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Newsweek
5 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Fans React To WWE's Greatest SummerSlam Matches List
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Ahead of this weekend's massive two-night SummerSlam event, WWE has officially concluded its countdown of the 25 greatest matches in the history of the show. The iconic Intercontinental Championship match between Bret "The Hitman" Hart and "The British Bulldog" Davey Boy Smith from 1992 has claimed the coveted top spot. The countdown has been playing out on WWE's digital platforms over the past several weeks. The final reveal celebrates a bout that is widely considered to be one of the greatest matches in company history. The Greatest SummerSlam Match Ever The main event of SummerSlam 1992 was a masterclass in storytelling, held in front of over 80,000 passionate fans at London's Wembley Stadium. The match was for the Intercontinental Championship, marking one of the rare times the title headlined a major pay-per-view. The storyline was deeply personal, as it pitted two brothers-in-law against each other, with Bret's sister and Bulldog's wife, Diana Hart, torn between them at ringside. In a legendary performance, Bret Hart carried an exhausted British Bulldog through a 25-minute technical classic, culminating in Bulldog winning the title in his home country in an incredibly emotional moment. Rounding Out The Top Five The rest of the top five is a showcase of legendary encounters from different eras. The number two spot went to the 2016 dream match between John Cena and AJ Styles, a bout that saw Styles score a clean, star-making victory over the face of the company. NEW YORK, NY - AUGUST 23: General atmosphere at the WWE SummerSlam 2015 at Barclays Center of Brooklyn on August 23, 2015 in New York City. NEW YORK, NY - AUGUST 23: General atmosphere at the WWE SummerSlam 2015 at Barclays Center of Brooklyn on August 23, 2015 in New York City. More news: WWE Superstar Announces Retirement Match Bret Hart featured heavily at the top of the list. His 1991 technical masterpiece against Mr. Perfect, where he won his first Intercontinental Championship, was ranked number three. His classic 1994 steel cage match against his brother, Owen Hart, for the WWF Championship, came in at number five. The number four spot was claimed by the brutal "The Best vs. The Beast" No Disqualification match from 2013 between CM Punk and Brock Lesnar. That match was the violent culmination of Paul Heyman's betrayal of CM Punk. The Full List Here is the complete list of WWE's 25 greatest matches in SummerSlam history: 25. Cody Rhodes vs. Brock Lesnar (2023) 24. Seth Rollins vs. John Cena (2015) 23. The Undertaker vs. Bret Hart (1997) 22. Brock Lesnar vs. Seth Rollins (2019) 21. Bianca Belair vs. Becky Lynch (2022) 20. Randy Orton vs. Christian (2011) 19. Brock Lesnar vs. The Undertaker (2015) 18. Jeff Hardy vs. CM Punk (2009) 17. Steve Austin vs. Kurt Angle (2001) 16. Rey Mysterio vs. Eddie Guerrero (2005) 15. Brock Lesnar vs. Roman Reigns vs. Samoa Joe vs. Braun Strowman (2017) 14. The Rock vs. Triple H (1998) 13. John Cena vs. CM Punk (2011) 12. Roman Reigns vs. Brock Lesnar (2022) 11. John Cena vs. Daniel Bryan (2013) 10. The Undertaker vs. Edge (2008) 9. Shawn Michaels vs. Razor Ramon (1995) 8. The Rock vs. Brock Lesnar (2002) 7. Shawn Michaels vs. Triple H (2002) 6. The Hardy Boyz vs. Dudley Boyz vs. Edge & Christian (2000) 5. Bret Hart vs. Owen Hart (1994) 4. CM Punk vs. Brock Lesnar (2013) 3. Bret Hart vs. Mr. Perfect (1991) 2. John Cena vs. AJ Styles (2016) 1. Bret Hart vs. British Bulldog (1992). You can see how the fans reacted below: As soon as I they started this countdown I knew this would be number 1 & fair play because it's an iconic match. Would it be my number 1? I'm not entirely sure what my number 1 would be but as I say an iconic match held in the UK which is special. — Daniel(SDMN) (@TheYOLOArtist) July 30, 2025 Is 2002 the only year to have back to back matches on the list? — Markin' Out (@MarkinOut) July 30, 2025 Not mad at it. Good graps — JA (@ReceiptTalk) July 30, 2025 Bret Hart is the greatest in-ring storyteller in wrestling history. It's really not even close. Out of respect, the next two spots should be left empty. — BizarroBabyface (@BizarroBabyface) July 30, 2025 That was storytelling magic. Well deserved. — Mikey! (@MegaMikey81) July 30, 2025 It shouldn't be the greatest match ever... It doesn't worth to be in the no 1 greatest match ever — Enzorealestfan💙🇦🇷 (@IfeoluwaAj11) July 30, 2025 I had a feeling it would be this one. The crowd in Wembley. The family infighting. First time an IC title Main Evented a PPV. I'm still of the opinion Brett vs. Perfect is the better wrestling match, but I can definitely understand the spectacle nature of this match. — Jorge Edwards (@JorgeBEdwards) July 30, 2025 More WWE News: For more on WWE, head to Newsweek Sports
