Brock Lesnar's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Brock Lesnar. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Brock Lesnar is an American professional wrestler, mixed martial artist, amateur wrestler, and former professional football player. He is widely considered one of the most accomplished combat sports athletes globally, holding heavyweight championships in WWE, UFC, NJPW, IGF, and NCAA. Currently signed with WWE but on hiatus (as of 2023), Lesnar's career showcases a rare level of success across multiple combat sports disciplines.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Challenges & Struggles Controversies & Scandals

1997: 5th Place at NJCAA

In 1997, Brock Lesnar, during his freshman year at Bismarck State College, placed 5th in the 275 lb. division of the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA).

1998: NJCAA Heavyweight Champion

In 1998, Brock Lesnar was the NJCAA Heavyweight Champion.

1998: NJCAA Championship Win

In 1998, Brock Lesnar, during his sophomore year at Bismarck State College, won the 275 lb championship at the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA).

2000: NCAA Division I National Championship

In 2000, Brock Lesnar won the NCAA Division I national championship while competing in collegiate wrestling for the University of Minnesota.

2000: NCAA Division I Heavyweight Wrestling Championship

In 2000, Brock Lesnar won the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division I heavyweight wrestling championship during his senior year.

2002: WWE Championship Win

In mid-2002, Brock Lesnar won the WWE Championship at the age of 25, becoming the youngest performer to ever win the championship.

January 2003: Royal Rumble Victory

In January 2003, Brock Lesnar defeated Big Show at Royal Rumble to enter the Rumble match, which he won by last eliminating The Undertaker, earning a title shot at WrestleMania XIX.

2003: Royal Rumble Win

In 2003, Brock Lesnar won the Royal Rumble match, earning a title shot at WrestleMania XIX.

2005: Signs with NJPW

In 2005, Brock Lesnar returned to wrestling and signed with New Japan Pro-Wrestling (NJPW), where he won the IWGP Heavyweight Championship.

2005: NJPW Debut and IWGP Heavyweight Championship Win

In 2005, Brock Lesnar returned to wrestling by debuting in New Japan Pro-Wrestling (NJPW) and on October 8, he won the IWGP Heavyweight Championship defeating Kazuyuki Fujita and Masahiro Chono in a three-way match at the Tokyo Dome.

June 2, 2007: Lesnar Wins First MMA Match

On June 2, 2007, Brock Lesnar won his first official MMA match at the Dynamite!! USA show by submitting Min-soo Kim with strikes in the first round.

July 11, 2009: Lesnar defeats Mir at UFC 100 to become Undisputed UFC Heavyweight Champion

On July 11, 2009, at UFC 100, Brock Lesnar fought Frank Mir, winning via technical knockout after landing heavy ground and pound in the second round. Lesnar's victory made him the Undisputed UFC Heavyweight Champion. During the post-match celebration, he flipped off the crowd and disparaged Bud Light before apologizing later and endorsing the product.

2010: Undisputed UFC Heavyweight Champion

In 2010, Brock Lesnar defeated Interim UFC Heavyweight Champion Shane Carwin to unify the heavyweight championships and become the undisputed UFC Heavyweight Champion.

January 25, 2015: WWE World Heavyweight Championship Retained

On January 25, 2015, at the Royal Rumble, Brock Lesnar retained the WWE World Heavyweight Championship against John Cena and Seth Rollins.

2015: Match of the Year Slammy Award

Brock Lesnar defeated The Undertaker in a Hell in a Cell match on October 25, 2015 and this match was voted "Match of the Year" during the 2015 Slammy Awards.

July 9, 2017: Successful Title Defense Against Samoa Joe at Great Balls of Fire

On July 9, 2017, at the inaugural Great Balls of Fire event, Brock Lesnar successfully defended his title against Samoa Joe.

January 28, 2018: Successful Title Defense at Royal Rumble

On January 28, 2018, at the Royal Rumble, Brock Lesnar successfully defended his title in a triple threat match against Braun Strowman and Kane.

January 27, 2019: Lesnar defeats Finn Balor at Royal Rumble

On January 27, 2019, at the Royal Rumble, Brock Lesnar successfully defended the title against Finn Bálor via submission.

May 19, 2019: Lesnar wins Money in the Bank

On May 19, 2019, at Money in the Bank, Brock Lesnar surprisingly replaced Sami Zayn and won the Money in the Bank ladder match, earning a championship match at any time.