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5d ago

Reports Point to Possible Brock Lesnar Appearance on Friday’s SmackDown in Chicago

Reporting points to internal discussions of a Lesnar cameo to bolster the Chicago episode ahead of a billed Wrestlepalooza finale with John Cena.

Apr 3, 2022; Arlington, TX, USA; Roman Reigns (black pants) and Brock Lesnar (black shorts) wrestling during their championship unification bout during WrestleMania at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images.
Feb 1, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Jey Uso and John Cena during the Men’s Royal Rumble match during the WWE Royal Rumble at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images.
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Overview

  • Fightful Select reports Lesnar was scheduled to arrive in Chicago on Thursday and was discussed internally as a possible on-air appearance for the Sept. 5 show.
  • WWE is reportedly looking to load up the Chicago SmackDown, according to the same reporting.
  • Lesnar has not appeared on WWE TV since his surprise SummerSlam return on Aug. 3, when he attacked John Cena.
  • Lesnar is advertised for the Sept. 12 and 19 SmackDowns, with a Sept. 20 Wrestlepalooza match against Cena billed as the final chapter of their rivalry as part of Cena’s 2025 farewell tour.
  • WrestleVotes has reported that Friday’s episode could be John Cena’s final appearance on SmackDown.