As WWE’s Road to WrestleMania XL intensifies, tensions escalate, particularly with Bobby Lashley at the center of a heated rivalry, extending beyond a single adversary.
The ongoing faction warfare pits Lashley, leading The Pride alongside Montez Ford, Angelo Dawkins, and B-Fab, against The Final Testament, comprising Karrion Kross, Akam, Rezar, Scarlett, and Paul Ellering.
Recent chaos unfolded as Lashley claimed victory over Kross on SmackDown, further fueling their animosity.
"I just want to BEAT UP Kross" 💥@fightbobby feels disrespected by @realKILLERkross and believes Kross is taking the wrong approach to earn respect in the WWE 👀
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In an interview with WWE on TNT Sports, Lashley emphasized Kross’s need to prove himself and criticized his perceived disrespect. Reflecting on his respect for Kross and The Final Testament, Lashley expressed disappointment in their approach, stating,
“I wanted to fight you, but now I want to beat you up.”
Amidst speculation of a WrestleMania XL matchup, rumors hint at a potential six-man bout, pitting Lashley, Dawkins, and Ford against Kross, Akam, and Rezar, possibly with a No Disqualification stipulation.
Additionally, Ellering, Scarlett, and B-Fab may feature at ringside, with the possibility of Scarlett and B-Fab joining the match for an eight-person mixed tag team showdown.
The outcome of this rumored match hinges on The Street Profits’ participation in the Six-Pack Ladder Match, determined in an upcoming face-off against Grayson Waller and Austin Theory.
Beyond the squared circle, Lashley hints at ventures beyond WWE, as he shares glimpses of his acting career. With successes in MMA, pro wrestling, and the entertainment industry, Lashley teases potential future roles, underscoring his versatility and ambition.
As WrestleMania XL looms nearer, the anticipation for both in-ring showdowns and potential career ventures continues to mount, promising an electrifying culmination to WWE’s flagship event.
