Randy Orton’s opinion carries a lot of weight in the WWE, and luckily for WWE NXT star Miles Bourne, he’s on the right side of it.
during a recent interview with “The End” Bourne revealed that the 14-time world champion has approved of his new on-screen persona, which looks more cunning and calculated than fans have seen before.
“Randy likes it. I mean, he texted me a while ago saying nice things,” Bourne said. “He’s always been supportive of everything I’ve gone through in NXT. He knows better than anyone the path I am currently on. He keeps it real with you. He is probably the most genuine person I have ever met. If you don’t like it, you’ll know right out of the gate. and I’m like (offended) a guy who will tell you that I like it.
Fans have drawn comparisons between Orton and Bourne for yearsespecially because of their similar physical characteristics. Bourne’s new persona has pushed them forward, with some now likening it to Orton’s heel as “The Viper”.
In “NXT” Heatwave, the change in Bourne’s on-screen attitude came to the fore. he turned on his old friend Tavion Heights After losing the NXT North American Championship. Then it was born Heights was lured into false hope when his apparent apology turned into another physical attack. A Weapons Wild Match at “NXT” Halloween Havoc followed.
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