In a recent revelation that has taken the wrestling and boxing communities by storm, two-time WWE Champion, Bobby Lashley, has expressed his keen interest in stepping into the boxing ring.
Lashley, a prominent figure in WWE, is no stranger to combat sports, having previously ventured into Impact Wrestling and other combat sports arenas like Strikeforce, Titan Fighting Championship, and Bellator.
The Boxing Ambition
In a candid conversation with Alex McCarthy for Mail Sport, Lashley opened up about his aspirations in boxing. He acknowledged the ticking clock on his fighting career but emphasised his undying passion for the sport.
Lashley mentioned, “I’ve been talking about it for a while now. At some point in time in your career, you have to stop fighting. But I still have so much fight left in me.”
He further revealed that he had been offered a bare-knuckle fight against a football player and had discussed potential boxing matches he’d be interested in. Lashley believes that boxing is the direction he wants to take at this juncture.
Potential Opponents
While the wrestling superstar is eager to step into the boxing ring, he clarified that he doesn’t see himself facing Tyson Fury.
Lashley stated, “Am I fighting Tyson Fury? I don’t think so. That’s not where I wanna go.” He expressed his desire to face an opponent with boxing experience, someone who shares his passion and drive for the sport.
The Future Awaits
With Tyson Fury’s recent victory over Francis Ngannou on October 28, the boxing world is abuzz with potential matchups.
Whether ‘The Almighty’ Bobby Lashley will dominate the boxing ring as he has the wrestling ring remains to be seen.
However, given his track record and determination, it wouldn’t be a surprise to see him excel in yet another combat sport.
FAQ
- Who is Bobby Lashley?
- Bobby Lashley is a two-time WWE Champion and a well-respected figure in the wrestling community.
- Has Lashley participated in other combat sports?
- Yes, Lashley has competed in Impact Wrestling, Strikeforce, Titan Fighting Championship, and Bellator.
- What did Lashley say about boxing?
- Lashley expressed a keen interest in participating in a boxing match in the future. He believes that boxing is the direction he wants to take at this point in his career.
- Will Lashley face Tyson Fury in a boxing match?
- Lashley clarified that he doesn’t see himself facing Tyson Fury but is open to facing other opponents with boxing experience.
- When did Tyson Fury defeat Francis Ngannou?
- Tyson Fury defeated Francis Ngannou via a split decision on October 28.
