AJ Styles Open to John Cena Match During Retirement Tour

One Big Thing

AJ Styles has expressed interest in facing John Cena during his retirement tour, citing their unique in-ring chemistry during their memorable 2016-2017 rivalry.

Why It Matters

With John Cena’s recent heel turn and ongoing retirement tour through 2025, a potential match with Styles could provide a fitting chapter in both veterans’ careers.

By The Numbers

• 2 Pay-Per-View singles victories for Styles over Cena (Money in the Bank and SummerSlam 2016)
• 1 WWE Championship victory for Cena over Styles (Royal Rumble 2017)
• Last singles match: February 27, 2018, on SmackDown

Key Details

• Styles acknowledged their natural in-ring chemistry despite different styles
• Their first singles match occurred at Money in the Bank 2016
• Cena recently turned heel at WWE Elimination Chamber 2025
• Styles has indicated plans to retire within three years

Direct Quote

“I don’t make those decisions. I would love to have it for sure, it’d be fun… I can’t explain it – why him and I gel so well together,” Styles told Chris Van Vliet.

Looking Ahead

With both wrestlers in the latter stages of their careers, a final match between these two could provide a memorable moment for WWE fans.

The Bottom Line

While nothing is confirmed, the possibility of one more Styles-Cena match remains open as WWE continues to plan Cena’s retirement tour through 2025.

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