Throughout his illustrious wrestling journey, AJ Styles has etched his name in the annals of history, clinching numerous championships and locking horns with formidable opponents.
With a career spanning across promotions like NJPW, TNA, and presently WWE, The Phenomenal One has traversed boundaries, colliding with talents from various corners of the wrestling world.
While encounters with iconic figures such as John Cena and Kurt Angle are well-documented, there’s a lesser-known chapter in Styles’ career that dates back to 2006, where he crossed paths with a former AEW Champion.
This unique showdown unfolded at a nightclub in Winnipeg, where AJ Styles squared off against none other than Kenny Omega, during a PCW Back to School Bash event. Despite the match flying under the radar, Styles had some noteworthy remarks for his opponent.
Reflecting on the encounter, The Phenomenal One commended Omega for two pivotal actions. Firstly, Styles acknowledged Omega’s victory over him, recognizing the former AEW Champion’s prowess in the ring.
Secondly, he applauded Omega’s decision to part ways with WWE, even going as far as deeming the promotion as subpar—a sentiment that resonated with the audience, drawing considerable cheers.
After quitting WWE, Kenny Omega got to wrestle AJ Styles in a Winnipeg Night Club on Sep 21, 2006!
AJ told Kenny he did 2 things right:
1. He won
2. "Quitting that crap of a promotion called WWE and to have one of the best matches of my career" pic.twitter.com/sq0r7Y2Mwb https://t.co/yBCABQHeim
— AIR (@AIRGold_) February 17, 2024
Meanwhile, on the latest episode of WWE SmackDown, AJ Styles found himself embroiled in backstage turmoil with his O.C. compatriot Karl Anderson.
Tempers flared, leading to an altercation that saw The Phenomenal One deliver a resounding slap to Anderson. While the segment garnered mixed reactions, it failed to impress former WWE manager Dutch Mantell, who criticized the lack of coherence in the storyline.
During a segment on Sportskeeda Wrestling’s Smack Talk, Mantell questioned the believability of the disagreement between Styles and Anderson, expressing skepticism over the sudden rift between longtime allies.
Despite this critique, the recent segment suggests a potential resurgence for AJ Styles and The O.C. on SmackDown, hinting at intriguing developments on the horizon.
As the storyline unfolds, all eyes are on how AJ Styles and The O.C. will navigate the tumultuous waters of WWE SmackDown, sparking curiosity among fans about the direction their journey will take.
