 On the April 27 episode of "Impact Wrestling", Moose defended his title against Davey Richards but the match ended in a no-contest.After the match, DeAngelo Williams and Gary Barnidge, who were on Moose's side during the match, attacked Richard.On the May 30 episode of "Impact Wrestling" at Mumbai, India, Moose challenged once again Lashley for the Impact World Heavyweight Championship, but was ultimately defeated.