Leon Slater, the rising talent from TNA Wrestling, shared with Metro his excitement about a recent encounter with WWE star AJ Styles and the possibility of facing him in the ring. Slater expressed strong confidence that the match everyone is waiting for will happen soon, describing it as a must-watch event.
Anticipation Builds for the Long-Awaited Match
Reflecting on AJ Styles’ support, Slater said,
“The fact that he took time out of his day to watch my match and be gracious enough to give me some feedback afterwards was huge for me. So I’m gonna say when, not if, when it happens. I’m gonna be ready for it, man, and it’s gonna be fun. It’s gonna be legendary.”
This comment highlights Slater’s belief that the AJ Styles dream match is not a matter of possibility, but certainty.
The Role of Trent Seven in Sparking the Match Idea
Slater recounted how fellow wrestler Trent Seven mentioned the idea of a match between him and AJ Styles during their meeting. He explained,
“I had Trent Seven by the side of me at the time. He was cheeky enough to mention it. I don’t really think he heard him. He was like, Yeah, that would be cool. That would be cool.”
He admitted that AJ Styles might not yet know much about him but is confident that will change.
Early Ambitions to Become a Wrestler
Recalling his childhood dreams, Slater shared how his passion for wrestling was clear from an early age. He said,
“Everybody would either be like, Oh yeah, I’ll go into bricklaying, I’ll be a plumber, I’ll go into electricity”
or perhaps become a footballer, but for him, it was always wrestling.
“Maybe I want to be a footballer’. But I was always like, he wants to be around to be a wrestler.”
His determination was evident throughout his school years, marked by a single-minded focus on wrestling.
Significance of the Upcoming Match
The anticipated showdown between Leon Slater and AJ Styles carries weight for both wrestlers and fans alike, marking a potential milestone in Slater’s career. His readiness and optimism suggest that this match could be a defining moment, drawing attention within the wrestling community and further bridging TNA Wrestling and WWE talents. Fans can expect a high-energy, memorable contest when the match finally takes place.
Our Reader’s Queries
Q. Is AJ Styles religious?
A. A.J. Styles, outside of wrestling, is a devoted Christian. He believes his faith helps him stay balanced. Unlike other wrestlers, Styles embraced his faith early in his career, using it as a guiding force rather than a way to cope during tough times.
