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John Cena's Farewell Match Set for December 2025

9/30/2025

Summary

Story summary

John Cena's final match will headline Saturday Night’s Main Event on December 13, 2025, at Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C., concluding his farewell tour.
WWE Chief Content Officer Paul "Triple H" Levesque acknowledged Cena's significant contributions to WWE.
Events DC President Angie M. Gates emphasized D.C. as the ideal location to celebrate Cena's legacy.
A live episode of "Six Feet Under with The Undertaker" will take place on December 12, alongside a WWE Superstore.
Tickets go on sale October 17, with presale starting October 15, and the event will stream live on Peacock.

History

Historical Context

WrestleMania I in 1985, featuring stars like Hulk Hogan and Mr. T, launched professional wrestling into mainstream popularity, generating over $1 million in ticket sales. John Cena, who debuted in 2002, became a pivotal figure in WWE, culminating in his farewell match on December 13, 2025, in Washington, D.C., marking the end of a transformative era in wrestling history.

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Story summary

John Cena's final match will headline Saturday Night’s Main Event on December 13, 2025, at Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C., concluding his farewell tour.
WWE Chief Content Officer Paul "Triple H" Levesque acknowledged Cena's significant contributions to WWE.
Events DC President Angie M. Gates emphasized D.C. as the ideal location to celebrate Cena's legacy.
A live episode of "Six Feet Under with The Undertaker" will take place on December 12, alongside a WWE Superstore.
Tickets go on sale October 17, with presale starting October 15, and the event will stream live on Peacock.

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