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John Cena Opens Boston Raw as Farewell Tournament Begins, With Reported Surprise Intercontinental Title Shot

Reports of a Dominik Mysterio challenge raise Grand Slam stakes on a night that launches the 16-man search for his Dec. 13 opponent.

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US wrestler John Cena greets the fans before his match against against CM Punk for the undisputed WWE Championship during the King of the Ring event at Kingdom Arena in Riyadh on June 28, 2025. (Photo by FAYEZ NURELDINE/AFP via Getty Images)
US wrestler John Cena stands in the ring during a presentation on the eve of his match for the undisputed WWE Championship against CM Punk at Kingdom Arena in Riyadh on June 27, 2025. (Photo by FAYEZ NURELDINE/AFP via Getty Images)

Overview

  • WWE confirmed Cena will kick off Raw at TD Garden in his final Boston appearance, with the show streaming on Netflix.
  • The Last Time Is Now tournament starts tonight with first‑round matches Sheamus vs. Shinsuke Nakamura and Damian Priest vs. Rusev.
  • Multiple outlets, citing Bodyslam.net, report an unadvertised Cena vs. Dominik Mysterio Intercontinental Championship match is planned for tonight, a bout reportedly moved up from Survivor Series.
  • WWE is keeping parts of the 16‑man bracket and select opponents under wraps to preserve surprises, with cross‑brand and potential outside entrants referenced in recent coverage.
  • World Heavyweight Champion CM Punk is scheduled to appear following Logan Paul’s attack as Survivor Series on Nov. 29 approaches, and Cena’s final match remains set for Dec. 13 in Washington, D.C.