100 Best Wrestling Moves EVER
74. Brock Lesnar | The Brock Lock
Brock Lesnar’s Brock Lock is a brutal submission hold that exemplifies the sheer dominance and unmatched physicality of ‘The Beast Incarnate.’ While Lesnar is best known for his German suplexes and the F5, the Brock Lock is a hidden gem in his arsenal that highlighted his versatility during his original run. It was both effective and terrifyingly believable.
With ease, Lesnar could seize his opponent’s leg, establishing total control with his raw power. From there, he lifts the leg high and drapes it over the back of his neck, creating an unnatural angle that immediately signals danger. The visual is striking: Lesnar, towering and menacing, stands as his opponent writhes in agony, their body contorted by the relentless torque he applies.
The effectiveness of the Brock Lock lies in its combination of leverage and obvious visible pain. The position stretches the hamstring and hyperextends the knee, while the neck placement creates a believable image of maximum pressure. Lesnar’s strength and intensity amplify the move’s credibility, as his typical body language - gritted teeth, flexed muscles, rage - sells the idea that he could follow all the way through and simply tear his opponent apart with ease.