The WWE Universe witnessed AJ Styles‘ retirement after his defeat to Gunther at the Royal Rumble, marking the end of his in-ring career. However, Becky Lynch suggests that another prominent WWE star, AJ Lee, could also be stepping away from wrestling this year.
Lynch, who has been involved in a heated rivalry with AJ Lee for several months, is set to defend her Women’s Intercontinental Championship against Lee in a singles match at the upcoming Elimination Chamber event. This will be AJ Lee’s first singles competition since her return to WWE after more than ten years.
Talking to SportsCenter about the upcoming bout, Becky Lynch expressed confidence that she will finish off AJ Lee’s wrestling journey at Elimination Chamber, making a pointed comparison to AJ Styles’ recent retirement.
“We’ve moved past [AJ Lee]. I’m very excited to see the end of her and to retire her. Unfortunately for her, she will be the least talented AJ to retire this year.”
?Becky Lynch, WWE Superstar
Transition for AJ Styles Within WWE Following Retirement
AJ Styles concluded his in-ring career at the Royal Rumble after risking his wrestling future against Gunther and suffering a loss. Despite widespread speculation about a possible move to rival promotions like AEW or TNA, Styles has denied these rumors and remains aligned with WWE.
Reports indicate that Styles has signed a new agreement with WWE that shifts his role from active competitor to mentor, focusing on developing the company’s emerging talent. This new position allows him to stay involved with WWE while stepping away from active wrestling.
Since debuting at the 2016 Royal Rumble, Styles has been a central figure for WWE, maintaining a high profile for nearly ten years before retiring at the same monumental event a decade later.
Significance of These Retirement Developments for WWE
The departure of major stars like AJ Styles and potentially AJ Lee signals a notable shift within WWE’s roster and future plans. Becky Lynch’s confrontation with Lee at Elimination Chamber could mark the close of another chapter for the company’s veteran performers. Meanwhile, Styles’ transition into a mentorship role underscores WWE’s intent to cultivate new talent while preserving its legacy stars behind the scenes.
As Becky Lynch WWE retirement discussions continue, fans and analysts alike will be watching closely to see how these changes affect WWE’s competitive landscape and storytelling moving forward. Lynch’s forthcoming match at Elimination Chamber promises to be a critical moment in defining the next era for WWE’s women’s division.
