Brock Lesnar’s WWE Comeback Adds Fuel to Janel Grant's Lawsuit as Legal Team Responds
The wrestling world was stunned when Brock Lesnar made his unannounced return at SummerSlam 2025, brutally ambushing John Cena to close out Night 2 of the blockbuster event. But the surprise return wasn’t just felt inside MetLife Stadium — it immediately reignited legal tensions outside the ring.
Within 24 hours, Janel Grant’s legal representatives issued a firm public statement to USA TODAY Sports condemning Lesnar’s reappearance, indirectly tying it to ongoing allegations within her high-profile lawsuit against WWE, Vince McMahon, and other parties.
“For far too long, abuse was allowed to thrive under WWE’s leadership,” the statement began. “Instead of righting this wrong, WWE has done nothing to ensure those responsible are held accountable... We look forward to the full set of facts, including those about Mr. Lesnar, coming out in a court of law where they belong.” - Grant’s legal representatives
The message didn’t mince words — Grant’s camp made it clear they believe WWE’s decision to feature Lesnar once again is indicative of a company unwilling to confront its past. While Lesnar is not the central figure in the lawsuit, his name has appeared in connection to certain allegations raised in an amended complaint filed earlier this year.
⚖️ Legal Fallout Could Hit WWE's Women’s Wrestling Push
The timing of Lesnar’s return comes at a delicate moment for WWE and its parent company, TKO Group Holdings, which has aggressively promoted its women's evolution over the past decade. With Naomi, Rhea Ripley, and Iyo Sky headlining major matches as of late, WWE has been pushing for parity — but Grant’s lawsuit and the backlash to Lesnar’s return could undercut those efforts, at least publicly.
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Behind the scenes, there was no expectation from internal sources that Brock Lesnar would appear at SummerSlam — not after being effectively frozen out of WWE programming since Vince McMahon’s legal controversies resurfaced. The fact that WWE moved forward with his return is raising eyebrows internally and externally, especially as Janel Grant’s legal team wasted no time using the moment to strengthen their narrative.
Grant’s attorneys appear to be seizing the opportunity to publicly connect the dots — portraying Lesnar’s return as WWE once again choosing star power over accountability. It’s a move that could complicate matters for WWE legally and PR-wise, especially as the case moves closer to court proceedings.
