18 Things We Learned From Shinsuke Nakamura On Talk Is Jericho
9. Developing His Knee-Based Offense
While studying Nakamura's work before their match Jericho picked up on the fact that in addition to his finisher the Kinshasa, the Japanese star incorporates a vast array of other knee-based maneuvers into his arsenal.
Shinsuke says that he suffered some injuries during his time practicing mixed martial arts - including a broken nose and busted eyebrow - and quickly realized that the knee is one of the most dangerous weapons on the human body.
Chris says that it's also a relatable form of offense because, while most fans have never been bodyslammed or suplexed, many people have been hit by a knee, even if only inadvertently, and it adds a sense of realism to his matches.