27-year-old WWE star to be John Cena's final opponent? Analyzing why it makes sense

John Cena's farewell tour has fans speculating who the WWE legend will face before he closes the book on his illustrious career. Names such as Gunther, Randy Orton, CM Punk, and Cody Rhodes have been touted. His final match could come against arguably the most detestable star in the company.

Dominik Mysterio could be Cena's final opponent before retiring from in-ring competition. The Judgment Day member recently spoke to Fox News about his goals in WWE. The 27-year-old hoped to go on a singles run that resulted in title success and a WrestleMania 41 match with the 16-time world champion.

John Cena, 47, has put younger talent over during his recent run in the Stamford-based promotion. He lost to Solo Sikoa and Austin Theory, and going out with a loss has become a tradition in pro wrestling.

Dirty Dom beating Cena would shock fans and make him one of WWE's most hated stars and perhaps the biggest heel in company history. Fans receive massive jeers every time he tries to speak; imagine the reaction if he defeats the Cenation Leader.

A John Cena-Dominik Mysterio feud would be a must-see, and the veteran star is a fan of the young upstart's work. He said earlier this year that the son of Rey Mysterio was 'doing fantastic.'

WrestleMania 41 is expected to feature some of the biggest matches in the company's history. The Rock will likely be in action, while many expect CM Punk and Seth Rollins to lock horns finally. Cena losing to Dom could be a 'Mania moment comparable to Undertaker's streak losing or Seth Rollins' cash-in.

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What happened the last time John Cena encountered Dominik Mysterio in WWE?

John Cena's most recent in-ring appearance in WWE was on the RAW after WrestleMania XL (April 8). The Greatest of All Time surprised fans by coming to R-Truth and The Miz's aid against Judgment Day's Dominik Mysterio, Finn Balor, and JD McDonagh.

The Doctor of Thuganomics helped Awesome Truth lay the SmackDown on Dirty Dom, Balor, and McDonagh in a six-man tag match. He later appeared at Money in the Bank (July 6) to announce his retirement plan.

John Cena has a history with Dom, and they have also been on the same side at one point during their careers. They teamed together when he was still on good terms with his father, Rey. The trio beat Roman Reigns and The Usos in a six-man tag match in September 2021.

The two-time Royal Rumble winner's appearances became increasingly sporadic around that time. He was absent from WWE when Dom turned heel and joined The Judgment Day at Clash at the Castle in September 2022.