John Cena waved goodbye to professional wrestling as an active in-ring competitor in the main event of Saturday Night's Main Event and while the sting of his retirement will resonate for the foreseeable future,

Before a stunned crowd, John Cena signaled to fans that his time is finally over, tapping out on a sleeper hold from Gunther at "Saturday Night's Main Event."

Speaking to WWE, Rhodes revealed the best advice he’s received from Cena. “The best advice that John Cena has ever given me, and he’s given it to numerous talent — it sounds redundant but it’s really not. Listen to the audience. If you do, you’ll never go wrong,” he said.