The Last Time is Now: John Cena’s Farewell Tour Kicks Off with a Bang
Wrestling fans, the moment we’ve all been waiting for has finally arrived. The legendary John Cena has officially embarked on his retirement tour, and it’s already shaping up to be a spectacle for the ages. The tour began with a bang during the Netflix debut of “Monday Night Raw” on January 6, and Cena has promised to wrestle 30 to 40 matches in 2025, marking his final year in the ring.
For those who have followed Cena’s career, this tour is a bittersweet moment. Since 2018, Cena has been wrestling part-time, but now he’s ready to give fans one last unforgettable year. During his appearance at the Intuit Dome, Cena teased the possibility of facing several high-profile opponents for his final match. Could it be the controversial Logan Paul? Or perhaps the enigmatic CM Punk? Maybe the dominant Roman Reigns would be a fitting final opponent?
But before Cena can choose his final adversary, there’s one thing he desperately needs: a victory. It’s been over 2,000 days since Cena last won a match, and fans are eagerly anticipating when he might break this streak. Here’s a look at some of the highlights from “The Last Time is Now John Cena Farewell Tour” so far.
Heel Turn at the Elimination Chamber — March 1
In a dramatic twist, Cena participated in his final WWE Elimination Chamber match, where he faced off against his longtime rival, CM Punk. The two were the last wrestlers standing, and in a thrilling conclusion, Cena emerged victorious, winning his record-tying fourth Chamber match. This victory secured his spot at WrestleMania 41.
THEN. NOW. FOREVER. TONIGHT. #WWEChamber pic.twitter.com/0OQGtdns37
— WWE (@WWE) March 2, 2025
CENA WINS! CENA WINS! CENA WINS! #WWEChamber pic.twitter.com/zva1l6I7eK
— WWE (@WWE) March 2, 2025
However, the night took a shocking turn when Cena, after initially shaking hands and hugging Cody Rhodes, turned heel and viciously attacked him. This unexpected betrayal has set the stage for an epic showdown, as Cena will now challenge Rhodes for the Undisputed WWE Championship at WrestleMania 41.
— WWE (@WWE) March 2, 2025
A Loss in His Final Royal Rumble — February 1
Despite his best efforts, Cena’s quest for a third Royal Rumble victory was thwarted by Jey Uso. Cena was on the brink of victory, with only Uso standing in his way. In a stunning turn of events, Uso rallied and tossed Cena out of the ring, leaving the wrestling world in shock.
JEY USO just won the 2025 Men’s #RoyalRumble Match! pic.twitter.com/xAy0S6ArHn
— WWE (@WWE) February 2, 2025
Farewell, Los Angeles. Hello, Indianapolis. — January 6
“I’m not just going to the Royal Rumble, I’m going to win the Royal Rumble!” Cena declared during Monday Night Raw’s first show of the year, which also marked his final WWE appearance in Los Angeles. After expressing his gratitude to the City of Angels and Inglewood, Cena made a bold declaration: he was aiming for his 17th world championship, a feat that would break his tie with Ric Flair for the most in WWE history.
As he considered his options for achieving this goal, Cena set his sights on the Royal Rumble, confidently stating that he would emerge victorious. The Royal Rumble took place on February 1 in Indianapolis at Lucas Oil Stadium.
Originally Written by: Brianna Williams
