Brock Lesnar’s seven-second victory over Kofi Kingston for the WWE Championship in October 2019 has faced significant backlash from fans and former wrestlers alike, with current AEW star MVP expressing his disappointment during a recent episode of the Markin’ Out podcast.
Lesnar, who holds the record for the youngest WWE Champion after defeating The Rock at SummerSlam 2002, returned to the spotlight with this controversial title win, which many viewed as a hastily executed move aimed at building a storyline around Lesnar and UFC rival Cain Velasquez. MVP criticized this quick defeat of Kingston, who had garnered significant momentum and fan support during his title reign.
MVP stated, “I thought that was just stupid killing Kofi off. There was some measure of disingenuousness with that. I can’t say exactly why. I thought there was no need to do that to Kofi.” This sentiment resonates with many fans who felt that Kingston deserved a more meaningful title defense, especially after his hard-fought win at WrestleMania 35.
Despite the negative reception of Lesnar’s quick victory, Kofi Kingston eventually had another opportunity to challenge for the WWE Title at Money In The Bank 2021, although he was unsuccessful against Bobby Lashley.
This incident highlights the ongoing discussions within the wrestling community regarding storylines and the treatment of superstars. Fans continue to hope that future story arcs will honor the journeys of beloved wrestlers rather than diminish their achievements. The evolution of Kofi Kingston’s character and his resilience since that moment might also serve as an inspiring reminder of how athletes can overcome setbacks and continue to grow in their careers.