"[My mindset was] I’ve got to come in and make a statement," said Knight. "AEW is where the best wrestle.
You’ve got to show and prove yourself against literally the best in the world."
The former IWGP Junior Heavyweight Tag Team Champion later formed the JetSpeed tag team with Mike Bailey.
He also secured the AEW World Trios Championship twice alongside "Hangman" Adam Page and Mistico.
"I can’t say enough nice things about Mike Bailey," said Knight. "Speedball has been nothing but a blessing ever since I stepped foot into AEW."
Following his singles championship victory at Dynasty, Knight outlined his goals for his title reign and his perspective on the gauntlet match.
"It’s such an honor [to hold the TNT Championship]," said Knight. "But the best thing I can say is a Russell Westbrook quote - who better but me?"
Knight subsequently modified the physical design of the championship belt.
He defended the title against Claudio Castagnoli, Hook, and Brian Cage before his latest involvement in the world title program.
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"I brought back the diamonds [on the title]," said Knight. "I just want to show that I’m the flyest TNT champ of all time."
