MinneapolisWWE icon and multi-time world champion Brock Lesnar has announced his retirement from professional wrestling following his defeat to rising star Oba Femi in a Hell in a Cell match at SummerSlam 2026. After the bout, Lesnar returned to the ring, embraced Femi and raised his opponent’s hand in a symbolic passing of the torch. Femi had earlier defeated Lesnar at WrestleMania 42 before Lesnar returned to secure a victory at Clash in Italy. One of the most dominant performers in professional wrestling, Lesnar built a remarkable career across WWE, New Japan Pro-Wrestling and mixed martial arts. Beyond professional wrestling, Lesnar enjoyed success in the Ultimate Fighting Championship, where he became UFC heavyweight champion.