Braun Strowman Targets Summer 2026 Return to Wrestling

Former WWE Universal Champion Braun Strowman is considering a return to professional wrestling as early as this summer, balancing potential in-ring competition with ongoing commitments to his reality television show and burgeoning media production company.

From the Ring to the Road: Strowman’s Post-WWE Ventures

Since his release from WWE in May 2025 , Adam Scherr, known to fans as Braun Strowman, has diversified his career. He launched Meat Castle Media, a production studio, and became the host of “Everything on the Menu,” a food-based reality series that sees him travel across the United States sampling local cuisine. The show was renewed for a second season in January 2026 and is co-produced by WWE, allowing Strowman to continue using his wrestling persona.

Recent Health Challenges and Recovery

Strowman’s return plans were temporarily sidelined earlier in 2026 due to a health issue requiring urgent surgery to drain fluid from his knee caused by an infection. This raised concerns about his ability to return to the physically demanding world of professional wrestling.

Responding to the Femi-Lesnar Confrontation

The recent confrontation between Oba Femi and Brock Lesnar on Monday Night RAW sparked renewed interest in Strowman’s potential return. On March 17, 2026, Strowman posted a throwback image on X (formerly Twitter) of himself slamming Lesnar, with the caption “There’s isn’t and will never be another like me!!!” He further stated he could defeat Femi “faster than Goldberg,” referencing his own quick Universal Title win over Goldberg in the past.

Timeline for a Potential Return

When questioned by podcaster Mike Gilbert about his return timeline, Strowman indicated a possible return this summer, but cautioned that it depends on his filming schedule for season two of “Everything on the Menu” and other projects. “Maybe this summer,” Strowman replied. “I’m mid filming season two of Everything on the Menu now and have a few other projects. So will see.” His last match was on April 18, 2025, teaming with LA Knight against Solo Sikoa and Jacob Fatu.

What’s Next for “The Monster of All Monsters”?

While a summer 2026 return remains a possibility, Strowman’s commitments outside of WWE and his recent health concerns indicate a definitive timeline is still uncertain. Fans will be watching closely to see if “The Monster of All Monsters” will once again step into the squared circle.