AJ Styles recalls WrestleMania 35 opener with Randy Orton
Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 19, 2026, 4:00 PM
Last updated Sep 19, 2026
AJ Styles discussed his match against Randy Orton at WrestleMania 35 during a recent interview. The match took place at MetLife Stadium in 2019 and was supposed to be the opener until Brock Lesnar's match was prioritized. Styles remarked that the spotlight obstructed fans' views, diminishing the crowd's energy. He praised Orton's unique contributions to wrestling, noting the success of his RKO finisher.
- •AJ Styles faced Randy Orton at WrestleMania 35 in 2019.
- •The match was affected by spotlight issues, leading to a silent crowd.
- •Brock Lesnar's match was chosen to open the show instead.
- •Styles praised Orton's legendary status and in-ring understanding.
- •The match's quality was overshadowed by the lack of crowd engagement.
- 4:00 PMWrestling Inc — AJ Styles Says He Was Supposed To Open WWE WrestleMania 35 Alongside Randy Orton
"WWE Hall of Famer AJ Styles has reflected on his WrestleMania 35 match with Randy Orton and what he feels ruined it.
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