AJ Styles Proposes Biennial Schedule for WWE Hall of Fame Induction

AJ Styles will be inducted into the 2026 WWE Hall of Fame. He joins a class that includes Stephanie McMahon, Demolition, Dennis Rodman, Sycho Sid, and Bad News Brown.

• AJ Styles
• Stephanie McMahon
• Demolition (Ax & Smash)
• Dennis Rodman
• Sycho Sid
• Bad News Brown

Styles’ proposal on induction frequency

On his Phenomenally Retro podcast, Styles questioned the ceremony’s yearly cadence. He suggested holding the Hall of Fame every other year to preserve its impact.

Why he favors change

Styles argued long shows and performer fatigue reduce specialness. He noted that events often run past allotted time limits.

Comparison to WrestleMania

He referenced WrestleMania’s shift to two nights. That change addressed match length, performer condition, and event pacing.

Event timing and hosts

The Hall of Fame ceremony airs at midnight ET. The broadcast will be hosted by The Miz and Michael Cole.

Context and potential fallout

The Hall of Fame has been an annual tradition for years. Some viewers have already complained about long post-SmackDown ceremonies.

AJ Styles proposed a biennial schedule for WWE Hall of Fame inductions to make the moment more meaningful. Fans and officials will likely discuss the idea before the 2026 ceremony.