5 current WWE Superstars that fought in MMA

#4 Bobby Lashley

As an MMA competitor, Bobby Lashley posted a 15-2 overall record

In the middle of his wrestling career, WWE Superstar Bobby Lashley competed in MMA from 2008 to 2018. With an amateur wrestling background, Lashley adapted quickly to the trading blows with his opponents.

Thank you everyone for the birthday wishes. Same as last year, my only wish is for @BrockLesnar to finally get in the ring with me. #BobbyVsBrock @WWE @WWEonFOX https://t.co/YEOFaxi7oz
— Bobby Lashley (@fightbobby) July 17, 2020

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During his MMA career, Lashley went an impressive 15-2. Bobby Lashley competed in Bellator MMA, where he compiled an undefeated 5-0 record. Lashley showed his dominance in his bouts, proving that he could be a force in professional wrestling and MMA.

When two dudes as big as @BraunStrowman and I go all over the arena, you know something crazy is gonna happen!! Let’s run it back some day big man...maybe put that #UniversalTitle on the line 👀 https://t.co/52Umf3dRYC
— Bobby Lashley (@fightbobby) July 13, 2020

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After leaving WWE in 2008, Lashley spent time on the independent circuit that same year before heading to TNA/IMPACT Wrestling from 2009-2010. Bobby Lashley returned to WWE in 2018 and has been a prominent member of the WWE RAW roster since his return. Lashley continued to compete in MMA until he returned to WWE.

Lashley has been involved in several storylines since his return to WWE. Most recently, Lashley faced WWE Champion Drew McIntyre for the championship, eventually losing the match at WWE Backlash. Lashley, MVP and Shelton Benjamin have now formed a faction on RAW.