Wes Lee was originally set to face Dominik Mysterio for the NXT North American Championship at WWE NXT Deadline this Saturday.
During Tuesday’s NXT, Lee revealed that he had sustained a back injury, which will keep him out of action for eight to twelve months. As a result, Dragon Lee will replace him.
This is something head of NXT creative, Shawn Michaels, spoke about during today’s Deadline media conference call.
“Well, the decision with Wes was pretty darn close to last minute. Wes has been struggling for quite some time, I certainly didn’t know the depth of it. Obviously, we get medical reports, but it was a decision that Wes made on his own, as he should. Clearly, he’s a young man that goes out there and performs like few others and he had a huge match already going into this premium live event looking for the North American Championship, but just a day or two before, we had a long talk and he just did not think he could make it through the match with the pain that he was in. That was a decision that he and our medical team made, it is the best decision for Wes and that is the only thing in my mind that’s important right now. All of this was last minute, Wes, to his credit, was doing everything he could do to get himself ready for this, but it wasn’t meant to be.”
“So, we made the last-minute decision I guess less than 24 hours with Dragon Lee. I’ll say this, there’s obviously story there from before with Dragon Lee. From a selfish standpoint, for me, I was so looking forward and enjoying having him in NXT, but I’d be lying if I didn’t say that I didn’t have him as long as I wanted to. He’s something that, again, I felt like would be a fantastic match. He’s somebody that I happen to personally enjoy and like, not just as a performer, but as a human being. I know there were matchups that were still on the table for me in NXT, so I thought that if there was any possibility of those matches being able to happen, that Dragon Lee would be the best fit. It’s great to have him in NXT, even if it’s for just a little bit longer.”
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Wes Lee, a prominent wrestler in the NXT (Next Generation Talent) division of WWE, recently announced that he will be unable to compete in the upcoming NXT North American Championship match due to a back injury. This unexpected turn of events has led to the replacement of Wes Lee with Dragon Lee for the highly anticipated match.
During a media conference call, Shawn Michaels, the head of NXT creative, shed some light on the situation. He revealed that Wes Lee had been struggling with his back injury for quite some time, but the severity of it was not fully known. Despite receiving medical reports, it was ultimately Wes Lee’s decision to withdraw from the match due to the pain he was experiencing. Michaels emphasized that the well-being of the wrestlers is of utmost importance and supported Wes Lee’s decision.
As a result of this last-minute change, Dragon Lee was chosen as Wes Lee’s replacement for the championship match. Michaels expressed his personal disappointment as he had been looking forward to having Wes Lee in NXT for a longer period of time. However, he also acknowledged that Dragon Lee is a talented performer and a great fit for the match. Michaels mentioned that there were potential matchups in NXT that he had hoped to see, and Dragon Lee’s inclusion allows for the possibility of those matches in the future.
This turn of events has generated excitement among fans as Dragon Lee brings his own unique style and skills to the match. While Wes Lee’s absence is unfortunate, it is crucial to prioritize his health and well-being. The NXT North American Championship match is expected to be an intense and thrilling encounter, showcasing the talents of Dragon Lee and Dominik Mysterio.
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In conclusion, the unexpected back injury suffered by Wes Lee has led to his withdrawal from the NXT North American Championship match. Dragon Lee has been chosen as his replacement, adding an exciting twist to the upcoming event. The decision to prioritize Wes Lee’s health highlights the importance of wrestler well-being in the world of professional wrestling. Fans can stay informed about wrestling news through eWrestlingNews.com and its social media platforms.