AJ Styles’ recent WWE RAW pipebomb drew notable responses from his close friends in the wrestling world on Monday Night RAW. The video highlighted Styles speaking out about his current booking situation while referencing former O.C. members, who are also his real-life companions.
Friends from Wrestling React to AJ Styles’ RAW Promo
During the latest episode of WWE RAW, AJ Styles delivered a candid promo where he openly addressed frustrations related to his role and storyline direction. A key moment was his mention of former O.C. teammates Luke Gallows, Karl Anderson, and Michin—known previously as Mia Yim—pointing to their ongoing camaraderie despite their varying WWE statuses.
Michin is currently part of the SmackDown roster, while Gallows and Anderson were released earlier this year. Styles’ mention of them sparked immediate online attention, with both Gallows and Michin publicly responding.
Luke Gallows and Michin Share Their Thoughts on Styles’ Remarks
Luke Gallows reacted humorously on his X/Twitter account, suggesting that AJ Styles should compensate him every time his name comes up in such a passionate speech.
Michin expressed solidarity with Styles’ frustrations by reaffirming her support and backing him in the ongoing situation, quoting a tweet that showed Styles directly naming her during the promo.
The History and Reunion of The Club and the O.C. Stable
AJ Styles has a long history with Gallows and Anderson, having first collaborated with them in New Japan Pro Wrestling (NJPW) as part of the Bullet Club, where Styles stepped in as leader after Finn Balor’s departure. They later reunited in WWE under the name The Club (O.C.) in 2016.
Although that alliance dissolved in 2020 following the release of Gallows and Anderson, the three reformed in 2024, bringing Michin into the group to aid Styles in his factional conflict with The Judgment Day.
Current Feud and Impact on Styles’ Career
At present, AJ Styles is engaged in a rivalry with Dominik Mysterio. Their most recent match saw Styles narrowly miss capturing the WWE Intercontinental Championship, leaving his storyline direction uncertain. The candid promo on RAW signals a potential shift or renewed focus on his character’s upcoming trajectory in WWE.
