AJ Styles retirement came as a surprise to a lot of people, and Finn Balor just revealed he didnt fully realize it was happening until the very end. During an interview with Talk N Shop Live, Balor spoke about Styles decision to retire and admitted he originally thought the timeline was much further away. Like many others, he believed Styles still had time left before stepping away from the ring. Balor explained that Styles had mentioned retirement plans for 2026, which led him to assume it would happen later in the year. But everything changed during a backstage moment shortly before Styles final match, when the reality of the situation finally hit him. Balor went on to say that despite being shocked by how quickly the moment arrived, he respects the way Styles handled the end of his career. He pointed out that being able to walk away without major injuries and on his own terms is something many wrestlers hope for but dont always get. He also made it clear that Styles decision to prioritize his health and family left a strong impression on him, especially knowing how physically demanding the wrestling business can be over time. AJ Styles walking away caught Finn Balor off guard, but it also showed how quickly a legendary career can come to an end when the timing feels right. Hearing Balor talk about that backstage moment gives fans a rare look at how sudden retirement decisions can feel, even to the people closest to the situation. Do you think AJ Styles made the right call retiring when he did, or would you have liked to see him stay in the ring longer? Let us know your thoughts in the comments. G Add as a preferred source on Google
