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WWE signs Japanese star Kenta to NXT

STAMFORD, Conn. — WWE today announced it has signed Kenta, one of Japan’s biggest stars, to its NXT division. The announcement took place during a signing ceremony at a WWE Live Event in Osaka, Japan with WWE icon and Hall of Famer Hulk Hogan presiding.

Kenta’s intense and straightforward in-ring style has led to his success in Japan, as well as during visits to the U.S. He is expected to reach new heights of global success with WWE.

“Kenta is an incredible performer who brings the crowd to its feet when he steps into the ring,” said Paul Levesque, Executive Vice President, Talent, Creative and Live Events, WWE. “WWE’s signing of Kenta reflects our continued dedication to creating a diverse roster that appeals to our global fan base.”

“I am humbled to join WWE’s NXT division and look forward to honing my craft with the global leader in sports-entertainment,” said Kenta.

Kenta will relocate to Orlando, Florida, where he will train at WWE’s state-of-the-art Performance Center to enhance his talents both athletically and creatively.

*squeels like a little girl*

 

[NastyYaffa]

re: New speculation on KENTA possibly joining WWE

I wouldn't call him a legend yet lol

Would be epic to see Bryan vs. KENTA once again. Their GBH match is one of my all-time favorites.

 

[Mr. I]

re: New speculation on KENTA possibly joining WWE

Kenta Kobashi is a legend, KENTA is not quite at that level yet, but he is one of the country's best. I hope it works out for him.

 

[5*RVD]

re: New speculation on KENTA possibly joining WWE

I'd be all for it. I miss seeing some proper Japanese performers on the shows. I've always loved guys like Tajiri, Taka or Jimmy Yang (not necessarily the gimmick). KENTA could definitely be a very nice addition to the roster.

 

[PimentoSlice]

re: New speculation on KENTA possibly joining WWE

If someone like Tajiri (who for the most part had a comedy type of gimmick) could have success in WWE, I think KENTA a serious character will do just fine in WWE, just bring him in as a real American or make him a Paul Heyman Guy and he can avoid the mic and do what he does best, wrestle.

Paul Heyman could even use the fact that guys like Cm Punk and Bryan ripped his client off by stealing his signature moves and they could do a whole storyline just on that.

Hopefully the rumors are true.

 

[the fox]

re: New speculation on KENTA possibly joining WWE

if he actually join he could always debut as heel claming Punk and Bryan stole his moves and they used his work to get over and he is the true big star not them and he joined WWE to prove this

 

[JustJoel]

re: New speculation on KENTA possibly joining WWE

And on the day KENTA debuts, there will be marking...furious, violent marking.

 

[Flawlessstuff]

re: New speculation on KENTA possibly joining WWE

He can be a Paul Heyman Guy
Be a real American so Zeb Colter can say he is "not racist"
He can be the 2nd Guy Lana will manage
Since Devin Taylor is Half Japanese, they can repackage her as his interpreter Valet....

 

[PRODIGY]

re: New speculation on KENTA possibly joining WWE

If true then fuck yeah! While their at it bring Kana too.

 

[Green]

re: New speculation on KENTA possibly joining WWE

Kenta vs Bryan in WWE, who the fuck ever imagined seeing that.

 

[Chismo]

re: New speculation on KENTA possibly joining WWE

Top Japanese Wrestling Legend

 

[Saber Rider ^-^]

re: New speculation on KENTA possibly joining WWE

Legend is thrown around too frequently nowadays, but KENTA would be a very decent signing.

He has some great chemistry with the likes of Bryan and WWE have been looking for a Japanese guy (Not Yoshi Tatsu apparently) for a while now to tap into that lucrative Asian market :vince$

If his English is decent enough he's got a chance.

 

[x78]

re: New speculation on KENTA possibly joining WWE

I still want WWE to sign Okada. Put him with Heyman and he would be massive.

 

[Saber Rider ^-^]

re: New speculation on KENTA possibly joining WWE

I still want WWE to sign Okada. Put him with Heyman and he would be massive.

Didn't he turn them down last year. They make good money in NJPW especially if you're the man. Also WWE have a horrible track record with Japanese wrestlers don't they, I don't blame him for been apprehensive and staying tbh.

But yeah if Okada came to the 'E as a Paul Heyman guy I would legit jeez myself :zayn3

 

[Mr. I]

re: New speculation on KENTA possibly joining WWE

I still want WWE to sign Okada. Put him with Heyman and he would be massive.

Okada is contracted with NJPW through the end of 2014, and what's more, he's being positioned as their top star for years to come. They'd have to pay an extraordinary amount to get him.

 

[HOJO]

re: New speculation on KENTA possibly joining WWE

Top Japanese Wrestling Legend

If true then fuck yeah! While their at it bring Kana too.

That's purely a dream. I don't think they'll ever hire any Joshi girls.

 

[Geeee]

re: New speculation on KENTA possibly joining WWE

Does Kenta speak any English? Tajiri succeeded because he was fluent in English.

 

[Mr. I]

re: New speculation on KENTA possibly joining WWE

Does Kenta speak any English? Tajiri succeeded because he was fluent in English.

Passable.

 

[TheGodsofChristmas]

re: New speculation on KENTA possibly joining WWE

I wouldn't call him a legend yet lol

Would be epic to see Bryan vs. KENTA once again. Their GBH match is one of my all-time favorites.

Kenta Kobashi is definitely a legend. One of the greatest in ring performers of all time. He would be great in the WWE match wise, but I doubt he would do much.

At the same time though, I said that about Daniel Bryan and...

 

[x78]

re: New speculation on KENTA possibly joining WWE

Kenta Kobashi is definitely a legend. One of the greatest in ring performers of all time. He would be great in the WWE match wise, but I doubt he would do much.

At the same time though, I said that about Daniel Bryan and...

KENTA is not Kenta Kobashi. That seems to be a mistake that the dirtsheet writers also made. Kobashi is 47 years old and retired. KENTA is the guy who invented the Go To Sleep, and also Bryan's running knee finisher.