Just 24 hours before John Cena steps into the ring for the last time, WWE will celebrate his legendary career on the December 12 edition of Friday Night SmackDown.
Broadcasting live from Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, this episode serves as the final stop before Saturday Nights Main Event, where Cena will face GUNTHER in his retirement match. WWE has officially confirmed that the show will feature a special tribute segment to honor the 17-time World Champions storied career. According to WWE.com:
The tribute is being promoted under the banner The Never Seen 17, spotlighting Cenas unprecedented legacy as one of the most decorated and influential Superstars in WWE history. In addition to the Cena celebration, SmackDown will feature a strong lineup of in-ring action and promos, including:
- Alexa Bliss vs. Lash Legend
- Cody Rhodes speaks ahead of his showdown with NXT Champion Oba Femi at SNME
- WWE United States Championship Match: Ilja Dragunov (c) vs. Tommaso Ciampa
- Mixed Tag Match: Aleister Black & Zelina Vega vs. The Terror Twins (Damian Priest & Rhea Ripley)
With Cenas final match looming and a packed card to lead into it, the December 12 episode of SmackDown promises to be an emotional and action-packed night. Be sure to tune in live and follow along withRingside Newsfor full play-by-play coverage over in ourSmackDown resultssection.
Whats your favorite John Cena moment from his 20+ year career? Share it with us in the comments below.
