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Time of India
3 days ago
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- Time of India
'I'm happy to have him back': Paul Heyman defends Brock Lesnar's return to WWE
(Image via X) As Brock Lesnar is back on WWE after a long hiatus, and was seen on WWE SummerSlam, Paul Heyman, aka The Wiseman of WWE, has defended Brock Lesnar's return to WWE. The Beast Incarnate made a shocking return on the SummerSlam Premium Live Event, on the final day of the event, after two years. Lesnar had been away from the company for two years, following his name being linked to the Janel Grant-Vince McMahon lawsuit. His controversial return has raised several eyebrows; however, reports suggest that the WWE icon has received clearance from the company. His comeback received massive backlash, including from Janel Grant's representatives. Owing to this, Paul Heyman has recently defended Lesnar's return and addressed the criticisms. Paul Heyman defends Brock Lesnar's return to WWE Brock Lesnar's comeback has stirred controversy, and Paul Heyman has come up in support of Lesnar and defended his return to WWE during a recent interview with Ariel Helwani on August 7, 2025. During the interview on The Ariel Helwani Show , The Wiseman spoke about the decision to bring back The Beast Incarnate to WWE and how a deal was involved in it. Paul Heyman said, 'Okay. I mean, at least to my knowledge, I got tagged into it after the deal was done… What do you mean by deals? Well, he wasn't coming back on speculation. He is Brock Lesnar. Oh, I'm sure there's a new deal involved.' Speaking on criticism related to the comeback, he stated, 'No, I don't. I don't pay attention to it. He's here. That's a reality of the fact that he's here. And if you were in Metife Stadium on Sunday, to see Brock Lesnar come out and to see him F5 John Cena. Exclusive: Paul Heyman Defends Brock Lesnar's WWE Return, Seth Rollins Swerve, WWE-ESPN Deal He further spoke about the response WWE received from the audience; people were just going nuts. Um, that's our paying audience. They're happy to see him. I'm happy to be part of a team that presents him. Uh, everyone has criticism in life.' Defending Lesnar, he further said, 'Whatever that decision is based on, I respect it. If there are critics of it, get over it. He's here and he's going to be here. And you ain't going to be able to cancel him. And I'm happy to have him back because the audience is happy to have him back.' Brock Lesnar got a clearance from WWE four weeks before WWE SummerSlam Reports suggest that Brock Lesnar got a clearance from WWE four weeks before SummerSlam happened. Meanwhile, from the interview, it is also clear that WWE heavyweight wrestler has signed a new deal with the company for his comeback on the Premium Live Event. Earlier, Dave Meltzer of Wrestling Radio Observer took to X/Twitter and posted an update on his return. Also Read : Why is Brock Lesnar's WWE return stirring controversy? Janel Grant's rep reacts to the Beast's glorified comeback In the post he wrote, 'The latest on Brock Lesnar's WWE return: Four weeks ago, WWE Legal cleared him. I do know, everyone figured this out, but I can tell you also, factually, that the reason they didn't do the press conferences was because of this angle." Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
Time of India
19-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
WWE: Backstage updates on plans for SummerSlam PLE 2025
(Image via X/@WWE) After Nights of Champion and Evolution 2 PLE, WWE is back with another edition of SummerSlam Premium Live Event for the year 2025, adding much excitement and thrill amongst the fans and in the WWE Universe. Following WrestleMania 41, this will be the only event hosted for two consecutive days. According to WWE, SummerSlam PLE 2025 is scheduled to take place on August 2-3, 2025. The 38th edition of the show will emanate live from MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. Backstage reports on SummerSlam PLE 2025 As the SummerSlam 2025 PLE is just a few weeks away from happening, backstage reports have emerged recentl related to the much anticipated event. According to the latest Wrestling Observer Newsletter, the two-night WWE SummerSlam premium live event (PLE) was initially set to feature John Cena facing Cody Rhodes as the main event for night two, with discussions about an undecided stipulation at that time. The report further stated that Gunther was scheduled to compete against CM Punk on night one, which would have concluded with Seth Rollins cashing in his Money in the Bank contract. But, following Seth Rollins' injury at the Saturday Night's Main Event (SNME), his appearance in the event remains questionable. In addition to this, the announced matches from the planned lineup till now only include the Women's World Championship Match, Cody Rhodes vs. John Cena, Gunther vs. CM Punk, Tiffany Stratton vs. Jade Cargill, Randy Orton and Jelly Roll vs. Drew McIntyre and Logan Paul, Solo Sikoa vs. Jacob Fatu for the United States Championship in a Steel Cage Match, and Becky Lynch vs. Lyra Valkyria replacing Bayley. Updated lineup for WWE SummerSlam 2025 WWE has recently confirmed