John Cena Confirms Final Match Date + Ticket Info — “No Rumors, No Speculation. December 13 Is It.”
John Cena is standing firm on his word — December 13, 2025, will mark the end of his legendary in-ring career.
The 17-time World Champion took to social media this week to squash swirling rumors that WWE might extend or delay his retirement. Cena reminded fans that his exit plan was made clear over a year ago when he announced at Money in the Bank 2024 that 2025 would be his final year as an active performer.
“Despite any speculation or rumors, on July 6, 2024, I announced I would retire from WWE in-ring participation,” Cena wrote. “I am far from perfect but strive to be a person whose word has value. 12/13/25 will be my final match. I am beyond grateful for every moment WWE has given me. I am excited for 12/13 & look forward to seeing all of you one last time.”
Despite any speculation or rumors, on July 6, 2024 I announced I would retire from WWE in ring participation. I am far from perfect but strive to be a person whose word has value. 12/13/25 will be my final match. I am beyond grateful for every moment WWE has given me. I am… https://t.co/TnUPfuEfzx
— John Cena (@JohnCena) October 17, 2025
Cena’s farewell will take place at WWE Saturday Night’s Main Event on December 13, but the build to what should be one of the biggest moments in modern wrestling history hasn’t gone exactly as WWE hoped.
🎟️ Ticket Prices & Fan Backlash
Despite Cena’s name value, ticket sales have been slower than expected — a surprise considering this will be his last match. Industry insiders point to sky-high pricing and the lack of an announced opponent as key reasons.
Currently, tickets are available through Wrestling.news’ partner StubHub, with prices starting around $357, while premium ringside seats are listed for a jaw-dropping $7,432. Many fans have voiced frustration online, calling out WWE and Triple H for “tone-deaf” creative and pricing decisions in recent months.
Still, insiders expect the event to sell out before December, especially once Cena’s opponent — rumored to be a major name — is officially confirmed.
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John Cena’s farewell tour should’ve been a slam dunk for WWE, but the rollout has been shaky. Between inflated ticket prices, creative indecision, and a wave of fan skepticism, what should feel like a celebration currently feels more like a waiting game.
If WWE wants this to be the monumental sendoff Cena deserves, the next few weeks are crucial. The company needs to announce a blockbuster opponent and reignite fan excitement before it’s too late. Cena has always been WWE’s ultimate company man — now the company needs to return that loyalty with a proper finale worthy of the “Greatest of All Time.”
