Brock Lesnar signals retirement from professional wrestling after WrestleMania 42 loss
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Updated · Fox News · Apr 28
Brock Lesnar signals retirement from professional wrestling after WrestleMania 42 loss
11 articles · Updated · Fox News · Apr 28
Lesnar left his gloves and boots in the ring at Allegiant Stadium, Las Vegas, after losing to Oba Femi on April 19, 2026.
He embraced Paul Heyman, thanked fans, and was consoled in an emotional farewell, with WWE legend Booker T reflecting on Lesnar's career and hinting at possible future returns.
If this is Lesnar's final WWE match, he retires as a 10-time WWE champion and two-time Royal Rumble winner, having helped elevate Oba Femi as a top company star.
Was Lesnar’s WrestleMania farewell a genuine retirement or just part of the show?
How does Lesnar's wrestling legacy compare to his dominant career in the UFC?
Could a massive $50 million Saudi deal lure Brock Lesnar back into the ring?
Is rising star Oba Femi truly ready to fill the void left by Lesnar?
Did WWE officials know about Lesnar's surprise retirement gesture before it happened?
Was the $10.3M incentive for WrestleMania a good investment for Las Vegas?