* Knocked out by a Pokemon's attack: This happens frequently in battles, but it's rarely permanent.
* Injured by a Pokemon's attack: Ash gets hurt in battles, sometimes to the point where he's unable to continue fighting.
* Overwhelmed by an environmental factor: He could be poisoned, frozen, or even simply exhausted from a long journey.
To help me pinpoint the episode you're looking for, could you tell me:
* Which Pokemon series are you interested in? (e.g. Original series, Advanced Generation, Diamond & Pearl)
* What kind of knock-out are you looking for? (e.g. Brief unconsciousness, serious injury)
* Is there a specific Pokemon involved? (e.g. Was it a specific attack or a specific Pokemon that caused it?)
Once I have more information, I can help you find the specific episode you're looking for.