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Tyrus says Trump will attend Cena's final WWE match in DC

Published 31 October 2025

Former WWE wrestler and current media commentator Tyrus said he expects former President Donald Trump to attend John Cena’s final match on December 13, 2025, at Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C., and suggested the former president could even play a role in the outcome. Cena’s farewell bout is scheduled to air as part of WWE Saturday Nights Main Event.

Speaking in a recent interview, Tyrus said, "The president? One thousand percent. If he says he's going, he's going." He added, "He might even be in the finish," indicating he believes Trump’s presence could extend beyond the audience. Tyrus cited Trump’s longtime interest in professional wrestling as a reason for the expected attendance and characterized such an appearance as a historically notable moment for the performers involved.

WWE has not announced an opponent for Cena’s final match. The promotion has confirmed the event will take place in the nation’s capital and is expected to be broadcast live in the United States on Peacock and internationally on Netflix. Cena is a 17-time world champion, having recently broken the record previously held by Ric Flair earlier this year.

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