Every Time John Cena Has Tapped Out In His Career

For decades, the mantra of John Cena has been “never give up.” On Saturday, John Cena gave up, tapping out to Gunther in the final match of Cena’s career.

It wasn’t the first time Cena has tapped out in his career, but it was the first time in over two decades.

Below is a list of every time Cena has tapped in his career.

• WWE SmackDown (July 18, 2002) – Chris Jericho taps out Cena with the Walls of Jericho after their match. The match ended in a DQ.
• WWE No Mercy 2003 (October 19, 2003) – Kurt Angle taps out Cena with the Ankle Lock.
• WWE SmackDown (December 4, 2003) – Chris Benoit taps out Cena with the Crippler Crossface
• WWE No Way Out 2004 (February 15, 2004) – Kurt Angle taps out Cena with the Ankle Lock.
• WWE Saturday Night’s Main Event (December 13, 2025) – Gunther taps out Cena with a sleeper.

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