Overview

• UFC Hall of Famer Daniel Cormier said on the Mightycats podcast that Lesnar is on an internal TKO ban list and “in so much trouble.”
• Lesnar’s absence from WWE programming has extended since his loss to Cody Rhodes at SummerSlam 2023 with no subsequent appearances.
• In January 2025, an amended lawsuit by former WWE employee Janel Grant named Lesnar, accusing Vince McMahon of arranging a sexual encounter with her during contract negotiations.
• WWE has not addressed Lesnar’s status publicly, neither confirming his release nor hinting at a potential return to the ring.
• Lesnar has maintained strict media silence throughout his hiatus, leaving fans and industry insiders uncertain about his future in wrestling.