During a recent WWE live event in Tampa, Florida, AJ Styles faced an unusual request from a fan who wanted him to sign an AEW World Championship belt. The moment was captured on video as Styles, in a light-hearted moment, acknowledged the fan’s request but declined to sign the AEW title. He playfully expressed his fondness for the Young Bucks, saying, “Nick, Matt, I love ya. I can’t sign this, though,” before handing the title back.
The reference to Nick and Matt Jackson, the members of The Young Bucks, highlights Styles’ past relationship with them as part of the renowned Bullet Club faction during their time in New Japan Pro-Wrestling (NJPW). This camaraderie is a reminder of the rich connections that professional wrestlers often share across different promotions.
At the same event, Styles showcased his in-ring prowess by teaming up with Dragon Lee to defend their WWE World Tag Team Titles successfully. This victory further emphasizes Styles’ continued relevance and success in WWE, even as he acknowledges the competitive landscape presented by AEW.
This past week also saw significant developments in AEW, with the title recently changing hands at AEW’s World’s End event, where MJF captured the prestigious belt. Such events demonstrate the dynamic and ever-evolving nature of the wrestling industry, keeping fans engaged across promotions.
As the wrestling landscape continues to thrive with talent crossing over between promotions, moments like Styles’ playful interaction with the fan serve as a reminder of the shared history and relationships that enrich the world of professional wrestling.