Wrestlepalooza WWE: Cena vs Lesnar on ESPN, Card and How to Watch

Alofoke Deportes brings you a complete guide to Wrestlepalooza, the wrestling event that promises strong emotions. This event, which marks the beginning of the collaboration between WWE and ESPN Unlimited, will take place on Saturday at 7 p.m. ET from the Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis.

What is Wrestlepalooza?

Originally conceived as an extreme event by the now-defunct Extreme Championship Wrestling (ECW), Wrestlepalooza has been adapted by WWE for its new era on ESPN. This event promises interesting and high-caliber matches. One of the most anticipated matches is John Cena versus Brock Lesnar. Cena, on his farewell tour, seeks to leave an indelible mark on the world of wrestling.

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Cena announced his retirement at the end of 2025, and his goal is to break Ric Flair’s record with 16 WWE world championships. After losing at the Royal Rumble and winning the Elimination Chamber, he faced Cody Rhodes at WrestleMania 41, where, after an unexpected turn, Cena became a “heel” (villain) for a while. Fortunately, Cena returned to his “face” (hero) character before SummerSlam, where Brock Lesnar made his return, marking the beginning of a new rivalry.

Why Brock Lesnar vs. John Cena?

The main reason is Lesnar’s thirst for destruction. Known for his brutality, Lesnar seeks to face Cena, a wrestler with whom he has a rich history of confrontations. According to Paul “Triple H” Levesque, Lesnar is part of the list of opponents Cena wanted to face in his farewell. The match between Cena and Lesnar will be the start of Wrestlepalooza. Their rivalry dates back to their beginnings in Ohio Valley Wrestling, and this new confrontation is crucial for Cena’s legacy. Cena admitted to feeling “fear” of Lesnar, but is determined to give it his all in this “final clash between two titans”.

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Cody Rhodes in the crosshairs

Cody Rhodes will defend the WWE championship against Drew McIntyre. The rivalry between the two promises an intense match. McIntyre, after attacking Rhodes, will seek to snatch the title from him at Wrestlepalooza. Also, the event will feature action from The Bloodline.

The Usos Match

Jey and Jimmy Uso will face Bronson Reed and Bron Breakker, members of The Vision, the faction led by Seth Rollins. The rivalry between The Usos and The Vision promises a match full of action, which began with an attack on Roman Reigns. The animosity between Jey Uso and LA Knight could also influence the outcome of the match.

Women’s Championship in Play

The women’s championship will be at stake, as the current champion, Naomi, announced her pregnancy and had to vacate the title. Iyo Sky and Stephanie Vaquer will compete for the championship at Wrestlepalooza. AJ Lee’s return is another of the highlights of the event.

The Return of AJ Lee

AJ Lee returns to the ring after years of absence, and she will do so in a mixed match alongside CM Punk against Seth Rollins and Becky Lynch. This match promises to be the highlight of the event, with rivalries and emotions running high. The clash between Punk and Rollins, added to the rivalry between Lynch and Lee, makes this match a must-see event. The expectation is maximum to see AJ Lee in action again.