In the professional wrestling world, LA Knight has swiftly ascended from a lesser-known talent to a key figure on the main roster. His magnetic personality and impressive in-ring abilities have captured audience attention. Despite his success, WWE Hall of Famer Jim Ross sees room for improvement.
During the latest episode of the “Grilling JR” podcast, Ross shared his thoughts on WWE’s WrestleMania XL event and evaluated the performances of various wrestlers, including LA Knight. While Knight is recognized as one of WWE’s emerging talents, Ross expressed reservations about fully embracing his character.
LA Knight’s Potential
Ross acknowledged positive feedback from the company and fans regarding Knight but admitted he personally hasn’t fully connected with Knight’s persona. He emphasized that his critique is not meant to disparage Knight but rather to encourage further character development to enhance audience engagement.
“LA Knight is highly regarded by the office. I haven’t completely bought into his character yet. Not to criticize, I just need more to feel invested. They need to delve deeper into his character to make me care. He’s undoubtedly talented and has a bright future.”
Ross highlighted Knight’s abilities in the ring, emphasizing his proficiency in delivering entertaining matches. He believes that with refined character development, Knight has the potential to carve out a significant legacy in WWE’s history.
