Why did John Cena announce his retirement from WWE so early?

Cena made a surprise appearance at WWE's Money in the Bank in Toronto on Saturday and announced his retirement from in-ring competition.

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He said, "Why am I here? Tonight, I officially announce my retirement from WWE."

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Cena will also appear in multiple events next year, including Monday Night Raw on Netflix, the 2025 Royal Rumble, and the 2025 Elimination Chamber.

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Cena said that his last match will be at WrestleMania 2025 in Las Vegas.

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“Thank you so much for letting me play in the house you built,” he said.

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In a press conference, Cena said that the farewell tour will begin in January next year and will go on till December

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The most heartbreaking news of 2024 is John Cena's retirement, leaving the WWE Universe in shock and sadness as their beloved childhood hero is gone from WWE.

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According to reports, WWE is already planning an important match for him. Apart from this, Cena is also rumored to be involved in other events like Royal Rumble and Elimination Chamber.

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It will be interesting to see what WWE has planned for John Cena's last journey and who will be his opponent.

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WWE shared a video of Cena's retirement announcement on X.

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Cena signed with WWE in 2001.

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