AJ Styles explains differences between WWE storytelling and MMA

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Last updated Jun 15, 2026

AJ Styles explains differences between WWE storytelling and MMA
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AJ Styles, recently inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame, discussed the differences between WWE and MMA on his podcast. He emphasized that wins and losses hold less significance in WWE compared to MMA, focusing instead on character development and storytelling. Styles stated that his role is to entertain and help elevate younger talent, noting that the emphasis should be on the story rather than individual outcomes. He reflected on his career’s focus, indicating that he is not concerned with championships, but rather the impact and entertainment value he brings to the audience.

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  • AJ Styles discusses storytelling in WWE versus MMA.
  • He emphasizes that wins and losses are not as critical in WWE.
  • Styles believes his job is to elevate younger talent.
  • He reflects on his career and focus on entertainment.
  • Styles was recently inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame.
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AJ Styles has been about long enough to know everything there is to know about the world of professional wrestling. After a glittering career where he had huge success in New Japan, TNA and then WWE, Styles will go down as one of the greatest to ever do it and was rightly inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame this year.

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