One of the most prominent figures in WWE history will be stepping out of the ring sooner rather than later.
John Cena announced at Saturday’s Money In The Bank in Toronto that he will be retiring from in-ring competition in 2025.
“Tonight I officially announce my retirement from the WWE,” Cena said in a speech on the canvas. “I hear a mixed opinion out there. A lot of questions maybe, right?”
The first question Cena addressed was his choice of location for his announcement.
“Why here?” Cena started. “I want to talk about that for a second, I want to talk about Toronto. Matter of fact, I want to talk about Canada. Matter of fact, I want to talk about Canadians. You see, I’ve been doing this awhile, I’ve been in WWE for over two decades and in that time I’ve seen incredible waves of prosperity like we got right now … and I’ve also seen tremendous hardship.
“So in all those years, one of the most important, one of the most impressive things that I learned was whether the WWE is hot, or cold, Canadians always show up … which in my mind makes this right here the perfect place to say what I got to say!”
That covers the where, but what about the when?
“But why now? Because it’s Money In The Bank!” Cena exclaimed.
The 47-year-old made his WWE debut on June 27, 2002, answering an open challenge from Kurt Angle on SmackDown.
Another one of Cena’s most notable events in his career came at Unforgiven in 2006 at Scotiabank Arena, then known as Air Canada Centre, when he took on Toronto native Edge in a highly anticipated TLC match. Cena would emerge triumphant and claim the WWE Championship belt.
On Saturday, Cena would go on to say that 2025’s editions of Royal Rumble, Elimination Chamber, and WrestleMania will all be his last.
Cena took a moment to share his gratitude with the crowd for all the support over the years.
“I want to say thank you,” Cena said, preceding “Thank you, Cena!” chants from the Toronto faithful.
After a storied career in the world of professional wrestling, WWE legend John Cena has announced his retirement from in-ring competition in 2025. Cena, who made his debut in the WWE in 2002, quickly rose to fame with his charismatic personality and impressive in-ring skills.
Throughout his career, Cena has been a 16-time world champion, tying the record set by wrestling icon Ric Flair. He has headlined multiple WrestleMania events and has become one of the most recognizable faces in the wrestling world. Cena’s catchphrase “You can’t see me” has become synonymous with his brand and has endeared him to fans around the world.
In recent years, Cena has transitioned into a successful acting career, starring in blockbuster films such as “Trainwreck,” “Bumblebee,” and “F9.” Despite his success outside of the wrestling ring, Cena has always remained connected to the WWE and its fans.
In a statement announcing his retirement, Cena expressed his gratitude to the WWE Universe for their unwavering support throughout his career. He thanked his fellow wrestlers, coaches, and fans for their role in shaping his career and helping him achieve his dreams.
While Cena’s retirement marks the end of an era in professional wrestling, fans can take solace in knowing that his legacy will live on for years to come. Cena’s impact on the wrestling world is undeniable, and his contributions to the industry will be remembered for generations to come.
As Cena closes this chapter of his career, fans can look forward to seeing what the future holds for the WWE legend. Whether he continues to pursue acting or makes occasional appearances in the wrestling world, one thing is certain – John Cena’s legacy will continue to inspire fans around the world for years to come.