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Being a WWE Superstar is no easy job as one has to put their bodies on the line each and every night they step inside the squared circle. While that isn't a massive issue in the early stages of one's career, the human body can't take so much punishment for a very long time.
It's a known fact that there are many WWE Superstars on the current roster whose ages are above 35, 40, or even above 45. As age catches up, we might see many of these hang their wrestling boots soon, maybe in the next few years.
Let's take a look at five current WWE Superstars who could retire soon. Be sure to comment down and let us know your thoughts and opinions on the same.
#5 Rey Mysterio (WWE SmackDown)
Arguably one of the greatest masked WWE Superstars of all time, The Master of the 619, Rey Mysterio has had a Hall of Fame-worthy career with the biggest wrestling promotion of the world. Having started his wrestling career more than three decades ago, Rey Mysterio's agility and high-flying skills inside the ring can still match, or even outshine, any young Superstar.
However, at the age of 46, Rey Mysterio surely is in the twilight phase of his career. His main focus recently has been to establish his son Dominik Mysterio as a top WWE Superstar and he has been really successful in doing so. Currently, the father-son duo is competing on Friday Night SmackDown as a tag team and it would be befitting for them to hold the tag team titles sometime later this year.
Rey Mysterio has previously revealed his desire to face Dominik Mysterio in a match and possibly pass on his mask to him. WWE Universe might see that happen sometime in the near future and when that happens, it could likely be the final match of the greatest underdog that WWE has ever seen.
#4 MVP (WWE RAW)
Former United States Champion MVP (Montel Vontavious Porter) returned to WWE in the 2020 men's Royal Rumble match. While he couldn't last long in that match, falling victim to Brock Lesnar, MVP has since become a massive part of Monday Night RAW.
It isn't an over-exaggeration to say that MVP pretty much revived the careers of Bobby Lashley, Shelton Benjamin, and even Cedric Alexander by forming The Hurt Business, one of the best WWE factions in recent memory. However, MVP has mostly played the role of a manager in the group and only steps inside the ring occasionally.
At the age of 47, MVP is one of the oldest WWE Superstars on the current roster and it's unlikely that he will remain an active in-ring Superstar for WWE for a very long time. The original plan for MVP after his Royal Rumble 2020 return was for him to become a backstage producer for WWE. His on-screen stint since last year has been exceptional and when he does finally decide to retire from in-ring competition, WWE would love to have him as a backstage producer. He could help the young generation in so many ways.
#3 Kane (WWE legend)
One of the most famous WWE Superstars of all time, Kane has had such a legendary career which many Superstars can't even dream of. The Big Red Monster is one of the only few veteran Superstars to still be an active in-ring competitor, albeit in a part-time capacity as he serves as the mayor of Knox County, Tennessee outside of the WWE Universe.
His feud and relationship with his kayfabe brother The Undertaker is one of the best storylines that WWE has ever told in their history, so much so that many fans still believe that the two are real-life brothers.
Last year, at WWE Survivor Series 2020, we witnessed The Undertaker bid farewell to the WWE Universe after an iconic three-decade-long career with the company. Many fans wanted to see The Brothers of Destruction together one last time, possibly have a double-retirement match, but that looks highly unlikely now.
At the age of 53, Kane is surely way past his prime and while WWE still uses him for his star-power, his health and safety should definitely be the first priority. With that in mind, we might see him retire from in-ring competition very soon.
#2 AJ Styles (WWE RAW)
AJ Styles' WWE debut at the 2016 Royal Rumble was one of the best moments of the last decade. A pro wrestling veteran, or even legend, AJ Styles has achieved so much during his relatively short stint in WWE. Even Vince McMahon understood why Styles is indeed The Phenomenal One.
However, AJ Styles isn't as young as he looks inside the ring, thanks to his incredible wrestling skills. Currently 43, Styles revealed during a recent interview that there have been times recently when he thought that he could be done this year.
"It's really whenever it feels right. Some days, I feel like I can go five, six more years; and then some years I'm like, 'Oh, man, I can be done this year.' As you get older, it's just changing. You have to listen to your body and figure out what it can do next."
AJ Styles has stated that his latest contract with WWE will be the final one of his career. While this might not happen immediately, but AJ Styles could retire from in-ring competition in the next few years. And when he does, he would undoubtedly go down as one of the great pro wrestlers of all time.
#1 Triple H (WWE Hall of Famer)
A 14-time World Champion, Triple H is one of the greatest WWE Superstars to have ever set foot inside the squared circle. Already being inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame as part of the infamous faction D-Generation X, Triple H will undoubtedly be inducted into the Hall of Fame individually as well.
The Cerebral Assassin is one of the few veterans and legends left that WWE uses for their massive star-power and fan following for special events and shows. With all the backstage responsibilities that he has, Triple H is one of the most important authority figures in WWE, and undoubtedly a front-runner to take over the company from Vince McMahon whenever the latter decides to step down.
At the age of 51, Triple H's days in the ring as an active Superstar are limited. While he earlier used to compete on WrestleMania every year, he missed last year's WrestleMania 36. Triple H's last match took place earlier this year where he stepped up as a last-minute replacement for WWE Champion Drew McIntyre on Monday Night RAW. He went on to face Randy Orton in the main event of the night.
WWE will surely have a massive retirement match or a ceremony for whenever Triple H decides to hang his wrestling boots. Who could get the honor of facing him in his final match? Could he go out on his back, putting over one of the Superstars from NXT?
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