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AJ Styles vs Samoa Joe
TNA Turning Point 2005, December 11, 2005 · TNA Impact Zone, Orlando
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The Story
Samoa Joe beat AJ Styles by referee stoppage, choking him unconscious to protect his undefeated streak. A brutal, fast-paced war between two future legends, Samoa Joe choked out AJ Styles to stay undefeated in one of TNA’s defining early matches.
By late 2005 Samoa Joe was TNA’s unstoppable monster and AJ Styles its phenomenal ace. Their singles collision delivered a stiff, high-tempo classic that helped put TNA’s X-Division on the map.
Joe survived Styles’ aerial arsenal and locked in the rear naked choke, forcing the referee to stop the match as Styles faded, keeping the Joe monster run alive.
FAQ
Who won AJ Styles vs Samoa Joe at Turning Point 2005?
Samoa Joe won by referee stoppage, choking AJ Styles unconscious with the rear naked choke.
Why does this match matter?
It is one of the matches that established TNA’s X-Division and the Styles–Joe–Daniels rivalry as world-class.
How is it rated?
Wrestle Lore rates it 4.75 stars; it draws Meltzer and Cagematch scores near the top of TNA’s catalogue.