The second round of WWE’s The Last Time is Now tournament is set to kick off with eight superstars vying for a chance to face John Cena at WWE Saturday Night’s Main Event (SNME) on December 13, 2025. In this listicle, we will assess the chances of each remaining superstar in the tournament.
### 8. Rusev
Rusev managed to defeat Damian Priest in the first round but faces a tough challenge against Jey Uso in the upcoming match on SmackDown. While Rusev is a strong contender, it is unlikely that he will emerge victorious over Uso.
### 7. Carmelo Hayes
Carmelo Hayes surprised everyone by beating Bronson Reed in the first round with the help of Cody Rhodes. However, his next match against Gunther on RAW poses a significant challenge, and his journey in the tournament might come to an end.
### 6. The Miz
The Miz is rumored to replace Sheamus in the tournament after Sheamus suffered a shoulder injury. Despite his early elimination in the first round, the Miz faces an uphill battle against LA Knight on SmackDown and may not advance further.
### 5. LA Knight
LA Knight advanced to the second round by defeating Zack Ryder but faces a tough opponent in The Miz. While Knight may progress in the tournament, his chances of winning and facing Cena in the final match are slim.
### 4. Penta
Penta secured a victory over Finn Balor in the first round but faces Solo Sikoa in the upcoming match on RAW. With the support of MFTs, Solo Sikoa poses a formidable challenge, and Penta’s chances of facing Cena in the final match are uncertain.
### 3. Solo Sikoa
Solo Sikoa has a good chance of reaching the semi-finals but may not win the tournament. With no recent history with Cena, booking him in the final match seems unlikely.
### 2. Jey Uso
Jey Uso has a strong chance of winning the tournament and facing Cena in the final match, given their unfinished storyline. With a potential victory over Rusev on SmackDown, Uso is a frontrunner in the competition.
### 1. Gunther
Gunther has emerged as a top contender to win the tournament and challenge Cena in the final match. With a dominant performance in the first round and a match against Carmelo Hayes, Gunther is poised to make a statement in the tournament.
As the tournament progresses, the stakes are high, and the competition intensifies. With John Cena’s retirement looming, every match becomes crucial in determining who will have the opportunity to face the legendary champion in his last match. Stay tuned to witness the drama unfold in WWE’s The Last Time is Now tournament.
