Still Lashed to the Mast of Controversy

If Bobby Lashley, 32, thought his MMA life would be free from beyond-the-ring drama (a regular element in his pro wrestling stint from fall 2005 to winter 2008), the events surrounding his second MMA bout have blown that belief sky-high.

Lashley was poised to move up in caliber from his inaugural tussle, a Dec. 12, 2008 fight against fellow first-timer Joshua Franklin. His next opponent: Shamrock, a UFC Hall of Famer and 45-year-old first-generation icon from way back when they used to call the sport "extreme fighting." Then word came down from on high -- the California State Athletic Commission -- that Shamrock had tested positive for three banned substances in his previous bout, a knockout win over Ross Clifton on Feb. 13 in Fresno...More?

source: sports.espn.go.com

Ex-WWE stars to fight in MMA bout

Former WWE superstar and NAIA national wrestling champion Bobby Lashley will compete in his second pro fight against one of MMA's early ancestors, Ken Shamrock on March 21 in Pensacola, Fla., according to reports...More?

source: msn.foxsports.com

Lashley: 'I Can Match Up with Any Heavyweight Right Now'

Wrestling for the WWE for three years seems to take center stage, but that’s a distinction Lashley hopes will take a backseat after joining American Top Team.

“Coming into MMA, I just wanted to make sure people realize that I’m coming in this for real and I want to be known as a fighter that used to be a professional wrestler as opposed to a professional wrestler that’s now fighting,”...More?

source: sherdog.com

Bobby Lashley Wins First MMA Fight

Bobby Lashley won his MMA debut fight against Joshia Franklin in 41 seconds. The match took place at American Airlines Arena in Miami, Florida. Lashley scored a takedown and then opened up the head of Franklin with vicious punches, which caused the ref to stop the fight. This was Franklin's first fight as well.

source: wrestlingobserver.com

Former WWE pro wrestler Bobby Lashley joins ATT

Former WWE pro wrestler Bobby Lashley has joined the American Top Team.

Lashley, 32, carries with him a strong base in amateur wrestling. The Kansas-born big man won three national amateur wrestling championships while attending Missouri Valley College from 1995-1998. He is also a former National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) wrestling champion.

Lashley joins a camp that includes UFC competitors Thiago Alves, Thiago Silva, Wilson Gouveia, Cole Miller and Ben Saunders. Lashley signed in June to compete for the upstart American Fight League.

source: mmafighting.com

Bobby Lashley signs with American Fight League

Former World Wrestling Entertainment performer and decorated amateur wrestler Bobby Lashley is the latest signing for the Kentucky-based American Fight League.

A source close to the 31-year-old told MMAjunkie.com (www.mmajunkie.com) that Lashley will be introduced as an AFL signee -- perhaps the organization's biggest to date -- during tonight's "Bulletproof" show at Phillips Arena in Atlanta...More?

source: mmajunkie.com

Bobby Lashley's wrestling return

Tonight, Friday, May 23, is former ECW Champion Bobby Lashley’s first return to the wrestling ring since being released by WWE, according to a news item posted on 1Wrestling.com May 22. His return will be for Booker T’s Texas PWA organization in Texas. The event will be held at the Pasadena Convention Center starting at 7:30 p.m.

source: 1wrestling.com

Bobby Lashley Update

Bobby Lashley stated in a recent article that he is definitely interested in MMA fighting and would consider TNA if "we can work some things out". He also stated that his girlfriend, former WWE Diva Kristal Marshall, is pregnant.

Rumor Mill - Bobby Lashley

Booker T's promotion, Pro Wrestling Alliance has the following event scheduled:

CRITICAL CONDITION - FRIDAY MAY 23, 2008
Pasadena Convention Center
Bell-Time 7:30pm/Doors Open 6:30pm
* Very Special Mystery Guest!!*

Rumor has it that the "very special mystery guest" is Bobby Lashley.

