Brock Lesnar ends speculation, returns to SummerSlam 2025 to F5 John Cena
Brock Lesnar has been a topic of discussion before every main event in
WWE
, amid his absence, with speculation of his return to the roster always imminent. Now, the Beast has ended all the speculation once and for all, as he made his big return to the company to deliver an F5 to
John Cena
, teasing a future fight between the two WWE veterans.
Brock Lesnar returns to WWE at
SummerSlam 2025
In a shocking twist at the end of WWE SummerSlam 2025 – Night 2, Brock Lesnar made his thunderous return to WWE, ending months of speculation about his future. Just moments after
Cody Rhodes
defeated John Cena in a brutal, action-packed Street Fight to win the Undisputed WWE Championship, Lesnar stormed the scene. He circled the ring like a predator before hoisting Cena onto his shoulders and planting him with a devastating F5.
For nearly a year, Lesnar had been absent from WWE programming, fueling rumors about retirement or a possible departure.
His name had surfaced in the Janel Grant lawsuit involving Vince McMahon, leading WWE's top legal brass to pull him from television. As reported by Dave Meltzer, the decision came 'at the highest level of the company's legal department' (per wrestlingnews.co). But with his appearance at MetLife Stadium on August 4, Lesnar reignited his long-time rivalry targeting Cena.
The crowd erupted in disbelief as Lesnar's music hit.
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Cena, still recovering from his emotional torch-passing moment with Rhodes, didn't see it coming. Lesnar's F5 was a challenge thrown at WWE legend's legacy.
Undisputed WWE Championship, Street Fight: John Cena (c.) vs. Cody Rhodes was action-packed
SummerSlam 2025's second night was already stacked with six championship matches, and the main event did not disappoint. Cody Rhodes and John Cena delivered a violent masterpiece of near-falls, finishers, and raw emotion. Cena used crutches from NBA star Tyrese Haliburton as weapons.
Rhodes answered with classic Dusty-style offense, including the Bionic Elbow. Tables shattered. Steel steps flew. Fans were on the edge of their seats when Cena countered a title shot attempt and nearly sealed it with a super AA.
But in the end, it was Rhodes who overcame the odds, surviving multiple Attitude Adjustments and finally hitting a flying Cross Rhodes through a table for the pin. Cena, in a rare display of humility, handed over the title and whispered heartfelt words to the new champion.
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As fans thought the night had reached its emotional peak, Lesnar's return altered the narrative. 'The Beast' didn't need words, as with his silence, the F5 said it all. Cena's retirement tour has become more exciting for fans.
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