John Cena Announces Retirement from WWE in 2025
End of an Era
John Cena, a 16-time WWE World Champion and Hollywood star, announced his retirement from WWE and professional wrestling in 2025 during the Money in the Bank event held in Toronto, Canada.
Storied Career
Cena made his debut in 2002 and has been a central figure in WWE ever since. Throughout his career, he faced legends like Kurt Angle and The Undertaker, solidifying his place as one of the greatest in WWE history.
Reasons for Retirement
Questions arose about why Cena chose to retire now, especially when WWE is at the peak of its popularity. In the post-event press conference, Cena addressed these concerns, revealing that while he is stepping away from in-ring competition, he is not leaving WWE entirely.
Future Plans
Cena plans to compete in major events like the Royal Rumble, Elimination Chamber, and WrestleMania 41 in Las Vegas for his final matches. He will then transition to a role as a talent advisor and full-time WWE ambassador.
Cena explained, "My relationship with WWE will not end in 2025. We have discussed and they have accepted my offer to stay with the company in any capacity, be it behind the scenes, as a producer, or as an ambassador."
Timing of Retirement
Cena justified the timing of his retirement by stating that he felt it was the perfect moment given WWE's rising popularity and upcoming milestones, such as the move of the flagship show Monday Night Raw to Netflix, which will be broadcast in over 180 countries.
Final Opponent Speculation
The big question remains: who will be Cena's final opponent? His illustrious career could see a significant opponent for his last match. The potential list includes young talents or historic rivals like CM Punk or Randy Orton. CM Punk has even pitched himself as Cena's final opponent. Cena responded, "I am not in a position to choose my opponent and I think that is also exciting, not knowing who will come as my challenger."
Reflections on Career
Reflecting on his career, Cena acknowledged that many of his rivals, like The Undertaker and Batista, have retired, and others like Randy Orton and Rey Mysterio are soon to follow.
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