UFC and WWE legend Brock Lesnar announces his retirement from the ring.

B. Lesnar is a former UFC heavyweight champion. Photo: Reproduction/Facebook @thebrocklesnar

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The professional career of one of the most remarkable figures to step into the UFC octagon has come to an end. Last Sunday (19), Brock Lesnar He announced his retirement from WWE wrestling after participating in Wrestlemania 42, the main event promoted by the world's largest pro-wrestling organization. The Beast, who also reigned in the world of MMA as UFC heavyweight world champion (up to 120,2 kg), was defeated by Oba Femi on the second night of the show.

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After the match concluded, Lesnar broke protocol by becoming emotional and leaving his gloves and boots in the center of the ring, before bidding farewell to the audience and leaving the arena accompanied by Paul Heyman, one of his partners in storylines promoted by the organization. Despite the emotional atmosphere, many fans around the world believe that the retirement was a bluff, as the "ideal" moment for Brock's career to end would be at another major WWE event, Summerslam.

My Theory on Brock Lesnar's Retirement:

– WWE is deliberately avoiding the word “retired.” Instead, they keep asking “What's next for The Beast?”
– They want fans to believe he's done, but he actually isn't.
– Gunther has a favor to ask from Paul Heyman. He'll push and torture... pic.twitter.com/DpwBAXldx

— Ceaser Wrestling (@CeaserWrestles) April 20, 2026

The second largest pay-per-view event promoted by the company, Summerslam has existed since 1988 and this year will take place in Minneapolis, Lesnar's hometown. Furthermore, the American's debut in the world's largest pro-wrestling organization happened at a Summerslam event. The event will take place between August 1st and 2nd.

Brock Lesnar was the UFC champion.

B. Lesnar (pictured) has been retired from MMA since 2016. Photo: Josh Hedges/UFC

After years as one of WWE's top stars, Brock Lesnar He turned his attention to MMA in 2007, being signed by the UFC the following year. Despite being surpassed by Frank mir In his debut, he bounced back with a victory against Heath Hearring, which earned him a shot at the heavyweight title (up to 120,2 kg) against the legendary Randy Couture.

Lesnar defeated the veteran by knockout in the second round and, just like in Vince McMahon's company, became a star under Dana White's tutelage, even headlining UFC 100 in a rematch with... Frank mir, defeated by the Beast via technical knockout in a great performance. He would still defend the title against Shane carwin before being dethroned by Cain Velazquez.