WWE Star Supports Tsuruya Rei in His MMA Fight
Summary
– Shinsuke Nakamura served as a cornerman for Tsuruya Rei at UFC 303 in Las Vegas.
– Nakamura’s presence coincided with Rei’s victory over Carlos Hernandez, maintaining his undefeated record.
– This crossover is part of the growing WWE-UFC collaboration under the TKO umbrella.
Shinsuke Nakamura, known for his long tenure in WWE, made a surprising appearance at UFC 303 in Las Vegas, serving as a cornerman for MMA fighter Tsuruya Rei. The event at the T-Mobile Arena on June 29 featured a headline bout between Alex Pereira and Jiri Prochazka. Nakamura’s presence in Rei’s corner brought good fortune as Rei defeated Carlos Hernandez, preserving his perfect MMA record.
Nakamura’s last in-ring appearance on WWE television was on April 22, where he faced Sheamus. However, he competes in house shows, frequently challenging Cody Rhodes for the title. The WWE and UFC working under the TKO umbrella has led to exciting crossovers like Nakamura’s recent role at UFC 303.
TSURUYA x NAKAMURA
Rei Tsuruya & @ShinsukeN celebrate after picking up the W! YeaOh!
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— UFC on TNT Sports (@ufcontnt) June 29, 2024
