Wrestling legend Kevin Nash has changed his previous stance and is now publicly supporting an LA Knight World championship run, following a year of fan enthusiasm and Knight’s rise in WWE. This shift in perspective comes after Nash’s earlier criticism, highlighting a significant development in Knight’s journey toward the main event spotlight.
Nash’s Initial Critique of LA Knight
LA Knight had an unremarkable period managing a group of models before the tide turned for him on WWE’s main roster in 2023. As Knight’s popularity soared, especially with crowds chanting “YEAH,” Kevin Nash was among those who weren’t convinced by Knight’s persona. Nash, often referred to as Big Sexy, dismissed Knight as “an absolute ripoff” of wrestling icons such as The Rock and Stone Cold Steve Austin. He even joked that Paul “Triple H” Levesque, his friend and WWE executive, had offered Knight a “Legends deal” due to these perceived similarities.
Turning the Page at SummerSlam
The narrative took a turn when Nash and Knight met during last year’s SummerSlam event. Despite the public remarks and Knight’s candid responses, Nash confirmed that there was no real animosity between them, signaling a thaw in their relationship. Since then, it appears relations have only improved as both men continued to engage constructively.
Backing LA Knight for the Top Prize
Recent comments from Nash on his “Kliq This” podcast reveal his changed opinion. Nash now sees real talent and momentum behind Knight’s rise, expressing confidence in his ability to hold the championship level.
“I’ll tell you what. We gave him a lot of shit early in this show, that he was a copycat and everything else — and I really appreciate him. He’s a fucking solid hand. The people like him. He would definitely be on my list of guys to give a run to, to give a World run to. The only problem is, he’s a babyface… his work’s always been solid… I was just gonna say also, that fucker stays in fucking really good shape.”
—Kevin Nash, wrestling legend
This endorsement marks a stark contrast from Nash’s previous skepticism. Acknowledging Knight’s positive reception by fans, Nash admits the only reservation left is Knight’s position as a babyface, but commends Knight’s consistent performance and athletic fitness.
Potential Impact for LA Knight’s WWE Career
Despite Nash’s lingering concern regarding Knight’s role as a good guy, the exceptional crowd support may prove that this is a hurdle Knight can overcome. With Nash now championing the idea of an LA Knight World championship run, and fan interest at its peak, the conditions are aligning for Knight to make a significant leap in WWE’s championship scene. As Knight’s story continues, major backing from established names like Nash could shape the direction of his WWE journey in the months ahead.
