LA Knight continues to falter in WWE King of the Ring tournament
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 12:00 PM
Last updated Jun 18, 2026
LA Knight recently lost in the quarterfinals of the King of the Ring tournament, a setback that adds to his ongoing struggles for a significant championship push in WWE. Despite being a popular figure and having strong merchandise sales, Knight has repeatedly fallen short in high-stakes opportunities, including appearances in Money in the Bank matches. His latest loss came against Jey Uso, who has enjoyed a more prominent push due to his involvement in the Bloodline storyline. Critics cite Knight's average in-ring skills and WWE's crowded roster as challenges to his ascent. With new talent entering the fold, Knight’s quest for a world title seems increasingly difficult.
- •LA Knight lost in the King of the Ring tournament quarterfinals.
- •He has never held onto a world championship despite multiple opportunities.
- •Knight is among WWE's top merchandise sellers despite his struggles.
- •His recent loss now puts him at a disadvantage amid WWE's new talent influx.
- •Critics question his in-ring skills and WWE's promotional choices regarding him.
- 12:00 PMYahoo Sports — WWE Continues To Drop The Ball With LA Knight
"LA Knight has been the talk of WWE circles in recent weeks as the company continues to drop the ball with "The Megastar."
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