“Make history at WrestleMania,” John Cena reveals his final aspirations in WWE before he retires
John Cena vows to make history in WWE before he hangs up his boots for good during his first promo on Raw on Netflix.

John Cena (via WWE)
John Cena made his return to Monday Night Raw on Netflix last night. In a heartfelt promo, The Cenation Leader promised to give his best performances during his retirement tour. Before exiting the ring, the 47-year-old thanked the WWE Universe for their unwavering support and revealed his final aspirations in WWE before his retirement.
The 16-time WWE Champion vowed to make history at WrestleMania 41, which will mark his final appearance at the event. To secure his place on the Grandest Stage of Them All, The Franchise Player promised to win the Royal Rumble match in Indianapolis. The Hollywood star also called out Cody Rhodes and Gunther, warning them to watch out because he was coming for them.
And I’m here talking about thank you. Well, hell, the best way to say thank you is to win the Royal Rumble and make history at WrestleMania.
John Cena on Raw
Furthermore, The Cenation Leader inspired fans worldwide with his powerful promo. However, the real highlight was the burning desire in the heart of the 16-time WWE Champion to make history one more time. By “making history,” he clearly meant becoming the only 17-time World Champion in WWE history, surpassing Ric Flairโs legendary record.
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The 47-year-old’s farewell tour in WWE has officially begun, and a host of stars could be lined up to face the former WWE Champion in 2025. With active stars like CM Punk, Roman Reigns, and Randy Orton, there’s a strong possibility Cena could cross paths with them, reigniting their legendary feuds once again.
John Cena lays out plans for Farewell Tour after Raw’s debut on Netflix
John Cena discussed his retirement tour extensively during his appearance on Raw’s Netflix debut. He emphasized his commitment to meeting the WWE Universe’s expectations while making history along the way. In a post-show interview, the 16-time WWE Champion shared his thoughts on his future plans.

In his Raw Post-Show appearance, Cena confirmed that this would be his final run in WWE. He invited every fan, whether cheering or booing, to be a part of this last journey. With a focus on delivering beyond expectations, Cena is determined to make his final chapter in WWE a memorable one.
There are parents that bring their families. I met so many people who say, I grew up watching you as a kid. Well, this is out last time to get together and make some noise.
John Cena on Raw’s Post-Show
Moreover, the 47-year-old emphasized that he doesn’t want to demand anything from WWE. While he aspires to become the 17-time champion, he refuses to use his status to claim privileges. If he earns a top spot during this final run, John Cena wants to do so on his own merit.