Overview
- Multiple outlets citing WrestleVotes on Fightful Select report that John Cena is not expected in the 2026 Hall of Fame class, with Stephanie McMahon slated as the headliner.
- The same reporting notes WWE plans to honor an additional “immortal WWE moment” at the Las Vegas ceremony before WrestleMania 42.
- Cena’s final match occurred on December 13, 2025 against Gunther, and subsequent coverage says he has stayed out of the ring while lining up film projects.
- Bleacher Report, citing F4WOnline, says current WrestleMania 42 plans include CM Punk vs. Roman Reigns for the world heavyweight title, with Cody Rhodes expected to face Drew McIntyre and Jacob Fatu possibly entering the mix.
- WrestleVotes reports some in WWE believe AJ Styles may not be fully done wrestling despite his retirement loss to Gunther at Royal Rumble.