Lesnar returns at Wrestlepalooza as part-time WWE draw through 2026

Brock Lesnar returned to WWE in a brief, one-sided appearance at Wrestlepalooza, where he defeated John Cena, and the company appears to be positioning him as a part‑time attraction for major events through 2026. WWE has reportedly kept Lesnar off weekly television programming following the match while listing him for key premium live events next year, and a separate announcement confirmed his inclusion in an upcoming WWE 2K25 downloadable content pack tied to Cena’s farewell tour.

Lesnar’s Wrestlepalooza victory was his first televised in‑ring appearance since returning last month, and reports say WWE intends to use him sparingly on Raw and SmackDown, consistent with his historical part‑time schedule. Internally, the company has tentatively scheduled Lesnar for the 2026 Royal Rumble in Saudi Arabia and WrestleMania 42 in Las Vegas, and his image has been featured on promotional material for WrestleMania 42, signaling that the company plans to continue promoting him as a major draw.

Industry reporting also indicates Lesnar is slated to compete at this year’s Survivor Series on November 29 in San Diego, participating in the men’s WarGames match. The reported matchup would place...