Rikishi Announces Leave From KnokX Pro
Rikishi is leaving KnokX Pro.
Rikishi wrote on social media, “Love and respect KnokX Pro Entertainment & Academy. As I take my leave, I appreciate your understanding and respect for my decision to rest now. KnokX Pro Entertainment & Academy.”
Love and respect KnokX Pro Entertainment & Academy. As I take my leave, I appreciate your understanding and respect for my decision to rest now. KnokX Pro Entertainment & Academy – @knokxpro
#Rikishi #Fatu 🌹 pic.twitter.com/DnuUnAi8RL
— RIKISHI FATU (@TheREALRIKISHI) May 4, 2026
KnokX Pro was opened in 2009 and was named as a WWE ID school when the program launched in October 2024.
The school came under fire in August 2025 when Raja Jackson legitimately knocked out Stu in a planned spot that went too far. Raja entered the ring, slamming Stu and knocking him out, before delivering over 20 undefended strikes to the head.
The school was dropped from the WWE ID program after the incident. In October 2025, Raja pleaded not guilty to the charges.