Time of India
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Is Brock Lesnar's wrestling career over? TKO insiders give bombshell update on The Beast's WWE future
Brock Lesnar. Image via: WWE Brock Lesnar, once the most dominant force in both WWE and UFC, now finds himself in an unthinkable position. He has been sidelined, silent, and reportedly banned from professional wrestling altogether. As per reports, WWE is distancing itself from Lesnar. Additionally, insiders are dropping cryptic but serious comments, which have extended the speculation. Now the question remains, is this the end of The Beast Incarnate's career? Daniel Cormier reveals that Brock Lesnar is banned from TKO Daniel Cormier has recently shared up update on Brock Lesnar that put the wrestling world in a frenzy. On The MightyCast with Demetrious Johnson, the former UFC Heavyweight Champion revealed that Brock Lesnar is currently blacklisted from professional wrestling. Though Cormier declined to elaborate, his tone left little room for doubt. 'Brock is on the banned list right now,' he said. 'Brock got into so much trouble. You know what Brock did. I ain't telling you on air what Brock did. Brock is in so much trouble.' DANIEL CORMIER SOUNDS OFF on JON JONES, ASPINALL, MMA GURU?! | EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW The remarks come amid the fallout from the high-profile lawsuit filed by former WWE employee Janel Grant, who accused Vince McMahon and others of se*ual misconduct and trafficking. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like TV providers are furious: this gadget gives you access to all channels Techno Mag Learn More Undo Though Lesnar's name was initially listed in the documents and later removed, his association with the case has had lasting consequences. In fact, Lesnar hasn't appeared on WWE programming since his loss to Cody Rhodes at SummerSlam 2023. He has been scrubbed from WWE marketing material, future events, and even casual mention by the promotion itself. A source close to the company told multiple outlets that Lesnar is being treated as "radioactive" amid ongoing legal uncertainty. Will Brock Lesnar return to WWE? While Lesnar has avoided the spotlight, he was recently spotted in public, looking fitter than ever. Fans shared photos of the 46-year-old taking selfies outside a restaurant, his shredded physique sparking whispers of a potential comeback. When asked about returning to WWE, he reportedly offered a vague reply: 'We'll see.' Still, without a clear path forward and no statement from either WWE or TKO, Lesnar's future remains up in the air. Though Cormier's knowledge of WWE's internal decisions can be debated, the weight of his comments can't be dismissed lightly, especially when paired with the company's decision to effectively erase Lesnar from its present and near-future plans. For now, Lesnar's focus seems to be on family. While The Beast may be lying low, fans and critics alike are left wondering, has the final bell already tolled for Brock Lesnar? So far, it's hard to tell. Still, many fans would want to see The Beast making his WWE return with a surprise, especially as a worthy opponent of John Cena in his retirement tour. But as for the current situation, at least, according to Cormier, it is far-fetched. Also Read: Roman Reigns Confronts Paul Heyman on Raw to Sow Seeds for a Huge Clash at SummerSlam FAQs Is Brock Lesnar banned from WWE and professional wrestling? According to Daniel Cormier, Lesnar is on the "banned list," though WWE hasn't officially confirmed it. Why was Brock Lesnar's name linked to the Vince McMahon lawsuit? Lesnar was initially named in the lawsuit filed by Janel Grant, who alleged trafficking and misconduct, but his name was later removed. When did Brock Lesnar last appear on WWE programming? Lesnar hasn't been seen on WWE TV since his match against Cody Rhodes at SummerSlam 2023. For real-time updates, scores, and highlights, follow our live coverage of the India vs England Test match here. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
Yahoo
22-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
‘He's In So Much Trouble' - Brock Lesnar 'Banned' From Major Sport
