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The Rock Downplays Role in Picking John Cena’s Final Opponent as Speculation Intensifies

Cena’s Dec. 13 farewell in Washington lacks an announced challenger, fueling uncertainty over who is actually choosing his opponent.

Overview

  • WWE has scheduled Cena’s final match for Saturday Night’s Main Event on December 13 at Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C., but no opponent is confirmed.
  • On the New Heights podcast, Dwayne Johnson said he has “a tiny bit of influence” on the booking and emphasized the decision should be “whoever John wants.”
  • After The Rock’s remarks, Cena posted an uncaptioned Brady–Manning handshake on Instagram, spurring fresh fan guesses and renewed yet unconfirmed reports of a TV tournament that could lead to GUNTHER.
  • Messaging remains inconsistent, with Triple H framing the farewell as Cena’s “wishlist” even as Cena continues to say he does not hand‑pick opponents.
  • Signaling the match’s industry pull, Booker T moved Reality of Wrestling’s SubZero event to December 20 “in honor” of Cena’s December 13 sendoff.