John Cena's final wrestling bout following WrestleMania 41 and subsequent retirement tour timeline.
Thrashin' It Up: John Cena Smashes Records with 17th WWE Title, Kickin' Off His Grand Farewell Tour
John Cena, the 47-year-old grappling titan, has etched his name in the wrestling hall of fame after securing an astonishing 17th world championship during his emotional swan song tour.
A momentous achievement, Cena took the main event stage at WrestleMania 41, defeating Cody Rhodes to claim the Undisputed WWE Championship and becoming the first-ever 17-time world champion. Just months before announcing that 2025 would mark his retirement, Cena solidified his uncontested status as a trailblazer in the new millennium and the face of wrestling's modern era.
Once WWE's leading man of the 2000s, Cena transitioned to part-time wrestling in 2018 as his Hollywood acting career soared. But his unparalleled legacy hasn't waned since then.
Delighting Fans Worldwide
Last July, Cena announced that his final in-ring competition will unfold in 2025, commencing a farewell tour of approximately 36 dates globally. He's reserved the entire year of 2025 for WWE, and his acting career will be on hold until then.
The future hall of famer will undoubtedly captivate audiences on this extraordinary tour, reprising the roles that have made him a household name in both wrestling and Hollywood. Cena kicked off the tour with a stomping appearance at the Raw Netflix premiere earlier this year, and his final moments in the ring at WrestleMania 41 signaled the start of this unprecedented journey.
The Peacemaker actor hasn't shared specifics about the number of matches he'll climb into during the tour, but with his final WrestleMania performance now history, fans worldwide eagerly await what's next.
Hear Him Roar
"I, John Cena, officially announce my retirement from the WWE," Cena declared at a sold-out arena last July, commanding attention from both the live audience and a global television audience. "I have been doing this for over two decades, and I've witnessed tremendous ups and downs. WWE is a powerhouse, and I've seen its power firsthand. I want to send a heartfelt thank you to all the fans, Canadians especially, for being the foundation of my career."
As chapters in John Cena's titanic career close, one thing remains undeniable: he's left an indelible mark on the wrestling world, ensuring his legacy lives on for generations to come.
Fun Facts:
- John Cena holds a record 14 WWE Championships and three World Heavyweight Championships.[1][4]
- Cena is a five-time WWE United States Champion, a two-time WWE Tag Team Champion, and a two-time World Tag Team Champion.[1][4]
- He is a two-time Royal Rumble winner and a one-time Money in the Bank winner.[1][4]
- One of Cena's most acclaimed matches was a five-star match against CM Punk at Money in the Bank 2011.[1]
[1] WWE Official Site[4] Wrestling Inc[5] The Guardian
- Nearly three decades into his career, John Cena's grand farewell tour is confirmed to span across 36 global dates on the calendar, marking a significant chapter in his unparalleled sports and Hollywood career.
- Cena's sports legacy will resonate through future decades, boasting a remarkable 17 world championship titles, solidified by his victory at WrestleMania 41 and cemented in the WWE hall of fame.
- A historic friend, Cena's lasting impact will be felt not just in the wrestling world but also beyond, transcending the boundaries of sports and entertainment to reach households world wide.
