NEW DELHI: In a surprising turn of events on the upcoming December 22nd edition of
Friday Night SmackDown
, WWE fans will witness the return of
AJ Styles
with a striking new look, accompanied by a significant shift in character as he embraces a heel persona.
Styles, a veteran in the world of professional
wrestling
, has been a cornerstone of WWE for over seven years, and his evolution continues with this anticipated transformation.
Ringside News detailed the developments in the latest episode, which kicked off with
Roman Reigns
taking center stage. The episode took an unexpected turn when AJ Styles made his dramatic return to the ring, unleashing an assault on Reigns and subsequently targeting
LA Knight
to close the show.
The most notable revelation from the upcoming episode, as captured in an image circulating online, showcases AJ Styles sporting an all-black ensemble, symbolizing a shift towards a heel persona.
The choice of attire often serves as a visual cue in professional wrestling to denote a character's alignment, and in this case, it appears Styles is embracing a darker side as he enters a new phase of his storied career.
Styles, widely regarded as one of the best pro wrestlers globally, has consistently delivered memorable feuds and segments throughout his tenure in WWE. With this unexpected heel turn, fans are eagerly anticipating how the "Phenomenal One" will navigate this new chapter and the potential feuds that may arise as a result.