Deleted Nakamura Post May Have Accidentally Revealed AJ Styles’ Final WWE Match Date
AJ Styles has already confirmed that 2026 will be his final year as an in-ring WWE performer—but the exact moment of his farewell was supposed to remain a mystery. Now, a quickly deleted social media post from Shinsuke Nakamura may have spilled the biggest secret of all.
Nakamura’s Deleted Story Sparks Retirement Buzz
Following their recent encounter at WWE Saturday Night’s Main Event, Shinsuke Nakamura took to Instagram to share a personal story about his long-standing bond with AJ Styles. The post didn’t stay up for long, but fans were quick to notice a major revelation hidden within it.
In the now-deleted story, Nakamura recalled a private conversation from a 2025 overseas tour. According to him, Styles openly discussed his retirement plans during their travels, revealing that he had already chosen the exact date and event for his final match.
Royal Rumble 2026 Named as Styles’ Farewell
Nakamura claimed that Styles told him his last match would take place on January 31, 2026, at the Royal Rumble in Saudi Arabia. The timing aligns with WWE’s recent hints that the Royal Rumble could mark the end of “The Phenomenal One’s” legendary career.
Nakamura also shared an emotional memory from a show in Melbourne, where Styles delivered a heartfelt speech that subtly suggested the end was near. Afterward, Nakamura asked him directly when he planned to retire. Styles’ reported answer was simple and definitive: “The Royal Rumble. I’ve already decided.”
One Last Match Still on the Table?
The deleted post also suggested that Nakamura hopes to face Styles one final time before he hangs up his boots—a request Styles reportedly agreed to. With GUNTHER already linked to Styles heading into Royal Rumble season, speculation is running wild about what WWE has planned for his potential farewell.
Real Spoiler or Clever Misdirection?
WWE has yet to officially confirm that the 2026 Royal Rumble will be Styles’ final match, leaving fans to wonder whether Nakamura accidentally revealed the truth or if this is part of a carefully crafted storyline to heighten anticipation.
Either way, with January 31, 2026 approaching fast, the spotlight is firmly on AJ Styles. If this truly is the end, WWE may be preparing one of the most emotional and historic send-offs in modern wrestling history.
