“The Beast Incarnate” is back—and so is the backlash.
Brock Lesnar made a thunderous return to WWE Sunday night at SummerSlam, crashing John Cena’s retirement tour in jaw-dropping fashion. The 48-year-old former UFC and WWE champion hit the ring at MetLife Stadium, delivering a brutal F5 to Cena to close out the show—but not everyone was cheering.
🎤 Cena vs. Lesnar… Again?!
As Cena stood in the ring soaking up the SummerSlam spotlight, the crowd erupted when Lesnar’s entrance music hit. Gasps turned into roars as the hulking superstar stared down Cena in a tense faceoff. Moments later, Lesnar delivered a vicious F5, sending a clear message: he’s not here to play.
The moment instantly reignited one of WWE’s most iconic rivalries. And for Cena, who’s in the midst of a farewell run, this could be the ultimate final boss battle.
😬 The Lawsuit Still Looms
While many fans were hyped to see Lesnar back, others were stunned—and not in a good way.
Lesnar’s return comes just months after his name surfaced in the high-profile lawsuit filed by former WWE employee Janel Grant against Vince McMahon in early 2024.
In the amended legal filing, Grant claimed that Vince attempted to set up a sexual encounter between her and Lesnar during 2021 contract negotiations. While Lesnar is not named as a defendant, the lawsuit alleged that McMahon flew him to Connecticut specifically for this reason—though the encounter never took place.
Initially, Grant referred only to a “world-famous athlete and former UFC Heavyweight Champion.” Lesnar was publicly identified in February 2024, instantly linking him to one of WWE’s biggest scandals in years.
⚖️ WWE Fans Divided
After Sunday’s event, social media exploded.
“You really brought back Brock Lesnar during Cena’s retirement tour? We don’t want him.”
“Y’all forget fast. That man shouldn’t be anywhere near WWE right now.”
“It’s Cena vs. Lesnar one last time? I’m in.”
The reaction was a mix of nostalgia and outrage—proof that Lesnar’s legacy is now more complicated than ever.
👀 Triple H Says It Was Cena’s Call
According to WWE Chief Content Officer Triple H, Lesnar’s surprise return wasn’t just a company stunt—it was something John Cena actually asked for.
In a post-show interview, Triple H told Peacock:
“One of the first things I said to [Cena] is who do you want, and how, and we’re working through that.”
That means Cena may have handpicked Lesnar for one final match—possibly at WrestleMania or Survivor Series. But is the WWE Universe ready to get behind it?
⏳ What’s Next for “The Beast”?
WWE hasn’t confirmed when Brock Lesnar will appear again, or whether the Cena showdown is a one-off or the start of a storyline. But one thing is clear: his return has people talking—for better or worse.
With fans torn and controversy still looming, WWE may be walking a tightrope as they decide how to move forward.
📣 Sound Off: Should Lesnar Be Back?
Do you want to see Brock Lesnar battle John Cena one last time? Or should WWE be more careful about who it brings back during a storm of legal drama?
🗣️ Drop your thoughts in the comments and keep it locked on The Pop Radar for the latest on Brock, Cena, and all things SummerSlam.
