14.12.2025 12:45
In his final match against Gunther at Saturday Night's Main Event XLII, WWE legend John Cena ended his 23-year WWE career. Cena submitted to Gunther's sleeper holds, unable to withstand them in his farewell match. During the ceremony that took place after the match, the legendary figure said, "It has been a pleasure to serve you all these years, thank you."
One of the legendary names of WWE, American wrestler John Cena, has put an end to his professional wrestling career.
JOHN CENA COMPETED IN HIS FINAL MATCH
John Cena faced Gunther in his last match at the "Saturday Night's Main Event" organization. In front of over 19,000 spectators at Capital One Arena, Cena was defeated by his opponent.
HIS FAREWELL ENDED SADLY
Attempting many signature moves against Gunther, including the "Five Knuckle Shuffle" and "Attitude Adjustment," Cena could not withstand the consecutive sleeper holds any longer. Despite escaping from the pinfall a few times, Cena looked at the camera and smiled slightly before ultimately giving up. This result marked only the fourth time in Cena's career that he has submitted in a match.
A CEREMONY TOOK PLACE AFTER THE MATCH
After the match, wrestlers from the WWE locker room came to the ring to bid farewell to John Cena. World Heavyweight Champion CM Punk and Undisputed WWE Champion Cody Rhodes handed their belts to Cena, allowing the legend to wear them one last time.
JOHN CENA: 'IT WAS A PLEASURE FOR ME'
After the ceremony, Cena said, "It has been a pleasure to serve you all these years, thank you," as he left the arena to applause.
John Cena's achievements:
- 14x WWE Championships
- 3x World Heavyweight Championships
- 1x Intercontinental Championship
- 5x United States Championships
- 4x Tag Team Championships
- 2x Royal Rumble ('08, '13)
- 1x Money in the Bank ('12)
- Grand Slam Champion