Congress Contacts Bobby Lashley & Chris Masters

Members of Congress reached out to at least two former WWE wrestlers shortly after their respective departures from the company. Those wrestlers are Chris Masters and Bobby Lashley...More?

source: rajah.com

Bobby Lashley Leaving the WWE

From Bobby Lashley's official website, www.BobbyLashleyOnline.com:

I am sorry to everyone here but I am serious when I say I won't be back. Everyone wants to come here and hear the real story and I am telling you the real story. Circumstances which are out of my control left me no decision but to leave the WWE. I can't go into details of this now but like I said before sometimes people will hate you personally and try to destroy you which has happened here. Evil has prevailed however like I said before if you continue your struggle doors will open around these people. You have not scene the last of me so please don't stop your support. Add Bobby Lashley to the list of RECENTLY RELEASED!

Lashley makes his 'Maxim' debut

Want to learn how to build muscle and strength? There’s no one better to ask than Bobby Lashley. The Raw Superstar is featured in Maxim magazine’s Expert Fitness column in the August issue, which is on sale now...More?

Triple H Return Info (Possible Spoiler)

From a WWE cable affiliate site:

Event Description: WWE heads to New York City for the Biggest Party of the Summer. Watch what happens when Jackass invades SummerSlam to challenge the Samoan Bulldozer, Umaga. Don’t miss John Cena, Batista, Lashley, Edge, Rey Mysterio and the return of Triple H as WWE presents SummerSlam on Sunday, August 26th, live at 8PM ET/5PM PT, only on Pay-Per-View. A World Wrestling Entertainment Production. Check out wwe.com for more details. Event Location: Continental Arena, East Rutherford, NJ

Complete 2007 WWE Draft Results

The following names have all been moved to new brands. The first eleven draft picks took place on RAW last week while another fifteen took place on WWE.com's 'Supplemental Draft' earlier today:

Full WWE Draft Results:
Pick #1 - The Great Khali (to Smackdown)
Pick #2 - The Boogeyman (to ECW)
Pick #3 - King Booker with Sharmell (to Raw)
Pick #4 - Chris Benoit (to ECW)
Pick #5 - Torrie Wilson (to Smackdown)
Pick #6- Chris Masters (to Smackdown)
Pick #7 - Bobby Lashley (to Raw)
Pick #8 - Ric Flair (to Smackdown)
Pick #9 - Snitsky (to Raw)
Pick #10 - Mr. Kennedy (to Raw)
Pick #11 - Brian Kendrick (to Raw)
Pick #12 - Paul London (to Raw)
Pick #13 - Kenny Dykstra (to Smackdown)
Pick #14 - Viscera (to ECW)
Pick #15 - The Sandman (to RAW)
Pick #16 - Bob Holly (to Smackdown)
Pick #17 - The Miz (to ECW)
Pick #18 - Daivari (to RAW)
Pick #19 - The Major Brothers (to Smackdown)
Pick #20 - William Regal (to Raw)
Pick #21 - Victoria (to Smackdown)
Pick #22 - Jillian Hall (to RAW)
Pick #23 - Eugene (to Smackdown)
Pick #24 - Johnny Nitro (to ECW)

source: wrestlezone.com

WWE 2007 Draft Results

I think it is clear by the results the direction the company is going. I'm especially thrilled that Ken Kennedy is coming to Raw.

Pick No. 1: SmackDown selects The Great Khali

Pick No. 2: ECW selects The Boogeyman

Pick No. 3: Raw selects King Booker (w/ Queen Sharmell)

Pick No. 4: ECW selects Chris Benoit

Pick No. 5: SmackDown selects Torrie Wilson

Pick No. 6: SmackDown selects Chris Masters

Pick No. 7: Raw selects ECW World Champion Bobby Lashley

Pick No. 8: SmackDown selects “Nature Boy” Ric Flair

Picks No. 9 and 10: Raw selects Snitsky and Mr. Kennedy

Supplemental Draft for Wednesday, Noon ET on WWE.com has been rescheduled for Sunday at Noon ET.

source: wwe.com

A 'Salute' to Lashley

Bobby Lashley, the current ECW Champion will be on the cover of the April/May edition of Salute magazine.

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