In a recent interview with TribLive, WWE Superstar Grayson Waller discussed CM Punk’s shocking return to WWE after almost a decade.
Waller declared that while he doesn’t plan to bootlick Punk, he does intend to learn from the former world champion.
You can check out some highlights from the interview below:
On taking notes during Punk’s promo: “It’s great to have Punk back because obviously he’s a big name, he’s a big star. I got to sit backstage at SmackDown Friday and kind of sit at Gorilla position and watch him go out and talk. It’s a different vibe. For me personally, I’m not gonna go and ask for advice and kiss his a** or anything like that. That’s not who I am. But I am gonna sit back, and I’m gonna watch what he’s doing. I’m gonna be like wow, and I’m gonna take some notes in my head. That promo he did on Friday, especially hearing the live crowd and everything was cool, but I had a bit of fun online with Punk before he came in. I like to play with the rumors and those type of things.”
On his backstage interaction with Punk: “I saw Punk backstage at Smackdown Friday, and I’m gonna leave it there. I don’t think anyone needs to know what that interaction was, but let’s just say we talked.”
On wanting to test himself against Punk: “All I’ll say is, Punk has come back, and I was at NXT last night doing some stuff, and he was there, talking to all the young guys, giving them feedback, giving them advice. So he’s come back and he’s doing everything he can to help. But Grayson Waller’s not that guy. I don’t want to sit back and hear his advice. I don’t want to wear his merch shirt. I don’t want to put up a video of me at 12 years old, telling Punk he’s the best. That’s not who I am. I want to test myself against him. Not just in the ring, but on the mic because that guy’s one of the best of all time. That promo he did in Ring of Honor about the snake and the devil, I’ve watched all those things. I appreciate everything he’s done for the business, but I’m not here to be a fanboy, I’m here to be a competitor.”
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WWE Superstar Grayson Waller recently shared his thoughts on CM Punk’s return to the company after nearly a decade. In an interview with TribLive, Waller expressed his admiration for Punk and his intention to learn from the former world champion.
During the interview, Waller mentioned that he had the opportunity to observe Punk’s promo backstage at SmackDown. He acknowledged Punk’s status as a big name and star in the industry and expressed his desire to take notes from Punk’s performances. Waller emphasized that he doesn’t plan to seek advice from Punk or try to please him, but rather intends to observe and learn from his actions.
Waller also revealed that he had a backstage interaction with Punk at SmackDown but chose not to disclose the details of their conversation. He mentioned that Punk has been providing feedback and advice to the young talent in NXT, but Waller made it clear that he doesn’t want to be a fanboy or seek validation from Punk. Instead, he wants to test himself against Punk, both in the ring and on the microphone, as he recognizes Punk’s status as one of the best of all time.
Grayson Waller’s comments highlight his determination to establish himself as a competitor rather than simply being a fan of CM Punk. He appreciates Punk’s contributions to the wrestling business but wants to prove himself against him rather than idolize him.
As fans eagerly anticipate the potential matchup between Grayson Waller and CM Punk, it will be interesting to see how Waller’s determination and drive help him carve out his own path in WWE.