AJ Styles reflects on pitching legends for WrestleMania Boneyard Match
Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 9, 2026, 12:30 PM
Last updated Jul 9, 2026

AJ Styles shared insights about his quest to wrestle WWE legends during the pandemic. On his "Phenomenally Retro Podcast," he recounted how he approached various superstars, including Triple H and Shawn Michaels, before ultimately convincing The Undertaker to face him in the unique Boneyard Match at WrestleMania 36 in April 2020. Styles expressed his jealousy over fellow wrestlers like CM Punk being able to compete against top names, motivating him to reach out. Six years later, The Undertaker informed Styles of his induction into the WWE Hall of Fame, marking a significant moment in their shared history.
- •AJ Styles pitched matches with WWE legends during COVID-19.
- •He ultimately faced The Undertaker at WrestleMania 36.
- •Styles expressed jealousy over wrestlers like CM Punk.
- •The Undertaker later inform Styles about his Hall of Fame induction.
- 12:30 PMWrestling Inc — AJ Styles Pitched Matches With WWE Legends Before Boneyard Match
"Hall of Famer AJ Styles describes his desire to wrestle with legends during the pandemic and how that ultimately led to his Boneyard Match with The Undertaker.
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