WWE NXT Superstar Je'Von Evans had a big match against the 14th WWE World Heavyweight Champion Randy Orton. The developmental brand NXT recently made the move to The CW Network. Last week, former WWE Champion CM Punk appeared on the show's debut episode.
Je'Von Evans earns Randy Orton's respect in thrilling match: NXT highlights, October 8, 2024
CM Punk served as special guest referee for the NXT Championship match between Trick Williams and Ethan Page. With WWE looking to keep the momentum going for NXT, this week's edition featured Randy Orton. Orton faced rising star Je'Von Evans in the main event of the show.
Je'Von Evans fought hard against Randy Orton, but messed up a crucial moment during the highlight of the match. However, in the match, Evans tried to finish with a double-jump twisting senton, which Orton had to counter with an RKO.
Evans miscalculated the execution, causing Orton to miss the hit with an RKO. After the blunder, Orton quickly recovered and executed the attack, giving Evans the victory. After the blunder, reports surfaced as to whether Evans will face backstage heat for the blunder in the match.