On the September 22nd edition of WWE RAW, Paul Heyman sidestepped inquiries about his status with Brock Lesnar, avoiding a direct answer despite recent developments. Fans have been eager for clarity after Heyman reunited with Lesnar during the September 20th Wrestlepalooza event, which sparked speculation about their renewed partnership.
Heyman Reunites with Lesnar Despite Past Betrayals
A week before his appearance on RAW, Paul Heyman and Brock Lesnar appeared together again, surprising fans given Heyman’s previous betrayal of Lesnar in favor of Roman Reigns. Their reunion at Wrestlepalooza marked a significant moment, as Heyman had been aligned with Seth Rollins’ faction, the “Vision.” This unexpected pairing raised questions about where Heyman’s loyalties now lie.
Heyman Avoids Direct Response on RAW
When WWE correspondent Byron Saxton posed a straightforward question about Heyman’s relationship with Brock Lesnar on RAW, Heyman, a Hall of Famer known as “The Oracle,” deliberately deflected. Rather than addressing the query, he shifted the conversation to Seth Rollins, asserting confidently that Rollins would defeat Cody Rhodes at the upcoming Crown Jewel event.
“You know, in this day and age, for a journalist to ask a question rooted in fact with no agenda, with no partisanship, I applaud you sir. A direct question like that, deserves a direct answer. Therefore, my answer is, Yes, at Crown Jewel, Seth Rollins will defeat Cody Rhodes for the Crown Jewel Championship.” Paul Heyman, WWE RAW, September 22, 2025
This refusal to acknowledge the current relationship with Lesnar disappointed fans looking for insight, adding tension to the ongoing storyline. Social media users highlighted Heyman’s avoidance, with The Movement – Pro Wrestling tweeting about the incident during RAW.
Paul Heyman is asked about his relationship with Brock Lensar, but completely dodges the question and talks about how Seth Rollins is going to beat Cody Rhodes at Crown Jewel. #WWERAW
— The Movement – Pro Wrestling (@TheMovementXx) September 22, 2025
Heyman’s Previous Statements About Lesnar’s Role
Following the Wrestlepalooza reunion, Heyman took to X (formerly Twitter) to speak cryptically about Brock Lesnar’s nature and purpose. His words reinforced Lesnar’s intimidating persona while avoiding specific details about their alliance. Heyman described Lesnar as a force that evokes fear rather than joy.
“I really am an ORACLE. The night after BRRRRROCK LESNAR Conquered The Streak, I told you … ‘Brock Lesnar is not here to put smiles on people’s faces. Brock Lesnar is here to put tears in the eyes of children!” Paul Heyman, X (Twitter) Post, September 2025
Although this statement hints at Lesnar’s ruthless character, Heyman has remained tight-lipped on confirming any formal partnership, leaving fans and commentators to guess about the future dynamics between them.
Implications for WWE Storylines and Upcoming Events
Heyman’s evasiveness adds an element of uncertainty to WWE’s ongoing narratives, especially with Crown Jewel approaching. His role as an advocate and strategist, particularly involving Seth Rollins and Cody Rhodes, appears firm for the time being. However, with Lesnar’s involvement now reignited, tensions in upcoming matches could escalate.
Meanwhile, fans are also tuning in to other potential story arcs, such as the teased dream match involving John Cena before his retirement, which adds further excitement amidst the shifting alliances.
How Paul Heyman navigates his connections with both Brock Lesnar and Seth Rollins in the coming weeks will be closely watched by fans eager to see where his true allegiance lies. This ongoing ambiguity may heighten dramatic tension, shaping WWE programming as Crown Jewel approaches.
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Paul Heyman is asked about his relationship with Brock Lensar, but completely dodges the question and talks about how Seth Rollins is going to beat Cody Rhodes at Crown Jewel. #WWERAW pic.twitter.com/GSnxN9qETZ
— The Movement – Pro Wrestling (@TheMovementXx) September 22, 2025
