Shelton Benjamin made his highly anticipated debut on the October 16, 2024 episode of AEW Dynamite. Benjamin, who had previously signed with AEW earlier this month, faced off against Lio Rush in a match that lived up to the hype.
WHAT A KICK TO LIO RUSH!
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Benjamin, known for his incredible athleticism and technical prowess, dominated the match from start to finish. He showcased his signature moves, including a breathtaking leap to the top rope, where he dragged Rush down with a powerful Exploder Powerslam. The San Jose crowd was on their feet as Benjamin secured the victory with a T-Bone Suplex.
After the match, MVP (formerly known as Montel Vontavious Porter) came to the ring and addressed the audience, praising Benjamin's performance and calling out Swerve Strickland to reconsider his decision to reject MVP's managerial services. This sets the stage for a potential future feud between Benjamin and Strickland.
