Roman Reigns’ old rival also reportedly set to return on SmackDown after SummerSlam 

AJ Styles is also scheduled for next week's episode of Smackdown since his last appearance at the Clash at the Castle PLE. 

Roman Reigns’ old rival also reportedly set to return on SmackDown after SummerSlam 

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Roman Reigns finally made his return to SummerSlam after nearly three months and attacked Solo Sikoa. Following his actions, it was announced that he would appear on the upcoming episode of SmackDown. Along with the Original Tribal Chief, his old rival AJ Styles is also set to return on the same show.

According to reports from PWInsider, AJ Styles will be making his return on the upcoming episode of SmackDown. His last appearance was at the Clash at the Castle PLE, where he lost in an “I Quit” match against the current Undisputed WWE Champion, Cody Rhodes. There had been many speculations about him leaving WWE and possibly joining TNA, but the latest reports have laid all those rumors to rest.

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The Phenomenal One was embroiled in a heated rivalry with Rhodes. Styles became the first challenger for The American Nightmare’s title since he won it at WrestleMania XL against Roman Reigns. After losing in a classic match at Backlash in France, he requested another title shot, but SmackDown GM Nick Aldis denied him that opportunity.

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On the May 31 episode of SmackDown, the former world champion deceived Rhodes by faking his retirement. He brutally attacked the former Stardust and earned a title opportunity, this time in an “I Quit” match. Unfortunately, Rhodes made him quit, and he ultimately failed to win the world title. Recently, the 47-year-old veteran faced Noah’s Naomichi Marufuji in a special singles match on July 13 at Destination PPV.

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Fans reacted to the news of AJ Styles making his return on the upcoming episode of SmackDown

The news of AJ Styles returning on the upcoming episode of SmackDown quickly gained a lot of attention. Some fans were excited by his comeback and expressed their desire to see him face LA Knight once again. Other fans stated that this would be one of the most memorable SmackDown episodes in a while.

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One fan was excited about the fact that Reigns, Rhodes, and Styles would all be present on the show. Another fan was very happy and referred to him as a pro wrestling icon. Some fans, on the other hand, said that there was nothing left for him to accomplish on the blue brand. Here are some of the top reactions from fans:

One user expressed the desire to see the rivalry between Styles and The American Nightmare rekindled at Bash in Berlin. Another user stated that there was no point in bringing him back if he was destined to lose the title matches. Overall, there was a mixed reaction to the news of The Phenomenal One returning on the upcoming episode of SmackDown.

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