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Rumor Claims LA Knight Removed From Another Major Storyline: Is a Release Next?
TL;DR
LA Knight's future in WWE appears uncertain as he has reportedly been removed from another major storyline. Despite being a fan-favorite, he remains outside the main event picture as of summer 2026.
Key points
- LA Knight removed from another major storyline in WWE
- Knight is a fan-favorite despite challenges in his career
- He was previously renamed Max Dupri upon joining the main roster
- Paul 'Triple H' Levesque allowed Knight to return to his original persona
- Knight remains outside the main event picture as of summer 2026
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A new report is not good news for LA Knight’s future in WWE.
Knight has become a major fan-favorite in the company because of how he was able to overcome the obstacles placed in front of him. Despite being a star in TNA and NXT, when Knight originally came to the main roster in 2022, his character was completely altered, and he was renamed Max Dupri.
It seemed like he would be the latest veteran doomed by Vince McMahon’s altered vision for established talent. However, when the WWE founder began to lose his control of the company and Paul “Triple H” Levesque took on a greater role in the company, Knight was allowed to return to his regular persona and given more opportunities.
While he was mostly used at first as an enhancement talent, his charisma was undeniable, and he evolved into being one of the notable baby faces on the roster in 2024. However, despite the hope fans have that he would eventually win a world title, Knight remains outside the main event picture as we close in on the summer of 2026.
More worrisome news emerged this week when BodySlam+ reported Knight was penciled into a post WrestleMania 42 feud with former heavyweight champion Gunther. However, as fans saw on last week’s edition of SmackDown, the “Career Killer” made a surprise appearance and attacked Undisputed WWE Champ Cody Rhodes. Setting up a feud on the blue brand.
Could LA Knight be the next WWE star cut?
Q&A
Why was LA Knight removed from a major storyline in WWE?
LA Knight was reportedly removed from a major storyline due to ongoing changes in WWE's creative direction.
What impact does LA Knight's removal have on his WWE career?
His removal from a major storyline raises concerns about his future in WWE and whether he might face a release.
How has LA Knight's character evolved in WWE since 2022?
Since 2022, LA Knight has transitioned from being renamed Max Dupri to regaining his original persona and becoming a notable fan-favorite.