John Cena is not finished with WWE after WrestleMania 42, and he is already teasing something for Backlash weekend.
The 17-time world champion took to X on Thursday to hint at a potential appearance at Backlash 2026 in Tampa, Florida on May 9, referencing a promise he made to Club WWE members.
Man if only it were 2023 again!! I might have different business at WWE Backlash Alas, the years pass. I am still gonna try to do something epic in Tampa for 5/9. I promised Club WWE something special… stay tuned,” Cena wrote.
Whatever he has planned appears to be tied to Club WWE, the company’s fan membership program, rather than anything on the main card. The specifics remain unknown.
Cena retired from in-ring competition on December 13 at Saturday Night’s Main Event, losing his final match to GUNTHER. He then returned to WWE television as the host of both nights of WrestleMania 42 at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, marking his first appearance back on screen since his farewell match.
Backlash 2026 takes place Sunday, May 9 at Amalie Arena in Tampa, Florida, streaming live on the ESPN app in the United States.