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AJ Styles Confirms One-Year Timeline for Retirement From In-Ring Competition

The 26-year veteran says he intends to step away before his performance declines.

Overview

  • A Tokyo Sports interview quotes Styles saying he will "definitely" retire within the next year.
  • Styles is booked to face John Cena at Crown Jewel in Perth on October 11, a match announced by Paul "Triple H" Levesque.
  • He said he will "probably" appear at WrestleMania next year, though his involvement remains unconfirmed.
  • Styles indicated WWE’s upcoming Japan shows will likely be his final matches in the country.
  • He said he has not decided on post-retirement plans but will probably work for WWE in a developmental or producer role.