the detailed match card for the upcoming SummerSlam. Here's in detail of the confirmed lineup till the writing of this report for the WWE Premium Live Event: John Cena (c) vs Cody Rhodes - WWE Undisputed Championship Randy Orton & Jelly Roll vs Drew McIntyre & Logan Paul Tiffany Stratton (c) vs Jade Cargill - WWE Women's Championship Gunther (c) vs CM Punk - World Heavyweight Championship Roman Reigns vs. Bron Breakker Dominik Mysterio vs. AJ Styles for the WWE Intercontinental Championship Also Read : What is the real reason behind Solo Sikoa's car crash that led to his arrest? | WWE News - Times of India Charlotte Flair vs. Alexa Bliss Jey Uso vs. Bronson Reed A TLC match with SmackDown tag teams including Street Profits, Motor City Machine Guns, Wyatts, DIY, Fraxiom, and Angel and Berto Solo Sikoa and Jacob Fatu- United States Championship title Naomi (c) vs Iyo Sky vs Rhea Ripley - Women's World Championship Becky Lynch (c) vs Lyra Valkyria - Women's Intercontinental Championship Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
Time of India
17-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Randy Orton gets attacked by Drew McIntyre and Logan Paul in an interview on Jimmy Kimmel Live
(Image via X) Following the high-octane opening match between Randy Orton and Drew McIntyre at the recently held Saturday Night's Main Event (SNME), on July 12, 2025, at the State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia, tensions between the heavyweight champions have escalated as they will again lock horns at the upcoming SummerSlam Premium Live Event (PLE). Interestingly, the rivalry did not remain confined to the rings of WWE , but it has now reached the platform of a renowned talk show. This happened during an interview with WWE Superstar Randy Orton on Wednesday night's episode of Jimmy Kimmel Live, which was guest-hosted by country music star Jelly Roll, erupted into chaos. The segment saw interruptions from both Drew McIntyre and Logan Paul , which culminated in the guest host chokeslamming Paul through the show's interview table. Let's take a look at the chaotic situation more, and what transpired McIntyre to attack The Viper and Jelly Roll during the show. Randy Orton and Jelly Roll get brutally attacked on Jimmy Kimmel Live The segment on the Jimmy Kimmel Live show began when Randy Orton joined Jelly Roll to chat about WWE and the buzz building up to SummerSlam. The Viper reassured the host that he was all set for his upcoming match. He stated, 'We got each other's back, man. That's what we're in this together. At SummerSlam, we're gonna get ours.' by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Victoria Principal Is Almost 75, See Her Now Reportingly Undo But, the discussion took an interesting turn when Jelly mentioned Orton's ongoing feud with Drew McIntyre, who has been relentlessly going after Orton's friends lately. Orton confidently vowed to get back at him, telling fans that SummerSlam would be the moment McIntyre's mind games finally come to an end. Before Orton could continue, Drew McIntyre stormed inside uninvited, immediately taunting Jelly Roll in front of a live studio audience. After the conversation was quickly cut short by the arrival of Drew McIntyre . 'I come in peace,' McIntyre claimed, before turning his attention to Jelly Roll. McIntyre mocked Jelly's recent weight loss and sneered, 'You truly are an inspiration to trailer trash all across the world, brother,' McIntyre said. 'And I just want to know… after you lost all that weight, how did it feel to finally see your little Tootsie Roll for the first time in 20 years?' This heated exchange further escalated as he insulted Orton to step in, saying, 'Nobody flew here to see you act like a prick. Wrong time, wrong place,' Orton warned. The two WWE Superstars then came to blows, brawling out of the studio and into the backstage area as Jelly Roll attempted to regain control of his show. Logan Paul adds fuel to the fire This feud did not end here, the show was interrupted a second time by Logan Paul . Attacking Roll again, Paul immediately began berating the host. 'You a late-night talk show host? You a wrestler? You a country star?' Paul taunted. 'I told you this, Mr. Dummy roll, stay in your lane, stupid… I'll tell you what you are. You my friend, are a greasy redneck prison rat.' Paul then slapped Jelly Roll across the face and declared, 'There's your receipt, stupid. Hey, congrats. It's Logan Paul's show now, a real superstar.' The country music star did not hold himself and launched a hard-hitting slap at Paul back with force before grabbing him by the throat and delivering a massive chokeslam through the glass interview table, shattering it and leaving Paul lying as the show went off the air. Also Read : Jelly Roll opens up about his WWE journey and his training session for SummerSlam 2025 | WWE News - Times of India The chaotic segment on network television served as a serious intrigue to WWE's upcoming SummerSlam storyline development. The brawl between Orton and McIntyre directly fuels their rivalry, which will see an end when they face each other in a one-on-one match at the show next month. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
