WWE-TNA Partnership: LA Knight Says Deal Could Drive Fan Return, Despite Late Timing

One Big Thing

LA Knight believes the WWE-TNA partnership arrives years later than ideal but could bring lapsed fans back to wrestling.

Why It Matters

This historic alliance between WWE and TNA marks the first major partnership between these longtime industry rivals, potentially reshaping the wrestling landscape.

Key Details

• Knight worked in TNA as Eli Drake from 2015 to 2019
• The partnership was announced last month
• This marks WWE’s first major U.S. wrestling partnership since ECW

By The Numbers

• TNA held the #2 position in U.S. wrestling through the 2010s
• Knight spent 4 years with TNA before joining WWE

Direct Quote

“I feel like it’s a few years too late. This thing should [have] happened when I was there,” Knight said. “It’s unprecedented…it’s such forbidden fruit in a sense.”

The Big Picture

The partnership signals a new direction for both companies:

• WWE continues its creative refresh under Triple H’s leadership
• TNA gains momentum after recent leadership changes
• Fans get access to fresh matchups and storylines

Looking Ahead

The success of this partnership could set a precedent for future cross-promotional events in professional wrestling.

What Do You Think?

Which dream matches would you like to see from the WWE-TNA partnership? Share your thoughts in the comments below.