“It was always special,” Wrestling veteran recalls his highly acclaimed rivalry with John Cena, looks forward to one more match before his retirement

AJ Styles is gearing up for a title showdown at the Royal Rumble, entering a fatal four-way match.

“It was always special,” Wrestling veteran recalls his highly acclaimed rivalry with John Cena, looks forward to one more match before his retirement

John Cena (via WWE)

WWE fans have had the privilege of witnessing numerous classic rivalries, each marked by unforgettable and thrilling bouts. In the summer of 2016, WWE delighted fans with a legendary rivalry between global wrestling greats John Cena and AJ Styles. This clash continued into early 2017, creating an electrifying atmosphere in the wrestling world. Recently, The Phenomenal One expressed his desire for a final match against John Cena before their respective retirements.

In a recent interview with the Reality of Wrestling, AJ Styles expressed his eagerness for a final match against the Cenation Leader. The Phenomenal One noted the special chemistry they shared in the ring, describing it as a unique and fun dynamic. Eagerly anticipating another encounter with Cena before retirement, he highlighted the special moments they’ve created in the past.

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John Cena and AJ Styles had an awesome rivalry in one of the greatest trilogies of matches. The Phenomenal One, turning heel, attacked the Franchise Player, setting up a Money in the Bank match victory. After defeating Cena at SummerSlam, Styles declared himself the “new face of WWE.” Their showdown at the Royal Rumble was one of the greatest WWE Championship matches of all time. 

I think there’s a lot of us that would like to mix it up with Cena one last time and I’m definitely one of those guys. We had some chemistry that I can’t explain. Maybe it’s opposites attract, I guess you’d say, and me and John are definitely that kind of dance partners where, you know, it was always fun getting in the ring with him. It was always big, it was always special, and it was always great. So I look forward to hopefully, before he retires, jumping in the ring with him one more time.
AJ Styles

Set to engage in a fatal four-way championship match at Royal Rumble 2024, The Phenomenal One is gearing up for a thrilling encounter. As Styles chases championship glory, both he and John Cena are in the twilight of their illustrious careers. With Cena hinting at retirement, WWE has a golden chance to book this iconic duo again, letting fans relish their storied rivalry.

AJ Styles marks 8 years of WWE glory

AJ Styles embarked on his WWE journey in 2016, and since then, his career has been a rollercoaster of triumphs and challenges. Notably, his iconic 2016 feud with John Cena showcased The Phenomenal One’s prowess, leading to him claiming the title of “the Face That Runs the Place” after a triumphant victory at SummerSlam.

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AJ Styles (via WWE)

Following this, Styles continued his dominance, securing the WWE World Championship at Backlash in 2016. Despite setbacks, AJ rebounded with a notable title reign, defending against rivals like Shinsuke Nakamura and Samoa Joe.

In 2020, The Phenomenal One formed a formidable alliance with Omos, resulting in the capture of the Raw Tag Team Championship at WrestleMania 37. This marked a significant milestone, establishing AJ as a WWE Grand Slam Champion. However, challenges emerged, leading to the eventual dissolution of The O.C.

Despite challenges, Styles stands strong, showcasing resilience in his WWE journey. His enduring skill ensures he thrives even in tough moments. Transitioning to 2024, he vies for the Undisputed Universal Championship, evolving his legacy in WWE.

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