John Cena’s WWE Retirement Tour: Potential Dream Matches Before Crown Jewel

The WWE Universe is preparing to bid farewell to one of its greatest icons. John Cena, the 17-time world champion and arguably the biggest star in WWE history, is on the final stretch of his retirement tour. With just five appearances left, each outing feels historic, and every match could be his last marquee showdown.

At WWE Crown Jewel on October 11, Cena will collide with long-time rival AJ Styles for the fourth time in their storied rivalry. But beyond that clash, WWE has the rare chance to book a few more blockbuster dream matches before Cena’s final appearance at Saturday Night’s Main Event on December 13.

According to reports from Wrestling Observer Radio (via WrestlingNews.co), Cena is determined to use his farewell tour to elevate the next generation of WWE superstars. Known for his unselfish nature, “The Champ” wants to ensure he leaves WWE not only with his own legacy intact but by cementing the future of the company.

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As wrestling journalist Dave Meltzer noted, Cena is “very unselfish, and he knows on the way out, he wants to make people. He wants to make big stars.” That makes his remaining matches all the more significant — both for him and for those who share the ring with him.

On the surface, John Cena vs. Dominik Mysterio may raise eyebrows. But the storyline practically writes itself. Cena is the beloved veteran who has won every major accolade except the Intercontinental Championship. Dominik, the hated heel and current champion, could put his title and his reputation on the line against Cena.

John Cena vs IC Champion Dominik Mysterio has reportedly been discussed for one of Cena’s final few appearances.

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If Cena wins, he finally completes the elusive Career Grand Slam. If he loses, Dominik can forever brag about retiring the greatest WWE star of his generation. Either way, it’s a win-win scenario that would ignite fan interest and solidify Mysterio’s standing as a legitimate star.

“The Ring General” Gunther has been away from WWE programming since his SummerSlam loss to CM Punk, but his looming return creates an opportunity WWE cannot afford to miss. Fans have long speculated about a Cena vs. Gunther showdown — even imagining it for WrestleMania 41.

The match has never happened, making it a legitimate dream clash. Gunther’s ruthless, hard-hitting style against Cena’s resilience and charisma would create a compelling battle. For Cena, it’s a chance to test himself against WWE’s most dominant modern villain. For Gunther, it’s a defining rivalry outside of the title picture.

Few WWE superstars have been as consistently underutilized as Drew McIntyre. Despite being a three-time world champion, McIntyre has often been left out of major storylines. Pairing him with Cena would give him the spotlight he deserves.

McIntyre has the size, presence, and credibility to be John Cena’s final foe. A victory would cement his status as a main-event villain, while even in defeat, he would benefit from sharing the stage with WWE’s most celebrated star. This showdown would feel like a true passing of the torch moment.

As John Cena counts down the days to his farewell, each match feels like a chapter in the story of a legendary career coming to an end. From AJ Styles at Crown Jewel to potential clashes with Dominik Mysterio, Gunther, or Drew McIntyre, the possibilities remain endless.

One thing is certain: WWE will want to make every moment count as it says goodbye to “The Champ.”