Rumor: Potential Top Feuds For Brock Lesnar

[Jack-Hammer]

According to the Wrestling Observer Newsletter, the WWE is considering a couple of major feuds for Brock Lesnar if he signs another contract with WWE.

The report states that WWE has offered Lesnar a contract that's said to be similar to his current deal: a certain amount of dates and worth several million dollars. While Lesnar hasn't signed yet, the report alleges that there's a good chance Lesnar will sign on with the company for another year.

Furthermore, the report adds that the two starts being discussed for feuding with Lesnar are Randy Orton and CM Punk. It also alleges that there were plans for Lesnar vs. Orton in 2012 but it didn't come to pass.

Both of those feuds have a ton of potential, though it makes me wonder what this means for Orton's upcoming heel turn and for Punk's current heel character. I don't really see Lesnar as a babyface, everything about the man screams heel. Orton, in my opinion, needs a heel turn because he's getting pretty stale and, also in my opinion, is far more entertaining as a heel. CM Punk is easily the top heel in wrestling and has been since last summer, thought I don't think it'll be an issue if they allow Punk to be more along the lines of the edgy tweener he was during the summer in 2011.

 

[Mitch Henessey]

With Lesnar and Punk, I could picture WWE playing up the two Paul Heyman guys feuding against one another dynamic. But my big problem with this feud is Punk would have to be the face, or as Jack Hammer pointed out the edgy tweener from '11. It's easy to boo Brock Lesnar, because he's a bully and a dick, who only cares about cashing big paychecks. But as a face? I just can't see it. Yes, Lesnar received a thunderous pop upon his long awaited return to WWE, but it was just a "welcome back" pop.

Another problem I have with Lesnar VS Punk is the physical match-up. Brock Lesnar is a hulking freak of nature, and he's a legit UFC Heavyweight Champion. Triple H had the size, physical presence, and illustrious track record as a thirteen time world champion and surefire future Hall Of Famer. John Cena's accolades are unquestionable, and he's toppled his fair share of giants before. Lesnar is a powerhouse, so I might have a hard time buying CM Punk's offense against him.

Also, I sense another "heel VS heel" problem with Orton and Lesnar. Sure, Orton could use a heel turn to provide a spark for his character, but can Lesnar carry himself as a face? Ditching Heyman's slimy douchebag presence could help a face turn, but Brock isn't known for cutting promos, and he needs a mouthpiece most of the time.

 

[WJDwjdWJDwjd]

A Lesnar face turn could be huge. Paul Heyman has currently aligned himself with CM Punk, who is the biggest heel in the business right now. Heyman could cut Lesnar down as being a lesser man than CM Punk because of Punk's now legendary title reign. He could bring up the fact that Brock can't even beat Cena, a man that Punk beat several times. This could be a huge SummerSlam main event or Survivor Series. Neither Punk or Lesnar would be the star of this feud though. Heyman would be the man who would make this feud memorable.

As for Lesnar/Orton? I'm not interested. I'd rather see Lesnar/Ryback, Lesnar/Undertaker, or even Lesnar/Big Show just to see Lesnar F-5 Show again.

 

[AhSpicyDrop]

I started to post my opinions in this thread earlier but fell asleep at the thought of a Lesnar/Orton feud. While the matches would probably be hard-hitting and entertaining, the wait to getting there would be terribly painful as neither is capable of cutting a memorable promo... And Paul Heyman can only do so much. Orton is way too dry on the mic these days.

If I was the WWE I would cash in on having Brock and Rock at the same time. That's a big money match, way bigger than anything else WWE could put on at Mania this year... And the way they get there is so easy that I would be shocked if they didn't go that route..

Vince stated on RAW that if Shield interfered and helped Punk win that he would be stripped... BAM... Lesnar interferes and costs Rock setting up Rock/Lesnar II at Mania. No match is going to outsell that. Not Punk/Taker for the belt, not Cena/Rock II, nothing.

