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Hiroshi Tanahashi Discusses Shinsuke Nakamura Joining WWE, If He Has Interest In Joining The Company & More
In an interview with Justin Barrasso of Sports Illustrated’s Extra Mustard, New Japan Pro Wrestling superstar Hiroshi Tanahashi discussed Shinsuke Nakamura signing with the WWE and being part of the NXT roster, whether WWE has ever reached out to him and if he would have interest in joining the company and more. Highlights of the Continue Reading »
Update On Shinsuke Nakamura’s WWE NXT Contract
Former New Japan Pro Wrestling superstar Shinsuke Nakamura signed a three-year deal with the WWE, with the deal reportedly scheduled to expire on February 1st, 2019 according to a report from The Wrestling Observer Newsletter. Nakamura will make his WWE NXT in-ring debut on April 1st at the NXT Takeover: Dallas live special against Sami Continue Reading »
Shinsuke Nakamura To Appear On Upcoming WWE Tour Of Japan?
WWE NXT superstar Shinsuke Nakamura is expected to be one of the top acts appearing at the WWE’s upcoming tour of Japan on July 1st and July 2nd this year. The internal feeling is that while Nakamura is expected to have a lengthy run on WWE NXT, that his opponents for the live events will Continue Reading »
Shinsuke Nakamura – WWE NXT Update
Former IWGP Heavyweight Champion Shinsuke Nakamura appears to be first-ever WWE NXT superstar receiving WWE main event level money according to a report from The Wrestling Observer Newsletter. The report notes that while it has not been confirmed as to how much time Nakamura will spend in WWE NXT, all sings point to him having Continue Reading »
Shinsuke Nakamura Reportedly Recommends Former NJPW Star For Upcoming WWE Global Cruiserweight Series
According to a report from Tokyo Sports in Japan, WWE NXT superstar Shinsuke Nakamura has recommended former IWGP Junior Heavyweight Champion Kota Ibushi for the upcoming Global Cruiserweight Series that will debut on the WWE Network this Summer. In an interesting note, Ibushi recently announced that he would not be signing a dual contract with Continue Reading »
WWE Officially Confirm Signing Of Shinsuke Nakamura
WWE sent out the following: Shinsuke Nakamura signs with WWE NXT Shinsuke Nakamura, perhaps the hottest free agent in sports-entertainment, has officially signed with WWE NXT. The announcement was made during a press conference Monday morning in his home country of Japan. His signing came during a whirlwind visit to the United States, which included Continue Reading »
Shinsuke Nakamura – WWE Update
WWE have a plan in place to bring former New Japan Pro Wrestling star Shinsuke Nakamura to the main roster at some point and are using WWE NXT as a transitional trajectory for Nakamura according to a report from The Wrestling Observer Newsletter. Nakamura’s first match under a WWE contract will take place at the Continue Reading »
Shinsuke Nakamura – WWE Update
Former New Japan Pro Wrestling superstar Shinsuke Nakamura is expected to report to the WWE Performance Center later this week and will be training and handling logistical matters regarding him officially joining the WWE. As mentioned previously on the site, Nakamura will make his official in-ring debut at the WWE NXT Takeover: Dallas live special Continue Reading »
Shinsuke Nakamura No Longer Appearing At ROH 14th Anniversary Event
Ring Of Honor Wrestling sent out the following: NAKAMURA OUT FOR VEGAS Thanks to the Best Fans on the Planet, 2015 was Ring of Honor’s BIGGEST year to date! With our sights set on an EVEN BIGGER 2016, ROH heads to Las Vegas to celebrate our 14th ANNIVERSARY for two GIANT events emanating from Sam’s Continue Reading »
Full Details On Shinsuke Nakamura Joining WWE NXT
WWE sent out the following: Shinsuke Nakamura is coming to NXT Yes, the rumors are true. Shinsuke Nakamura is coming to WWE NXT. At Wednesday night’s NXT taping at Full Sail University in Orlando, Fla., a video announcing the impending arrival of the Japanese standout played for the live crowd, sending shockwaves through the arena Continue Reading »
