Brock Lesnar Shocks Fans with Surprise Return at WWE SummerSlam 2025

Brock Lesnar's Unexpected Comeback at SummerSlam

The atmosphere at WWE SummerSlam 2025 was electric as Brock Lesnar made a stunning return, leaving fans at The MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, and viewers worldwide in awe. This surprise comeback was kept under wraps, with no leaks prior to the event.

In the main event, Cody Rhodes successfully defended his Undisputed WWE Championship against John Cena. As Cena celebrated in the ring, Lesnar's music hit, prompting an explosive reaction from the crowd.

Wearing a cowboy hat and leather vest, Lesnar made his way to the ring, circling Cena before removing his hat and vest. At 48 years old, he charged at Cena and executed an F5, marking a dramatic end to the SummerSlam event.

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Lesnar's Absence and Legal Troubles

Brock Lesnar's return comes after a significant hiatus from WWE, the longest since he rejoined the organization in 2012. Speculation surrounded his future in wrestling due to ongoing legal issues that raised concerns about his potential retirement. However, WWE successfully negotiated his return, possibly setting the stage for a storyline with Cena as he approaches retirement.

Lesnar has not competed in WWE for two years, with his last match occurring at SummerSlam 2023, where he lost to Rhodes. He was embroiled in a lawsuit filed by Janel Grant in January 2024, which included allegations of inappropriate conduct involving Vince McMahon.

In July, former UFC champion Daniel Cormier mentioned that Lesnar was on a 'banned list' and facing serious issues. WWE Chief Content Officer Paul 'Triple H' Levesque indicated that they were open to Lesnar's return, suggesting that the legal matters have been resolved, paving the way for his comeback.