UFC Hall of Famer, former two-division champion, and commentator Daniel Cormier recently discussed Brock Lesnar’s situation with WWE. Lesnar was mentioned in a sex trafficking lawsuit filed last January by Janelle Grant against Vince McMahon, John Laurinite, and WWE. Although Lesnar wasn’t officially identified in the original complaint, allegations claim that during WWE contract talks in 2022, McMahon facilitated Grant’s involvement with Lesnar as part of his exploitation under McMahon’s leadership.
Cormier shared his views on Lesnar’s standing with WWE during an appearance on Demetrious Johnson’s podcast, “The Mightycast.” He said, “Brock played us,” explaining that WWE paid Lesnar more to keep him in the company, even though UFC considered matching him against Cormier. Lesnar was a huge star who prioritized making money but also held back competition. Cormier recalled how Lesnar’s presence influenced fight scenarios, saying Lesnar chose to stay with WWE for financial reasons.
When Johnson speculated if Lesnar might be on a banned list, Cormier confirmed that Lesnar had serious trouble, although he didn’t reveal specifics. Lesnar last appeared in WWE at SummerSlam 2023, where he lost to Cody Rhodes. Plans for his 2024 return were reportedly canceled due to allegations against him.
Fan Take: This revelation about Brock Lesnar’s legal troubles and WWE status could significantly impact WWE’s future storylines and talent dynamics. For fans, it raises questions about accountability in the wrestling industry and the long-term consequences for top stars involved in serious controversies.