As for Punk/Lesnar, that would be a lot of work around for Punk considering he's a small guy already. It's one thing for him to compete with a jacked up John Cena... but Lesnar is literally two Punks in body mass. The matches would be sloppy at best.

Rock/Brock II makes a helluva lot of business sense, but there's nobody with a brain working for WWE in power that will make it happen.

 

[prototypex89]

I started to post my opinions in this thread earlier but fell asleep at the thought of a Lesnar/Orton feud. While the matches would probably be hard-hitting and entertaining, the wait to getting there would be terribly painful as neither is capable of cutting a memorable promo... And Paul Heyman can only do so much. Orton is way too dry on the mic these days.

If I was the WWE I would cash in on having Brock and Rock at the same time. That's a big money match, way bigger than anything else WWE could put on at Mania this year... And the way they get there is so easy that I would be shocked if they didn't go that route..

Vince stated on RAW that if Shield interfered and helped Punk win that he would be stripped... BAM... Lesnar interferes and costs Rock setting up Rock/Lesnar II at Mania. No match is going to outsell that. Not Punk/Taker for the belt, not Cena/Rock II, nothing.

As for Punk/Lesnar, that would be a lot of work around for Punk considering he's a small guy already. It's one thing for him to compete with a jacked up John Cena... but Lesnar is literally two Punks in body mass. The matches would be sloppy at best.

Rock/Brock II makes a helluva lot of business sense, but there's nobody with a brain working for WWE in power that will make it happen.

i agree with everything u just said. i would much rather see a lesner sheamus fued then lesner orton. lesner could still be the dominate ass of a heal with heyman will add to his heat and be his mouth peice and sheamus while not being the most gifted promo cutter he will definitly be over with the "wwe universe " enough to cause a big match feel

 

[BigDaddyKewl]

If Lesnar vs Triple H doesnt happen at Mania it could easily be booked some time later in the year. Triple H is looking for redemption and hes an authority figure so he can book himself in a match with Brock. This time it could be some type of gimmick match like Extreme Rules or Hell in a Cell.
Id also like to see a two man power trip storyline with Lesnar and Punk. They could maybe do a tag match with Ryback and Cena vs Punk and Lesnar. You could test the waters and see how Ryback and Lesnar work together if they want to book that feud somewhere down the line. The crowed will go nuts to see these two behemoths in the same ring together.

 

[dman1373]

if it were up to me i would have him face daniel bryan in a trilogy of matches. Either have lesnar win the first two and daniel bryan win the final match or have them trade wins and daniel bryan win the last match. I know daniel bryan is a main eventer right now, but that would put him up there with cena and punk easily.

 

[#hamler]

I could not care less who Lesnar is facing out of the WWE locker room as long as he's putting someone over. Not necessarily losing, but making his opponent look good no matter who they are. Utilizing Brock this way will certainly help whomever the WWE decides to throw at him. With the depth of the roster at its thinnest, there should be a whole list of guys waiting to get their hands on Brock Lesnar. But I get it, Brock is on a limited schedule and it's completely understandable. However, Randy Orton and CM Punk aren't exactly the guys who are desperate for a Brock Lesnar rub. Not saying I would mind because CM Punk vs. Lesnar certainly seems awesome to me. But someone who really needs a break through moment right now is Sheamus. He’s the answer here. Sheamus has been floating around midcard status since losing his World Heavyweight Championship. If the WWE is not careful, we could get a repeat of 2011 where Sheamus did nothing memorable for most of the year. Sheamus needs Brock Lesnar more than Randy Orton and Punk to solidify his top babyface spot on the blue brand. Whether you turn Orton heel or even turn Punk back to face, they’re two of the best guys on the roster in terms of character development. Punk and Orton’s character are both working and appeal to the crowd in large doses. I can’t say the same for Sheamus. As reports stated a while back the higher ups were unhappy with the way Sheamus appealed to the audience. An intense rivalry could fix those problems for Sheamus.

 

[MCMG]

I don't like Punk v Lesnar. I prefer if it was a power trip with Heyman acting as the person to join them together.

