WWE SmackDown fans were treated to a major surprise last night as Shinsuke Nakamura made his long-awaited return to television, setting the stage for a new feud. This was Nakamura’s first appearance on WWE TV since April, and it came with a bang as he laid out LA Knight with a devastating Kinshasa.
Shinsuke Nakamura Targets LA Knight
The former Intercontinental Champion struck after LA Knight successfully defended the United States Championship against Berto. Nakamura’s attack signals the beginning of a potential title feud, positioning him as a major threat to Knight’s reign.
Backstage Insights into Nakamura’s Return
According to Fightful Select, Nakamura’s surprise return was actually planned for “a number of weeks,” despite not being listed on internal rundowns for the show. However, the report confirms that he was included in the final script.
Other key backstage details include:
- Nakamura has not been absent due to injury; he has been competing at live events regularly since April.
- WWE intentionally kept his return off rundowns to maintain secrecy and surprise fans.
Concern Over Match Finish Spoiler
In related backstage news from last night’s SmackDown, there was concern about a potential spoiler for a match finish. While the specifics remain unclear, WWE continues to prioritize protecting key moments from being leaked.
What’s Next for Shinsuke Nakamura?
Nakamura’s return creates fresh excitement on SmackDown, especially with LA Knight riding high as one of WWE’s most popular stars. A feud between the two promises to deliver thrilling matches and could elevate the United States Championship into a marquee storyline.
Fans can expect Nakamura’s unique style and charisma to bring new challenges to the blue brand in the weeks ahead.
Stay tuned for updates on Shinsuke Nakamura’s feud with LA Knight and all the latest WWE SmackDown developments.
