In a thrilling display of athleticism and strategy, Elio LeFleur has claimed his first-ever WWE title, securing the NXT Men’s Speed Championship in a match that kept fans on the edge of their seats. But here’s where it gets intense: LeFleur’s victory wasn’t just a win—it was a masterclass in timing and precision. During the three-way bout against Jasper Troy and Eli Knight, LeFleur executed his signature finish on Troy just as Knight attempted a moonsault. With Knight momentarily out of the picture, LeFleur capitalized, pinning Troy with less than 90 seconds left on the clock. This isn’t just a victory; it’s a statement that LeFleur is a force to be reckoned with in NXT.
And this is the part most people miss: The road to this championship was anything but straightforward. Troy, who had held the title since October after defeating El Grande Americano, was no easy opponent. Meanwhile, Knight and LeFleur had previously battled to a time limit draw in the finals of the most recent tournament. Interim GM Robert Stone stepped in, turning the championship match into a triple threat and extending the time limit from five to seven minutes—a decision that undoubtedly added to the match’s unpredictability. Was this extra time the game-changer for LeFleur, or was it his sheer determination that sealed the deal? It’s a question worth debating.
This title change is just one of two that occurred during the show, which kicked off with The Vanity Project (Ricky Smokes & Brad Baylor) dethroning DarkState to win the NXT Tag Team titles. The night was a testament to the ever-evolving landscape of NXT, where new stars rise and old champions fall.
But here’s the controversial question: With LeFleur’s victory coming down to split-second timing, does this make him a strategic genius or just the beneficiary of a chaotic match? And what does this mean for Troy and Knight, who were so close yet so far from reclaiming or securing the title? Let’s hear your thoughts in the comments—is LeFleur’s win a fluke, or is he the real deal?
Written by Bryan Rose, a seasoned wrestling editor from California with over a decade of experience covering the sport. Bryan officially joined F4WOnline in 2017, bringing his expertise and passion to every story he covers. For more insights, check out his previous piece on the NXT Tag Team title change here.
