AJ Styles’ WWE Future Not in Doubt Despite RAW Loss

AJ Styles may have come up short in the June 2 RAW main event, but fans worried about his WWE status can relax—at least for now.

After Styles took the pin in the triple threat Money in the Bank qualifier against CM Punk and El Grande Americano, speculation started swirling online that the former WWE Champion could be wrapping up his run. However, PWInsider shut that down quickly with a clear update.

“For those who have asked if AJ Styles losing on RAW is a sign WWE is finishing him up, we are told he is scheduled regular for RAW tapings going forward.”

That doesn’t mean all questions are off the table, though. Back in January 2025, Sean Ross Sapp of Fightful Select addressed Styles’ contract situation during a Q&A. According to Sapp, Styles’ deal may have been nearing its expiration earlier this year—but his time off due to injury could complicate things.

“The belief has been that Styles’ contract was coming up soon, but with the injury, WWE could potentially extend his deal. While nothing has been confirmed, the possibility of WWE adding time due to his time off raises even more questions about his future.”

The RAW loss added fuel to those rumors, especially since Styles has had limited title involvement lately. But the fact he’s still being booked in high-profile matches—and appearing regularly—suggests WWE still sees value in keeping him on the show.

Styles delivered a strong performance in Tulsa, going head-to-head with CM Punk and El Grande Americano (Chad Gable under the mask) in a wild, fast-paced main event that had fans chanting “This is awesome” and “CM Punk” throughout. He even launched himself onto a crowd of wrestlers in a dive that sparked “Holy sht”* chants, proving he hasn’t lost a step.

Still, Styles’ future in WWE remains one of the more intriguing storylines behind the scenes, especially with contract speculation floating around and several major stars jockeying for position heading into Money in the Bank.