🔥 John Cena’s Long-Time Rival Returns — Only to Be Shockingly Buried on WWE RAW
WWE RAW delivered a shocking twist as one of John Cena’s longest-running rivals made a surprise return — only to suffer a quick and decisive defeat in the tournament to determine Cena’s final-ever opponent.
⚡ Dolph Ziggler Returns as a Surprise Opponent
Tonight’s episode featured Solo Sikoa as one of the confirmed competitors whose name was drawn for the tournament. However, his opponent was kept secret by Adam Pearce to create a dramatic surprise.
The returning superstar was none other than Dolph Ziggler, a long-time adversary of John Cena and a fan-favorite veteran.
Despite the electric crowd reaction, Ziggler’s comeback ended abruptly. After landing multiple finishing moves — including a devastating Sweet Chin Music — he was stopped cold by a single Samoan Spike from Solo Sikoa.
The quick loss left fans stunned, with many feeling Ziggler’s return was wasted and that he was "buried" after being defeated by only one major move.
OH. MY. GOD.
DOLPH ZIGGLER IS SOLO SIKOA'S SURPRISE OPPONENT!!! 🤯 pic.twitter.com/AxQ5sqYhTQ
— WWE (@WWE) November 18, 2025
🏆 Cena’s Final Opponent Will Soon Be Revealed
OH. MY. GOD.
DOLPH ZIGGLER IS SOLO SIKOA'S SURPRISE OPPONENT!!! 🤯 pic.twitter.com/AxQ5sqYhTQ
WWE continues advancing the tournament to decide who will face John Cena in his final-ever match this December.
Superstars like Jey Uso, LA Knight, Sheamus, and Rusev have already moved on. With two more competitors added tonight, the field is narrowing fast.
By the end of this week, the bracket will shrink to eight major names — all competing for the honor of facing Cena one last time in a historic farewell bout.
