Royal Rumble 2022 - 7 Potential finishes for Brock Lesnar vs. Bobby Lashley: Unexpected squash, Potential distractions, & More

#5. A grueling Royal Rumble clash sees Brock Lesnar retain his WWE Championship

Perhaps the most straightforward outcome to this Royal Rumble match is a successful title defense from Brock Lesnar at the end of a competitive clash.

While this may not sound like the most groundbreaking development, The Beast Incarnate's triumph over Bobby Lashley is a safe booking decision on the Road to WrestleMania 38.

Lesnar's laidback version of his character has struck a chord with the WWE Universe, so it would not be the worst idea to keep the world title on him for a while.

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#4. Everyone witnesses yet another squash match in Brock Lesnar's favor

Even though the WWE Champion has suffered a squash loss in recent history, he is the one who does the squashing on most occasions.

Kofi Kingston and Ricochet have been on the receiving end of such finishes against Lesnar. Of course, Lashley is on a whole different level as far as size and strength are concerned. But his upcoming opponent has also made quick work of someone like Cain Velasquez, a two-time UFC Heavyweight Champion.

As a result, there is always a chance that The Beast Incarnate's next title defense — which seems to be competitive on the surface — could end in a few seconds or minutes for the challenger.

While such an outcome at Royal Rumble would likely lead to intense negative feedback, it is a WWE booking trend that fans have grown quite familiar with over the years.