LA Knight, a former United States Champion, recently reflected on his firing from the WWE a decade ago. The 42-year-old’s journey is a testament to his perseverance and dedication to his craft. Knight’s first stint in WWE lasted for a year from 2013 to 2014, where he competed in NXT, the company’s developmental brand. However, he was fired soon after.
The Megastar returned to the WWE in 2021 and has since become one of the most popular names on the roster. Knight has been on a quest to reclaim his spot in the company, and his efforts paid off when he won his first major title, the United States Championship, at SummerSlam 2024 by defeating Logan Paul.
Knight’s recent conversation with Jazzy’s World TV provided insight into his experiences and reflections on his journey. When asked about his viral workout video with Triple H, Knight acknowledged that it had no significant impact on his career due to his early departure from the company. He humorously stated that it took him another “journey around the world” to return to the WWE and achieve success.
Despite being fired, Knight never considered quitting professional wrestling. Instead, he believed in his ability to connect with the audience and kept pushing forward. Knight also admitted to having doubts about his career during the pandemic era, which added an extra layer of uncertainty to his situation.
Knight’s loss to Shinsuke Nakamura at Survivor Series: WarGames has not dampened his prospects in the WWE. Fans are calling for him to win a world title, which could lead to a major storyline with either the Undisputed WWE Champion Cody Rhodes or the World Heavyweight Champion Gunther. The Triple H-led creative team may have bigger plans for LA Knight, and fans eagerly await what’s to come.
