Kevin Knight recently responded to praise from AEW star Dax Harwood, who called Knight a future main event standout within the next three to five years, commending his in-ring positioning and timing. While Knight appreciated the compliment, he remains skeptical, acknowledging that in wrestling, trust is complicated. He told AEW Unlimited that he doesn’t simply accept Harwood’s words at face value, referencing strategic thinking from “The Art of War” and “The 48 Laws of Power.” Knight suspects there might be ulterior motives behind Harwood’s praise—whether Harwood plans to take it easy on him in the ring or maybe even team up with him someday remains unclear. Knight emphasized that he doesn’t rely on flattery to know his worth.
Knight and Harwood’s rivalry is ongoing, with matches in both singles and tag team formats. Their last encounter was on November 15th at AEW Collision, where Knight’s team defeated Harwood’s. Historically, their bouts have involved some underhanded tactics by Harwood and his partner Cash Wheeler (FTR), something Knight is wary of. He noted Harwood’s tendency for interference and manipulation and said he’s always planning several steps ahead. FTR recently regained the AEW Tag Team Championship at Full Gear, while Knight and his partner Bayley continue to compete, hinting that the feud between FTR and Jetspeed (Knight and Bailey) isn’t over. Knight officially joined AEW in March 2025 after an impressive show against Jay White, as announced by CEO Tony Khan.
Fan Take: This ongoing feud highlights the intense competitiveness and layered storytelling that AEW fans love. Knight’s cautious yet confident mindset signals that fresh rivalries and potential alliances could shake up the AEW tag team scene, keeping the sport exciting and unpredictable.
