Dolph Ziggler WWE return: TNA star Nic Nemeth is open to being ‘The Showoff' again, but conditions apply
Dolph Ziggler WWE return: The WWE has a working relationship with Impact Wrestling, which has created new opportunities for talents associated with both companies. Oba Femi appeared on Impact Wrestling some time ago during his feud with Moose. Similarly, Joe Hendry recently shocked the world by taking on Randy Orton at WrestleMania 41. Now, another TNA star has hinted at a one-off appearance at a WWE event.
Dolph Ziggler may return to the WWE on this condition
Nic Nemeth is a popular name in TNA. He previously worked with the WWE, where he wrestled under the name Dolph Ziggler and won the World Heavyweight title on two occasions. The star left the promotion in 2023, ending his 19-year association with it. In an interview with the Daily Star, he said he was open to returning to WWE for a one-off appearance. He added that he would want this to happen in the Royal Rumble match as it would allow him to enter to his old theme music, wear his old trunks, and deliver a superkick.
The former 'Showoff', however, ruled out a full-time return to the sports-entertainment juggernaut.
Joe Hendry had entered the Royal Rumble this year
Interestingly, if Nic Nemeth does indeed enter the Royal Rumble match next year, he won't be the first TNA star to do so. Joe Hendry participated in the marquee match this year. He gave a good account of himself before being eliminated by Roman Reigns. 'Mr Say My Name' also answered Randy Orton's open challenge at WrestleMania 4. He got in some offense before being hit by an RKO. Moose and The Hardys had earlier appeared on NXT and feuded with Oba Femi and Fraxiom, respectively. It remains to be seen whether this partnership leads to Ziggler's return.
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