The Royal Rumble is one of professional wrestling’s most thrilling spectacles, drawing fans worldwide with its jaw-dropping moments, surprise entrants, and nostalgic returns. This year’s event promises to be no different, with an intriguing twist: Total Nonstop Action Wrestling (TNA) talent is set to enter the WWE fray.
Among the speculated entrants is TNA World Champion Nic Nemeth, formerly WWE’s Dolph Ziggler. Nemeth’s recent comments have only fueled rumors of his potential return, adding to the growing excitement among fans.
Nic Nemeth’s Eagerness to Create a Viral Moment
In a candid interview with The Daily Star, Nemeth openly shared his enthusiasm for a Royal Rumble comeback. Known for his charisma and technical prowess, the former WWE star painted a vivid picture of how he’d make his return.
“I’m trying to think now what music would be better to make everyone go, ‘Oh!’? I don’t know,” Nemeth said, musing on the perfect entrance. He even hinted at blending nostalgia with his current persona. “As much as I’d want to hear my new music, I think we’d play the old stuff, and then maybe the new one on the way out or something.”
But for Nemeth, the allure of the Rumble isn’t just about reliving past glories. “A Rumble spot, though? Dude, that’s so cool,” he remarked. “To do something fun, wear my old trunks, get the old music to play, come out there, and kick somebody in the face? That would be awesome.”
The champion’s primary motivation? To craft a viral moment. “The most important thing would be creating a viral moment, so I could talk about TNA. That’s the only reason I’d want to do it.”
A Career Reborn Outside WWE
Since parting ways with WWE in 2023, Nemeth has thrived. His departure was a calculated move, as he explained in the interview. “I still had a year and a half left on my contract, and I said, ‘Please.’ I told them, ‘I’m not doing anything here. I’m just hanging out and doing cold five-minute matches.’”
Nemeth’s plea wasn’t rooted in frustration but in a desire to make the most of his career. “I said, ‘I don’t know how much longer I’m a believable world champion for any other company. I might have five more years, I might have two, I might have ten, I don’t know. But sitting here collecting a paycheck and working for five minutes a week is not helping WWE, and it sure as hell isn’t helping me.'”
WWE granted his request, allowing him to break free from the monotony. “Being able to get out of that bubble was such a relief,” Nemeth said.
Since then, he’s become a standout performer in multiple promotions, clinching championships and proving he’s still a force in the ring.
A TNA Invasion: What Fans Can Expect
The involvement of TNA wrestlers in the Royal Rumble adds an extra layer of unpredictability to an already chaotic event. Last year, former TNA Knockouts Champion Jordynne Grace made her WWE debut at the Rumble, raising fans’ expectations for more cross-promotional surprises.
Nemeth’s participation would be especially meaningful, given his long history with WWE and his current stature as TNA World Champion. His potential return could ignite fresh storylines and rekindle rivalries, providing fans with plenty of memorable moments.
For Nemeth, stepping into a WWE ring again would be a bittersweet homecoming. Despite his success outside WWE, he still looks back fondly on his time there. “WWE was so great,” he reflected. “I might not have been in the main event every night, but it was a place that let me grow and find myself.”
Building Anticipation for Royal Rumble 2025
As the countdown to Royal Rumble 2025 continues, speculation around Nemeth’s return grows. His ability to seamlessly blend showmanship with athleticism makes him an ideal candidate for the high-stakes environment of the Rumble.
For fans, the potential of seeing Nemeth, Jordynne Grace, and other TNA stars under the WWE banner sparks endless possibilities. Whether it’s reigniting old rivalries or creating entirely new narratives, the integration of TNA talent could redefine what the Royal Rumble represents.
Will Nic Nemeth’s entrance music hit as the crowd erupts in cheers? Or will his name be conspicuously absent from the lineup? Wrestling enthusiasts will have to tune in to find out.
