So, I was browsing through some wrestling news the other day, just killing time, you know? And I stumbled upon this headline that practically screamed “Brock Lesnar to Retire“. At first, I was like, “No way, not The Beast!” But then, I dug a little deeper.
I started by going through some recent articles. I found this piece from January 1st, 2025, saying Brock’s been off the radar since SummerSlam 2023. That’s a pretty long break, even for him. Then, I scrolled through another article from December 29, 2024. It mentioned something about health and reputation issues being the reason for his supposed retirement. They called it “allegedly,” which made me raise an eyebrow.
Next, I searched for what might happen if he really did retire. There’s talk about him possibly facing Bron Breakker at The Biggest Party of the Summer in Minneapolis. Breakker is apparently a big deal in the wrestling world. I watched some of his matches – the guy’s got talent.
Digging into Lesnar’s Past
- I reviewed his last big match at SummerSlam 2023. Apparently, there was a bit of a wardrobe malfunction, but the feud ended on good terms. Typical wrestling drama, right?
- Then I looked into his MMA career. He had some tough losses and health problems with something called diverticulitis, leading to his retirement in 2011. He did make a comeback at UFC 200 in 2016, but that ended in a no-contest because of some banned substance issue.
The Netflix Angle and Legal Troubles
I came across this update about WWE’s RAW going to Netflix in 2025 and how Brock wouldn’t be returning anytime soon. I got curious and searched for reasons. That’s when I hit the jackpot. I found out that earlier this year, creative plans for Lesnar were scrapped because his name popped up in a lawsuit by a former WWE employee, Janel Grant. It was some heavy stuff, not just your usual wrestling gossip.
Lesnar’s Perspective
I even found a quote where Lesnar compared wrestling to fighting, saying it was a job he wanted to be the best at. It kind of gave me a different perspective on the guy. He’s not just a beast; he’s got a work ethic.
So, after gathering all this info, it seems like Lesnar’s retirement might be the real deal. It’s a mix of his health, past issues, this lawsuit, and just the general wear and tear of being in the business. I mean, he’s not getting any younger. I guess all good things must come to an end, even for someone like Brock Lesnar. But hey, it’s just my take on it after a few hours down the internet rabbit hole. What do you guys think?
