It’s official — John Cena’s farewell to the WWE ring will be decided by a tournament worthy of his legendary career. WWE has announced The Last Time Is Now Tournament, a 16-man bracket kicking off on the November 10, 2025, edition of Monday Night Raw in Cena’s hometown of Boston. The winner will go on to face Cena in his final WWE match at Saturday Night’s Main Event on December 13 in Washington, D.C. It’s a fitting sendoff for the 16-time world champion who has defined an era of sports entertainment for over two decades.

Early reports suggest the tournament will feature a blend of Cena’s greatest rivals and the next generation of WWE stars eager to make their mark. Names like The Miz, Sheamus, LA Knight, and Bronson Reed have all been floated as possible entrants, alongside younger competitors rumored to represent WWE’s future. This structure mirrors Cena’s own career arc — from battling icons to elevating fresh talent — and ensures his final opponent will earn the right to share the ring with him through grit and competition.

For fans, The Last Time Is Now isn’t just a tournament; it’s the beginning of the end of one of WWE’s most iconic legacies. Whether Cena’s final match becomes a clash of generations or a long-awaited rematch from the past, the road to December 13 promises emotion, nostalgia, and plenty of unpredictability. Cena’s farewell won’t just close a chapter in WWE history — it will define the end of an era.