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- Gunther 1/3 favourite to face Cena in final match
- CM Punk 3/1 and Randy Orton 6/1 follow
- Cena’s farewell confirmed for December 13, 2025, in Washington D.C.
The WWE Universe is preparing for the end of an era as John Cena’s final match has officially been confirmed for Saturday, December 13, 2025, at Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C.
Saturday Night’s Main Event XLII: John Cena’s Final Match, will be the 16-time World Champion’s farewell bout bringing to a close a 26-year professional wrestling career that has defined the modern era of WWE.
Bookmakers have released early betting markets on who will be chosen to face Cena in his final match, with Gunther emerging as the overwhelming favourite.
At 1/3, The Ring General has been installed as the clear favourite to face Cena and for good reason.
What the expert says...
John Cena’s Final Opponent Betting Odds
| John Cena’s Final Opponent | Odds | Implied Probability |
|---|---|---|
| Gunther | 1/3 | 75.0% |
| CM Punk | 3/1 | 25.0% |
| Randy Orton | 6/1 | 14.3% |
| Edge | 8/1 | 11.1% |
| The Rock | 10/1 | 9.1% |
| Roman Reigns | 12/1 | 7.7% |
Gunther: The Fitting Successor to WWE’s Greatest
Austrian powerhouse Gunther has dominated WWE since joining the main roster, becoming one of the most respected wrestlers featuring in the company.
A match between Cena and Gunther has been heavily rumoured in recent months and many fans believe it would be the ultimate “passing of the torch” moment for the modern era of WWE.
While Gunther leads the odds, CM Punk (3/1) remains a strong second favourite after teasing a “career-defining moment”.
A Punk vs Cena bout would reignite one of the most memorable rivalries in recent WWE history, dating back to their 2011 Money in the Bank classic.
Event Details: Saturday Night’s Main Event XLII
This will mark Cena’s final in-ring appearance outside the United States and WWE is expected to deliver a celebration of his career, including tributes, legacy video packages, and guest appearances from former rivals.
- Date: Saturday, December 13, 2025
- Venue: Capital One Arena, Washington, D.C.
- Event Title: Saturday Night’s Main Event: John Cena’s Final Match
- Broadcast: Peacock (US) / YouTube (International)
What’s Next for Cena After Retirement?
Cena has already confirmed plans to transition fully into acting and production in Hollywood following his retirement from wrestling, with multiple projects lined up for 2026.
It would be unsurprising to see him feature on WWE programming after his retirement although it's unlikely we'll see a Royal Rumble appearance for a few years at least.
