXT superstars.
Gunther defeated LA Knight in the tournament final to secure the match, ensuring Cena’s final opponent “earned” the spotlight through skill and performance rather than reputation. This adds extra significance to the farewell bout.
Gunther’s path to facing John Cena was challenging. The tournament featured returns from past Cena rivals like Zack Ryder and Dolph Ziggler. The Miz also made a late comeback after Sheamus’ injury, keeping the competition unpredictable. Gunther overcame top talents such as Carmelo Hayes, Solo Sikoa, and LA Knight to earn his spot, highlighting his dominant in-ring style and long reign as Intercontinental Champion.
Fans can watch Cena’s farewell on Saturday Night’s Main Event starting at 8 p.m. ET on December 13, which is 6:30 a.m. IST on December 14 for Indian viewers. Cena is scheduled to wrestle first, providing a proper send-off before the show spotlights WWE’s next-generation talent.
The match will air on Sony Sports Network in English, Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu. It will also be streamed live on Sony LIV, ensuring fans worldwide can witness Cena’s final in-ring performance.
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This final bout caps a farewell tour that included Royal Rumble, Elimination Chamber, and WrestleMania appearances throughout 2025. Fans have celebrated John Cena’s 17 world championships and his iconic status in WWE history. The showdown promises an emotional tribute while giving Gunther a global platform to showcase his dominance.
