John Cena has been the epitome of sports entertainment for his two-decade-long tenure in WWE as the face of the company. However, the time for Cena to ride off in the sunset is approaching, as announced by the 16-time WWE Champion.
The Face That Runs The Place appeared surprised at WWE Money in the Bank 2024 and announced that 2025 will be the culmination of his storied career in the global juggernaut. This was a massive shocker for his die-hard fanbase, who are now gearing up to go on this ‘Last Time’ ride as John Cena retirement is now on the horizon.
Moreover, Cena also announced that the fans will see many lasts related to him in 2025, with WrestleMania 41 being his last appearance inside the ring at The Showcase of the Immortals. So, as Cena prepares to wind up his illustrious career, let’s take a look at three top contenders who could be the final opponents for John Cena retirement tour:
1. The most historic John Cena Rival
John Cena has a long list of historic rivals in his WWE career, but the man who sits at the top of the conversation is none other than Randy Orton. The Viper and The Cenation Leader have been considered each other’s bitter onscreen rivals while being close acquaintances behind the scenes.
Moreover, Randy Orton once also expressed his desire to face John Cena one more time before both of them fold up their illustrious careers. With John Cena retirement tour kicking off at WWE Money in the Bank 2024, WWE’s Apex Predator could be the perfect final opponent to battle him in front of a sellout audience witnessing their epic rivalry for the last time ever.
2. The Final Boss vs The Cenation Leader
The Rock has been considered an integral part of John Cena’s career. After The Great One left WWE in 2004, it was Cena who stepped up to the challenge and replaced him as the face of the company. Following years of animosity, the two iconic WWE superstars battled each other in two of the greatest WrestleMania main events in the company’s history.
Furthermore, Cena and Rock also had a brief exchange at WrestleMania 40 during the main event of the show. After John Cena retirement became known to the world at WWE Money in the Bank, The Final Boss can possibly be a top rival from his career to battle Cena in his last match in WWE.
3. The Official Change of Guard
Much like John Cena carried WWE on his back for well over a decade, The American Nightmare Cody Rhodes is carrying on that responsibility in the modern era. Rhodes has spoken highly of the 16-time WWE Champion on multiple occasions and credited him as an important influence on his wrestling career.
Moreover, John Cena played a significant part in assisting Cody Rhodes ‘Finish The Story’ at WrestleMania 40. Therefore, in a poignant passing of the torch match, Rhodes could prove to be a formidable opponent for Cena’s final match.
What are your thoughts on John Cena announcing his retirement plans at WWE Money in the Bank 2024? Do you think any of the above WWE superstars could be his final opponent? Share your thoughts in the comments!
