AJ Styles comments on Ilja Dragunov's WWE departure as 'very sad
Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 10:01 PM
Last updated Aug 26, 2026
AJ Styles expressed confusion and sadness over Ilja Dragunov's recent departure from WWE during an episode of "The AJ Styles Show." Dragunov's contract expired last week, and Styles said he was unaware of the details surrounding the situation. While he noted his disappointment, there is speculation that Dragunov may join All Elite Wrestling soon, particularly with AEW All In approaching this weekend. AEW owner Tony Khan praised Dragunov previously, leading to expectations of his potential arrival in the promotion.
- •Ilja Dragunov left WWE after his contract expired last week.
- •AJ Styles called Dragunov’s departure very sad.
- •Styles is unsure about the reasons for Dragunov’s exit.
- •Speculation mounts regarding Dragunov joining AEW.
- •Tony Khan has praised Dragunov in past interviews.
- 10:01 PMWrestling Inc — AJ Styles Doesn't Get Ilja Dragunov's WWE Exit: 'Very Sad'
"WWE Hall of Famer AJ Styles says he doesn't know nothing about Ilja Dragunov's WWE exit, nor does he understand it, referring to it as "very sad"
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