DDP Praises LA Knight, Urges WWE Push in Interview

In a recent interview on the podcast Insight with Chris Van Vliet, wrestling veteran Diamond Dallas Page expressed strong admiration for WWE superstar LA Knight, highlighting parallels between their late-career breakthroughs and urging WWE to give Knight a major push.

Page, a three-time WCW World Heavyweight Champion who rose to prominence in his 40s, described Knight as a talent with immense potential. "I love that kid, man. I love the tenacity of the stick to it. It took him a long time to get to that character. And he was good before that, but now he's great," Page said. He emphasized Knight's perseverance, noting that the performer, now 43, has found his stride after years of grinding through the industry.

Fans and observers have frequently compared the two wrestlers due to their similar paths. Page did not secure his first world title until age 43, transforming from a manager and color commentator into a main-event star during WCW's late 1990s boom. Knight, whose real name is Shaun Ricker, entered WWE in 2021 after stints in independent promotions and other leagues. He has built a dedicated following with his sharp mic skills and charismatic persona, often drawing nods to...