CM Punk made his return to WWE SmackDown on Friday night, throwing barbs at Seth Rollins and indirectly referencing his biggest controversy of the year.
Punk cut a promo on SmackDown where he teased which brand he might sign with, noting that he had spoken with SmackDown General Manager Nick Aldis already and would discuss the matter with Adam Pearce and Shawn Michaels about RAW and NXT before announcing his decision on next week’s episode of RAW.
Punk mentioned several members of the SmackDown roster during his fiery promo. The Second City Saint acknowledged Roman Reigns but reminded the Tribal Chief that he was the original Paul Heyman guy.
Punk then discussed his history with Randy Orton and weighed in on the possibility of teaming up with Kevin Owens against The Bloodline. The 45-year-old wrestler didn’t hesitate to indirectly reference his backstage fights in AEW, both at All Out 2022 and his altercation with Jack Perry at All In 2023.
Punk said, “Kevin’s a little bit prickly and him and I are probably too much alike. And I don’t know who would feel comfortable working with somebody who randomly just punches people in the face backstage. I mean, it’s 2023 ladies and gentlemen! You just can’t be doing stuff like that. That’s insane!”
Punk also addressed Seth Rollins without naming him. The former AEW World Champion declared that everyone was happy to have him back in WWE “except that one guy,” referring to the World Heavyweight Champion as a “bad apple” and saying that “he’s not even ‘The Man’ in his own household.”
You can check out Punk’s promo below:
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CM Punk, the iconic professional wrestler, made a highly anticipated return to WWE SmackDown on Friday night, and it did not disappoint. In his promo, Punk threw barbs at Seth Rollins and indirectly referenced his biggest controversy of the year, creating a buzz among wrestling fans.
During his fiery promo, Punk teased which brand he might sign with, mentioning that he had spoken with SmackDown General Manager Nick Aldis and would discuss the matter with Adam Pearce and Shawn Michaels about RAW and NXT before announcing his decision on next week’s episode of RAW. This left fans eagerly waiting to see where Punk’s next chapter in WWE would take place.
Punk didn’t shy away from acknowledging some of the top stars on the SmackDown roster. He reminded Roman Reigns, the Tribal Chief, that he was the original Paul Heyman guy, highlighting their history together. He also discussed his past with Randy Orton and expressed his interest in teaming up with Kevin Owens against The Bloodline, adding an exciting dynamic to potential future storylines.
However, what caught the attention of many fans were Punk’s indirect references to his backstage fights in AEW (All Elite Wrestling). He mentioned his altercation with Jack Perry at All In 2023 and the incidents at All Out 2022. Punk expressed his concerns about teaming up with Kevin Owens, stating that they were both “prickly” individuals and questioning who would feel comfortable working with someone who randomly punches people backstage. This reference sparked discussions among fans about Punk’s experiences in AEW and how it might influence his decisions in WWE.
Punk also took a subtle jab at Seth Rollins without directly naming him. He mentioned that everyone was happy to have him back in WWE “except that one guy,” referring to Rollins as a “bad apple” and suggesting that he’s not even “The Man” in his own household. This playful banter between Punk and Rollins added an extra layer of excitement to their potential future interactions in the ring.
Overall, CM Punk’s return to WWE SmackDown was a major moment for wrestling fans. His promo showcased his charisma, wit, and ability to captivate the audience. It left fans speculating about his next move and eagerly anticipating his decision on which brand he will sign with. With Punk back in the WWE fold, the wrestling world is buzzing with excitement and anticipation for what’s to come.
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