John Cena at WrestleMania 42: Why WWE legend will be at major event
John Cena will be seen again in WWE when he serves as the host of WrestleMania 42, his first appearance since retiring.
LAS VEGAS — The Champ is back at WrestleMania . John Cena is making his WWE return at WrestleMania 42 , his first appearance in his post-retirement career. The record-setting 17-time WWE Champion just embarked on a farewell tour in 2025, which ended with him losing his final match in December.
No matter how many people desire to see him wrestle again, Cena vowed that once his retirement tour was over, he wouldn't compete in the ring ever again. So why is Cena at WrestleMania, and what will he be doing? Here is what to know about his role at WWE's major show: Opinion: WrestleMania 42 should feel inevitable.
Right now, it feels exhausting Will John Cena be at WrestleMania 42? Yes, Cena will be at WrestleMania 42. Why is John Cena at WrestleMania 42?
Cena is the host of WrestleMania 42. That means he is there to welcome the audience to the night, and likely be part of some segments throughout both nights. Will John Cena wrestle at WrestleMania 42?