AJ Styles' potential retirement has sparked a buzz in the wrestling world, especially after a deleted Instagram post from Shinsuke Nakamura hinted at his plans. But here's where it gets controversial... The post, which revealed Styles' intention to retire at the Royal Rumble, has left fans and analysts alike speculating about the future of the legendary wrestler. While some are quick to dismiss it as a planted story, others are left wondering if this could be the end of an era for Styles and the WWE.
According to Dave Meltzer of F4WOnline.com, Styles did indeed tell Nakamura that he was planning to retire at the Rumble. This claim adds a layer of legitimacy to the speculation, as it suggests that Styles might be genuinely considering stepping away from the ring. However, it's important to note that this doesn't necessarily mean Gunther will lose, as the plan might still be for Styles to retire after the Rumble.
PWInsider.com has also reported that plans for Styles to retire before WrestleMania have been known within WWE for months. The Royal Rumble was reportedly one of the events considered as a potential location for his retirement match. This adds another layer of intrigue to the situation, as it suggests that Styles might be using the Rumble as a strategic stepping stone towards his retirement.
But what does this mean for the wrestling world? Will Styles truly hang up his boots after the Rumble, or is this just another clever move in his long and illustrious career? And what does it mean for Gunther, who is set to face Styles in a career-threatening match? These are the questions that fans and analysts alike are left asking, as the speculation continues to swirl around AJ Styles' potential retirement.
