The longstanding tensions between LA Knight and AJ Styles have been building for weeks, captivating the WWE Universe’s attention.
The conflict reached a boiling point when AJ Styles traveled to Australia, intervening in a critical moment during the Elimination Chamber match, costing LA Knight a significant opportunity to go to WrestleMania 40 for a World title match.
After weeks of verbal sparring and skirmishes, LA Knight took center stage on the latest edition of SmackDown to address the ongoing feud with The Phenomenal One. Right after, WWE’s resident Megastar issued a direct challenge to Styles for a one-on-one encounter at WrestleMania 40.
Before he could finish his proclamation, AJ Styles launched a sudden and brutal assault on LA Knight, making his own statement loud and clear. The former Slim Jim Battle Royal winner took to his X to break silence following the attack. After reminiscing on their past issues, LA Knight issued a warning that Styles would have repercussions the next time he was in his sight.
“Eyes wide open. Head on a swivel. @AJStylesOrg#SmackDown @WWE @WrestleMania.”
As anticipation mounts for this epic clash between LA Knight and AJ Styles for the first time ever, fans eagerly await the spectacle that awaits them at WrestleMania 40 set to go down in Philidelphia.
Do you think LA Knight would return the favor following AJ Styles’ sneak attack on SmackDown? Sound off in the comments!