WWE Superstar AJ Styles Confirms Retirement Rumours; Former TNA Champion To Bid In-Ring Career Adieu in 2026 (Watch Video)
AJ Styles has responded to talks about his impending retirement from in-ring action, which has been in the wrestling circles for a few years. The 48-year-old has been in the wrestling business since 2001 and has had successful stints in Total Nonstop Action (TNA), Ring of Honor, and New Japan Pro-Wrestling before making his WWE debut in 2016 will retire in 2026.
AJ Styles has responded to talks about his impending retirement from in-ring action, which has been in the wrestling circles for a few years. Speaking on WWE Crown Jewel 2025 kickoff, 'The Phenomenal One' confirmed that the World Wrestling Entertainment superstar will indeed retire from the sport next year in 2026, with the date remaining unconfirmed. The 48-year-old has been in the wrestling business since 2001 and has had successful stints in Total Nonstop Action (TNA), Ring of Honor, and New Japan Pro-Wrestling before making his WWE debut in 2016. Styles will be in action against John Cena in the upcoming WWE Crown Jewel 2025 PLE this evening. Interestingly, Cena is currently on his retirement tour. WWE Crown Jewel 2025: Match Card, Date, Time in IST, Live Streaming Details and All You Need to Know.
AJ Styles Set To Retire Next Year
"In 2026, I will retire."
AJ Styles confirms that his in ring career will end next year. 😮💨 pic.twitter.com/1YQlV2HvbV
— WWE (@WWE) October 10, 2025
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