AJ Styles’ confirmed return to TNA for this Sunday’s Slammiversary may be the beginning of a much more significant in-ring chapter. While his appearance is a monumental event on its own, a new report suggests it could directly lead to future matches for the WWE star in the company he helped build.
The speculation centers on the potential for Styles to work a full match or program for TNA down the line. In the latest Wrestling Observer Newsletter, Dave Meltzer detailed how the current WWE-TNA partnership opens the door for such a scenario.
“Trick Williams has teased the idea of defending the title against Styles down the line. Mike Santana also said it would be a dream match to face Styles. With the WWE’s working agreement in place, having Styles shoot an angle and work Bound for Glory or other shows makes all the sense in the world.”
This report gains traction when considering the sentiment within the current TNA locker room. TNA World Champion Trick Williams has already hinted at a potential title defense against Styles, while his Slammiversary opponent, Mike Santana, has called a match with the legend a dream scenario.
The entire possibility is grounded in the strong working relationship between WWE and TNA, which has already facilitated multiple crossovers, including NXT talent appearing on major TNA cards.
While the exact nature of Styles’ role this Sunday in Elmont, New York, remains unknown, the focus has shifted from a simple nostalgic appearance to the legitimate possibility of a future in-ring run. His return could serve as the launching point for a major storyline culminating at an event like Bound for Glory.