WWE Plans Tournament to Decide John Cena's Final Match Opponent in Washington

WWE has announced that John Cena's final match will headline Saturday Night's Main Event on December 13, 2025, at the Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C. To determine Cena's last opponent, a 16-man tournament named 'The Last Time is Now' will begin on the November 10 episode of RAW in Boston, featuring wrestlers from RAW, SmackDown, NXT, and potentially outside WWE companies. The tournament will be randomized, ensuring Cena's opponent is not hand-picked but earned through competition, generating excitement among fans and wrestlers. Notable potential contenders include Gunther, Bron Breakker, and Drew McIntyre, with speculation that the tournament's outsider participants could come from companies like TNA and AAA. This approach allows several up-and-coming superstars to showcase their talents, making Cena's final match a focal event across WWE programming. The tournament and final match are expected to create memorable moments leading up to Cena's retirement from WWE.