Lesnar v Orton I really like. For me, Orton can become stale and a feud with Lesnar would be really good. Intensity, good matches and star power. It really has it all.

 

[Jack-Hammer]

Punk vs. Lesnar looks iffy on paper from a purely physical perspective. But, since Wrestling isn't "real", anybody can be booked to be capable of beating anybody. If you're going by pure realism from a visual perspective, then Big Show & Great Khali would've had a strangle hold on the WWE and World Heavyweight Championship scenes for years. In a "real fight", Punk would probably get creamed unless he knows a great deal more about MMA & martial arts than we think he does. It's not a "real fight" though and even a smaller guy can be booked to look like a huge threat if he's built up strongly over a long period of time.

As for Orton vs. Lesnar, it's pretty much the same thing. Orton's not really a physical powerhouse or a legit wrecking machine.

I'm like Hamler though in that it's not who Lesnar faces that's most important but that he puts them over. Neither Punk or Orton necessarily need a rub from going over Lesnar but if these feuds do go down, I'd rather see one or both of them go over. The problem, however, is that WWE is going to have to have Lesnar go over at least sometimes or he's going to lose his luster as a special attraction, which means he's worthless to WWE since he won't work anything remotely approaching even a part time schedule.

 

[bestintheworld.j.h33]

I totally agree 100% i'd like to see punk v lesnar but not orton v lesnar. I think sheamus or ryback is better suited to face lesnar than orton. I don't know why but i've just never been a fan of orton, face or heel. In the end i don't care who he faces as long as he puts them over.

 

[King Patrick Star]

There are more future Brock Lesnar feuds I would like to see vs. future Brock Lesnar feuds I wouldn’t like to see, so I’ll just list the ones I would pass on.

Brock Lesnar vs. Undertaker. I’ve seen it before and I don’t want to see it again, especially at WrestleMania. I think it would be a waste for the Undertaker, as his limited time could be used to put some younger Star over. I think it would be a waste for Brock Lesnar, as his limited time could be used to put some younger Star over and why ruin Brock’s Undefeated WM streak?? 1-0!! HAHA!!

Brock Lesnar vs. The Rock. I understand that Brock “owes” Rock one, but the whole 1 for 1 never really appealed to me.

Brock Lesnar vs. Triple H. See Rock.

I would rather have these 4 Legends face 4 young up and coming SuperStars. I don’t even care if it’s 4 singles matches, or 2 singles matches and a Tag Team match, or a singles match and a 6 man Tag Team match, or an 8 Man Elimination Tag Team match. I just don’t want to see old people fighting each other anymore. Old vs. New never gets old, because of the “New” factor in the equation.

Now, just to name a few of the feuds I would like to see, here’s a short list.

Brock Lesnar vs. CM Punk. Yes!! Put the WWE Title and Paul Heyman’s services on the line!!

Brock Lesnar vs. Alberto Del Rio. This is the feud that will catapult ADR to the Main Attraction level. Plus, doesn’t Alberto Del Rio have an MMA background??

Brock Lesnar vs. Randy Orton. As long as I haven’t seen it yet, I don’t mind the thought.

 

[LoudClearVoice]

I think both these feuds would be top notch. Punk would have to go back to being a full blown face or a tweener for the feud to work. It's easy enough to have a story line though. After Punk drops the belt, Heyman can get rid of Punk in favor of Lesnar. OR Lesnar could interfere in the Punk vs. Undertaker match at WM, costing Punk a shot at the streak, thus starting the feud.


As for Orton and Lesnar, I think Orton really needs it. This could be the feud to really get his career back on the right track. The feud could work, but I'm not really sure how they'd start it up. I guess Lesnar could return at the Rumble and toss Orton out or something.

How about Lesnar putting over Ryback? If they're so high on Ryback, then this would be perfect.

 

[mace87]

I'd like to see Lesnar v Rock or lesnar v Ryback or Lesnar v Sheamus. Ryback would get a huge push towards a title shot with a win over Lesnar.

