Booker T was “just playing around” when he claimed he had a backstage run-in with CM Punk during the most recent taping of WWE NXT.
The WWE NXT commentator alleged last week that he and Punk “almost got into it” at the February 12 show, and said he’d share more details at a later time.
On a recent edition of his “Hall of Fame” podcast, Booker T admitted that his story was “clickbait” and that he’d not been entirely honest. He said,
“I’m trying to entertain my fans. I’m trying to entertain the fans just watching this, trying to give you guys a moment when you ain’t gotta think about that kind of stuff, alright? So if you hear me say something about CM Punk, Corey Graves, Michael Cole, Brad [Gilmore].
“Don’t jump into the internet mess. So let’s just get that out there right now. Because that story, that 40-second story that people wrote, it was clickbait, guys. That’s what it was more than anything. Did I put it out there? Did I say it? As far as I had a beef, I was gonna run up? Yeah, I said [it] But I’m entertaining you guys. Entertaining. Just playing around.”
It had been suspected that Booker T was making up the claim of a run-in given that nobody at the NXT taping had witnessed the so-called altercation with CM Punk.
Booker T Clarifies His Claim of a Backstage Run-In with CM Punk
Last week, WWE NXT commentator Booker T made headlines when he claimed to have had a backstage altercation with former WWE superstar CM Punk. However, in a recent episode of his “Hall of Fame” podcast, Booker T admitted that his story was nothing more than clickbait and that he had been playing around with his fans.
During the February 12 taping of WWE NXT, Booker T alleged that he and CM Punk had “almost got into it.” He promised to share more details about the incident at a later time, leaving fans curious and eager for more information.
However, in his podcast episode, Booker T came clean and revealed that his story was purely for entertainment purposes. He stated, “I’m trying to entertain my fans. I’m trying to give you guys a moment when you ain’t gotta think about that kind of stuff.” He emphasized that his claim of a beef with CM Punk was not true and that he was simply playing around.
Booker T’s admission came after suspicions arose regarding the validity of his story. No one at the NXT taping had witnessed any altercation between Booker T and CM Punk, leading many to question the credibility of his claims.
The wrestling community is no stranger to rumors and controversies, and clickbait headlines often fuel speculation and fan engagement. Booker T’s admission serves as a reminder that not everything we read or hear should be taken at face value, especially in the world of professional wrestling.
While some fans may be disappointed by Booker T’s revelation, it is essential to remember that wrestling is ultimately a form of entertainment. Wrestlers often blur the lines between reality and fiction to create compelling storylines and engage their audience. Booker T’s claim of a backstage run-in with CM Punk was merely another example of this.
In conclusion, Booker T has clarified that his claim of a backstage altercation with CM Punk was nothing more than a playful exaggeration. It serves as a reminder to fans that not everything they hear or read should be taken as fact, especially in the world of professional wrestling. Ultimately, wrestling is about entertainment, and sometimes, wrestlers will go to great lengths to captivate their audience.