WWE's Plan for Brock Lesnar at WrestleMania 42 Gets New Update

A rising star could face Lesnar at the biggest event of the year.

Published on Feb. 12, 2026

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Speculation continues to swirl around Brock Lesnar's plans for WrestleMania 42 in Las Vegas, but a new report suggests WWE is considering a match between Lesnar and rising star Oba Femi. The two had a tense confrontation during the recent Royal Rumble event, planting the seeds for a potential showdown at the company's biggest annual show. However, Gunther is also seen as a possible opponent for Lesnar, especially with rumors of Lesnar's potential exit from WWE.

Why it matters

Lesnar is one of WWE's biggest stars, and his WrestleMania match is always a highly anticipated event. The choice of opponent could have major implications for the future of the company, as both Femi and Gunther are seen as rising talents who could become the next face of WWE.

The details

According to the report, WWE has discussed a potential clash between Lesnar and Femi at WrestleMania 42. The two had a tense exchange during the Royal Rumble match, with Lesnar ultimately eliminating Femi. While the match is not set in stone, it appears to be the leading option for Lesnar's WrestleMania plans. If Lesnar doesn't face Femi, Gunther could be a likely alternative, though that match may be better suited for SummerSlam later in the year.

  • The Royal Rumble 2026 event in Saudi Arabia featured an exchange between Lesnar and Femi.
  • WrestleMania 42 is scheduled to take place in Las Vegas this April.
  • SummerSlam 2026 will be held in Lesnar's hometown of Minneapolis.

The players

Brock Lesnar

A former UFC heavyweight champion and one of the biggest stars in WWE history.

Oba Femi

A rising star in WWE who is seen as a potential future main event player for the company.

Gunther

A dominant WWE superstar who has been on a run of retiring aging stars, including John Cena and AJ Styles.

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What’s next

If Lesnar doesn't face Femi at WrestleMania 42, a match against Gunther could be saved for SummerSlam 2026 in Lesnar's hometown of Minneapolis.

The takeaway

Brock Lesnar's WrestleMania match is always a highly anticipated event, and the choice of opponent could have major implications for the future of WWE. Both Oba Femi and Gunther are seen as rising stars who could become the next face of the company, making their potential matchups with Lesnar must-see events.