 

[MasterDebator]

I think both these feuds would be top notch. Punk would have to go back to being a full blown face or a tweener for the feud to work. It's easy enough to have a story line though. After Punk drops the belt, Heyman can get rid of Punk in favor of Lesnar. OR Lesnar could interfere in the Punk vs. Undertaker match at WM, costing Punk a shot at the streak, thus starting the feud.


As for Orton and Lesnar, I think Orton really needs it. This could be the feud to really get his career back on the right track. The feud could work, but I'm not really sure how they'd start it up. I guess Lesnar could return at the Rumble and toss Orton out or something.

How about Lesnar putting over Ryback? If they're so high on Ryback, then this would be perfect.

I'm not high on Ryback, personally, but I think a feud with Lesnar, for NEXT year's Wrestlemania, would be phenomenally prudent for the WWE and their development of Ryback as a beast face. I'm not part of the camp that believes the WWE has dropped the ball with Ryback. On the contrary, I think they've handled his rise/build with care - careful not to push him to the moon too soon while maintaining a sense of badassery and unstoppable-force. Ryback hasn't won a big match in a while (something that has to end soon), yet still he is being bought as a player in the main event scene.

As far as the former point about a feud with Lesnar, I see this as a top-notch idea. I mean, if Lesnar and the WWE are having a hard time inking a deal for just one more year, wouldn't it make sense to use Lesnar in optimal fashion, e.g. having him put over a future superstar on his last night in the WWE (Mania 30')? Obviously, I'm way ahead of myself, as are the rest of us in assuming that Lesnar will be back for next year. However, I think a feud with a future star makes sense for his ultimate program.

Having said that, I think WWE needs to get Ryback in the ring with Big Show this year at Wrestlemania. I was, for a time, a major proponent of having the two square off for the WHC (perhaps with Ziggler involved). While the possibility of this happening isn't completely out of the realm of possibility, I don't see it happening as clearly as I did some time ago. Still, I think Ryback could gain a lot from earning a "Wrestlemania moment" by marching around the ring with Big Show on his shoulders on the grandest stage.

Lesnar feuds that make sense:

• Del Rio - someone mentioned already, but I think his MMA background, his penchant for working well with bigger athletes, and his newfound facehood make him a shoe-in for a cool feud
• Sheamus - Two super-powerful men butting heads has my vote and besides, Sheamus needs something fresh.
• Triple H - Not yet, but maybe next year's Summerslam deserves a rematch when the memory is just distant enough.
• Ryback - this one is obvious.

Lesnar feuds that don't make sense:

• Randy Orton - Lesnar just doesn't fit as a face and with all signs pointing towards a heel turn for RKO, I'd say to let this one lie (I had thought this would have worked in 2012).
• John Cena - Cena already beat him, so I'd leave this alone.
• CM Punk - hear me out -- Punk is the most reviled, compelling heel in the business right now. Sure, this could change within weeks and Punk could become the "cool" tweener again, but he was never must-see TV when he embodied that character. Punk needs to evolve, but his evolution should take place further into his heel character, not the other way around.
• Undertaker - makes no sense to have two guys who barely wrestle feud. Besides, Taker is falling apart and this would solidify his physical turmoil.

 

[Big Nick Dudley]

Both of those feuds have a ton of potential, though it makes me wonder what this means for Orton's upcoming heel turn

His "upcoming heel turn" is pure speculation.

and for Punk's current heel character.

I don't see Punk feuding with Lesnar. Both of Brock's "potential" opponents are probably bullshit. It's more common sense than actual reporting. Assuming Lesnar will feud with the two biggest names after Cena and HHH isn't a tough conclusion to reach, but it doesn't mean it's true. I think the report is bullshit, as most WrestleZone reports seem to be as of late.

Orton, in my opinion, needs a heel turn because he's getting pretty stale and, also in my opinion, is far more entertaining as a heel.

