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John Cena sets the record straight on Brock Lesnar rumor

After it was implied that John Cena requested Brock Lesnar’s WWE return after two years due to him being linked to the Janel Grant lawsuit against Vince McMahon, the 17-time world champion doubled down on his past comments.

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WWE Rumors: When John Cena vs Brock Lesnar Is Expected To Take Place

After a two-year period away from the WWE, Brock Lesnar returned to the company on night two of this year's Summerslam from inside MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.

Wrestling News / Wrestling on SI / August 12

Cody Rhodes Addresses Possibility Of A Trilogy Match With Roman Reigns

Cody Rhodes and Roman Reigns are forever etched together in WWE history due to their two main event championship matches at WrestleMania 39 and WrestleMania 40.

Seth Rollins News / The Sportster / August 12

How Seth Rollins’ Fake Injury Angle Was Received Backstage; Two WWE Stars Liked It

Seth Rollins pulled off 'the Ruse of the Century' at SummerSlam to become World Heavyweight Champion but his injury angle appears to have frustrated many of the WWE roster behind closed doors.

Triple H News / Wrestling on SI / August 12

John Cena Sets Record Straight On Choosing His Final WWE Opponent

The identity of John Cena's final opponent remains a mystery, but the days before we all find out who it will be are falling off the calendar fast. The Never Seen 17-Time World Champion has less than a dozen appearances left in his farewell tour, and far fewer matches most likely.

Wrestling News / Last Word On Sports / August 12

The MFTs Invade 8/11 WWE Monday Night Raw

Ever since Roman Reigns created the Bloodline four years ago, they’ve run wild in WWE. They show up when they want, where they want, and create absolute chaos for everyone in their way.

Becky Lynch News / Wrestling on SI / August 12

The Wonder Years Frontman Details Becky Lynch's Emotional Response To New Theme Song

For the first time in over a decade, WWE Women's Intercontinental Champion Becky Lynch debuted new theme music at WWE SummerSlam. A song custom made for The Man by alternative American rock band The Wonder Years.

Wrestling News / Last Word On Sports / August 12

Why Logan Paul is Facing John Cena at WWE Clash in Paris

On Night 2 of SummerSlam last Sunday, John Cena shockingly lost his Undisputed WWE Championship to Cody Rhodes before getting attacked by Brock Lesnar.

Wrestling News / Athlon Sports / August 12

WWE Raw Ending Sets Stage for New Title Fight at Clash in Paris

Monday’s episode of WWE Raw set the stage for a major world title showdown at Clash in Paris at the end of August. In the opening segment, LA Knight interrupted CM Punk’s promo to acknowledge that Punk had been wronged by Seth Rollins and his fake injury, claiming Punk deserved another title opportunity.

John Cena News / Athlon Sports / August 12

John Cena Addresses Speculation On His Final WWE Opponent

John Cena has kept quiet about who will stand across from him in his last WWE match, set for December in Boston, but that will only fuel speculation as the legendary wrestler approaches his final in-ring appearance at the end of the year.

Seth Rollins News / Total Apex Sports / August 12

Seth Rollins Just Pulled the Ultimate Power Move – And Now He’s About to Get Absolutely Demolished

Well, well, well. Look who’s suddenly feeling the heat after pulling off the most opportunistic championship grab since… well, since the last time someone did exactly this in WWE.

Wrestling News / FirstSportz / August 12

Cody Rhodes Casts Doubt on Potential Trilogy Match with Roman Reigns

If there’s one rivalry that has defined WWE’s modern era, it’s undoubtedly Cody Rhodes vs. Roman Reigns. The two megastars have stood as the company’s ultimate babyface-and-heel pairing, headlining back-to-back, record-breaking WrestleMania events.

Wrestling News / FirstSportz / August 12

WWE to Counter AEW: All Out with Mega John Cena vs. Brock Lesnar Clash in September: Reports

As per POST Wrestling, WWE will imminently announce a premium live event for September 20 in Indianapolis to counter-program AEW’s All Out pay-per-view, slated for an 8 pm EST start time on the same night.

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Seth Rollins News / FirstSportz / August 12

Seth Rollins to Defend His World Title in a Blockbuster Fatal-4-Way Match at Clash in Paris

On August 31, live from the Paris La Défense Arena, Seth Rollins will put his World Heavyweight Championship on the line in a Fatal-4-Way showdown at WWE Clash in Paris.

Wrestling News / Fights Around The World / August 12

RAW on Netflix: The Vision Destroys CM Punk & Fatal Four Way for Clash In Paris Announced

RAW was in Quebec City tonight in front of a live crowd at the Videotron Centre—so, that means the heels played the ‘French angle’ to get the early crowd heat (see Paul Heyman).

Wrestling News / Yardbarker / August 11

ESPN and WWE's splurge could change sports entertainment landscape

ESPN and WWE announced a landmark rights deal on Aug. 6 that will make ESPN the exclusive U.S. domestic home for all WWE Premium Live Events starting in 2026, including the two-night spectacle WrestleMania.

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Eric Bischoff News / NY Fights / August 11

Eric Bischoff Reveals That He Recently Made Amends With CM Punk

CM Punk has a huge fan base, but at the same time, he has a lot of haters. Some fans just don’t like him due to his general attitude. Others feel betrayed by Punk for leaving WWE/AEW, think he’s not a good influence for the locker room, or even see him as a hypocrite.

Wrestling News / Last Word On Sports / August 11