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FULL INTERVIEW: John Cena reflects on the end of an era: Raw Recap, Nov. 17, 2025

2025-11-20 Sports
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John Cena Reflects on Madison Square Garden, Authenticity, and His Retirement Tour

Discover John Cena's philosophy on legacy, authenticity (especially regarding his famous "Jorts"), and how he plans to transition out of wrestling on his own terms. Read why he views passing the torch as crucial for the future of the business.

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  • [01:13] Value the history of venues like Madison Square Garden to maintain professional standards.
  • [04:47] Embrace authenticity; John Cena’s "Jorts" achieved iconic status despite initial ridicule.
  • [13:40] View stepping away now, even while performing at a high level, as protecting the product and the audience experience.
  • [14:51] Focus the final chapter on supporting the future by elevating NXT talent through exhibition matches.

John Cena joins Sam Roberts and Megan Morant backstage at MSG during his final run. This discussion centers on the significance of specific locations, the importance of maintaining personal authenticity throughout a polarizing career, and the intentional structure of his farewell. Cena provides insight on why he is determined to conclude his in-ring run in December, regardless of his current performance level.

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John Cena stops by Raw Recap to discuss the closing chapter of his legendary career and more with Sam Roberts and Megan Morant. Where to watch WWE: https://wwe.com/wheretowatch Watch WWE on Netflix: http://netflix.com/WWE Watch WWE on ESPN: https://plus.espn.com/wwe Watch WWE on Peacock: https://pck.tv/3ZTjVE7 --------------------------------------------------------------------- Follow WWE for more exciting action! - Subscribe to WWE on YouTube: http://wwe.yt/ --------------------------------------------------------------------- Check out WWE.com for news and updates: http://goo.gl/akf0J4 Find the latest Superstar gear at WWEShop: http://shop.wwe.com --------------------------------------------- Check out these other channels! --------------------------------------------- WWE Vault: http://www.youtube.com/@WWEVault WWE Español: https://www.youtube.com/@wweespanol WWE Arabic: https://www.youtube.com/@wwearabic WWE NXT: https://www.youtube.com/@wwenxt WCW: https://www.youtube.com/@wcw UpUpDownDown: https://www.youtube.com/upupdowndown Celtic Warrior Workouts: https://www.youtube.com/@CelticWarriorWorkouts WWE Music: https://www.youtube.com/wwemusic --------------------------------------------- Subscribe to our Podcasts! --------------------------------------------- Raw Recap: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqIVmFaHA8Bp7WjqbST0DvZWLCiXPXUt_ Six Feet Under with The Undertaker: https://www.youtube.com/@Undertaker What Do You Wanna Talk About? With Cody Rhodes: https://www.youtube.com/@CodyRhodes What's Your Story? With Steph McMahon: https://www.youtube.com/@StephanieMcMahon ------------------------------------ WWE on Social Media ------------------------------------ X: https://twitter.com/wwe Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wwe Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wwe/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wwe ------------------------------------

Top Comments (10)

@AbdelaliLOVE 2025-11-21

John Cena on the microphone: a powerful performance, personality, and charisma. He attracts a large, spontaneous audience; a legend worldwide.

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@AllEntertainmentGuy 2025-11-20

Cena vs Rhodes II was one of the greatest passing of the torch moments in pro wrestling history. Cena vs Styles was the perfect love letter to pro wrestling.

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@Emmanuel_11_07 2025-11-20

I don't know whether you see this comment or not John but you are one of the few people I admired in my childhood days you always inspired me and my school friends , I still remember the first match i saw was your match ,I quit seeing WWE but whenever my friends tell John Cena came i watch if I told anything wrong I'm sorry I just can't express how I feel , Thank you John for everything and I mean it ♥️

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@danielkeulder6852 2025-11-20

I was 5 years old when I started watching John Cena. I am 26 years old. I'm still a die-hard wrestling fan. John Cena is still my favorite wrestler to this day. I will miss him after December 13th.

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@SebbLuis 2025-11-24

Its a beautiful time to be a part of this chapter..

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@DK1bone 2025-11-20

I think his retirement ceremony well be bigger then the undertaker ceremony.

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@floridaman6897 2025-11-20

THATS WHY HE’s THE GOATTTT, THE GOAAAA-TTTTTT

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@tank3810 2025-11-20

Started watching wwe when I was 3/4 years old, and core memories that have stuck have been your different feuds through the eras, especially between you and randy orton. 2 decades later I'm happy to see my childhood hero retire on his own terms. Thank you Cena, we have seen you 🫡

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@TheKonkanDNA 2025-11-20

He instilled the mindset in me of "Never Give Up" ... thank you legend 😘♥️🙏

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@jeremiahbelgrave2356 2025-11-20

17:35 classic kind John giving everyone their flowers and making everyone feel important. How could you not love this guy??

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