
AJ Styles Re-signs with WWE, Extending His Run
AJ Styles reportedly signed a new contract with WWE, extending his tenure with the promotion.
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AJ Styles reportedly signed a new contract with WWE, extending his tenure with the promotion.

WWE reportedly reached a new contract with AJ Styles to keep him with the company after his in-ring retirement, with plans for him to help develop and mentor younger talent; his 2026 Hall of Fame induction was announced following Undertaker on WWE RAW, per PWInsider sources.

AJ Styles says he’s retired from in-ring competition but will continue with WWE and focus on mentoring younger talent, after The Undertaker announced Styles’ induction into the 2026 WWE Hall of Fame amid AEW rumors.

AJ Styles has reportedly signed a new WWE contract to work behind the scenes in talent development after publicly retiring, aligning with his goal of helping young talent and noting his Hall of Fame induction in 2026.

AJ Styles says he’s retired from in-ring competition and will be inducted into the 2026 WWE Hall of Fame, while confirming he’ll continue working with WWE and addressing rumors about a potential AEW appearance.

AJ Styles confirms his in-ring retirement but will stay with WWE in a mentorship role to help develop new talent, with a Hall of Fame induction planned, effectively ending speculation about an AEW run.

Rumors that WWE inducted AJ Styles into the Hall of Fame to deter a jump to AEW are addressed as Styles says he’s retired from in-ring competition, will stay with WWE, and wants to help develop younger talent, a stance echoed by his Bullet Club teammates and on Talk’n Shop Live.

Karl Anderson revealed on Talk’n Shop that AJ Styles decided to retire due to a hurting neck and general weariness, aiming to help the next generation. Anderson had previously resisted the retirement notion and has since apologized for spreading false hope that Styles would keep wrestling.

AJ Styles has retired from in‑ring competition after a recent WWE tribute show, citing neck injuries and a desire to mentor the next generation. The Good Brothers attended the tribute and Anderson recounts backstage moments where Styles revealed his retirement and intention to help younger talent, overturning his earlier speculation that Styles would leave WWE for AEW or TNA. The Undertaker later informed Styles that he will be inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2026.

AJ Styles has retired from in-ring competition due to severe neck problems, a decision he reportedly told Karl Anderson on Talk’n Shop; after losing to Gunther at the 2026 Royal Rumble, WWE honored him with a Raw tribute and inducted him into the Hall of Fame, with Styles now focusing on mentoring the next generation rather than competing.

The Undertaker revealed on WWE RAW that AJ Styles will be inducted into the 2026 WWE Hall of Fame, a surprise to Styles. WWE hasn’t announced who will induct him, but John Cena is a reported possibility. Styles had previously said he didn’t want to enter any Hall of Fame while still an active wrestler.

Frankie Kazarian appeared backstage with Abyss during WWE Raw to honor AJ Styles, later posting an Instagram message praising the moment and the reunion with TNA brethren, and thanking WWE for making it happen.

Marcus Benjamin highlights AJ Styles’ emotional WWE Hall of Fame induction, praising the tribute video and Styles’ reflections on family while noting backstage cameos that felt underutilized. The Elimination Chamber fallout includes Bronson Reed’s torn bicep and shifting WrestleMania plans, with Liv Morgan turning heel against Stephanie Vaquer and securing Mania stakes, Raquel Rodriguez and Iyo Sky delivering strong moments in the women’s chamber, and Brock Lesnar’s open challenge tentatively setting up a Mania storyline. Overall, the episode is solid with memorable moments and clear direction despite injuries and mixed segments.

AJ Styles officially retired on Monday Night Raw after a career-ending showing, as The Undertaker revealed Styles will be inducted into the 2026 WWE Hall of Fame. Styles thanked his family and fans in a farewell moment, with Undertaker’s appearance serving as the ceremonial induction announcement.

The Undertaker was backstage at Monday’s Raw in Atlanta ahead of AJ Styles’ farewell tribute to the WWE Universe, with it unclear whether he’ll appear as Styles, who hasn’t wrestled since his Royal Rumble loss to Gunther, prepares to say goodbye on the tribute episode.