The last time is now.
John Cena will compete in his final WWE and professional wrestling match soon as he will retire from the business once the referee count hits three.
Cena entered 2025 for what was essentially a retirement tour, coming out each date with attire that matched the host city’s sports teams. At Survivor Series in San Diego most recently on Nov. 29, he wore brown and yellow gear to match the Padres.
But the years of Cena coming out to his “The Time is Now” entrance song with “Fruity Pebble”-esque clothes are coming to a close.
Here’s everything to know about the wrestling GOAT’s final professional match, which will tug on the hearts of his fans — and haters — alike as a historic career concludes:
When is John Cena’s final match?
Cena’s final match is set for Saturday, Dec. 13.
Is John Cena’s final match on a PLE?
Yes, Cena’s match will take place on the Premium Live Event “Saturday Night’s Main Event.”
What time is John Cena’s final match?
SNME is set to begin at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT. Cena reportedly will open the show for his match before the rest of the night is spent on younger wrestlers looking to show their game, which the 17-time world champion wanted as a way to give back.
Who is John Cena’s final opponent?
Cena will face Gunther in his final match. Real-name Walter Hahn, Gunther is a 38-year-old German-Austrian wrestler known for his more tactical and brute force-like approach. He was the longest-reigning Intercontinental Champion from 2022-2024 before winning the World Heavyweight title in 2024.
Gunther earned the right due to beating LA Knight in the final of “The Last Time is Now” tournament, where multiple wrestlers faced off in single-elimination matches to be the last standing and face Cena.
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(Photo by Michael Marques/WWE via Getty Images) OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA – NOVEMBER 24: Gunther make’s his entrance during Monday Night RAW at Paycom Center on November 24, 2025 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. (Photo by Michael Marques/WWE via Getty Images)
Where to watch John Cena’s last match on TV, online
Cena’s last match will be exclusively streamed on Peacock. Users can access the match online or on the Peacock mobile app.
Where is John Cena’s final match?
Cena’s final match on SNME is taking place at the Capital One Arena in Washington D.C.
Actor and wrestler John Cena enjoyed a perfect pint of Guinness beer following a WWE event in Dublin, Ireland.
