Rumor Roundup: Brock Lesnar retirement, WWE baffled by AEW, Mercedes Moné plan, more!

Key Points:

• Despite speculation that Brock Lesnar might retire after his SummerSlam match in Minnesota, WWE insiders believe he will not retire and is expected to return for major events, such as WrestleMania 43 in Saudi Arabia.
• WWE initially planned for Solo Sikoa's babyface turn to be brief, but due to his popularity and backstage reputation as a funny personality, there is talk of extending his run in this role.
• WWE creative reportedly favors CM Punk, Roman Reigns, Oba Femi, Chad Gable, Trick Williams, and GUNTHER to win their SummerSlam matches, while the outcomes for Finn Balor vs. Sami Zayn and the interim women’s championship ladder match remain undecided.
• WWE has invited Hall of Famer Jesse Ventura to attend SummerSlam in Minnesota and may feature him on camera during the pre-show.
• In AEW, there is backstage confusion over Tony Khan’s booking of Persephone, who has been losing frequently despite her potential, and plans for All In London were adjusted to ensure a title match between Mercedes Mone and Willow Nightingale at Wembley Stadium.