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In what might become one of the most talked-about WWE moments of 2025, Brock Lesnar’s shocking return at SummerSlam sent shockwaves through the wrestling world. But while the thunderous reception for "The Beast Incarnate" may have dominated headlines, an intriguing backstage revelation has fans asking a bold question: Did John Cena make it happen?
A shocking return with no questions asked
SummerSlam 2025 was already destined to be one of WWE's landmark events, but Lesnar’s return stole the spotlight. Making his first appearance since stepping away amid serious off-ring controversies, Lesnar re-entered the scene with his trademark unpredictability — attacking John Cena after the main event and possibly setting the stage for one final, epic encounter between the two legends.
Yet this blockbuster moment came without any follow-up from the media. WWE ditched its traditional post-show press conference format, replacing it with a more controlled panel featuring company-affiliated personalities like Joe Tessitore, Big E, and Peter Rosenberg. The move was widely seen as strategic, allowing WWE officials and talent to avoid uncomfortable questions surrounding Brock Lesnar’s return and other headline-sensitive topics.
Triple H breaks silence on Brock Lesnar’s comeback
Chief Content Officer Paul “Triple H” Levesque didn’t entirely dodge the subject. On the panel, he couldn’t ignore the crowd’s deafening reaction and Lesnar’s seismic presence.
“My reaction was exactly what I thought it was going to be — if there had been a roof on this place, it wouldn’t be there anymore,” Triple H said.
“The dynamic in the room changes when The Beast is here... Seeing Brock Lesnar comeback, anything you thought was happening sort of all goes out the window because the factor of Brock now just changes that dynamic. It makes it so unpredictable.”
But then came the real headline — a strong hint that Brock Lesnar’s return may have been orchestrated not by management alone, but by none other than John Cena.
John Cena’s “wishlist” and the final chapter
While reflecting on Cena’s impending retirement, Triple H revealed a conversation that could shift the narrative around Lesnar’s re-entry into WWE.
“For me, this is sort of… this is John Cena’s wishlist… it’s him writing the last chapter of his book... One of the very first things I said to him was ‘Who do you want, and how?’ and we’re working through that.”
The implication is clear: Cena may have hand-picked Lesnar for his farewell feud, a final battle between two titans whose careers have been deeply intertwined since their early days in OVW. With Cena looking to script the closing moments of his storied WWE run, Lesnar — a man he respects despite past rivalries — may have been the perfect choice.
Paris showdown incoming?
Though unconfirmed, WWE is rumored to be planning John Cena vs. Brock Lesnar for its upcoming premium live event in Paris. The choice of an international venue may be intentional, aiming to gauge broader fan reception to Lesnar amid ongoing scrutiny.
Whether Cena truly initiated Lesnar’s return or simply embraced the opportunity remains unclear. What’s undeniable, though, is the gravity of their next confrontation — one that could define Cena’s legacy and Lesnar’s controversial second act.
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