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WWE news: John Cena brings down the house at MSG

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NEW YORK – It felt like Game 7.

There was a palpable buzz in the air at Madison Square Garden. Fans from all over the United States packed the “World’s Most Famous Arena” to see a legend one last time.

Their music was heard and now was their time.

John Cena made the last scheduled “Monday Night Raw” appearance of his WWE career. The crowd in New York nearly blew the roof off the building. The new intercontinental champion was here. Hoarse “Thanks Cena!” as he tried to swim around. He addressed the crowd by chanting slogans.

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John Cena faces Dominik Mysterio during “Monday Night RAW” at Madison Square Garden on November 17, 2025 in New York City. (Rich Freeda/WWE via Getty Images)

“You all twisted the issue. New York City is what makes and breaks careers,” Cena said. “And finally I look around and see people as far as the eye can see. Thank you New York City.

“What a night it was. Madison Square Garden has allowed me to perform in these hallowed halls for 23 years. There’s a little more enthusiasm in the air tonight because tonight is the last time we get to talk together in Madison Square Garden and on ‘Monday Night Raw.’ It’s a bittersweet moment for some. This is a huge moment for me.”

Dominik Mysterio interrupted Cena and demanded a rematch for the Intercontinental Championship; This was the title Cena won from him last week and became the Grand Slam champion.

Mysterio didn’t want to break down in New York. Instead, he challenged Cena to a title match at Survivor Series: WarGames on November 29. Just like Cena won the championship near his hometown last week, Mysterio will look to recapture the title in his hometown of San Diego.

With John Cena, Rey Mysterio and Sheamus

Rey Mysterio, intercontinental champion John Cena and Sheamus celebrate after their match during “Monday Night RAW” at Madison Square Garden on November 17, 2025 in New York City. (Rich Freeda/WWE via Getty Images)

JOHN CENA ADDED ANOTHER IMPRESSIVE AWARD TO HIS WWE RESUME

Cena didn’t leave MSG without a fight. Mysterio took out his Doomsday friends to gain the advantage, but Cena also had friends of his own in his corner. Sheamus and Rey Mysterio joined him for a six-man tag team match.

WWE legends took care of the heel side as Cena pinned JD McDonagh.

Cena, Sheamus and Mysterio walked up the ramp to bid farewell to the New York City crowd. Some fans who have watched the 17-time WWE champion’s entire career wonder, “Where did the last 23 years go?” he wondered the question.

Meanwhile, two more matches highlighted WWE wrestlers in the Last Time is Now Tournament.