John Cena Reflects on AJ Styles' Career
John Cena recently spoke about AJ Styles, his former rival, after Styles' career-ending match at the 2026 Royal Rumble. Cena praised Styles as a kind and talented wrestler.
Cena and Styles had a legendary rivalry, with matches at Money In The Bank and SummerSlam 2016, and a final match at Crown Jewel in Perth, Australia, in September last year.
Cena considers Styles one of his last great rivals, and their matches are still talked about today. Cena also appreciates Styles' kindness and humility, saying he's a good person who treated others with respect.
Cena sent flowers to Styles after his retirement and shared his thoughts on what Styles meant to his own career. Cena believes that every opponent should mean something to you, and you should learn from them.
Cena had to sit down with Styles before their first promo to find a reason for their rivalry, as Styles is such a nice person. Cena finally found a reason, and their rivalry took off.
Cena thinks that Styles' career is an example of how you can be kind and successful at a high level for a long time. Cena also appreciates the inside track on Styles' career path, having worked with him and discussed their physical limitations.
On 18 June, Cena took to social media to praise Styles, saying he's a really good person. Cena also delivered a few bouquets to Styles, showing his respect for his former rival.
Cena's comments on Styles' retirement are a testament to their respect for each other as wrestlers. Cena and Styles may be retired, but their legacy lives on in WWE.
The WWE community will soon pay tribute to Styles' career, and Cena's comments are a fitting tribute to his former rival. Cena's reflections on Styles' career are a reminder of the impact they had on each other and on WWE.
Cena's latest 'Strong Choices' campaign with Hefty is a new chapter in his career, but his comments on Styles show that he still values his time in WWE. Cena's rivalry with Styles may be over, but their respect for each other will endure.