John Cena Retirement Tour: The announcement that his final in-ring match will take place on December 13, 2025, at Saturday Night’s Main Event XLII in Washington, D.C. To determine his final opponent, WWE is staging a 16-man tournament titled the “Last Time Is Now” Tournament, beginning on RAW from Boston on November 10.

The field will span RAW, SmackDown, NXT, and potentially even outside WWE talent. Based on WWE’s hints and historical context, here’s a best-guess breakdown of who could compete.

What Is The Format And Schedule Of The John Cena Retirement Tour Tournament?

The tournament will feature 16 participants, sourced from WWE’s three main brands (RAW, SmackDown, NXT) and possibly a non-WWE wildcard. The bracket structure and start date were revealed by WWE ahead of Cena’s farewell

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