Matthew Rehwoldt has expressed his belief that AJ Styles has officially concluded his WWE career following the recent Royal Rumble event. During the event, AJ Styles competed against Gunther in a match where a loss would signify the end of his WWE tenure. After Gunther secured the victory by choking out Styles, many speculated that this moment marked AJ Styles’ WWE retirement, a sentiment Rehwoldt supports fully.
Details of AJ Styles’ Final WWE Match at Royal Rumble
At the WWE Royal Rumble, AJ Styles faced Gunther in a high-stakes match with AJ’s WWE career on the line. Gunther emerged victorious after executing a chokehold that ended the match and effectively AJ Styles’ time with WWE. This match was significant not only for its results but also as a symbolic farewell to Styles’ long-standing presence in the company, stirring emotions among fans and fellow wrestlers alike.
Rehwoldt Shares Thoughts on AJ Styles’ Retirement and Legacy
In a recent interview with 3W-Wrestling, Matthew Rehwoldt spoke about AJ Styles’ potential retirement and legacy, highlighting the impact Styles has had on professional wrestling globally. He emphasized Styles’ accomplishments with multiple promotions, including TNA and WWE, affirming his place among the all-time greats eligible for any wrestling Hall of Fame.
“It’s tough. I mean, one, I did get to see it. I got to see the match. Fantastic work as always. I mean, it is professional wrestling. I mean, and someone like AJ Styles will always have the eyes of the wrestling world glued on him because of what he’s done. in companies like TNA and what he’s done in WWE, he is an all timer in any Hall of Fame in the world. When it comes to pro wrestling, no doubt about it. So, I mean, look, if he did it, it was him who did it. He put the gloves down and then he put them back on. So he gets all the blame for all the scrutiny he’s getting. I’m just going to put that on, on good old uncle Allen there, but I don’t know. I don’t know. Like, again, it left a lot of questions in a lot of people’s heads. I’m of the ilk that I know AJ Styles as a person, and when he says something, he means it. As far as I’m concerned, he’s done. He said he was done. He’s done. It wasn’t maybe the exact timing everyone thought it would be, but then again, it’s wrestling, so the never say never possibility is there, but as a fan, as the little kid inside of me, I don’t want to get excited about anything or assume anything. But if he ever pops up anywhere else, I’m just going to smile because more AJ Styles is good for me in the world of pro wrestling.”
— Matthew Rehwoldt, Professional Wrestler
Rehwoldt Reflects on AJ Styles’ Commitment and Future Possibilities
Rehwoldt noted that while the timing of AJ Styles’ retirement might not have matched everyone’s expectations, Styles is sincere about his decision. He acknowledged wrestling’s unpredictable nature but underscored his personal conviction that Styles is finished with WWE competition. Rehwoldt expressed hope that if Styles shows up elsewhere, it would be a positive occurrence for wrestling fans worldwide.
Additional Commentary from Matthew Rehwoldt on His Career Prospects
Apart from discussing AJ Styles, Matthew Rehwoldt recently shared his own thoughts on possibly returning to the wrestling ring. While he currently has no concrete plans to make a comeback, he remains open to future opportunities, embodying the uncertainty and passion prevalent in professional wrestling circles.
The Significance of AJ Styles’ Departure from WWE
AJ Styles exiting WWE marks the end of an era for one of the industry’s most influential performers. His decades-spanning career, marked by success in multiple wrestling organizations, has left an undeniable legacy that resonates with fans and peers alike. This retirement will likely prompt retrospectives on his achievements and discussions about the evolving future of WWE rosters and storylines. Meanwhile, the possibility that Styles might still appear in other wrestling contexts keeps fans intrigued and hopeful.
