WWE has officially announced a high-stakes showdown for the upcoming episode of NXT, with the North American Championship on the line.
During the latest edition of NXT, Oba Femi, the reigning North American Champion, made a triumphant return following his successful title defense at Vengeance Day 2024.
Femi wasted no time in addressing the challenge from Dragon Lee, the contender who had vied for his championship at the recent event. Asserting his dominance, Femi emphasized that it takes more than mere fighting spirit to dethrone him.
He issued a bold statement, suggesting that while challengers were welcome, only those willing to risk it all should step up.
However, Femi’s proclamation was met with an unexpected interruption from Lexis King. King, seemingly extending congratulations to Femi, hinted at his own involvement in Femi’s championship victory.
He claimed to have weakened Dragon Lee in a prior encounter, indirectly facilitating Femi’s successful cash-in of the Breakout contract.
"That wasn't a threat, that was a promise"
Looks like @LexisKingWWE wants a shot at @n1ger1an_thanos's North American Title! #WWENXT pic.twitter.com/mdecSpJw4h
— WWE (@WWE) February 14, 2024
In response to King’s audacious claims, Femi remained resolute, asserting that he did not entertain empty threats. Undeterred, King doubled down on his assertion, framing it as a promise befitting his regal persona.
Femi, unswayed by King’s bravado, issued a decisive response, granting him a title opportunity for the following week’s NXT episode.
However, Femi also made it clear that King’s aspirations of championship glory would remain unfulfilled, vowing to thwart his ambitions and maintain his reign atop the NXT North American division.
With tensions escalating and the stage set for a championship clash, next week’s NXT promises to deliver high-octane action as Oba Femi and Lexis King collide in a battle for supremacy and championship gold.
