Shinsuke Nakamura vs. Hiroshi Tanahashi Being Discussed for 2026 Retirement Bout

Talk of a dream #wrestling match between #ShinsukeNakamura and #HiroshiTanahashi is heating up—but it’s far from confirmed.

According to #FightfulSelect, NJPW officials discussed Nakamura as Tanahashi’s final opponent for Wrestle Kingdom 2026, but politics and contracts make it a longshot. WWE’s talent restrictions and NJPW’s ties with AEW and CMLL complicate any deal.

Source: Fightful Select, Wrestling Observer Radio