Wrestling Fans Stunned By Brock Lesnar's Retirement Tonight
Congratulations are pouring in for legendary wrestling star Brock Lesnar on Sunday evening, April 19.
The 48-year-old wrestling star took part in WrestleMania 42. However, during the iconic wrestling event, he seemingly retired. He was taking on "Nigerian Giant" Oba Femi in a match.
It's the end of an iconic career.
"Femi dominated Lesnar quickly, ending the match in less than 5 minutes after throwing Lesnar around as if he wasn't 6'3" and 286 pounds. But it's what happened after the match ended that shocked fans inside of Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas," TMZ Sports reported.
"Lesnar sat in the center of the ring, clearly emotional, and slowly removed his gloves and boots, leaving them in the center of the mat, a symbol used by many wrestlers to symbolize their last match. Lesnar then hugged his longtime Manager Paul Heyman, both breaking down in tears, creating an emotional WrestleMania moment."
Wrestling fans are stunned
"Retired already? 🤯
Still the greatest combat athlete ever. No one can match that fear and aura.
There will only ever be one Beast Incarnate - Brock Lesnar 💪🏽," one shared.
"😢 I did not expect this!" one added.
"That's how you do a retirement match!!" one fan added.
"From watching him destroy Spike Dudley and Maven in his WWF debut, to becoming the youngest WWE champion against The Rock, to his UFC run and WWE return in 2012, thank you for everything, Brock! It was an honor to witness your career 🙏," one fan added.
"One of a kind super athlete. Thank you Brock 🙏," one fan added.
"First cena then styles now Brock I hope this wave doesnt continue 😭," one fan added.
Congrats, Brock.
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This story was originally published April 19, 2026 at 8:23 PM.