📰 WWE News and Rumor Roundup (September 6, 2025)
Welcome to the WWE News & Rumor Roundup for September 6, 2025. The fallout from Clash in Paris continues to shake things up in WWE, with updates on John Cena’s retirement, Brock Lesnar’s new deal, commentary changes, and one of the most emotional returns in recent history.
Let’s dive in 👇
#5️⃣ John Cena’s Final WWE Match Revealed
After months of speculation, reports confirm that John Cena’s final WWE match will take place on December 13th, 2025, at Saturday Night’s Main Event in Washington, DC.
While the opponent hasn’t been finalized yet, this marks the official date fans will bid farewell to the 17-time World Champion. The Leader of the Cenation’s farewell tour has already delivered emotional moments, and this match will be the ultimate send-off.
#4️⃣ John Cena Set for Wrestlepalooza Showdown
On SmackDown, Cena accepted Sami Zayn’s challenge for a U.S. Title bout in Chicago. However, the match ended in chaos when Brock Lesnar interfered, attacking both men and setting up a blockbuster clash.
🔥 WWE later confirmed: John Cena vs. Brock Lesnar – One-on-One – at Wrestlepalooza 2025.
This will be Cena’s penultimate feud before his retirement match in December.
#3️⃣ Brock Lesnar Signs New WWE Contract
After legal troubles kept him out of WWE for nearly two years, The Beast Incarnate returned at SummerSlam 2025.
According to the Wrestling Observer Newsletter, Lesnar has signed a new limited-dates contract following legal clearance. This explains why his attack on Cena was delayed — WWE is managing his appearances carefully.
Expect Lesnar’s focus to remain on his rivalry with Cena as part of his fresh deal.
#2️⃣ Commentary Shake-Up on SmackDown 🎤
A major change hit the blue brand as WWE announced that Wade Barrett will no longer serve as a commentator on SmackDown.
In his place, Corey Graves has joined Michael Cole, marking a big switch for the commentary booth. Barrett’s next role is yet to be revealed, but this could set up a new on-screen direction for the former King of the Ring.
#1️⃣ AJ Lee Returns After 3840 Days 😱
In what may go down as one of the most emotional WWE moments of the decade, AJ Lee returned after over 10 years (3840 days) away from the ring.
The shocking comeback happened on SmackDown in Chicago:
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Becky Lynch tried to stop CM Punk from confronting Seth Rollins.
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Punk walked away, but the crowd erupted as AJ Lee made her return, attacking Becky to a thunderous ovation.
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To close the show, AJ stood tall with the Women’s Intercontinental Championship beside CM Punk, sending fans into a frenzy.
💥 AJ’s return sets the stage for a mixed tag team war between CM Punk & AJ Lee vs. Seth Rollins & Becky Lynch — possibly at Wrestlepalooza.
AJ LEE IS BACK!!!!! 🙌 pic.twitter.com/UPsT7EcVdE
— WWE (@WWE) September 6, 2025
🔥 Final Takeaway: WWE is delivering non-stop drama post-Clash in Paris — from Cena’s farewell, Lesnar’s comeback deal, to AJ Lee’s long-awaited return. The road to Wrestlepalooza and beyond looks explosive!
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