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After defeating Brock Lesnar at the Royal Rumble, Bobby Lashley is the new WWE Champion. Roman Reigns may have delivered him a welcome assist, but The All-Mighty was of great value during the match. He didn't back down from Lesnar one bit.
With reports stating the uncertainty of the WWE Championship match for WrestleMania 38, it'll be interesting to see what Lashley does next. Several RAW stars will want a shot at the title now that it's out of The Beast Incarnate's hands.
Bobby Lashley has a few potential opponents as we head towards the Elimination Chamber in Saudi Arabia and The Show of Shows. But who will step up to him? The coming episode of RAW just got a shot in the arm in terms of intrigue.
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Let's take a look at five potential opponents for the new WWE Champion following the Royal Rumble.
#5. Brock Lesnar might pursue a rematch after winning the Royal Rumble Match
This is unlikely as Brock Lesnar is almost guaranteed to face Roman Reigns at WrestleMania 38 after winning the Men's Royal Rumble Match. But until The Beast Incarnate makes his official decision, there will be a small chance he chooses Bobby Lashley.
There's a possibility of the two heavyweights clashing again after The Show of Shows. Whether Lashley remains the WWE Champion by then is anybody's guess. Lesnar has unfinished business with The All-Mighty.
#4. Seth Rollins won his world title match at the Royal Rumble by DQ
Seth Rollins won his match against Roman Reigns at Royal Rumble, albeit by disqualification. So, the story between the two former brothers hasn't been resolved, and with Brock Lesnar most likely re-entering the Universal title scene, The Drip God will be back on RAW permanently.
As a result, Rollins may want another world title shot, this time against Lashley. The two had a great match a few weeks ago, but it was interrupted. A proper feud between them is promising. If one of them turns babyface, Seth Rollins would be a great opponent for Bobby Lashley at WrestleMania.
#3. Bobby Lashley can turn face to feud with Omos
Speaking of potential face turns, Bobby Lashley could get one if WWE opts to pair him with Omos. The seven-foot giant had a decent showing in the Rumble Match, and it took multiple stars to eliminate him. This suggests some big plans might be in place for the former RAW Tag Team Champion.
Omos could overpower The All-Mighty on his way to a WWE Championship win. However, this shouldn't be considered, at least for now. Omos is still improving in the ring and has a long way to go.
#2. AJ Styles should return to WWE Championship contention
One of the stars of the Men's Rumble Match, AJ Styles lasted a while from the #1 spot. He eliminated six WWE Superstars and looked set for a return to the main event scene. The Phenomenal One has been in fantastic form recently.
AJ's momentum should continue with a world title program against Bobby Lashley. The two can have an excellent match, with a perfect storm of technical brilliance, brutal strikes, speed, and power.
The title doesn't even need to change hands for AJ Styles to further remind everybody how good he is. He deserves a big match at WrestleMania, whether it's against Lashley or someone else.
#1. Bobby Lashley vs. Edge at WrestleMania 38?
The highest-profile match Bobby Lashley could have right now as WWE Champion is against Edge. It would fit right into The Rated-R Superstar's story as he's still craving a world title shot. He won last year's Royal Rumble but was forced to share the main event of WrestleMania 37 with Daniel Bryan.
Edge's next Universal Championship match ended in interference, which kickstarted his classic rivalry with Seth Rollins. He then returned straight into a program with The Miz.
Following Beth Phoenix and his win over Miz and Maryse at the Royal Rumble, Edge may want to return to the world title scene. He and Lashley can have a fascinating match for the WWE Championship. A battle of the spears that feels worthy of the WrestleMania stage.
While this would likely lead to Edge's 12th world title victory, Bobby Lashley would be elevated in a storyline opposite the WWE Hall of Famer. The coming months will be interesting for The All-Mighty following his big win at the Royal Rumble.
