WWE's John Cena Classic May Be Scheduled for December 12

WWE is reportedly eyeing December 12 as a potential date for the John Cena Classic, although the exact location for the event has yet to be determined.

This date aligns closely with the one-year anniversary of John Cena's retirement from wrestling, which occurred on December 13, 2025, during a match against Gunther at Saturday Night’s Main Event.

The John Cena Classic was initially announced by Cena at Backlash in May, but plans for the event were still in development and not expected to occur until late 2026. Cena has characterized the event as WWE's version of an All-Star Game, featuring talent from both the main roster and NXT, with a fan vote to determine the champion, although this title is expected to be largely ceremonial.