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WWE Survivor Series news: John Cena set for a sensational comeback as special guest referee for Brock Lesnar vs Jinder Mahal

The Leader of the Cenation reportedly to return as the official for the champion vs champion clash between Brock Lesnar and Jinder Mahal

WWE legend John Cena is set for a stunning return to WWE at Survivor Series.

The 16-time world champion has not competed in the ring since he was defeated by Roman Reigns at No Mercy in September.

 WWE legend John Cena is set for a stunning Survivor Series comeback this month
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WWE legend John Cena is set for a stunning Survivor Series comeback this monthCredit: Getty Images - Getty

Cena, 40, appeared to say his goodbyes to the crowd after the bout, similar to the Undertaker after his WrestleMania 33 exit.

He has since been in Hollywood working on his latest movie project while making a number of public appearances.

But have leaked an alleged WWE poster for this month's Survivor Series pay-per-view that implies The Leader of the Cenation will be back in the squared-circle at the extravaganza as a special guest referee.

And the match he dons the black and white stripes for will be none other than the champion versus champion clash between Brock Lesnar and Jinder Mahal.

 The 16-time world champ has not been seen since a crushing defeat to Roman Reigns at No Mercy
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The 16-time world champ has not been seen since a crushing defeat to Roman Reigns at No MercyCredit: WWE
 A poster leaked online claims he will be returning as a special guest referee
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A poster leaked online claims he will be returning as a special guest refereeCredit: Twitter @SuperfanSmilez

Although there is no word yet from WWE, the Twitter account has accurately leaked several posters prior to them being officially unveiled in the past.

It recently posted one for last month's WWE TLC PPV which featured The Shield on it before their reunion on Monday Night Raw.


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Although he is only expected to work for the company on a part-time basis, Cena has insisted that he will never fully retire from WWE.

According to , when asked the big question, he said: "No, never. They're family."

Cena has recently taken on a reduced role with the wrestling company due to an increased presence in Hollywood, including a role in the upcoming Transformers film Bumblebee.

The Survivor Series will see a number of superstars from Raw battle their counterparts from SmackDown.

 WWE world champion Jinder Mahal challenged Brock Lesnar to an epic clash
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WWE world champion Jinder Mahal challenged Brock Lesnar to an epic clashCredit: WWE
 Universal title holder Lesnar was only too happy to accept the challenge of a 'champion vs champion' match
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Universal title holder Lesnar was only too happy to accept the challenge of a 'champion vs champion' matchCredit: Alamy Live News
 John Cena looks like he will be made the special guest referee for the bout
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John Cena looks like he will be made the special guest referee for the boutCredit: WWE

The blue brand's champ Mahal issued a challenge to Raw's Universal Title holder Lesnar in a recent episode of SmackDown.

And the Beast was only too happy to accept - setting up the mouthwatering clash.

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