At WrestleMania 40 on Sunday night, he helped make the save for Cody Rhodes in his Undisputed WWE Universal Title Match with Roman Reigns.
While appearing on The Pat McAfee Show today, Cena said he plans to retire from wrestling before he’s 50, which would be in 2027 and hopes to have one more run next year.
“So, I was grateful enough that Honda kind of bumped a commitment I had to be able to do WrestleMania so I’ll go from here to do something with Honda. So I’m going straight to that. I have a cool keynote appearance with Samsung in Las Vegas. Their theme of the convention is ‘time is now’ so they called on yours truly to speak there. I’m very grateful for that. I have some more branding stuff to do before I leave for Europe to finish a movie that we started filming before the strike called ‘Heads of State’ with Priyanka Chopra and Idris Elba and then straight from that to Peacemaker season two. That’ll take us through just about Christmas and I’m crossing my fingers and toes and my heart that maybe, just maybe, I can tell the Hollywood world to pump the breaks for a while and come back to my family for one last run. I hope, I don’t know, I hope, I’m trying, I hope, we’ll see what happens.”
John Cena, one of the most iconic figures in professional wrestling, has revealed his plans for retirement. During an appearance on The Pat McAfee Show, Cena announced that he intends to retire from wrestling before he turns 50, which would be in 2027. However, before bidding farewell to the squared circle, he hopes to have one final run next year.
Cena’s recent appearance at WrestleMania 40 showcased his continued commitment to the industry. He made a surprise appearance to help Cody Rhodes in his Undisputed WWE Universal Title Match against Roman Reigns. This unexpected return delighted fans and reignited speculation about Cena’s future in wrestling.
In his interview with McAfee, Cena discussed his upcoming commitments outside of wrestling. He mentioned a partnership with Honda and a keynote appearance at a Samsung convention in Las Vegas. Cena expressed gratitude for these opportunities and highlighted the convention’s theme of “time is now.” He was honored to be chosen as a speaker for such an event.
Additionally, Cena revealed that he has branding obligations to fulfill before leaving for Europe to complete filming for a movie called “Heads of State.” The film features a star-studded cast including Priyanka Chopra and Idris Elba. Following the movie’s completion, Cena will dive into the second season of “Peacemaker,” a television series in which he plays the titular character.
Despite his busy schedule, Cena expressed his desire to take a break from Hollywood and return to wrestling for one last run. He hopes that the “Hollywood world” can be convinced to “pump the breaks” so that he can spend more time with his family and make a memorable comeback to the wrestling ring.
Cena’s announcement has sparked excitement among fans who have been eagerly awaiting his return. Known for his incredible charisma and in-ring skills, Cena has been a fan favorite for over two decades. His potential final run would undoubtedly be a major event in the wrestling world.
As Cena’s retirement looms on the horizon, fans and fellow wrestlers alike will cherish every moment he has left in the ring. His contributions to the industry have been immense, and his legacy as one of the greatest wrestlers of all time is firmly established. Whether he returns for one last run or not, John Cena’s impact on professional wrestling will be remembered for years to come.