WWE icon and 17-time World Champion John Cena has officially bid farewell to the wrestling ring after a dramatic loss to Gunther in his final match at Saturday Night’s Main Event, held at the Capital One Arena.
John Cena, one of the most celebrated and enduring figures in wrestling history, delivered a memorable performance in his swan song match.
The showdown was a fierce back-and-forth, with Cena executing three Attitude Adjustments, including a jaw-dropping top-rope variation, and even sending Gunther crashing through the announce table. Despite his relentless onslaught, John Cena was unable to secure a pinfall victory.
It’s over.
Gunther taps out John Cena. pic.twitter.com/0O2lTpl3p1
— WWE (@WWE) December 14, 2025
Ultimately, Gunther, determined to close the chapter on Cena’s illustrious career, forced the wrestling legend to tap out to a sleeper hold after several failed attempts to escape.
The emotional intensity of the match was heightened by WWE’s star-studded presentation, with legendary wrestlers such as Kurt Angle, Rob Van Dam, Trish Stratus, and Eve Torres seated ringside, and video tributes featuring icons like The Undertaker, The Rock, and sports figures like Tom Brady and Jalen Brunson.
The atmosphere was electric as Gunther made his entrance first, but it was John Cena’s arrival that truly electrified the arena.
The usual “Cena sucks” chants were replaced by heartfelt cheers and standing ovations. John Cena even picked up a camera to capture the moment before sprinting to the ring and greeting legends at ringside.
After the match, an emotional John Cena addressed the crowd with a simple yet powerful statement: “That’s all I’ve got.” The locker room poured into the ring, with fellow wrestlers CM Punk and Cody Rhodes placing their championship belts on Cena’s shoulders in a moving tribute.
As the crowd chanted “Thank you, Cena,” Cena shared a final embrace with Triple H before a tribute video highlighted his monumental legacy. Cena walked up the ramp for the last time, saluted the fans, and made his emotional exit from the arena, marking the end of an era in professional wrestling.
One final goodbye.
Thank YOU, @JohnCena. 🫡 pic.twitter.com/hg8gNpbILG
— WWE (@WWE) December 14, 2025
