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HAS HE GONE?

WWE legend John Cena hints at sensational RETIREMENT after No Mercy defeat to Roman Reigns

It appeared the 40-year-old was saying his goodbyes to the crowd after the bout, similar to the Undertaker

WWE legend John Cena has hinted he is sensationally RETIRING after his No Mercy loss.

The 13-time World Champion suffered a gruelling defeat to Roman Reigns at the Staples Center pay-per-view in Los Angles, California, US.

 John Cena appeared to say goodbye to the crowd by giving them a salute on his way from the ring
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John Cena appeared to say goodbye to the crowd by giving them a salute on his way from the ringCredit: WWE
 Cena emotionally hugged fans and family around the ring after the defeat to Roman Reigns
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Cena emotionally hugged fans and family around the ring after the defeat to Roman ReignsCredit: WWE

And it appeared the 40-year-old was saying his goodbyes to the crowd after the bout, similar to the Undertaker after his WrestleMania 33 exit.

He stayed in the squared-circle after the match, bowing to the crowd, waving and taking pictures with supporters at ringside.

Cena also lifted Reigns arm in triumph after the fight, seemingly passing on the mantle to the next superstar in line.

The Monday Night RAW hero also hugged fans and family, before solemnly walking up the ramp towards the backstage area.

He then saluted the arena before heading for the exit of the locker room, in what could be his last appearance in the WWE for a while at least.

Cena has lots of interests outside wrestling, including a movie career which has seen him star in a string of high-budget Hollywood flicks.

 The WWE legend bowed to his supporters after the match, could this be the end after a 17-year career?
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The WWE legend bowed to his supporters after the match, could this be the end after a 17-year career?
 Dancing With the Stars Nikki Bella is set to marry Cena in a lavish ceremony next year following their engagement at WrestleMania
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Dancing With the Stars Nikki Bella is set to marry Cena in a lavish ceremony next year following their engagement at WrestleManiaCredit: Getty - Contributor

The three-time World Heavyweight title holder is also set to marry Dancing With The Stars and ex-WWE diva Nikki Bella next year.

Cena proposed to the ex-wrestler at WrestleMania 33 following their tag-team win over rivals Miz and Maryse.

He has been in the company for more than 17-years, and involved in some of the biggest feuds and matches while in the Attitude, PG and Ruthless Aggression eras.

Supporters took to social networking sites to reveal their shock at the potential retirement.

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