LA Knight addressed the crowd in Cleveland during a promo following the February 9th episode of WWE Raw. In the show’s main event, Knight secured a victory over Penta and Austin Theory, earning his place in the men’s Elimination Chamber match. The winner of that match will go on to face Drew McIntyre for the Undisputed WWE Championship at WrestleMania.
Speaking to the Cleveland audience, Knight reflected on his connection to the city, saying that it feels like one of his hometowns due to winning his first significant singles title there. He expressed deep gratitude to the fans, emphasizing how meaningful that moment was for him. Knight went on to say that his recent win qualified him for the Elimination Chamber, offering a potential path to WrestleMania where he hopes to finally claim a world title.
Knight also acknowledged the uncertain future ahead but insisted on the importance of standing tall with his supporters, encouraging them to continue chanting his name. He ended by reaffirming Cleveland as a place where he can always count on the fans to back him and recognize his talent.
Looking ahead, LA Knight will compete alongside Randy Orton and four other qualifiers in the 2026 men’s WWE Elimination Chamber match. Some of the other competitors will be determined by upcoming matches, including Cody Rhodes vs. Jacob Fatu vs. Sami Zayn and Dominik Mysterio vs. Gunther vs. Jevon Evans.
Fan Take: This promo and Knight’s victory signal a major moment for his career, highlighting his rise as a top contender in WWE. For fans, it builds excitement and anticipation as the road to WrestleMania promises high stakes and intense competition, potentially shaking up the world title scene.
