Nic Nemeth Reflects on Shinsuke Nakamura's WWE Booking Challenges

The booking of Shinsuke Nakamura in WWE continues to perplex fans and analysts alike. After debuting to enthusiastic crowds in 2016 and winning the Men's Royal Rumble in 2018, Nakamura's trajectory has not maintained its initial momentum, particularly following his match at WrestleMania 34.

Nic Nemeth, a former WWE star, commented on Nakamura's debut match against him at Backlash 2017, recalling the excitement of the crowd. He expressed disappointment that WWE did not capitalize on Nakamura's potential by incorporating MMA-style moves, as he had suggested to then-CEO Vince McMahon. Instead, the match followed a traditional format, resulting in a 16-minute contest that ended with Nakamura's victory.

Recently, Nakamura made a return to WWE programming after a hiatus, hinting at a new tag team partner to confront a group that attacked him previously. Throughout his WWE career, Nakamura has won multiple championships, including the United States and Intercontinental titles.