The crowd still goes insane for the guy, and I'm guessing that's all WWE cares about. WWE doesn't give him much of anything to do, but if they decided to, he'd do just fine. He's one of the two or three most talented guys on the planet, I guarantee he can handle it. Just hasn't been given a proper chance.

CM Punk is easily the top heel in wrestling and has been since last summer, thought I don't think it'll be an issue if they allow Punk to be more along the lines of the edgy tweener he was during the summer in 2011.

They could go this route, and I wouldn't object... unless it's against Lesnar. I'm sorry, but I just cannot buy into CM Punk physically challenging Lesnar. Not just that's Brock's a beast (smaller guys take on big guys all of the time), but he's a trained fighter. I'd have a hard time with it, as I'm sure many others would.

Just give Brock another Cena feud, a lengthy one, along with Undertaker and possibly Orton (if he stays babyface and they actually allow him to talk).

 

[Wolf Pac]

Punk & Orton I'm fine with, but what about Mr. Too Many Limes (or is it lies?), Sheamus? Both men kinda had similar build ups in the company, Sheamus is the man on Smackdown like how Brock was in 2002/3, Brock could just accuse Sheamus of being a "Brock Lesnar Wannabe" and you have yourself a feud there. Plus after Rock is gone, Smackdown could use a top name like Lesnar on the show if they wanna keep the ratings up. The build up probably wouldn't be the best in the world, neither was Show vs. Sheamus though, but they could make up for it with a good hard hitting, intense match, like Show vs. Sheamus.

 

[XXJJ]

Punk vs Lesnar is a tough sell imo. Brock is legit fighter. The size difference is a bit of an issue. Since his MMA career we are used to seeing Brock fight guys around his own size. It will be a little odd him fighting someone much smaller like Punk.

Orton vs Lesnar - I would love to see this. I actually thought this would of been great for this years WM. Unfortunately, Triple H feels the need to get his win back. . They were all in OVW together so you could create a backstory pretty easily. Orton's getting stale because he hasn't been feuding with anybody for months. They could turn heel or keep him face, but they need to give him something he can sink his teeth into. The guy is one of the most popular wrestlers on the roster and he hasn't done anything significant in months.

Ryback vs Lesnar- This could work and would be fresh, but this might end up being an absolute trainwreck of match. I'm not sure if their styles would mesh well together. I still wouldn't mind seeing it.

 

[Mustang Sally]

Two thoughts about Brock's appearance last night:

-Last year, they didn't bring him in until the day after Wrestlemania. With the WM28 card stacked as it was, it seemed a wise move to hold off. This year, Brock comes in the day after the Rumble, meaning the company will take full advantage of his presence for WM29. That's a great idea. Yes, they have the Rock again this year, but I get the notion of Vince McMahon with sugar plum fairies dancing in his head, dreaming about topping last year's buy rate. Go for it, Vince.....if there's any time to stack the deck, it's for Wrestlemania.

-Yeah, we figured Brock would pick a victim to go after when he returned. Last year's choice was no shock, of course, but this year's truly did take me by surprise. I never expected Brock to go after the boss. It opens up all sorts of possibilities as to what Brock is going to be doing this year. No, we're not going to be treated to a Lesnar-McMahon match; that would be ridiculous. But if Vince McMahon is to be a part of Brock's tenure at all, he's the one who could throw faction after faction at Brock in an effort to derail the big guy's momentum. Should be interesting.

 

[slothmister]

The people I want to see Lesner fued with:

Ryback - If they are going to push him then beating Lesner will really give him some credibility.

Alberto Del Rio - he has been the main event for a while, he has the mike skills and the physical presence to battle someone Lesners size. He also has a similar MMO record to Lesner have won nearly 2/3rds of his fights.

Wade Barrett - another ex "real" fighter. The WWE have been pushing him for years just for him to drop off the radar for a while (normally through injury) a fued with Lesner could really push him to new heights.

Sheamus - the brute of the WWE atm, not as big physically as some and not as technical as some, he has main event written all over him and Lesner could help sky rocket him to Cena levels.

