Former WWE faction reportedly in talks with AEW for a reunion
The former WWE faction is in talks for joining WWE's rival company, AEW, for a reunion after being released back in August.
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The Hurt Business was a faction that many wrestling fans believed was destined for greatness. However, internal politics led to the group being torn apart, resulting in key members like MVP, Bobby Lashley, and Shelton Benjamin being released from the company. Recently, there’s been renewed buzz around the once-dominant faction, with reports suggesting they are in talks to join AEW, WWE’s rival promotion.
According to reports from Fightful Select, MVP, Bobby Lashley, and Shelton Benjamin have been in talks with AEW, with discussions also underway about rebranding the group as “The Hurt Syndicate” under the new company. However, it remains unconfirmed whether the trio has officially signed a new contract or if the deal is still in progress.
The group achieved considerable success during their 18-month run. While Lashley enjoyed his time at the top as WWE Champion, Cedric Alexander, and Shelton Benjamin captured the Tag Team titles. However, the faction was disbanded in 2021 and has not reunited since. According to the former United States Champion, Triple H and WWE were the reasons why the group never got back together.
The Gold Standard left the Stamford-based company in September of last year and is now wrestling on the indie circuit. Meanwhile, MVP and The Almighty announced their departure from the company on social media in August. Currently, Alexander is the only remaining member of The Hurt Business, regularly competing on NXT.
MVP talked about his first 24-hour water fast and shared his experience with fans
Since his release, MVP has been taking special care of his body. He recently visited Cancun, Mexico for stem cell therapy and has also earned a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. The former United States Champion discussed putting his body through extreme conditions on social media.
The 50-year-old veteran took to X to announce that he had just successfully completed a 24-hour water fast. He revealed that this was his first attempt in a long time and admitted that he should try this type of practice more often. Another popular personality in the combat sphere who promotes water fasting is UFC CEO, Dana White.
Just completed a 24-hour water fast. My 1st in quite some time. I need to do this more often.MVP on X
MVP frequently shares updates about maintaining his physical fitness and has expressed a desire to wrestle a few more matches before he retires. In his latest social media post, the former United States Champion was seen practicing in the ring.
Fans noticed an interesting detail that Shelton was also in the picture, hinting that The Hurt Business members were training together.
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