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John Cena's Farewell Tour: Grand Slam Champion Faces Speculation

11/17/2025

Summary

Cena's Farewell Tour

John Cena, WWE star, continues his farewell tour on November 17 at Madison Square Garden for his 545th match.
He defeated Dominik Mysterio for the Intercontinental Championship, making him a Grand Slam Champion.
Speculation surrounds his final opponent, with CM Punk and Rey Mysterio identified as top candidates.
A 16-man tournament is underway to determine Cena's last opponent for his final match on December 13 in Washington, D.C.

Summary

Cena's Final Opponent

The John Cena 'Last Time is Now' Tournament gains momentum after SmackDown General Manager Nick Aldis announced Carmelo Hayes, Bronson Reed, Penta, Finn Balor.
Jey Uso advanced by defeating The Miz.
LA Knight defeated Zack Ryder, Ryder's first main roster match in over five years.
The tournament will determine Cena's final opponent for his last match on December 13 in Washington, D.C.

History

Historical Context

The WWE Grand Slam Championship, introduced in 2015, recognizes wrestlers who win multiple titles, including the WWE, Intercontinental, United States, and Tag Team Championships. John Cena achieved this accolade by defeating Dominik Mysterio in November 2025, marking his 545th match. Cena's farewell tour, highlighted by the 'Last Time is Now' Tournament, echoes the dramatic narratives of past legends like The Undertaker, shaping wrestling's future.

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Cena's Farewell Tour

John Cena, WWE star, continues his farewell tour on November 17 at Madison Square Garden for his 545th match.
He defeated Dominik Mysterio for the Intercontinental Championship, making him a Grand Slam Champion.
Speculation surrounds his final opponent, with CM Punk and Rey Mysterio identified as top candidates.
A 16-man tournament is underway to determine Cena's last opponent for his final match on December 13 in Washington, D.C.

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