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John Cena Returns to WWE Raw for Championship Shot

11/10/2025

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Summary

Story summary

John Cena (WWE) will open WWE Raw on November 10, 2025, in Boston with a promo.
Cena may wrestle Dominik Mysterio for the Intercontinental Championship, a title Cena has never held.
The Last Time Is Now tournament will begin with first-round matches, including Sheamus versus Shinsuke Nakamura.
Cena's last match is planned for December 13 at Saturday Night's Main Event in Washington, D.C.

History

Historical Context

Established on September 1, 1979, the WWE Intercontinental Championship emerged from the unification of the WWF North American Heavyweight Championship and a fictional South American title, with Pat Patterson as its first champion. Over the years, it has been held by legends like Bret Hart and Shawn Michaels, symbolizing a vital competitive tier in professional wrestling and reflecting the sport's evolution into mainstream entertainment.

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Story summary

John Cena (WWE) will open WWE Raw on November 10, 2025, in Boston with a promo.
Cena may wrestle Dominik Mysterio for the Intercontinental Championship, a title Cena has never held.
The Last Time Is Now tournament will begin with first-round matches, including Sheamus versus Shinsuke Nakamura.
Cena's last match is planned for December 13 at Saturday Night's Main Event in Washington, D.C.

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