John Cena Set for First Live WWE Raw Appearance Since Retirement
WWE announced Cena will appear on the November 2, 2026, episode of Raw at Brooklyn's Barclays Center, without revealing his role.
WWE has announced that John Cena will appear on the November 2, 2026, episode of WWE Raw at Brooklyn's Barclays Center, according to comingsoon.net. It marks his first live appearance on the show since his retirement from the ring.
The announcement was made during the latest episode of WWE Raw, which took place in Fresno, California. WWE did not reveal what role Cena will have on the November 2 show.
Cena stepped away from in-ring competition after a 2025 retirement tour in which he competed in 18 matches. He lost to Gunther by submission at Saturday Night's Main Event in December 2025, ending his wrestling career.
He has remained with WWE in other capacities, signing a five-year ambassador agreement. In April, he appeared at WrestleMania 42 as the show's host, and in May 2026 he announced the inaugural John Cena Classic tournament during WWE Backlash.
WWE's next major event, Crown Jewel, is scheduled for November 7, 2026, in Saudi Arabia, five days after the Brooklyn Raw.
Quick answers
When will John Cena appear on WWE Raw?
WWE announced that Cena will appear on the November 2, 2026, episode of Raw at Brooklyn's Barclays Center.
What will John Cena do on the November 2 Raw?
WWE did not reveal what role Cena will have on the show.