John Cena had 2025 firmly in his grasp, capping off a legendary career with a year-long farewell tour that celebrated his legacy one last time. Widely regarded as one of the greatest of all time, Cena’s final run gave fans a chance to witness his trademark intensity and storytelling in the ring, even as opinions around the tour remained somewhat divided.
Cena left everything inside the squared circle, delivering standout performances and rekindling rivalries against the likes of CM Punk, Randy Orton, and Brock Lesnar that added emotional weight to his final appearances. During the red carpet event at the WWE Hall of Fame ceremony, Cena offered a candid reflection on his farewell run, revealing the one match from the tour that he found himself revisiting, a choice that will hardly surprise his longtime supporters.
John Cena Has Only Re-Watched His Match Against AJ Styles From His Farewell Tour
John Cena opened up about his long-standing admiration for AJ Styles, revealing that the only match he has revisited since his retirement was their instant classic at WWE Crown Jewel 2025 in Perth.
The 17-time World champion said, “The only match I watched back from the farewell tour was me and him in Australia, and I bawled my eyes out.”
The bout was widely regarded as one of the best matches of 2025, as the two veterans reignited their decade-long rivalry in spectacular fashion.
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From grand entrances to subtle tributes honoring some of their most iconic opponents, like Bray Wyatt, The Undertaker, and Chris Jericho, by executing their signature finishers, Cena and Styles delivered a performance that encapsulated their enduring greatness.
AJ Styles Sets Incredible New Record At The 2026 Hall of Fame Ceremony
As AJ Styles headlined the WWE Hall of Fame 2026 class, he had already made it clear that he intended to keep his speech short and to the point. Staying true to his word, Styles delivered just a 5-minute heartfelt address to close the show, thanking every promoter and wrestler he had worked with throughout his storied career.
He even joked that he might have set a record for the briefest Hall of Fame speech. Styles appeared at peace with his decision to retire, expressing optimism about his future within the company.
Embracing his current role, he noted that he hopes to discover and mentor the next “Phenomenal One” down the line.
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With Luke Gallows and Karl Anderson inducting him into the Hall of Fame, the spotlight now shifts to what lies ahead for Styles. Given his wealth of experience in professional wrestling, his continued involvement with the company will be one to watch.
