LA Knight vs. Shinsuke Nakamura: What’s Next After the U.S. Title Change?

Survivor Series 2024 gave us a surprise in the form of Shinsuke Nakamura’s victory over LA Knight for the U.S. Championship. Shinsuke’s new sinister persona finally feels like the character he was born to play—a menacing, no-nonsense competitor ready to dominate. But what does this mean for LA Knight, one of WWE’s fastest-rising stars?

For Shinsuke, this title reign is an opportunity for redemption. Fans have long lamented the missteps in his WWE booking, but this victory feels like a step in the right direction. The match, while brief, showcased Shinsuke’s brutal efficiency and reestablished him as a credible threat. His new look and attitude could lead to some incredible rivalries moving forward.

As for LA Knight, his future feels uncertain. Speculation arose about his attitude during the match, with some suggesting he didn’t want to “do business.” Whether it was intentional or not, his performance lacked the spark fans have come to expect. Could this be a turning point in his character’s evolution? A more aggressive, Stone Cold-like attitude might be just what Knight needs to solidify himself as a top-tier star.

We discuss all this and more on this week’s WrestleChat Podcast. Join us on YouTube or iHeartRadio for an in-depth look at what’s next for LA Knight and why Shinsuke Nakamura’s new persona could define 2025.