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The Independent UK
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Greg Evans

John Cena hopes his WWE retirement will create opportunities for younger talent

  • Wrestler-turned-actor John Cena is preparing for his final matches with WWE, citing his body “screaming” at him to end his nearly 25-year career.
  • Cena, aged 48, stated his decision to retire is also driven by a desire to allow younger talent to prosper in the wrestling industry.
  • He has just 11 dates remaining with WWE, including shows in Ireland, France, Australia, and the US, with a final retirement match expected in December.
  • Cena emphasized that he does not have a specific opponent in mind for his final match, aiming for the tour to benefit the business.
  • Beyond wrestling, Cena is currently promoting the second season of his DC superhero show, Peacemaker, which is set to return on 21 August.

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