AJ Styles Eyes Potential Return to TNA for One Last Match

ORLANDO, Fla. — AJ Styles, a luminary in professional wrestling, is considering a return to TNA for one final match. The renowned wrestler discussed the possibility during a Fanatics panel at WWE World on Friday, April 18, 2025.

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Styles, who spent nearly twelve years with TNA and boasts an impressive record as a three-time world champion and the first Triple Crown and Grand Slam champion, expressed his eagerness to step back into the TNA ring. He stated, “I love [the WWE and TNA partnership]. I still have a couple of friends there, and I would love to have the opportunity to go back and wrestle at least one more match in TNA.”

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When pressed about who he would like to face, Styles didn’t hesitate, naming Frankie Kazarian as his top choice. “Frankie Kazarian. 100 percent,” he affirmed.

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Styles last competed in TNA on January 9, 2014, where he lost to Magnus (Nick Aldis) in a world title unification match. Since joining WWE in 2016, he has continued to enhance his legacy within the sport, recently gearing up for a match against Logan Paul at WrestleMania 41.

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Samoa Joe, another iconic figure from TNA, recently shared his thoughts on AJ Styles’ departure from the company in an interview with Fightful. Joe criticized TNA’s treatment of Styles and reflected on his own exit, citing dissatisfaction with how the company handled contracts and talent management. “How they treated him was disgusting, especially because he was the hardest working guy,” Joe remarked, recalling their frequent main-event matches together.

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The dialogue around such partnerships has reignited fan speculation about cross-promotional matches. Styles’ potential return to TNA, even for a single bout, represents an exciting opportunity for wrestling enthusiasts, especially given the evolving creative landscape between TNA and WWE.

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As the wrestling community awaits further developments, Styles’ legacy as a TNA pioneer remains secure. His remarks indicate that the connection to his past is still strong, and many fans are hopeful to see him back in the ring where it all began.

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For updates and insights on AJ Styles and other wrestling news, follow the conversation on social media and stay tuned for announcements leading up to WrestleMania 41.