Overview

• Lesnar dominated John Cena in under nine minutes at Wrestlepalooza, with Paul Heyman reintroduced on-screen to present him.
• Wrestling Observer–cited reports say WWE is intentionally booking Lesnar as overwhelmingly strong so a rising talent can later “slay” him.
• Names discussed in coverage as potential foils include Bron Breakker, Gunther and NXT standout Oba Femi.
• Fightful Select–sourced reporting indicates Lesnar may be off weekly television for a stretch, with returns expected around Royal Rumble 2026 and WrestleMania 42.
• Cena’s farewell run continues with a confirmed Crown Jewel match against AJ Styles, ahead of a planned retirement after December 2025.