Bobby Lashley AEW singles match fans are anxiously awaiting as the former WWE World Champion prepares for a challenging bout next week. Lashley will compete in his first singles match in AEW since January, facing the formidable Toa Liona on the upcoming September to Remember show.
Background on Lashley’s Recent AEW Storylines and Tag Team Loss
At Forbidden Door 2025, Bobby Lashley and Shelton Benjamin defended their AEW World Tag Team Championship in a high-stakes three-way tag match against Brodido and FTR. However, the match took an unexpected turn when Ricochet and the Gates of Agony intervened to eliminate The Hurt Syndicate’s chance at victory. This interference led to Lashley and Benjamin losing their titles to Brodido without being directly pinned, setting off tensions between the involved factions.
Escalating Rivalries Leading to Lashley’s Singles Match Announcement
The Hurt Syndicate has been retaliating against Ricochet following the events at Forbidden Door. On the recent episode of AEW Dynamite, Ricochet secured a victory over Shelton Benjamin before a chaotic brawl erupted between the Hurt Syndicate and the Gates of Agony. In the aftermath, officials announced Lashley’s singles match against Toa Liona, marking a significant moment as Lashley steps back into one-on-one competition after several months.
Challenges Posed by Toa Liona and Lashley’s Position
Toa Liona, a member of the Gates of Agony, is recognized for his imposing size and strength, posing a genuine threat to Lashley in their upcoming confrontation. Given the tense ongoing feud and Lashley’s recent tag team loss, this singles encounter adds pressure on Lashley to prove his resilience and establish control amid escalating faction conflicts.
Insight into The Hurt Syndicate’s Internal Dynamics and MJF’s Departure
Earlier this year, Max “MJF” sought to join The Hurt Syndicate and was initially accepted after receiving approval from the group members. However, last month, Lashley made the decision to remove MJF from the faction. During a conversation on The F Y’all podcast, Lashley explained the reasoning behind this action:
“With MJF, I gave the thumbs down. I gave the thumbs down because if I don’t trust you, that’s a big deal for me. And I didn’t trust him bringing him in originally. And then since we’ve gotten in, I just kind of see that he is focused on his own path. So instead of having us stay with us and then now we’re all moving in different directions, I was like, just go on your own path. Yeah. And then you go on your path and let us go on our path,” Bobby said.
Upcoming Trio Match Adds to The Hurt Syndicate’s Stakes at All Out 2025
Beyond Lashley’s singles challenge, The Hurt Syndicate will also be competing in a trios match against Ricochet and the Gates of Agony at the All Out 2025 event. This match is expected to further intensify the rivalries that have been unfolding over the past months, showcasing the deepening conflicts between these AEW factions.
The looming singles match against Toa Liona represents a crucial test for Bobby Lashley in AEW, as he strives to regain momentum after recent setbacks. With tensions running high and multiple faction conflicts intersecting, Lashley’s performance could influence the trajectory of his standing within AEW and the broader narrative heading into All Out 2025.
