Braun Strowman Shuts Down WWE Return Rumors

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Braun Strowman has put an end to questions about a potential return to the WWE ring, at least for the foreseeable future, delivering one of the more colorful responses to fan speculation in recent memory.

Strowman addressed the ongoing questions directly on X, making clear that a financial incentive would be required before he laces up his boots again, while simultaneously promoting the upcoming premiere of his television show.

"For everyone asking when I'm getting back in the ring. When a dump truck of gold blocks get dumped on my porch!!!! Otherwise I'll see ya Jun 5th at 10pm for season two of Everything On The Menu!"

Strowman was part of WWE's roster cuts in May 2025, with his last match taking place on the April 18, 2025 episode of SmackDown. He had previously described himself as semi-retired from professional wrestling as he turned his attention toward acting and television. He reiterated in October that he was taking a break from the ring, and his latest post suggests that position has not changed.

The June 5 premiere date for Everything On The Menu Season 2 also connects to a broader programming shift. Dave Meltzer of the Wrestling Observer Newsletter has reported that SmackDown is expected to revert to a two-hour format, with Bodyslam suggesting the switch could happen within the next few weeks. The timing aligns with Strowman's cooking show returning to the 10 p.m. slot on USA Network that the third hour of SmackDown currently occupies.

Everything On The Menu debuted its first season on USA Network last year during a period when Strowman was no longer under WWE contract. The show focuses on food and restaurant visits, a direction that reflects the broader pivot Strowman has been making away from professional wrestling as his primary career.