John Cena Reveals WWE Made Major Changes During Farewell Tour
John Cena’s WWE farewell tour has been one of the most emotional and impactful storylines of 2025. But according to the 16-time world champion himself, what we’ve seen so far wasn’t exactly part of the original script.
In a recent interview with Collider, Cena opened up about how WWE’s storytelling has evolved throughout his retirement run. With 18 of 36 appearances completed, Cena admitted that WWE has already made “a ton of pivots” along the way — all in real time.
“There is no more adaptable form of storytelling than WWE,” Cena said. “WWE can change a story as it happens live.”
WWE Storytelling in Real Time
Unlike traditional TV or film where scripts are locked, WWE has the unique ability to pivot mid-show depending on crowd energy, social media trends, or even real-life events. Cena shared that this flexibility is what makes the business so exciting and challenging.
“Over the farewell tour dates so far, we’ve made a ton of pivots — right there in the moment,” he emphasized.
From sudden title feuds to shifting character dynamics, Cena’s final run has already seen its share of rewrites. Fans saw firsthand how quickly the storylines evolved after matches with stars like LA Knight, Randy Orton, and CM Punk. And that trend is only going to continue.
The Fans Control the Finish
Looking ahead, Cena said the fans will play a crucial role in how the remaining chapters of his retirement unfold.
“As we get close to the end, what dictates those pivots is the audience,” he noted. “If you ever wanted to say something, now’s the time. The time is now.”
This means crowd reactions — cheers, boos, online chatter — could shape Cena’s final few matches, including his highly anticipated title defense against CM Punk at Night of Champions.
WWE’s Strength: Plan Ahead, React Fast
Despite WWE’s ability to map out long-term arcs, Cena praised the company for being able to “pivot on a dime.” He believes this is one of the reasons WWE has remained relevant and exciting.
“They think extended but pivot fast in a moment. That’s their strongest suit.”
With Cena’s final year halfway through, WWE is clearly leaning into unpredictability, keeping both fans and Superstars guessing.
What’s Next for Cena?
As of now, WWE hasn’t finalized the remaining tour dates for Cena’s retirement. What’s clear is that WWE will continue to build around fan energy and reaction to give Cena the perfect sendoff — one worthy of his legendary career.
He’ll defend the Undisputed WWE Championship against CM Punk at Night of Champions in Riyadh on June 28, and fans are buzzing about what could happen next.
What Do You Think?
Do you think John Cena’s farewell tour is being handled right? Are WWE’s pivots helping or hurting his legacy? Sound off in the comments!