Brock Lesnar recently returned to WWE, challenging John Cena at Wrestlepalooza and defeating him, which disappointed many fans eager for a rematch that reportedly will not happen. Although Lesnar’s future remains uncertain, WWE has confirmed his participation in Royal Rumble 2026 and WrestleMania 42, intensifying interest in his upcoming appearances. This Brock Lesnar off-script incident sheds light on his unpredictable approach inside the ring.
Matt Riddle Shares Brock Lesnar’s Unexpected Departure From Script
Former WWE Superstar Matt Riddle recounted an incident involving Brock Lesnar during an interview with TMZ Sports Inside The Ring. Riddle explained that Lesnar had a tendency to control his matches independently, diverging from planned sequences. He described a moment from events like Extreme Rules and the Elimination Chamber in Saudi Arabia, where Lesnar forgot his entrance order, punched a plexiglass door, and abruptly shortened the match by 15 minutes by taking unplanned offensive moves.
“I’ve worked with Brock a couple times — at Extreme Rules, Elimination Chamber in Saudi. He literally forgot what number he was supposed to come out, punched the plexiglass door, which isn’t super strong. Like, I can kick through it, but you’re not supposed to. And then he just bumrushed. He cut the match by 15 minutes. Because, like, he didn’t, he’s like, ‘Oh, sell.’ Like… F-5. He writes his own ticket, essentially.And then Paul Heyman pretended like it didn’t happen or was like, ‘Oh, that was my mistake.’ And it’s like, ‘no, it wasn’t’.. He just went into business for himself.”
Riddle further explained that despite Paul Heyman’s attempts to downplay the incident, it was clear Lesnar had taken control, prioritizing his own decisions over the scripted plan. This behavior reflects Lesnar’s reputation for dominance, not just physically, but in how he manages his performance.
The Background of Matt Riddle’s WWE Challenges
At the time of pushing for a match with Brock Lesnar, Matt Riddle was still part of WWE’s NXT development brand. Seeking a confrontation with one of WWE’s biggest names put Riddle in a difficult position with management, highlighting the struggles of younger wrestlers aiming to ascend to the main roster while dealing with established veterans like Lesnar.
Implications and Future Prospects for Brock Lesnar in WWE
Brock Lesnar’s off-script actions and his impactful victory over John Cena underscore his unpredictable and commanding role within WWE storylines. His confirmed appearances at major upcoming events such as the Royal Rumble 2026 and WrestleMania 42 suggest that WWE plans to continue leveraging his presence in high-profile matches. Fans and competitors alike will likely remain watchful for potential moments where Lesnar asserts control beyond the script, which could shift the dynamics of WWE programming.
