WWE Wrestlepalooza Opening Match Announced
WWE has confirmed that the blockbuster match between John Cena and Brock Lesnar will kick off this Saturday’s Wrestlepalooza Premium Live Event on ESPN Unlimited.
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WWE has confirmed that the blockbuster match between John Cena and Brock Lesnar will kick off this Saturday’s Wrestlepalooza Premium Live Event on ESPN Unlimited.
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