Challenges in the Life of LA Knight in a Detailed Timeline
A closer look at the defining struggles that shaped LA Knight's life and career.
Shaun Edward Ricker, known as LA Knight in WWE's SmackDown brand, is an American professional wrestler and actor. He is signed to WWE, where he performs on the SmackDown brand under the ring name LA Knight.
2012: Feud with Brian Cage Ends
In late 2012, Shaun Ricker ended his feud with Brian Cage after defeating him.
2023: WWE's poor booking of Knight
Since early 2023, fans and critics alike have been vocal about WWE's poor booking of LA Knight, with Konnan and Jim Cornette being critical of WWE's treatment of Knight. Cornette named Knight his "Wrestler of the Year" for 2023.
January 5, 2024: Triple threat match ends in no contest
On January 5, 2024, at SmackDown: New Year's Revolution, LA Knight faced Randy Orton and AJ Styles in a triple threat match to determine who would face Roman Reigns for the Undisputed WWE Universal Championship at Royal Rumble. The match ended in a no contest after The Bloodline attacked all three competitors.
January 10, 2025: United States Championship Rematch
On January 10, 2025, LA Knight received his rematch for the United States title against Shinsuke Nakamura on SmackDown, winning via disqualification after being attacked by Tama Tonga and Jacob Fatu of The Bloodline. However, Nakamura remained champion as titles do not change hands via disqualification.
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