Following this week’s episode of WWE RAW, CM Punk came out to address the fans at the Heritage Bank Center in Cincinnati, OH.
During his post-show promo, Punk revealed that while his triceps injury isn’t healed yet, he said he’d be back “soon” to compete with all “the big tough badasses backstage.” He also went on to say that Pete Rose belongs in the MLB Hall of Fame.
Chad Gable and Alpha Academy interrupted the promo, with Gable calling Pete Rose a cheater.
You can check out some highlights from the post-show promo below:
CM Punk on his thank you to the fans and his injury update: “Big things going on here in the WWE. The Draft was today. The Draft continues Monday. I felt compelled to come out here and speak to my friends in Cincinnati. I have missed you. And take a moment to look around at this place. Y’all packed this house. We couldn’t do this without each and every single one of you, so on behalf of everybody backstage, in front of and behind the camera, we humbly thank you very, very much. I want to give a little update. My tricep is not 100% yet, but I am on track, and I promise, soon, I will be back, and I will be competing with all of the big, tough badasses backstage.”
On Pete Rose belonging in the Baseball Hall of Fame: “For me, it’s fun watching a lot of the young superstars mixing with the Hall of Famers out here to announce draft picks, but ladies and gentlemen, I am in Cincinnati. If we’re gonna talk about the Hall of Fame in Cincinnati, we’re gonna talk about Pete Rose! I’m going to use my platform to stump this. It’s not really a hot take. Pete Rose belongs in the Baseball Hall of Fame!”
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CM Punk Addresses Fans and Injury Status, Advocates for Pete Rose’s Hall of Fame Induction
In a recent post-show promo following WWE RAW, CM Punk took the opportunity to address the fans at the Heritage Bank Center in Cincinnati, OH. Despite still recovering from a triceps injury, Punk assured the crowd that he would be back in action “soon” to take on the “big tough badasses backstage.” Additionally, he expressed his support for Pete Rose’s induction into the Baseball Hall of Fame.
Punk began his speech by acknowledging the significance of the WWE Draft, which had taken place earlier that day. He thanked the fans in Cincinnati for their unwavering support and emphasized their crucial role in the success of WWE events. He extended gratitude on behalf of everyone involved in the production, both in front of and behind the camera.
While providing an update on his injury, Punk admitted that his triceps had not fully healed yet. However, he assured fans that he was on track for recovery and promised to return to the ring as soon as possible. The wrestler’s determination to compete with the formidable opponents backstage showcased his unwavering passion for the sport.
In a surprising turn of events, Punk shifted gears and voiced his opinion on Pete Rose’s eligibility for the Baseball Hall of Fame. Being in Cincinnati, Punk felt compelled to use his platform to advocate for Rose’s induction. He expressed his enjoyment in witnessing young superstars interacting with Hall of Famers during the draft announcement but firmly stated that Rose deserved a place in the prestigious institution.
The promo was briefly interrupted by Chad Gable and Alpha Academy, who took issue with Punk’s support for Rose. Gable accused Rose of being a cheater, sparking a potential storyline or rivalry between the two parties.
Fans eagerly shared highlights from Punk’s post-show promo on social media platforms, generating buzz and speculation about his imminent return to WWE action. The video clip showcased Punk’s charisma and ability to captivate the audience, further fueling anticipation for his comeback.
CM Punk’s address to the fans not only provided an update on his injury but also shed light on his personal beliefs and support for Pete Rose. As fans eagerly await his return, the wrestling world remains abuzz with excitement and speculation surrounding Punk’s future endeavors in the WWE.