'He's In So Much Trouble' - Brock Lesnar 'Banned' From Major Sport originally appeared on The Spun. For over 20 years Brock Lesnar has been hailed as one of the most entertaining people in combat sports and professional wrestling. But according to one insider, he won't be getting work in one major sport anytime soon. Appearing on the MightyCast with Demetrious Johnson, former UFC champion Daniel Cormier revealed that Lesnar is currently banned from professional wrestling everywhere. Cormier said that he could not detail what Lesnar did to get into trouble, but simply stated that he's in "so much trouble." 'Brock is on the banned list right now,' Cormier said. 'Brock got into so much trouble. You know what Brock did. I ain't telling you on air what Brock did. Brock is in so much trouble.' Many fans and news outlets have speculated that the ban stems from Lesnar being named in the sexual assault and trafficking lawsuit against former WWE top executive Vince McMahon. Some very damning text messages that were allegedly from Lesnar were made public during the initial stages of the suit. It stands to reason that WWE might treat Lesnar as radioactive while the lawsuit is dealt with given the allegations against him. The controversy all started early in 2024 when former WWE employee Janel Grant alleged and shared evidence that she had been coerced into a sexual relationship with McMahon and later trafficked to Lesnar and former WWE executive John Laurinaitis between 2020 and 2021. Lesnar was subsequently removed from all upcoming WWE programming, all promotional materials and has seldom been mentioned by the company in a year-and-a-half. That said, it really isn't clear how Cormier - who is not a WWE-specific insider - would know whether Lesnar is banned from all of professional wrestling. It's a pretty big umbrella category that goes well beyond WWE or even its immediate rivals here in the United States. It's probably a good thing that Lesnar has been more focused on his daughter Mya's collegiate athletics career as a shot-put star. Being a supportive father in public and avoiding any headlines of his own can only help him while the legal system does its thing.'He's In So Much Trouble' - Brock Lesnar 'Banned' From Major Sport first appeared on The Spun on Jul 22, 2025 This story was originally reported by The Spun on Jul 22, 2025, where it first appeared.
Yahoo
21-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Daniel Cormier claims Brock Lesnar is on a TKO ban list
There's been very little in the way of news regarding Brock Lesnar and his status with WWE in the fallout of his being named in a lawsuit by former employee Janel Grant. For some time now, all signs have pointed to his not returning for a while, if ever. Now, an interview Daniel Cormier did with Demetrious Johnson earlier this week is making the rounds with comments from the former that Lesnar is straight up banned by TKO (via 'I mean, Brock is on a banned list right now. Brock got into so much trouble…I ain't telling you on air what Brock did. Brock is in so much trouble.' It's entirely possible Cormier was speaking more generally, that Lesnar is simply out right now and not necessary on an actual banned list or if there even is one. Either way, it tracks with all the other news we've heard about the big fellow. There's no reason to expect him back, in WWE or UFC, anytime soon. More from Not everyone is marking out about Eva Marie's return Mansoor's Raw Debut was classic WWE Is this who caught Lilly's eye? Former WWE champs face off on (checks notes) Main Event Yes, Angel Garza shoved a rose up Drew Gulak's butt on Raw Raw recap & reactions: Flip the switch Flair already added to title match at WrestleMania Backlash EVA MARIE IS BACK
Yahoo
18-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
49ers Player Reveals Relationship With Brock Lesnar's Daughter Mya
Love is in the air for Brock Lesnar's college athlete daughter, Mya. This week, 49ers lineman Drew Moss went Instagram official with Mya, posting two photos finding the pair getting affectionate at a wedding. "My forever wedding date," he wrote in the caption. Lesnar reiterated the sentiment in the comments section. "My handsome man," she added. Lesnar made waves on social media earlier this year for her athletic prowess. She's a shotput champion for the Colorado State University Rams, recently winning the 2025 NCAA Division I couple's followers sounded off in the comments, congratulating them for the announcement while cracking some jokes about Mya's famous dad. "Cute Couple♥️. But can bro avoid the suplex city ?" one wrote. While it's unclear how long Moss and Lesnar have been together, they likely connected at CSU, where Moss started 25 games for the school's football team in his previous two seasons. He joined the San Fransisco 49ers in the off-season after going undrafted in the 2025 NFL Draft. That means he's now relocated from Fort Collins to the West Coast, but that doesn't seem to be impacting the pair's relationship. Check out the pictures of the happy couple below: 49ers Player Reveals Relationship With Brock Lesnar's Daughter Mya first appeared on Men's Journal on Jul 16, 2025 Solve the daily Crossword
