Triple H, Cody Rhodes & Paul Heyman weigh in on Brock Lesnar's WWE return

Brock Lesnar made his earth-shattering return at WWE SummerSlam 2025!

Brock Lesnar is back in WWE, and if the reaction at MetLife Stadium was any indication, it’s the kind of return WWE fans weren’t expecting, but one they’re clearly embracing.

It all started with a simple call. WWE President Nick Khan and Chief Content Officer Paul “Triple H” Levesque reached out to Lesnar weeks ago with a direct message: “It’s time to come home.” According to WWE insiders, Brock didn’t hesitate. “Let’s do it,” he replied. The Beast was back in business.

Triple H is ‘thrilled’ about Brock Lesnar’s return

Triple H echoed that sentiment on ESPN’s Get Up while discussing WWE’s new premium live event deal. When asked what’s next for Lesnar, Levesque didn’t overcomplicate it. “Have you met Brock?” he laughed. “He sort of does whatever the hell he wants.”

For WWE, this isn’t just a nostalgic pop. It’s a statement. Lesnar F-5’d John Cena on his return, making sure the moment felt seismic.

Triple H added, “It’s a massive, massive moment. Something fans didn’t think they’d get again. And we’re thrilled.”

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Cody Rhodes views Brock Lesnar as the blueprint for blending sports and entertainment

WWE Champion Cody Rhodes also weighed in during his appearance on ESPN’s SportsCenter, drawing attention to Lesnar’s athletic pedigree.

Speaking on SportsCenter, Rhodes pointed out, “Brock is a NCAA Champion, UFC Heavyweight Champion, he fits perfectly with where WWE is going. We’re merging sport with entertainment, and Brock is the blueprint.”

Paul Heyman shuts down the critics

But not everyone sees it as purely celebratory. Brock Lesnar‘s return is happening amid lingering questions tied to Vince McMahon’s exit and lawsuit controversies that have rocked the company. While none of WWE’s top brass addressed those matters directly, the decision to bring Lesnar back hasn’t gone unnoticed by critics.

Paul Heyman, Lesnar’s longtime on-screen advocate and real-life business partner, spoke candidly on The Ariel Helwani Show.

“Everything in life is met with criticism, If you were at MetLife, you’d understand. The crowd went nuts. That’s the only verdict that matters.

If we brought him back and the audience rebelled, I’d be the first to say something. But they didn’t. They cheered. That’s why he’s here.”

Indeed, the strategy seems clear. WWE is banking on Lesnar’s pull among fans, and history shows that bet often pays off. With deals like ESPN’s in motion and TKO’s latest financials looking strong, the machine is humming along.

Whether fans are cheering for The Beast or questioning the timing, WWE knows exactly what it’s doing. Lesnar’s return isn’t just a storyline. It’s a business decision. And in 21st-century WWE, business always comes first.

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