Shelton Benjamin Names Dream AEW Opponents, Including Will Ospreay and Jon Moxley

One Big Thing

Former WWE veteran Shelton Benjamin, fresh off his AEW debut, has revealed an impressive list of dream opponents he hopes to face in Tony Khan’s promotion, with Will Ospreay topping his wishlist.

Why It Matters

Benjamin’s arrival in AEW adds another layer of legitimacy to the company’s roster, bringing his two decades of experience and technical prowess. His potential matchups could create fresh, compelling content for AEW’s programming.

By The Numbers

• 2 wins since debut (against Lio Rush and Sammy Guevara)
• 20+ years of professional wrestling experience
• 3 Intercontinental Championship reigns in WWE

Key Targets

New Matchups

• Will Ospreay
• Jon Moxley
• Swerve Strickland
• MJF
• Powerhouse Hobbs

Familiar Faces

• Christian Cage
• Edge (if he ever arrives in AEW)

Behind The Scenes

Speaking on Busted Open Radio, Benjamin emphasized the depth of AEW’s roster: “AEW is flooded with great talents. My first thought, because I think the guy is phenomenal, is Will Ospreay.”

What’s Next

Benjamin’s recent alignment with MVP and the formation of The Hurt Syndicate with Bobby Lashley suggests we’ll see these dream matchups unfold in the coming months as the faction establishes its dominance in AEW.

Which dream match would you like to see Shelton Benjamin in first? Share your thoughts in the comments below!