Backstage News on How Brock Lesnar’s Return Came Together – Brock Lesnar’s stunning return at SummerSlam has ignited major buzz, but it didn’t come without months of behind-the-scenes complications. A new report from Fightful Select reveals that WWE had long ruled out a comeback for “The Beast Incarnate,” only shifting its stance in recent weeks leading up to the event.
A Firm “No Return” Policy for Lesnar in 2024
Throughout most of 2024, WWE made it clear internally that Lesnar was not expected to return. The report states that company officials went as far as telling employees that Lesnar was not to be included in any video packages or promotional material, a restriction that reportedly also applied to Vince McMahon. A WWE higher-up told Fightful that a Lesnar return was “not happening any time soon.” That policy remained in effect for over a year before recent developments changed WWE’s approach.
What Lesnar’s “Clearance” Actually Means
Earlier this summer, some reports indicated that WWE’s legal team had “cleared” Lesnar for a return, leading to confusion among fans about whether that meant he was no longer implicated in the Janel Grant lawsuit. However, Fightful clarifies that this clearance was strictly a business decision, allowing Lesnar to return to TV, and does not reflect any legal exoneration. Lesnar remains named in the lawsuit, and Grant’s legal team has stated they expect further developments regarding his involvement during the discovery phase.
What’s Next for Lesnar and Cena
Lesnar made his return by ambushing John Cena at SummerSlam, launching what appears to be the first chapter of Cena’s highly-publicized retirement tour. WWE has confirmed that Lesnar is scheduled to appear on this Friday’s SmackDown in Montreal, marking his first weekly TV appearance in over two years. The appearance will likely serve as the official kickoff to Lesnar vs. Cena, a high-profile program expected to dominate the road to Survivor Series.
Backstage News on How Brock Lesnar’s Return Came Together
