John Cena's 178th and Final WWE PLE Match Sees Intercontinental Title Loss at Record-Setting Survivor Series

San Diego, CA – WWE icon John Cena concluded his Premium Live Event (PLE) career on November 29, 2025, at Survivor Series: WarGames, marking his 178th match at such an event. Cena, who entered Petco Park as the Intercontinental Champion, lost his title to Dominik Mysterio in a highly anticipated bout. Ahead of the event, Cena shared on social media, > "I’ve been told tonight will be my 178th match at a PLE. Tonight I’m honored for an opportunity to perform at a @WWE PLE One Last Time."

The championship match saw a surprising turn of events, as Liv Morgan made an unexpected return to interfere, aiding Dominik Mysterio in securing the victory and regaining the Intercontinental Championship. Cena's defeat marked the end of his latest reign with the title, which he had recently won to achieve Grand Slam Champion status. The outcome generated significant discussion among fans and analysts regarding the future of the Intercontinental title.

The Survivor Series: WarGames event itself was historic, taking place outdoors at Petco Park in San Diego, a first for the annual spectacle. The event drew a record-setting crowd of 46,016 fans, underscoring the enduring popularity of WWE. Cena acknowledged the grand scale of the event in his tweet, stating, > "A loud and excited crowd @PetcoPark broadcast around the globe on the @ESPN app and @Netflix will be an incredible backdrop for an epic event."

The broadcast reached a global audience, with viewers in the United States tuning in via the ESPN app, while international fans accessed the event through Netflix. This final PLE appearance is part of John Cena's ongoing retirement tour, with his definitive last in-ring match scheduled for December 13 at Saturday Night's Main Event in Washington, D.C. His extensive career leaves an indelible mark on professional wrestling.