AJ Styles made a stunning comeback in TNA wrestling in Slamversary 2025, marking its first appearance with the company in a decade. The moment took place at UBS Arena in Elmont, New York, where around 7,000 fans played through their old theme songs, Gate Ready to Fly, Arena.
Styles appeared shortly after the 20-year-old Leon Slater defeated Mousse to win the X-Division Championship. Slater became the youngest X-Division Champion in TNA history. Styles congratulated him and said, “TNA, did you miss me?” As fans loudly cheers and “Welcome Home!” Answering with mantras of,
AJ Styles praised Leon Slater and reflected her past
In the ring, AJ Styles praised the current status of Slater and X-Division. “The division has a bright future with him,” he said. Fans then chanting for “One More Match”, who was expecting a return to the 48 -year -old wrestler to take action. Styles did not confirm any future match, just saying, “We will meet him.”
His return follows a multi-year partnership between WWE and TNA announced in January. The agreement has exchanged talent between NXT and TNA of WWE. In particular, the TNA World Champion Joe Handry, this year appeared in both WWE Royal Rumble and WrestleMania.
Who is AJ Styles and why is it celebrated?
AJ Styles is one of the most respected professional wrestlers in the industry. He wrestled for TNA from 2002 to 2014, where he first became the X-Division Champion and later the company’s first triple Crown and Grand Slam Champion. He held the TNA World Heavyweight title five times and was known for his high-up, athletic style.
His match against Samoa Jo and Christopher Daniel in 2005 is still considered one of the greatest matches in professional wrestling history. Styles helped shape the identity of TNA during her most important years and played an important role in the popularity of X-Division.
Before appearing in a slamversary, Styles posted a message to fans, titled ‘Two ERAS. A heritage. AJ returns. ‘In this, he reflected his journey and development as a wrestler.
“If I had the ability to return on time, I will tell myself,” you don’t know how far this ride is going to take you, “Styles wrote. He said, “All UPS, Downs, Doubt, they are going to shape you in one of the best in the world.”
“Do not lose that chip on your shoulder, but know when to let your pride go,” they continued. “Be humble, be hungry, and trust God’s time, it is perfect, even when it doesn’t feel so. You are not just unprecedented. You are created for it.”
Are AJ Styles returning full -time to TNA?
It is not confirmed whether styles will appear in TNA wrestling or not. He is still an active WWE superstar and has not officially announced a return run. Their slamversary appearance may be part of the one-time event or future cross-brand moments.
Fans hope that AJ Styles will wrestle at least one more match in TNA. His influence on the company and wrestling world is important, and his presence in Slamiversary 2025 reminded fans as to why he is considered one of the greatest ever.
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