Did AJ Styles leave WWE? The truth disclosed following his match in Japan
AJ Styles competed in a huge match at Pro Wrestling NOAH's latest spectacle, Destination 2024. He faced Japanese icon Naomichi Marufuji in a stellar contest at the Nippon Budokan in Tokyo, Japan, on July 13, 2024. Styles secured a huge win over Marufuji. However, The Phenomenal One competing in the Japanese promotion outside of the WWE has raised quite a buzz in the pro wrestling world.
A lot of fans have been wondering whether he left WWE and signed with Pro Wrestling NOAH. The speculation especially arose after the veteran superstar went to Japan just a month after suffering a heartbreaking defeat against Cody Rhodes in an 'I Quit' Match at Clash at the Castle 2024. However, AJ Styles did not leave WWE despite performing in Japan.
The Phenomenal One competed in the Japanese promotion's latest event, NOAH Destination, as part of a partnership between WWE and Pro Wrestling NOAH. The two companies signed an exclusive deal in which they will be collaborating together in an effort to bolster their partnership and produce inter-promotional matches in the future.
In regards to this, Styles has competed in Pro Wrestling NOAH's latest event, which was a monumental step in the collaborative efforts of both wrestling promotions. The former WWE Champion is expected to return to the Stamford-based promotion after his match against Naomichi Marufiji in Destination 2024.
AJ Styles' potential return timeline in WWE
Ever since losing the Undisputed WWE Championship match against Cody Rhodes at Clash at the Castle, AJ Styles has not been seen on WWE television. There's a good possibility that his return to the promotion is on the horizon. The veteran superstar is expected to make a comeback to WWE after wrapping up his obligations in Japan.
Although a lot of speculation has been floating around regarding his return, it could very well happen at SummerSlam 2024. Styles could make a shocking appearance at The Biggest Party of the Summer and launch a vicious assault on any top star after their match at the spectacle.
His return could pave the way for several intriguing things that could leave fans flabbergasted. The Phenomenal One could also make his presence felt on the subsequent episode of SmackDown after SummerSlam, which will allow him to get involved in a fresh storyline and feud.
Regardless of the place of his return, AJ Styles' return will be a momentous occasion. It will undeniably pave the way for some incredible things and herald a new chapter in WWE.