The recent scrutiny around Bobby Lashley‘s WWE booking under Triple H has ignited debate among wrestling fans and insiders, with several key figures voicing their discontent with the way Lashley’s role was handled. The issues came to the forefront after AEW star MVP criticized Triple H’s creative choices, while former WWE writer Vince Russo added his perspective on the matter.
Concerns Over Triple H’s Creative Direction
MVP, currently active in All Elite Wrestling, did not hold back in his evaluation of Triple H’s booking strategy, particularly highlighting concerns about how talents of color were utilized. He specifically referenced Bobby Lashley, pointing out their longstanding association and recalling how Lashley was elevated to world champion status on two occasions during Vince McMahon’s leadership. However, under Triple H’s tenure, MVP noted that Lashley’s position shifted away from the main event scene, seeing him move into mid-card status, which he considered a significant change and disappointment.
Vince Russo Weighs In on Lashley’s Situation
The discussion took a deeper turn when Vince Russo, a prominent former WWE writer, addressed the topic on his recent appearance on “Writing with Russo” for Sportskeeda WrestleBinge. Russo speculated that the full story behind Lashley’s reduced booking under Triple H might never be publicly understood. He suggested that personal dynamics, possibly stemming from past in-ring experiences, could have influenced Triple H’s creative decisions. Russo stated,
“So who knows, I mean, it could have been something as simple as Bobby Lashley was stiff in a match, you know. Like we’ll never ever ever know. But I’m just telling you, bro, because it happened with me at several different companies, man. You cannot be a former talent and book creative objectively,” Russo said. —Vince Russo, former WWE writer
Lashley’s Career Shift After WWE
Following his departure from WWE due to the expiration of his contract, Bobby Lashley joined AEW and reconnected with MVP. The two formations created The Hurt Syndicate, a new faction based in Jacksonville. Their efforts quickly bore fruit, as Lashley and longtime colleague Shelton Benjamin captured the AEW World Tag Team Championship, marking a successful chapter outside WWE.
Implications of Lashley’s WWE Run and Current Status
The debate around Bobby Lashley’s WWE booking under Triple H underscores wider discussions regarding creative management in professional wrestling, especially concerning former top stars like Lashley. As Lashley thrives alongside MVP and Benjamin in AEW, the unresolved reasons behind his WWE mid-card placement remain a topic of speculation, casting light on the often complex relationship between creative control and in-ring talent.
