In recent days, reports have surfaced that John Cena’s opponent for WWE WrestleMania 41 will likely be Logan Paul. Cena is gearing up to start his retirement tour, which will kick off in January. The 16-time WWE World Heavyweight Champion announced his plans to retire from the promotion in 2025.

2025 will be the final year of Cena’s in-ring career. He’s set to work around 36 dates for WWE from January through December. The first date on his retirement tour will be Raw’s Netflix premiere on January 6. WrestleMania 41 is being held in Las Vegas on Saturday, April 19 and Sunday, April 20.

Despite their intense on-screen feud, both men have consistently expressed mutual respect for each other throughout their careers. WWE's Netflix Debut to Feature John Cena and CM Punk's Raw Return

For those who feared John Cena's WWE retirement tour would be part-time, the Hollywood star is committed to the upcoming run. Appearing on the Sports Media podcast, WWE Head of Communications Chris Legentil talked about Cena's last run. He confirmed that Cena will be back full-time (via ITR Wrestling).

John Cena, a 16-time WWE World Heavyweight Champion, recently received a surprising gesture from his longtime rival, CM Punk. As Cena prepares to kick off his retirement tour in just a few days, he will appear on the debut episode of WWE RAW on Netflix.

CM Punk surprised WWE fans by performing John Cena’s 5 Knuckle Shuffle during his match at Madison Square Garden on December 26, 2024. This prompted speculation about a potential rivalry, especially with Cena's upcoming return for his retirement tour.