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Time of India
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Daniel Cormier defends long haired Brock Lesnar as WWE faces heat for comeback after lawsuit scandal
Daniel Cormier defends long haired Brock Lesnar as WWE faces heat for comeback after lawsuit scandal (Image via Getty) Brock Lesnar made a shocking return to WWE on August 3, 2025, at SummerSlam Night Two in MetLife Stadium, New Jersey. After being away since SummerSlam 2023, he surprised everyone by attacking John Cena, just minutes after Cena lost the Undisputed WWE Title to Cody Rhodes. UFC legends Daniel Cormier and Chael Sonnen spoke about Lesnar's comeback on Cormier's Mightycast podcast, noting how Lesnar's new long‑haired look and his sheer presence still make him a top star. They said it felt like Lesnar could still lead the WWE show. UFC legend Daniel Cormier and Chael Sonnen on Brock Lesnar's return Daniel Cormier and Chael Sonnen began their discussion by recalling Lesnar's entrance at SummerSlam Night Two. Cormier said the show 'delivered' when Lesnar came back. Sonnen agreed and noted that WWE tweaked Lesnar's appearance slightly adding long hair and the crowd loved it. He said: 'They pop for him … they tweaked him a little bit with the hair. I thought it worked.' Daniel Cormier added that Lesnar 'looked tremendous' and still seems like someone who 'could run the WWE.' His tone made it clear: even after two years away, Lesnar's presence feels dominant and very much in control. Brock Lesnar's comeback context and legal background Brock Lesnar had not appeared on WWE since he lost to Cody Rhodes at SummerSlam 2023. WWE pulled him from shows, including Royal Rumble 2024, after Brock's name surfaced in the Janel Grant lawsuit against Vince McMahon. Lesnar was mentioned in the amended complaint filed in February 2025. That legal issue had kept him off TV. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like The World's Oldest Living Actors. Reportingly Undo Also Read: 'Stop Practicing With Men': Andre Agassi's Father Once Blamed Male Practice Partners For Shocking Downfall Of Serena Williams And Venus Williams Daniel Cormier had even said Lesnar was on a 'banned list,' though it wasn't clear whether that was by UFC, WWE or TKO. Despite that, WWE legal cleared him for a return weeks before SummerSlam. His comeback was kept secret even WWE staff and media were told nothing. At the end of John Cena vs. CodyRhodes, as the crowd was still cheering, Brock Lesnar's music hit. He stormed the ring and hit Cena with his signature F‑5 finisher. Then he left without speaking. The show closed on that shocking moment. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
Newsweek
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
John Cena Breaks Silence On Brock Lesnar's Shocking WWE Return
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Just two days after being brutally attacked by the returning Brock Lesnar at SummerSlam, John Cena has broken his silence. In a new interview, the 17-time world champion seemed completely unfazed by the assault, suggesting it is all part of the plan for his final chapter in WWE. The shocking and controversial return of "The Beast Incarnate" came at the conclusion of SummerSlam Night Two. Lesnar stormed the ring and laid out Cena with an F5 after he had lost the Undisputed WWE Championship to Cody Rhodes. "They Deal 'Em, I Play 'Em" While speaking to Adam's Apple, John Cena was asked about the chaotic end to SummerSlam. He responded with his classic "company man" philosophy, indicating he is ready for whatever WWE has planned for his farewell tour. "I've been saying the same thing for 25 years. They deal 'em, I play 'em," Cena said (H/T to "I'm just really excited. We got like 12 of these things left." He acknowledged that the book is closing on his career, but WWE has to continue building its future. "They're just trying to make the most exciting show for the fans, man," he added. EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY - AUGUST 03: Brock Lesnar throws John Cena during the WWE 2025 SummerSlam at MetLife Stadium on August 03, 2025 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY - AUGUST 03: Brock Lesnar throws John Cena during the WWE 2025 SummerSlam at MetLife Stadium on August 03, 2025 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. John Cena's Controversial Wishlist Cena's calm acceptance of the situation appears to confirm what WWE's Chief Content Officer, Triple H, stated at the post-SummerSlam press conference. At the media scrum, Triple H heavily implied that Brock Lesnar's controversial return was specifically requested by John Cena himself as part of his "wishlist" for his final run. His return was a shocking and divisive decision, but WWE has framed it as the final chapter in a legendary rivalry, seemingly at the request of the retiring icon. The Final Chapter Of A Legendary WWE Rivalry The feud between John Cena and Brock Lesnar is one of the most violent and important of the modern era. Their infamous match at SummerSlam 2014 saw Lesnar completely demolish Cena in a one-sided beatdown to win the WWE World Heavyweight Championship. Lesnar's return to target Cena now sets the stage for an epic and brutal final encounter between the two legends. With Cena's retirement tour set to conclude at the end of 2025, this feud with his most dominant rival is poised to be one of the last and biggest programs of his storied career. A match between the two is now expected at the Clash in Paris premium live event later this month.
