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Shinsuke Nakamura just accidentally told the world when AJ Styles is retiring. Then he quickly deleted the evidence. The damage, however, was already done.

Wrestling News / The Sportster / January 25

Nakamura Confirms Worst Possible News for AJ Styles Fans

Shinsuke Nakamura seems to have confirmed the news that most AJ Styles fans are fearing: he'll be retiring from in-ring action at the Royal Rumble. In a now-deleted post that popped up around the time of Saturday Night's Main Event, Nakamura shared in his diary that Styles did confirm the Rumble would be his last match as an active competitor.

Wrestling News / Total Apex Sports / January 6

Shinsuke Nakamura Confirms Failed Attempt To Appear At Wrestle Kingdom 20 For Hiroshi Tanahashi

In the world of professional wrestling, the “Forbidden Door” has been kicked open, unhinged, and turned into firewood over the last few years. We’ve seen AEW stars in the Tokyo Dome, NJPW icons on TNT, and TNA champions appearing on WWE television.

Wrestling News / Last Word On Sports / November 24

Apollo Crews Returns to Action After Injury Setback

Apollo Crews has been a steady presence on WWE’s mid-card, facing off against stars like Shinsuke Nakamura and Bobby Lashley. Earlier this year, his momentum was stopped when he tore a pectoral muscle, which kept him out of action for several months while he recovered from surgery.

Wrestling News / The Sportster / November 10

Shinsuke Nakamura Interested in Hiroshi Tanahashi's Final NJPW Match

Hiroshi Tanahashi's final match at Wrestle Kingdom 20 will be against Kazuchika Okada. Nakamura was willing, but WWE didn't approve him as Tanahashi's final opponent.

Wrestling News / Last Word On Sports / October 28

Is WWE Star Shinsuke Nakamura Being Lined Up for Hiroshi Tanahashi NJPW Retirement Match?

Internal conversations have reportedly taken place at NJPW discussing a dream match for Hiroshi Tanahashi’s retirement at Wrestle Kingdom 2026. The name under consideration is none other than WWE star Shinsuke Nakamura.

Wrestling News / NY Fights / October 23

Shinsuke Nakamura Says He’s Not Retiring, Wants To Win The World Heavyweight Championship In WWE

When Shinsuke Nakamura signed with WWE in 2016, he was one of the most popular wrestlers in NXT. The company also treated him well, as Nakamura won the NXT Championship on two occasions.

Wrestling News / The Sportster / October 22

Shinsuke Nakamura Discusses Retirement Plans and WWE Goals

Nakamura isn't retiring soon - estimates maybe five more years, but doubts wrestling a decade from now. His main aim: win the WWE World Heavyweight Title to open a path for future Japanese and Asian stars.

Wrestling News / Wrestling on SI / October 21

Shinsuke Nakamura's WWE Contract Status Amid Talks Of Hiroshi Tanahashi's Last Match

It's been a bit more than ten years since New Japan Pro Wrestling's "Ace" Hiroshi Tanahashi and the King of Strong Style Shinsuke Nakamura have wrestled against each other.

Wrestling News / Total Apex Sports / October 18

Shinsuke Nakamura Made Reveal Statement That He Is Contemplating Retirement

Well, it looks like the retirement bug is contagious in the WWE locker room. Following a recent tour in Japan, Shinsuke Nakamura took to social media with a message that has everyone buzzing.

Wrestling News / The Sportster / October 10

Tama Tonga & Shinsuke Nakamura Return to WWE SmackDown

Don't Read Any Further If You Haven't Watched The October 10, 2025 Edition Of SmackDown. The WWE SmackDown before the Crown Jewel PLE was an exciting one.

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Wrestling News / Last Word On Sports / October 10

Shinsuke Nakamura Returns on WWE SmackDown

For the sixth straight week, United States Champion Sami Zayn extended another “U.S. Open Challenge” to anyone willing to go up against the “Underdog of the Underground” and try their hand at prying away the gold on WWE SmackDown.

Wrestling News / Last Word On Sports / September 30

Shinsuke Nakamura Set for In-Ring Comeback on WWE Japan Tour

WWE is preparing for a much-anticipated return to Japan this October with two Supershow events in Tokyo. Fans can look forward to stacked match cards, top stars, and the long-awaited in-ring comeback of Shinsuke Nakamura, who has not appeared since June.

Wrestling News / Wrestling on SI / September 13

Are Plans For Shinsuke Nakamura Being Revealed?

The former United States and Intercontinental Champion, Shinsuke Nakamura, hasn't been seen on WWE television in a few months. His last appearance was on the June 13th episode of SmackDown, which saw him lose a King of the Ring first-round Fatal Four-Way match to Cody Rhodes.

Wrestling News / Athlon Sports / May 6