Matt Hardy has expressed his belief that AJ Styles will likely wrestle outside WWE by 2026, with a strong possibility of returning to TNA Wrestling, where Styles first gained significant recognition. During the “Bold Predictions” segment of Matt Hardy’s Extreme Life, Hardy mentioned he is “pretty sure” that Styles will have a match in TNA before retiring from in-ring competition.
Hardy explained, “I could see it… I think he’s going to end up having a match in TNA before it’s all over. Pretty sure. I think AJ will wrestle non-WWE matches in TNA.” Although Styles is currently very loyal to WWE and Hardy doesn’t expect him to switch to AEW, he noted that due to the existing partnership between WWE and TNA, a TNA appearance by Styles is possible. Hardy added, “If he leaves WWE, I don’t think he’ll go to AEW. I think he’s kind of a very WWE loyal guy when it comes to matches… but you can never say never in professional wrestling. Things can change, and a lot of times it’s about money.”
Fan Take: This prediction is exciting news for TNA fans, as AJ Styles’ return could bring significant star power and renewed attention to the promotion. It highlights the evolving landscape of professional wrestling and the potential for talent to cross between major organizations, ultimately enriching the sport with fresh matchups and storylines.
