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The Greatest 5 Surprises in Recent WWE SummerSlam History

Brock Lesnar Interrupts Roman Reigns’ Party (SummerSlam 2021)

The Tribal Chief had an epic encounter with John Cena at SummerSlam 2021. It was a passing-of-the-torch moment that saw Roman Reigns vanquish one of the biggest stars of WWE’s past. Reigns had taken his place in the ring, Ula Fala draped around his neck, and the Universal Championship firmly within his grasp. The wrestling world was at Roman Reigns’ feet, and his dominance was assured. Then it all came crashing down spectacularly.

Brock Lesnar At SummerSlam 2023
A photo of WWE star Brock Lesnar. (Photo Credit: https://lastwordonsports.com/prowrestling/2026/01/16/first-entrant-made-official-for-mens-2026-wwe-royal-rumble-match-on-smackdown/)

An all-too-familiar music hit, and for the first time in 16 months, Brock Lesnar came storming through the curtain. The crowd went ballistic at the shocking turn of events that saw Roman Reigns’ greatest rival return to WWE and presumably lay his claim to the Universal Championship. It was a very satisfying and surprising ending to what was a fantastic SummerSlam.

About Daniel Sinasac

Dan has been a fan of wrestling since his grandmother sat him down to watch JYD and Sgt. Slaughter go to battle. That began a decades-long obsession with professional wrestling. An obsession that has developed into a love/hate relationship with the greatest entertainment medium in the world.