AJ Styles Reacts to John Cena's Tribute at WWE Crown Jewel in Perth

AJ Styles announced that he will retire from in-ring WWE competition, with his final match scheduled for December 13, 2025. At the 2025 WWE Crown Jewel event in Perth, Styles faced John Cena in their fifth and final encounter, where Cena emerged victorious. Cena gave Styles a special ring introduction that honored Styles' career, notably referring to him as "the definition of Total Nonstop Action" and the "undisputed boss of The Bullet Club," which pleasantly surprised Styles. Styles also paid tribute to his early wrestling days by wearing custom-made throwback gear reminiscent of his time in TNA. Reflecting on their rivalry, Styles expressed deep trust and respect for Cena, highlighting their shared goal of entertaining fans and creating memorable moments in the ring. Their final match was marked by homages to other wrestling legends and was seen as a meaningful send-off to their decade-long rivalry.