Brock Lesnar’s WrestleMania 42 Future Sparks Fresh Backstage Debate in WWE
Speculation around Brock Lesnar’s status for WWE WrestleMania 42 is heating up again, but the reality backstage appears far more complicated than recent teases suggest.
Despite WWE subtly acknowledging Lesnar through promotional material and his brief presence during Royal Rumble weekend, new behind-the-scenes updates indicate that his WrestleMania plans are still far from finalized. While fans may have assumed his return was locked in, creative discussions tell a different story.
According to the latest reports, Lesnar remains part of internal WrestleMania conversations, but no match has been officially approved. WWE officials are reportedly keeping all options on the table, with no creative direction receiving the green light just yet.
Dave Meltzer addressed the situation on Wrestling Observer Radio, noting that Lesnar’s WrestleMania 42 status is still very much in flux. While his name continues to surface because of his ability to drive ticket sales and elevate the card’s prestige, the company has yet to settle on how—or if—he fits into the final lineup.
Potential matchups under consideration
One scenario gaining quiet traction backstage involves Oba Femi. Their brief interaction during the Royal Rumble caught attention internally, with some believing it could serve as a major platform to elevate Femi on WWE’s biggest stage. However, sources stress that while interest exists, nothing has been committed creatively.
Another long-rumored dream match has also resurfaced: Brock Lesnar versus Gunther. WWE has flirted with the idea multiple times over the years, only for plans to stall due to timing and storyline priorities. With Gunther riding significant momentum after recent high-profile victories, creative discussions have reportedly reopened the door to the matchup—though it remains just one option among many.
Complicating matters further, WWE is actively finalizing several marquee WrestleMania programs involving top stars like Roman Reigns and CM Punk. Those decisions will heavily influence whether there’s room for Lesnar on the card, as his inclusion often reshapes the entire event structure.
For now, Brock Lesnar’s WrestleMania 42 fate remains undecided—and until WWE locks in the rest of its biggest matches, the Beast Incarnate’s return is anything but guaranteed.
