Just 21-year-old Je’Von Evans has been making a splash in NXT since signing with WWE, taking on top stars like Ilja Dragunov, Shawn Spears, and Oba Femi. His biggest opportunity yet came tonight, as he competed in a number one contender’s Battle Royal for the NXT Championship against some of NXT’s best wrestlers, including Shawn Spears, Frankie Kazarian, and Dragon Lee. The match proved intense, with surprise appearances from Joe Hendry and Frankie Kazarian.
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The final four competitors were Shawn Spears, Je’Von Evans, Frankie Kazarian, and Dragon Lee. Evans eliminated Kazarian, while Spears eliminated Lee. The back-and-forth between Evans and Spears ended with Evans sending Spears over the top rope to pick up the win. Evans will now face Trick Williams for the NXT Championship at Heatwave on July 7. If Evans defeats Williams at the event, he will become the youngest NXT Champion in history.
This win marks a significant milestone in Evans’ young career, showcasing his talent and potential to become a dominant force in NXT. With his sights set on the NXT Championship, Evans is poised to make history and become a rising star in WWE.
