Bobby Lashley AEW Tag Champion status was solidified when he and Shelton Benjamin surpassed 200 days as World Tag Team Champions in All Elite Wrestling (AEW) early in 2025. The duo claimed the titles after defeating Private Party and have since maintained a commanding presence in the division.
The Rise of Bobby Lashley and Shelton Benjamin in AEW
In 2024, MVP reunited with Bobby Lashley and Shelton Benjamin to form the Hurt Syndicate, a faction that quickly made an impact in AEW. This alliance echoed their successful partnership during their <a href="https://cynicaltimes.org/category/wrestling-news/wwe/”>WWE days. Following their initial victory over Private Party, Lashley and Benjamin successfully defended their World Tag Team Championship against numerous challengers, demonstrating their strength and synergy.
MVP Reflects on Past Tag Team Experience with Matt Hardy
MVP, a key figure within the Hurt Syndicate and AEW, recently praised former AEW star Matt Hardy during an episode of the Marking Out podcast. He recalled their time as tag team partners in WWE, highlighting the ease of working alongside Hardy and the competitive nature of their matches.
“The one tag partner that made everything easier- been fortunate through the years to have been blessed with some elite-level tag team partners; if I’m teaming with Shelton [Benjamin] it’s an easy night. I think the quickest and I guess probably most honest answer would be the great Matt Hardy. Never lost a match to Matt Hardy and I’m the ‘Captain’ of the team and I will always be better than Matt Hardy.” —MVP, AEW Wrestler
Current Dominance and Future Prospects in AEW’s Tag Team Division
As leaders of the Hurt Syndicate, MVP, Lashley, and Benjamin continue to command respect within AEW’s tag team ranks. Their extended reign as champions highlights their dominance and marks a significant milestone for the faction. Fans and analysts alike are eager to see how long Lashley and Benjamin will hold onto the titles and whether new challengers can disrupt their reign in the coming months.