All four of these would be excellent fueds for Lesner. My comment on the more "obvious" fueds:

Cena - been there, done that, bored.

Rock - could work, but its two massive stars who are basically "has beens" well past their best. If the WWE could let them use chairs and bring back blood etc then this could be a classic but I doubt that.

CM Punk - this could be interesting, but Lesners size would just be too much for Punk. I know Punk works well with big guys (like the Big Show etc) but none of them have a wrestling background, Lesner does!

Ortan - this could be similar to The Rock, would be great if we could get some attitude. But until then, lets let him play with the up and comers rather than the up and leavers.

HHH - there is only one match for him to come out of (unofficial) retirement for, The Undertaker. Let them go at it for a fourth time! All three WM's were amazing. But again, been there, done that. HHH does not need a Lesner for a push.

Undertaker - Nah, he is too old and frail to fight Lesner. He is also right at the end of his career so no need for him to get a big push from Lesner, also with Lesner being a legitimate fighter there is no need for him to get a push from Taker.

 

[flawd101]

if he did not sign the extension, i think punk or rock. but with a couple more WMs those might be saved for the future. punk if cena rock dont involve him.

ryback, sheamus, and orton look like they are heading for a run in with the shield. the shield like with heyman can lead to any of them getting the match.

hhh and taker make sense if there is not enough time to build a new fued.

i'm avoiding the spoiler news, but it seems this smackdown will clarify the heavyweight title picture. i would not be surprised if lesnar gets involved there if they want someone besides those listed above.

 

[Why Always Me]

Brock Lesnar vs. Undertaker. I’ve seen it before and I don’t want to see it again, especially at WrestleMania. I think it would be a waste for the Undertaker, as his limited time could be used to put some younger Star over. I think it would be a waste for Brock Lesnar, as his limited time could be used to put some younger Star over and why ruin Brock’s Undefeated WM streak?? 1-0!! HAHA!!

This is what I would like to see - Brock owes quite a few people one, including Taker, who never beat him 1 on 1. I would much rather see this at Mania because this would be the biggest threat to the streak ever. Lesnar never lost 1 on 1 to Taker, Taker never lost at Mania, something would have to give.

Also, Brock is 1-1 at Mania, he lost to Goldberg (who I think is the only person Lesnar never defeated whom he faced 1 on 1).

 

[jameswalsh292]

It feels to me that its already a lock for Lesnar to be feuding with HHH for Mania, (something I dont want to see). I would be far more interested to see him feud with Y2J.

I know that there is not a hope of this happening. Jericho will probably be involved with dolph at Mania.

I think Y2J would work well with Lesnar in the ring and I feel Y2J could do some good promo work with Lesnar & Heyman.

I know WWE want to use both Y2J and Lesnar to help build permanent/future stars, but I feel WWE should give us the best show. Y2J and Lesnar can deliver.

What do you think of a Lesnar/Y2J feud.

 

[DiamondStudd]

It feels to me that its already a lock for Lesnar to be feuding with HHH for Mania, (something I dont want to see). I would be far more interested to see him feud with Y2J.

I know that there is not a hope of this happening. Jericho will probably be involved with dolph at Mania.

I think Y2J would work well with Lesnar in the ring and I feel Y2J could do some good promo work with Lesnar & Heyman.

I know WWE want to use both Y2J and Lesnar to help build permanent/future stars, but I feel WWE should give us the best show. Y2J and Lesnar can deliver.

What do you think of a Lesnar/Y2J feud.

They can't be that shortsighted to only want to put on a good show at Wrestlemania. They need those two guys to work with other long term guys, but I also doubt that the two would work that well together. Lesnar is terrible on the mic and while yes Heyman is there, it still would be odd to have Jericho and Heyman the entire time.

Also the two guys Lesnar has fought since he came back are both maulers and jericho doesn't really fit into that mold well. Doesn't really make sense to me overall.

 

[samfeeley34]

Punk V Lesnar would be awesome, Twp hey man guys going at it would make for a great SummerSlam match