Lexis King Pushes the Limits with Disturbing NXT Stunt

WWE’s developmental brand NXT has found itself at the center of a growing controversy after Lexis King appeared to mock the hearing impairment of fellow wrestler Myles Borne. The incident unfolded over multiple weeks of programming and has sparked a wave of reactions from both fans and industry insiders.

It all began with what seemed like a routine match. Two weeks ago, Myles Borne defeated Lexis King cleanly in the middle of the ring. The bout ended with Borne landing a reverse bulldog to secure the win. However, the aftermath has proven to be far more dramatic than the match itself. Since the loss, King has taken a peculiar turn, seemingly adopting behaviors intended to mimic Borne’s real-life hearing condition.

Borne’s story is well known to longtime viewers. He survived a serious illness as a newborn, persistent pulmonary hypertension, which required aggressive treatment. The medical intervention saved his life but left him partially deaf. Rather than treating Borne’s resilience with respect, King appears to have used it as material for psychological warfare.

In a segment aired last week, King was spotted in the background during a backstage scene with tag team champions Hank and Tank. What drew attention was not his presence, but the fact that he wore large noise-cancelling headphones while testing the sound of a rattling chain on a nearby door. The moment was subtle, but its implications were clear enough for viewers who knew the context.

This week’s episode brought the situation into full focus. King was seated among fans at the WWE Performance Center, once again wearing the same headphones. When NXT General Manager Ava approached and spoke to him, he gave no reaction. Only when she removed the headphones did he acknowledge her, and he responded with feigned confusion, asking what she meant by accusing him of pretending to be deaf.

The confrontation was brief, but powerful. Ava’s tone left no room for ambiguity. She criticized King directly for his behavior and made it clear that such actions would not be tolerated. Although King did not admit to any wrongdoing, the crowd’s reaction suggested they were well aware of what had just transpired.

So far, no rematch has been announced between King and Borne. Still, the seeds of a heated rivalry have already been planted. Whether this angle continues or is quietly dropped remains to be seen. WWE has not released any official statement regarding the segment, but fan debate has been fierce on social media.

Some argue that the storyline is in poor taste and crosses a line that should not be blurred for entertainment. Others see it as a possible opportunity to showcase Borne’s strength and resilience, provided the narrative ultimately honors his real-life journey. The balance between heat and harm in wrestling storytelling has always been a delicate one, and this instance may prove to be a defining example.

For now, Lexis King is receiving more attention than ever, but whether that spotlight leads to greater opportunity or deeper scrutiny will depend entirely on what WWE does next.