“It felt disrespectful to WWE …”

AJ Styles is largely considered a future Hall of Famer – whether in WWE, TNA or both. His career is characterized and contributions to the industry guarantee him a place in every hall in which Wrestling’s excellence is recognized.

As early as October 2024, reports appeared that TNA was interested in integrating styles into their Hall of Fame. However, the move never came into play.

During a recent appearance at a live signing of Fanatics, the former repeated world champion was asked about the opportunity to join the TNA Hall of Fame. During the appreciation, Styles explained why he decided not to accept the honor at that time.

“There was a point where they wanted to include me in the TNA -Hall of Fame,” said Styles. “But I had the feeling that it would have been a little disrespectful for WWE at that time. I think it is more suitable to go to a Hall of Fame as soon as I officially caught my career as an in-ring career. I wrestled all over the world and I am grateful for every occasion, but I would like to wait until I’m done before I accept something like that.”

Styles is one of the most successful competitors in the history of the TNA, which has held several championships, including the end of the company’s prestigious triple crown.

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(H/T an Fightful.com for the transcription of the quotes mentioned above.)