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LA Knight finally had the moment of a lifetime at SummerSlam 2024, defeating Logan Paul in the United States Championship match. Despite The Maverick's attempt to use the brass knuckles, it wasn't enough to stop LA Knight at SummerSlam.
In this article, we will discuss three reasons why Knight won the US Title at the Biggest Party of the Summer.
#3. To give LA Knight his first main roster title reign in WWE
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The United States Championship marks LA Knight's first title reign on the main roster of the Stamford-based promotion. Knight has been involved in high-profile matches over the past few months but has struggled to secure a victory. However, since initiating his feud with Logan Paul, fans have been hopeful for The Megastar to claim his first main roster title in WWE.
The 41-year-old star's victory at SummerSlam suggests that WWE was waiting for the perfect stage to give Knight his moment, and SummerSlam provided that opportunity.
#2. To have a full-timer as US Champion for SmackDown
Logan Paul represented the United States Championship in mainstream media in the best way possible, often carrying the title to non-wrestling events. However, he only had two title defenses in his 273-day reign, which was a low number.
One reason behind LA Knight's victory at SummerSlam could be to switch the US Title to a full-time wrestler who can regularly defend it on Friday Night SmackDown and at Premium Live Events.
Even with Knight now holding the United States Championship, WWE has also the opportunity to introduce a weekly open challenge on SmackDown, similar to John Cena's US Title reign. This open challenge concept was well-received during Cena's tenure and added an exciting element to each episode, as fans eagerly anticipated who would step up as the next challenger.
#1. The rising popularity of LA Knight
The Megastar has witnessed an immense surge in popularity in WWE over the past few months. Everywhere Knight goes, the crowd reacts strongly to him. Even at SummerSlam, his victory over Logan Paul received a huge positive reaction from the live audience. This rising popularity is surely one of the reasons why he captured the United States Championship at SummerSlam 2024.
Now that The Megastar holds the US Title, his popularity will help WWE portray the title as one of the prominent championships on the blue brand. Additionally, this United States Championship reign will elevate Knight's status in the Stamford-based promotion, perhaps preparing him for a future World title reign in WWE.
