AJ Styles may have been hurt and embarrassed by WWE’s recent treatment of him. The company has been repeatedly emphasizing his age, calling him a veteran at 47 years old on RAW. This has sparked outrage among fans and industry insiders, including Hall of Famer Teddy Long.
During a recent episode of “The Wrestling Time Machine” with Mac Davis on Sportskeeda WrestleBinge, pro wrestling journalist and Senior Editor Bill Apter criticized WWE for unnecessarily highlighting Styles’ age. Apter pointed out that Styles does not look like a veteran or someone in their late 40s, making it unnecessary for WWE to continuously mention his age.
Teddy Long, a WWE Hall of Famer, shared Apter’s sentiments and went a step further by suggesting that WWE’s actions were deliberate. Long believes that by constantly reminding fans of Styles’ age, the company is trying to make him look old, embarrass him, and ultimately hurt his reputation.
Whether WWE’s treatment of Styles is intentional or not, it has certainly created a buzz among fans. Currently, Styles seems to be engaged in a feud with The Judgment Day, and it remains to be seen how this storyline will unfold in the coming weeks.
In conclusion, the controversy surrounding AJ Styles’ age and veteran status highlights the complexities of storytelling in professional wrestling. Fans are eager to see how Styles will navigate this narrative and prove his worth in the ring despite WWE’s attempts to undermine him.
