Brock Lesnar’s retirement from WWE may not be as final as it appeared at WrestleMania 42. A new report from Wrestlevotes Radio suggests ‘The Beast Incarnate’ could return for one more match at SummerSlam 2026 in Minneapolis.
Lesnar left his gloves and boots in the ring after losing to Oba Femi at WrestleMania 42 Night 2, leading fans to believe he had retired. The symbolic gesture appeared to mark the end of his legendary career.
SummerSlam Return Speculation
As per to Wrestlevotes Radio via Fightful Select, there’s a strong belief within WWE that Lesnar genuinely retired at WrestleMania 42. However, some sources believe he could return for SummerSlam 2026 because of his Minnesota roots.
At least one WWE contact expressed hope that ‘The Beast’ would appear on the SummerSlam card, though nothing has been confirmed. Minneapolis holds special significance for the former WWE Champion, who was born and raised in the state.
Earlier Retirement Plans
Previous reports had indicated Lesnar’s retirement could take place at SummerSlam 2026 rather than WrestleMania. Fans speculated Gunther might be the one to end his career, with WWE planting seeds when the Ring General told Paul Heyman he owed him more than a “thank you” for facing Seth Rollins at WrestleMania 42.