As many of you know by now, WWE Superstar CM Punk wrestled in WWE for the first time in nearly 10 years at the WWE Holiday Tour event at Madison Square Garden in New York City on December 26.
On the most recent episode of his “Oh You Didn’t Know ….” podcast, WWE’s SVP of Live Events commented on CM Punk’s return to MSG, how much he moves the needle at the events he appears at, and more.
You can check out some highlights from the podcast below:
On CM Punk returning to the ring at MSG: “I couldn’t be happier with the outcome [of the show], couldn’t be happier with the Punk agreeing to be there, and being there is a huge thing. He’s going to be in LA also. Business is booming, and we added him to the ticket, and the ticket got more valuable. That’s just the truth man.”
On how CM Punk moves the needle: “When you talk about truth, and we talked about it on here before about moving the needle, I watched it move once again. By adding his name to something – and dare I say I don’t know that I’ve seen such since I’ve worked in this in this capacity – I saw the needle move, man … [The recent trip to MSG] is the largest domestic non-televised wrestling event in the history of America. I’m 99% sure, that’s a fact.”
In other news, GCW streamed JCW Battlebowl as part of GCW’s New Year’s Weekend at The Showboat in Atlantic City, New Jersey. You can watch the full show below:
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CM Punk’s Return to WWE at Madison Square Garden
Wrestling fans around the world were buzzing with excitement when CM Punk made his long-awaited return to WWE at the Holiday Tour event at Madison Square Garden in New York City on December 26. After nearly a decade away from the company, Punk’s comeback was met with an overwhelming response from both the audience and industry insiders.
In a recent episode of the “Oh You Didn’t Know…” podcast, WWE’s Senior Vice President of Live Events shared his thoughts on Punk’s return and the impact he has on the events he appears at. He expressed his happiness with the outcome of the show and praised Punk for agreeing to be part of it. The SVP also mentioned that Punk’s presence added significant value to the ticket, making it even more desirable for fans.
One of the most intriguing aspects of CM Punk’s return is his ability to move the needle. The SVP discussed how Punk’s name alone has the power to generate immense interest and excitement. He stated that he witnessed the needle move once again when Punk was added to the event at Madison Square Garden. In fact, he claimed that the recent trip to MSG became the largest domestic non-televised wrestling event in American history, a remarkable achievement.
The impact of CM Punk’s return goes beyond just one event. His comeback has sparked a renewed interest in professional wrestling and has reignited fans’ passion for the sport. Wrestling enthusiasts eagerly anticipate his future appearances and matches, as they believe he will continue to make a significant impact on the industry.
In addition to CM Punk’s return, there have been other noteworthy events in the wrestling world. GCW streamed JCW Battlebowl as part of their New Year’s Weekend at The Showboat in Atlantic City, New Jersey. Fans can watch the full show online, further enhancing their wrestling experience.
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CM Punk’s return to WWE has undoubtedly made a significant impact on the wrestling industry. His presence at the Madison Square Garden event and the subsequent buzz it generated demonstrate his enduring popularity and influence. As fans eagerly await his future appearances, it is clear that CM Punk’s return has injected new life into professional wrestling and reignited fans’ passion for the sport.