LA Knight created a stir by appearing during the TNA Impact live broadcast on AMC, though not in the usual wrestling capacity. The TNA Thursday Night Impact show launched on AMC with a six-man tag team match featuring AJ Styles, but the notable moment involving Knight took place during the first commercial break.
Knight appeared in an advertisement for CarShield.com, portraying a character called The Overcharger. This spot included Ric Flair making a surprise appearance to defeat Knight’s character. While it is not unusual for Knight to be connected to TNA, given his previous tenure there as Eli Drake, it was unexpected to see AMC air a commercial from 2021 during a current broadcast, especially since WWE and TNA share a partnership through the NXT brand.
Current Status of LA Knight on WWE Programming
Despite his cameo during the TNA broadcast, LA Knight remains absent from WWE television. His last WWE appearance was on the December 8 episode of WWE RAW on Netflix, when he was attacked by The Vision and later received a Tsunami slam from Bronson Reed onto a car roof, effectively putting him out of action on-screen.
Knight’s return to WWE is anticipated soon. According to Fightful’s Sean Ross Sapp, Knight was planned to travel to Germany ahead of Monday’s RAW episode held at the PSD Bank Dome in Düsseldorf, signaling that his comeback might be imminent.
Implications of Knight’s Cameo and Upcoming WWE Return
LA Knight’s TNA cameo while being absent from WWE TV adds an intriguing layer to his current wrestling status, blurring the lines between his past affiliations and future direction. The use of a vintage commercial during the broadcast has raised questions about the collaboration between the companies and Knight’s position. Fans will likely watch his expected return on WWE RAW closely to see how his character evolves after this unusual interim period.
“I was scheduled to travel to Germany this week.” – Sean Ross Sapp, Fightful