Shinsuke Nakamura To Appear At WWE NXT Takeover: Dallas
WWE NXT have announced that former IWGP Intercontinental Champion Shinsuke Nakamura will be appearing at the WWE NXT Takeover: Dallas live special on the WWE Network during WrestleMania 32 week BREAKING NEWS: #WWENXT General Manager @RealKingRegal just announced @ShinsukeN is coming to #NXTTakeOver: Dallas! pic.twitter.com/C8EcX3HzEI — WWE NXT (@WWENXT) January 28, 2016
Shinsuke Nakamura Update
New Japan Pro Wrestling held a press conference earlier today in where Shinsuke Nakamura was formally stripped of the IWGP Intercontinental Championship and where Nakamura announced that he will be leaving the promotion in a couple of days time, with his final shows for New Japan to take place on January 29th and January 30th. Continue Reading »
Shinsuke Nakamura – WWE Update
Former IWGP Intercontinental Champion Shinsuke Nakamura will be heading to the United States for several weeks early next month to spend time at the WWE Performance Center according to a report from PWInsider.com. The report notes that Nakamura will train at the WWE Performance Center and will also undergo medical testing that, if he passes, Continue Reading »
Shinsuke Nakamura Stripped Of IWGP Intercontinental Championship
New Japan Pro Wrestling announced today that Shinsuke Nakamura, who is reported to be in talks with WWE about joining the company, has been stripped of the IWGP Intercontinental Championship and that Kenny Omega will face off against a mystery opponent in the main event of the NJPW New Beginnings event on February 14th in Continue Reading »
Shinsuke Nakamura – WWE Update
New Japan Pro Wrestling star and current IWGP Intercontinental Champion Shinsuke Nakamura will be leaving the promotion at the end of this month, according to a report from Tokyo Sports in Japan. Nakamura gave his notice to the company prior to the Wrestle Kingdom 10 event, with the initial thought among many that he would Continue Reading »
Finn Balor Teases BULLET CLUB Reunion In WWE
Speaking through his official Twitter and Instagram account, WWE NXT Champion Finn Balor teased fans regarding reports that Shinsuke Nakamura, AJ Styles, Doc Gallows and Karl Anderson could be on their way to the WWE, the latter two of who were part of the BULLET CLUB when Balor (then as Prince Devitt) was the leader Continue Reading »
Update On WWE’s Interest In Top New Japan Pro Wrestling Star
In an update on WWE expressing an interest in New Japan Pro Wrestling superstar and IWGP Intercontinental Champion Shinsuke Nakamura, Nakamura is said to also be in negotiations with New Japan regarding a new deal. Nakamura’s contract with New Japan Pro Wrestling will expire in January 2016 and he is scheduled to defend the title Continue Reading »
WWE Interested In Top New Japan Pro Wrestling Star?
WWE are reported to be highly interested in signing New Japan Pro Wrestling superstar and current IWGP Intercontinental Champion Shinsuke Nakamura to a deal with the company. In an interesting note, Nakamura’s deal with New Japan will expire in January 2016 and he is scheduled to defend the title against AJ Styles on January 4th, Continue Reading »
Shinsuke Nakamura To Appear At Ring Of Honor’s 14th Anniversary Event
Ring Of Honor Wrestling sent out the following: THE STARS OF NJPW ARE COMING TO LAS VEGAS ROH’s 14th Anniversary – Feb 26th & 27th On February 26th and 27th 2016, the best wrestling on the planet returns to at Sam’s Town Hotel & Gambling Hall in Las Vegas! Ring of Honor is celebrating our Continue Reading »
Competitors Announced For 2015 NJPW G1 CLIMAX Tournament
New Japan Pro Wrestling announced the 20 competitors for the 2015 G1 CLIMAX tournament during the finals of the 2015 Best of the Super Juniors tournament on New Japan World. The tournament begins on July 20th and finishes on August 16th. The 20 names confirmed for the tournament are Kazuchika Okada, AJ Styles, Hirooki Goto, Continue Reading »