Brock Lesnar’s return to WWE opens up numerous match possibilities, including reviving planned bouts with GUNTHER or Dominik Mysterio. Although Lesnar is currently set to feud with John Cena, his future storylines remain flexible. Since TKO owns both WWE and UFC, there is potential to organize a long-awaited match between Lesnar and Jon Jones, a fight once hinted at within the UFC sphere.
Lesnar, a former UFC Heavyweight Champion, officially retired from mixed martial arts on June 21, 2025, earning induction into the UFC Hall of Fame’s Fight Wing. Despite this, he re-entered the UFC testing pool as of July 4, 2025, and remains listed as an active fighter on the UFC website, leaving the door open for future competition.
Following his victory over Daniel Cormier in July 2017, Jon Jones challenged Lesnar, but the bout never materialized, partly due to Jones’s suspension after a doping violation in August of that year. Although Jones returned to UFC in October 2018, the rivalry with Lesnar did not continue.
In September 2020, Dana White expressed interest in a Lesnar-Jones match, stating both athletes were eager for it. However, Lesnar later confirmed in 2022 that he preferred retiring from UFC competition since 2017. With both athletes currently available, TKO could use WWE events to stage a blockbuster showdown between these two former UFC champions, though these plans remain speculative.
Mixed reactions to Brock Lesnar’s WWE comeback
Lesnar’s reappearance at SummerSlam generated strong reactions, with the fan base divided. Some oppose his return amid the ongoing Vince McMahon lawsuit, feeling it is an inappropriate time for Lesnar’s comeback. Conversely, many fans are thrilled to see “The Beast” back in WWE’s spotlight.
Another source of excitement is the prospect of a final clash between Lesnar and John Cena. Lesnar’s 2012 return saw him dismantle Cena, marking a significant moment in his career. As Cena is on his retirement tour, it is expected that he will win the match, allowing WWE to capitalize on this high-profile encounter between two iconic wrestlers.
This potential match could take place at the upcoming Clash In Paris event, where Cena prominently features in the promotional material.
