Triple H has officially announced a highly anticipated John Cena AJ Styles match scheduled for WWE Crown Jewel on October 11. This confirmation follows growing fan demand and social media discussions about seeing the two wrestling icons face off once more.
Announcement of the John Cena and AJ Styles Match for WWE Crown Jewel
After a disappointing encounter between John Cena and Brock Lesnar at Wrestlepalooza, where Lesnar decisively defeated Cena, fans eagerly awaited news of Cena’s next opponent. Since Monday Night RAW, Cena has been vocal about his desire to wrestle AJ Styles, directly engaging Triple H on social media to push for the matchup. AJ Styles agreed to the bout quickly, and finally, Triple H responded to the fans’ hopes. On X (formerly Twitter), Triple H confirmed the match will take place during WWE Crown Jewel.
.@JohnCena vs. @AJStylesOrg is a match we all want to see. And at #WWECrownJewel…we will. Saturday, October 11 on @espn & @netflix.”
– Triple H, WWE Executive
Other Key Matches Announced for WWE Crown Jewel Event
The WWE Crown Jewel event is set for October 11 at the RAC Arena in Perth, Western Australia. Alongside the John Cena AJ Styles match, Seth Rollins as World Heavyweight Champion will defend his title against Undisputed Champion Cody Rhodes. This clash will be contested for the prestigious Crown Jewel Championship.
The women’s division will also see notable action. Stephanie Vaquer, the Women’s World Champion, will compete in a match for the Women’s Crown Jewel title. Her opponent will be determined among Tiffany Stratton, Jade Cargill, or Nia Jax, following their recently concluded triple threat contest for the Women’s Championship on SmackDown.
Significance of the Matchup and Future Prospects
The John Cena AJ Styles match represents a major highlight for WWE Crown Jewel, fulfilling a long-standing wish among fans to witness these two stars collide. Following the criticism surrounding Cena’s loss to Lesnar, this bout offers an opportunity to re-energize his presence in the WWE spotlight with a compelling, competitive match. The event as a whole features several high-profile contests, promising an engaging night of wrestling in Perth and expanding WWE’s global appeal.
.@JohnCena vs. @AJStylesOrg is a match we all want to see. And at #WWECrownJewel…we will.
Saturday, October 11 on @espn & @netflix. https://t.co/PhF5NM6AoC pic.twitter.com/Z7nsRuXwTb
— Triple H (@TripleH) September 23, 2025
