During WWE SmackDown last night, Brock Lesnar launched a shocking assault on commentators Michael Cole and Corey Graves just before his match against John Cena at WWE Wrestlepalooza. The unexpected attack unfolded live in the arena, leaving fans and commentators stunned by Lesnar’s aggressive behavior.
Lesnar’s Sudden Attack on Commentary Team Disrupts SmackDown
As the show began, Michael Cole was called backstage for an interview with Brock Lesnar. When Cole removed his headset and started heading toward the backstage area, Lesnar unexpectedly appeared in the arena and grabbed Cole, hoisting him onto his shoulders before throwing him into the ring. The incident immediately threw the SmackDown broadcast into chaos.
Corey Graves rushed to intervene in a heroic attempt to protect his colleague. However, Lesnar redirected his aggression toward Graves, delivering a brutal F-5 finishing move. Meanwhile, Cole fled the scene to avoid further harm. This intense confrontation marked a sudden and violent escalation on SmackDown.
Michael Cole’s Shock and Plea During Lesnar’s On-Air Rampage
Following the attack, WWE shared footage on social media showing Michael Cole’s helplessness as he watched Graves suffer Lesnar’s second F-5. Cole could be heard pleading with Lesnar to stop the vicious assault as he yelled for him to cease his attack, but Lesnar ignored his demands and continued his onslaught.
Will Brock Lesnar keep this unhinged energy going at Wrestlepalooza when he faces @JohnCena???
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Lesnar’s Changed Persona Draws Mixed Reactions from Fans
WWE has been portraying Brock Lesnar as increasingly unrestrained during this current run, a sharp contrast to his previous persona between 2021 and 2023. During that period, Lesnar was affectionately called “Cowboy Brock” as he garnered fan support. Now, though, the audience’s reaction has turned sour, with audible boos and chants highlighting a clear divide between hero and villain in his feud with John Cena.
John Cena faces several more matches following Wrestlepalooza, but Lesnar has made it clear he intends to end Cena’s run swiftly. The Last Real Champion himself emphasized that even a trip to “Suplex City” won’t change his resolve ahead of their showdown.
What This Could Mean for WWE and Upcoming Matches
This shocking attack changes the tone for the upcoming Wrestlepalooza event, injecting tension and unease into the storyline between Lesnar and Cena. Fans can expect a fierce, unpredictable encounter as Brock Lesnar brings an aggressive edge that unsettles both commentators and viewers alike. The unsettling SmackDown moment sets the stage for what promises to be a highly charged match with serious implications for both superstars’ careers.
Will Brock Lesnar keep this unhinged energy going at Wrestlepalooza when he faces @JohnCena???
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