WWE Hall of Famer Jim Ross is back with his latest blog where he talks about the Shinsuke Nakamura vs. Finn Balor match that aired on this week’s episode of NXT and more. You can check out the full entry here along with a few highlights below.
Thoughts on Finn Balor vs. Shinsuke Nakamura: “Smart programming by WWE to have the Finn Balor vs Shinsuke Nakamura match comprise the entire NXT broadcast. I liked that idea and it worked for me. The match was excellent but for some reason, after it was over, I was left wanting more which isn’t a bad thing for the record. The strategy was sound in how the match was constructed and the only negative that I can pinpoint, after the fact, is that after Balor effectively focused on Nakamura’s leg that Shinsuke forsake his ‘selling mode’ and efficiently used the ‘damaged’ leg offensively down the home stretch of the match. A small sell in that process would have effective and would have enhanced the overall story telling of the match.
Nonetheless, I enjoyed the match and the commentary of Tom Phillips and Corey Graves as they provided a viable narrative of the contest and they stayed focused on what was on my TV screen which is always the best route to travel. Balor and Nakamura are both ready to headline any WWE event that one can book them on going forward. Anxious to see how they each fit into the WWE Draft next week.”
A possible Shaq vs. Big Show match at WrestleMania 33: “Nice publicity stunt by WWE having Big Show and Shaq talk about having a “match” at WM33 in Orlando while both were attending the ESPY’s. That would be a marketable “attraction” bout that should garner ample main stream publicity. I’m interested in the process if this concept moves forward.
Idea…would a giant, tag team match featuring Show and Shaq as partners be easier to execute and still provide the desired publicity?”
