Shelton Benjamin Makes Impressive AEW Debut, Earns Praise from Mark Henry

Former WWE star Shelton Benjamin has made a significant impact with his recent debut in All Elite Wrestling (AEW). Benjamin, who teamed up with MVP, marked his in-ring debut by defeating Lio Rush on an episode of “AEW Dynamite” last week..

Bobby Lashley, who is reportedly set to join Benjamin and MVP, was not pleased about the match against Lio Rush, indicating some tension within the wrestling community.

Mark Henry, a WWE Hall of Famer, praised Benjamin’s performance on “Busted Open Radio.” Henry highlighted Benjamin’s exceptional physical condition, noting that despite being over 40 years old, Benjamin looks and performs like a much younger athlete. Henry also commended Benjamin’s ability to excel on the mic under AEW’s structure, where he can express himself freely.

Henry jokingly mentioned Benjamin’s diet, which includes Ho-Hos, Ding-Dongs, and Snickers, yet still maintains an impressive physical form. He emphasized that Benjamin’s mentality and physical prowess make him a formidable opponent in the ring. Henry also drew parallels between himself and Benjamin, suggesting that both are naturally suited to play villainous roles, much like Frankenstein‘s monster.

Benjamin’s debut and subsequent performances have generated significant interest, with many anticipating his future matches and character development in AEW. According to Henry, the AEW audience can expect to learn more about Benjamin’s character over the next two months.