Top three possible reasons why Brock Lesnar didn't appear at WWE Clash in Paris 2025

Brock Lesnar returned at WWE SummerSlam 2025

Brock Lesnar’s shocking return at SummerSlam, where he dropped John Cena with a devastating F-5, reignited one of WWE’s most legendary rivalries.

Many fans immediately assumed that Clash in Paris would host the next chapter of their feud, with Lesnar interfering in Cena’s showdown against Logan Paul. But when the event came and went without the Beast, speculation only grew louder.

So why did WWE hold back on Brock’s return? Here are three possible reasons why Lesnar didn’t appear at Clash in Paris 2025.

3. WWE may be saving his return for weekly television

One of the clearest reasons Lesnar didn’t show up in Paris is timing. His appearances are often used strategically to boost ratings and generate buzz, and WWE may want his next move to play out on RAW or SmackDown rather than on a premium live event.

If Lesnar had emerged at Clash in Paris, the surprise factor might not have landed as strongly. Fans were already expecting it, which could have dulled the impact. By holding off, WWE now has the chance to unleash the Beast in a moment where no one sees it coming, creating a bigger reaction and setting up Cena vs. Lesnar on their own terms.

2. WWE wouldn’t have wanted to steal the spotlight away from Logan Paul

Another key factor may have been Logan Paul’s performance. His match with John Cena was one of the highlights of the night, and even though he fell short, Paul once again proved that he belongs on the big stage.Had Brock Lesnar returned during or after that match, the conversation would have shifted entirely to him, overshadowing Paul’s showing. WWE made the right call in allowing Paul to share the spotlight with Cena, ensuring his efforts weren’t lost in the noise of a Lesnar comeback.

1. John Cena’s final European moment

Perhaps the biggest reason was John Cena himself. With his retirement tour underway, Clash in Paris marked what may be Cena’s last in-ring match in Europe. WWE wanted to give him a clean, memorable send-off in front of the international crowd.

After his crushing defeat to Cody Rhodes and a brutal F-5 at SummerSlam, Cena needed a victory to regain momentum. Letting him beat Logan Paul in Paris gave fans closure and allowed Cena to stand tall in what could be his final European outing.

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