John Cena asked about the status of the John Cena Classic

During the 2026 WWE Backlash PLE, John Cena announced the first-ever “John Cena Classic” — the best of today vs. the best of tomorrow. Cena confirmed that there will be a new event and a new championship. The fans will also determine the winner through a voting process.

While speaking to Extra at the 2026 San Diego Comic-Con, Cena was asked about the status of the event. Here was Cena’s response…

“I got to withhold the updates. What I can tell you is we are working forward, and I cannot tell you how excited I am about it. The event, what it stands for—I want to do something great for WWE fans toward the end of the calendar year. Man, I wish I could give you spoilers, but I’ve got to be loyal to my company.

What I can tell you is we’re working on it, and I am going to give you my absolute best. If an event is going to wear my name, especially in the WWE realm, I’ve always given my best to WWE. Then the Classic will be no less.”