John Cena Will Have “History-Breaking News” At WWE Backlash

John Cena has been big on making promises and attempting to live up to them throughout his time in the public eye. A couple of weeks ago, Cena teased being present at WWE Backlash with some news concerning Club WWE. Yesterday, the Benchmark International Arena in Tampa advertised John Cena’s return to Tampa. Cena made it official this morning on social media:

“It’s official! I’m headed to #WWEBacklash! After months of planning and effort, I am SO excited to break some history-making news! I can’t promise it’ll be perfect but I can promise it will change the WWE experience for Superstars and fans! C U Live Saturday in Tampa or at home on the @espn app!”

It’s official! I’m headed to #WWEBacklash! After months of planning and effort, I am SO excited to break some history-making news! I can’t promise it’ll be perfect but I can promise it will change the WWE experience for Superstars and fans!

C U Live Saturday in Tampa or at home…

— John Cena (@JohnCena) May 4, 2026

Backlash will be taking place this Saturday and will air on ESPN Unlimited in the United States & Netflix internationally. The current card for the event is listed below:

*World Heavyweight Championship Match: Roman Reigns vs. Jacob Fatu
*WWE United States Championship Match: Trick Williams vs. Sami Zayn
*Bron Breakker vs. Seth Rollins
*Asuka vs. IYO SKY
*Danhausen & TBA vs. Kit Wilson & The Miz

As always, 411mania.com will have complete coverage of the event.