Two weeks ago, WWE NXT star Je’von Evans sparked controversy by calling AEW president Tony Khan “crackheads” during a heated exchange on X (formerly Twitter). Evans criticized AEW’s attendance but bragged about training under NXT’s Senior Vice President of Talent Development. This led to Ricochet responding with comments against Evans, but they eventually deleted their posts as the argument became more personal. WWE Hall of Famer Kevin Nash then joined the conversation, directly addressing Evans’ rude remarks toward Khan.
Nash expressed sympathy for Khan, mentioning he believed Khan might be autistic based on his behavior, and defended him by sharing his own experience with having a child with autism. He also made it clear that he didn’t know Evans personally and suggested Evans should gain some recognition before making such comments. Nash noted that his remarks about Khan were speculative and not a formal diagnosis. As of now, Khan has not responded to Nash’s or Evans’ comments on X.
Fan Take: This exchange highlights how tensions between wrestling promotions and their talents can spill into public social media battles, reflecting deeper industry rivalries. For AEW fans, having Kevin Nash step in to defend Tony Khan could signal increased respect and support from veterans within the sport, potentially influencing how these companies interact in the future.
