Following his heel turn at Elimination Chamber, John Cena is scheduled for numerous WWE appearances throughout spring and summer, including post-WrestleMania shows.
TORONTO, CANADA - JULY 6: John Cena makes his way to the ring during Money in the Bank at Scotiabank Arena on July 6, 2024 in Toronto, Ontario. (Photo by WWE/Getty Images)
John Cena is set to become a regular presence on WWE programming in the coming months. Following his heel turn at Elimination Chamber, Cena has been confirmed for his championship match against Cody Rhodes at WrestleMania 41 on April 19-20, along with numerous additional appearances through spring and summer.
WWE has scheduled Cena for several European tour dates including Brussels on March 17, Glasgow on March 24, and London on March 31. These Raw appearances will serve as build-up toward his WrestleMania championship match.
Cena will also remain active following WrestleMania, with WWE confirming his appearance on the April 25 SmackDown from Fort Worth’s Dickies Arena. This marks his first post-WrestleMania appearance, indicating his extended program will continue beyond wrestling’s showcase event.
Additional appearances for Cena include the May 24 Saturday Night’s Main Event at a location to be announced. WWE has also scheduled him for SmackDown shows in Knoxville on May 30, Lexington on June 13, and Grand Rapids on June 20.
WWE quietly updated its website to include Cena in these upcoming dates, revealing his extended commitment through the early summer. This represents a significant schedule expansion compared to his limited appearances in recent years.
The championship match against Rhodes at WrestleMania 41 has become one of the most anticipated storylines following Cena’s shocking betrayal of fans at Elimination Chamber after nearly two decades as WWE’s premier fan favorite.
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