With WrestleMania 40 looming on the horizon, the eyes of the WWE Universe are glued to the potential matchups and dream battles that could grace The Grandest Stage of Them All.
One star who has yet to secure his position on the show is LA Knight, the charismatic “Megastar” with a burning desire to prove himself on the biggest stage.
Knight’s journey has been a rollercoaster. His main roster debut as the leader of the Maximum Male Models left fans disappointed, a stark contrast to the persona that captivated them in NXT.
However, Triple H’s arrival as Chief Content Officer marked a turning point. The original LA Knight returned, and his passionate promos and electrifying in-ring style quickly catapulted him into the top ranks of babyfaces.
But there’s one glaring omission on Knight’s resume: WrestleMania. This year, he’s more determined than ever to etch his name into the fabric of the event.
Last December, his path collided with the returning AJ Styles, the legendary “Phenomenal One” who shocked everyone with a surprising heel turn. The two have been entangled in a heated rivalry ever since, with the Elimination Chamber becoming their potential battleground.
Did @RealLAKnight just spill water on AJ Styles? 😂💧
Who will earn their spot in the Elimination Chamber Match at #WWEChamber Perth? Will it be @AJStylesOrg or @DMcIntyreWWE? #SmackDown pic.twitter.com/T6aZEdkaWo
— WWE (@WWE) February 10, 2024
Knight secured his entry into the Chamber match this week on Raw, further fueling speculation about him facing Styles at WrestleMania. WWE could exploit this simmering feud, perhaps with Styles injuring Knight before the Chamber match, adding layers of personal vendetta to their eventual encounter. Alternatively, Styles could even disrupt the Chamber match itself, setting the stage for a WrestleMania showdown.
However, Knight’s ambitions don’t stop there. Despite acknowledging Roman Reigns as “The Guy” in WWE, his sights are set on the World Heavyweight Championship currently held by Seth Rollins. Knight sees Rollins’ title reign as a stepping stone, a prelude to eventually dethroning The Tribal Chief.
His recent verbal jab at Rollins on the “In The Kliq” podcast hinted at a potential future rivalry, with WrestleMania serving as the potential launchpad.
Now, Knight has a chance to earn that shot at Rollins at WrestleMania. His victory on Raw and subsequent declaration on Raw Talk solidify his intention to walk out as World Heavyweight Champion.
Whether he emerges victorious from the Elimination Chamber or takes another route, this pivotal event could be the catalyst for his WrestleMania dream.
Will Knight’s determination lead him to a one-on-one battle with Styles at WrestleMania? Will he maneuver his way towards a championship clash with Rollins? Or will fate have something else in store for The Megastar?
The suspense builds as we inch closer to The Show of Shows, and one thing is certain: LA Knight is ready to shine a spotlight on his journey, regardless of the opponent or obstacle that stands in his way.
