• John Cena will wrestle his final WWE match against Gunther at Saturday Night’s Main Event on Dec. 13.
• Gunther earned the opportunity by winning the Last Time Is Now Tournament, defeating LA Knight in the final.
• The match caps Cena’s Farewell Tour after high-profile bouts with Rhodes, Punk, Orton and more.
H2: Cena’s Farewell Tour concludes on Dec. 13
John Cena’s year-long Farewell Tour in WWE ends when he squares off with Gunther at Saturday Night’s Main Event on Saturday, Dec. 13. The matchup is billed as Cena’s final in-ring contest for WWE and will air at 8 ET/5 PT on Peacock in the United States and on YouTube for international viewers.
H3: Why Gunther is the chosen final opponent
Gunther earned the right to be Cena’s last adversary by winning the Last Time Is Now Tournament. On his way to the tournament crown, Gunther defeated NXT’s Je’Von Evans, Carmelo Hayes, Solo Sikoa and then LA Knight in the tournament final. His victory secured the high-stakes opportunity to close out Cena’s storied WWE career.
H3: Gunther’s credentials
Gunther arrives with a résumé that includes a World Heavyweight Championship run and the distinction of being the longest-reigning Intercontinental Champion in WWE history. Often described as “The Ring General,” Gunther’s technical style and dominant presence make him a credible and daunting final opponent for Cena.
H2: A farewell filled with marquee matches
This final match comes after a Farewell Tour that saw Cena face many of WWE’s top names. Over the past year he’s taken on Cody Rhodes, CM Punk, Randy Orton, Brock Lesnar, AJ Styles, Sami Zayn, Logan Paul, R-Truth and Dominik Mysterio, among others. Each bout contributed to a run that celebrated Cena’s in-ring legacy and longstanding connection with fans worldwide.
H3: What to watch for on SNME
Expect a high-profile main event built around storytelling and finality. Gunther’s methodical offense and ring control will contrast with Cena’s storied comeback ability and signature moments. With Cena’s legacy on the line, storyline beats, crowd reactions and potential surprise appearances could all factor into the evening.
H4: Broadcast and viewing information
Date: Saturday, Dec. 13
Time: 8 ET/5 PT (United States)
Where to watch: Peacock (U.S. streaming) and WWE’s YouTube channel for international audiences.
H5: The wider picture
Whether Cena retires with a win or a loss, the matchup with Gunther caps a season that has revisited rivalries and created memorable moments across WWE programming. Gunther’s tournament run — including a key win over LA Knight — earned him this career-defining spotlight.
Tune in to Saturday Night’s Main Event on Dec. 13 to see how the final chapter of Cena’s WWE in-ring story unfolds.