John Cena shares what he misses about wrestling after retiring
Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 11:29 PM
Last updated Jun 19, 2026
John Cena discussed his retirement from WWE during an appearance on 'The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon' on June 19, 2026. Having stepped away from in-ring competition for over 180 days, Cena expressed that he misses the energy of the audience and the experience of performing live. He humorously noted that retirement has made his Tuesday mornings more enjoyable. Cena has hinted at the possibility of returning under specific conditions, including a large payment. However, he aims to honor fans and maintain his commitment to retirement.
- •Cena retired after his final match against GUNTHER on December 13, 2025.
- •He announced a new tournament called the 'John Cena Classic.'
- •Cena feels a strong connection to the audience he misses.
- •He joked about returning for a large sum of money from Elon Musk.
- •Cena emphasizes the importance of staying true to his retirement decision.
- 11:29 PMWrestling Inc — John Cena Explains What He Misses The Most About In-Ring WWE Career
"Retirement is easier on John Cena's body, but there's plenty he misses about wrestling in WWE.
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