AJ Styles reveals five wrestlers he wanted to face before retirement

Wrestling Inc1 min read • Latest: May 31, 2026, 6:30 PM

Last updated May 31, 2026

AJ Styles reveals five wrestlers he wanted to face before retirement
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AJ Styles discussed his preferred opponents for his final matches on "The Phenomenally Retro Podcast". He named Christopher Daniels, Samoa Joe, and Frankie Kazarian as top picks, alongside a potential six-man tag featuring The Good Brothers against The Usos and Roman Reigns. Styles expressed satisfaction with recent bouts against CM Punk, John Cena, and Shinsuke Nakamura during his career's final months. These opponents align with Styles' long history in wrestling, particularly with those from TNA Wrestling. The discussion reflects on his legacy as he nears retirement after a notable career.

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  • Styles reveals preferred final opponents including Daniels and Joe.
  • He appreciates recent matches against Cena, Punk, and Nakamura.
  • Styles suggests a six-man tag featuring The Good Brothers.
  • His choices reflect longstanding rivalries from his career.
  • The podcast offers a glimpse into Styles' retirement reflections.
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WWE's AJ Styles reveals the opponents he would have handpicked for his final series of wrestling matches.

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