Brock Lesnar WWE comeback stirred significant online debate following his recent victory at WWE’s Wrestlepalooza Premium Live Event (PLE), but Ricochet challenged the enthusiasm surrounding Lesnar’s return, questioning its impact amid a heated exchange on social media. Both Lesnar and Ricochet achieved notable wins during their respective weekend shows, with the WWE and AEW stars now trending in discussions about wrestling’s current landscape.
Weekend Wins Highlight Lesnar and Ricochet’s Contrasting Styles
The weekend saw Brock Lesnar, known as the Vanilla Gorilla, defeat John Cena at WWE’s first-ever Wrestlepalooza PLE, while Ricochet, Wrestling’s Resident Superhero, led The Demand to a trios victory over The Hurt Syndicate at AEW’s seventh annual All Out pay-per-view event. These battles took place over five years after their only WWE singles match at the 2020 Saudi Arabia Super ShowDown, where Lesnar retained the WWE Championship in a swift, dominant 90-second squash bout.
Ricochet has a complicated history sharing the ring with Lesnar. Their February 2020 Super ShowDown encounter came shortly after Ricochet confronted Paul Heyman on WWE RAW and challenged Lesnar, who had named himself the first Royal Rumble entrant claiming no suitable challenger existed for his WWE title. In the lead-up to the Super ShowDown, Lesnar hit Ricochet with a low blow, but Ricochet retaliated during the Royal Rumble match itself, halting Lesnar’s momentum with the same tactic.
This rivalry peaked with a memorable moment involving Lesnar, Ricochet, and Drew McIntyre, who ended up eliminating Lesnar with a Claymore kick and eventually won the Royal Rumble. Ricochet’s efforts earned him victories over Seth Rollins and Bobby Lashley on WWE RAW, avenging his loss to Lesnar, who later lost the WWE Championship to McIntyre at WrestleMania 36. Notably, Ricochet did not compete at WrestleMania 36.
Lesnar and Ricochet trended together again this week for the first time since 2020, sparking renewed fan conversations about the dynamic between AEW and WWE.
Ricochet Criticizes WWE’s Drawing Power and the ESPN Partnership
The WWE Wrestlepalooza event generated further controversy after an ESPN writer issued a harsh C-grade review, criticizing the matches shortly after WWE’s launch of a new Premium Live Event deal with ESPN. Ricochet seized this opportunity on social media to disparage WWE’s presentation while promoting the success of AEW All Out, which aired on the same day and received better fan and critical acclaim.
Ricochet tweeted,
I know our show was way better than a C. [face with tears of joy emoji] [crown emoji] #Ahaa.
His comment ignited a viral back-and-forth with fans, some of whom pointed out that key WWE stories, including Lesnar’s viral wardrobe malfunction on SmackDown, were largely being ignored by the audience.
“No One Gives a F**k?” Ricochet Questions Lesnar’s Return Impact
In response to the lack of buzz, Ricochet posted a blunt statement about Lesnar’s comeback, tweeting,
“What? Brock legit came back and no one gives a f**k?”
The remark quickly circulated, highlighting a divide in fan enthusiasm toward Lesnar’s return to WWE that contrasted with his previous star power.
Fans then probed Ricochet about whether he was comparing his own ability to draw viewers with Lesnar’s undeniable presence. He responded with measured respect for Lesnar’s stature, writing,
“Nope, he 100% is a much bigger draw than me. Good for him.”
This attempt to balance criticism with acknowledgement led some to accuse Ricochet of shifting his stance abruptly.
Ricochet’s Ongoing Social Media Battles Amid WWE Departure
Ricochet, the inaugural WWE Speed Champion, has remained vocal this year in his public criticisms of WWE, often sparking heated debates with both supporters and detractors online. His willingness to challenge WWE narratives and praise AEW alternatives reflects a broader tension between wrestlers who have moved on from WWE and the company’s evolving relationship with mainstream media outlets like ESPN.
The contrasting receptions of Brock Lesnar’s WWE comeback and Ricochet’s AEW successes underscore shifting fan allegiances and the increasingly fierce competition between major wrestling promotions. As WWE continues to build its brand through new partnerships and events like Wrestlepalooza, the industry’s landscape remains dynamic, with social media amplifying every feud and comment.
What? Brock legit came back and no one gives a fuck?
— Lightskin Kingpin (@KingRicochet) September 22, 2025
Nope, he 100% is a much bigger draw than me. Good for him.
— Lightskin Kingpin (@KingRicochet) September 22, 2025
