In a much-anticipated segment, CM Punk made his return to WWE RAW on 3/25, just ahead of WrestleMania 40, which is scheduled to take place in Philadelphia. During this appearance, he thrilled fans with the announcement of his role for the upcoming mega-event.
Appearing for the first time on RAW since his triceps injury in January—a setback that prevented him from competing at WrestleMania this year—Punk stood before his hometown crowd in Chicago’s All-State arena to finally share his plans.
With the Chicago fans chanting his name, CM Punk expressed his heartfelt gratitude and quickly got down to business. He confirmed his attendance at WrestleMania 40, noting the numerous suggestions he had received about his potential involvement.
The conversation then turned to grudges both old and new, as CM Punk addressed remarks made by Roman Reigns and ongoing conflicts with Seth Rollins, calling out past adversary The Rock as well.
CM Punk then brought up Drew McIntyre—who was vocal in his insults and had contributed to Punk’s injury—prompting McIntyre to step out. A verbal confrontation ensued, culminating with both Punk and McIntyre in the ring.
The World Heavyweight Champion Seth Rollins intervened, asserting that Punk should not interfere with his upcoming title defense against McIntyre at WrestleMania 40. Punk accepted the challenge to serve as a commentator for that very showdown, but not before Rollins took a dramatic opportunity to attack McIntyre with a kick and a stomp, ending the segment on a high note.
As anticipation builds for WrestleMania 40, fans are eager to hear CM Punk’s voice at ringside during this intense rivalry. What impact will his commentary have on Rollins vs. McIntyre’s match?
FAQ
- Why won’t CM Punk be wrestling at WrestleMania 40?
CM Punk suffered a triceps injury in January that ruled him out from competing at WrestleMania this year. - What role did CM Punk announce for WrestleMania 40?
CM Punk announced that he will be on commentary for the match between Seth Rollins and Drew McIntyre. - How did fans react to CM Punk’s return on RAW?
The fans in Chicago welcomed CM Punk with loud chants and showed immense support during his return to RAW. - What’s the history between CM Punk and the competitors in the WrestleMania 40 match?
CM Punk has a history of conflict with both Seth Rollins and Drew McIntyre. Additionally, he has had a past rivalry with The Rock and recently addressed comments made by Roman Reigns.
Conclusion
CM Punk’s announcement that he will be a commentator for the Seth Rollins vs. Drew McIntyre match at WrestleMania 40 has added an intriguing layer to what’s already one of the most anticipated events in the wrestling world. Although he won’t be wrestling himself, his presence at ringside is sure to captivate audiences and possibly influence the outcome of what promises to be a hard-fought battle for the championship title. As WrestleMania 40 approaches, the wrestling community is buzzing with predictions and excitement for CM Punk’s role in this year’s grand spectacle in Philadelphia.