Mara Sade, who previously wrestled under the name Jakara Jackson in WWE, has confirmed that she is currently in a romantic relationship with AEW star Kevin Knight. The 31-year-old, now signed to TNA Wrestling, revealed the details of their relationship during a recent appearance on the show GABBY AF. She shared that the pair first crossed paths at WrestleMania several years ago, leading to their connection.
“Yes, I’m dating—officially dating Kevin Knight, Jet2Fly,” Sade revealed. “We met for the very first time and locked eyes at WrestleMania. I want to say 2020 (…) maybe 2021,” she said. [H/T: Ringside News]
Sade also posted a photo alongside the reigning AEW World Trios Champion on her social media, captioning it simply, “The Block ✔️.” This public display has drawn attention and excitement from wrestling fans curious about the relationship between two prominent figures in the industry.
Mara Sade’s Aspiration to Compete Against Top Wrestlers Outside WWE
In addition to sharing her personal life, Mara Sade has expressed her professional ambitions in the wrestling world. Speaking in an interview with The Wrestling Classic, she acknowledged that there is still room for growth in her career. Among her goals is the desire to face former TBS Champion Mercedes Mone in the ring, a matchup she considers highly desirable for both herself and fans alike.
“To be brutally honest, I still got some work to do. I know I’m gonna build up to that. But [I want to wrestle] Mercedes, and I feel like people want that too, but that would be amazing. I do want to rematch Indi. That would be cool. Maya World, she’s pretty talented. She’s killing it. [Women outside of WWE] they’re good,” she said. [H/T: Fightful]
The prospect of Sade going head-to-head with Mercedes Mone and other skilled competitors such as Indi and Maya World highlights her ambition to elevate her standing beyond her previous tenure in WWE and into the broader wrestling circuit, including AEW and TNA.
The Potential Impact of Mara Sade’s Journey in Wrestling
As Mara Sade continues to advance her career while nurturing her relationship with Kevin Knight, her presence is increasingly significant within the wrestling community. Given her previous experience as Jakara Jackson in WWE’s NXT and her current role in TNA Wrestling, Sade embodies the potential to make notable contributions within Tony Khan’s AEW promotion in the future. Her ambitions and connections could shape opportunities that resonate with fans and the industry alike, signaling an intriguing path ahead.
The Block ✔️ pic.twitter.com/YGldiFt9wC
— Mara Sadé (@itsmarasade) February 7, 2026
