Kevin Knight’s Radical Combat Sport Dive Turns Olympic Legend!

After a rookie year to remember, Kevin Knight is fast proving he belongs among AEW's best. (Lee South, AEW) Stack Kevin Knight’s first year in AEW against almost anyone in the world, and he’s right near the top. As one of a select few stars to register a pinfall victory over the legendary Kazuchika Okada, Knight’s stock has never been higher.

He’s stood toe to toe against the likes of Darby Allin and Swerve Strickland, and pushed AEW World Champion MJF to the brink. He’s also tasted AEW gold alongside “Hangman” Adam Page and “Speedball” Mike Bailey as part of a championship trio. Knight’s mentality centers on trusting the process, understanding his moments are coming and that no two journeys to the top look the same.

“I practice manifestation, just a different mindset," Knight tells Uncrowned ahead of Sunday's AEW Revolution pay-per-view. "I practically already live as if I am a world champion or a tag-team champion, already having that feeling. So by the time we do win those golds, I already know how to act.

I’m already in that mental headspace. I’m already working like I’m a champion. “That’s how I stay ready.