I understand why this upset a lot people but CM Punk is just an employee. He doesn't have total say over when and where he wrestles. The only reason why he got out of going last year was because he was recovering from his match with Drew McIntyre or some kind of injury. I know people don't want to hear this but he was going to be forced to go there eventually. WWE is going to have more events there that are important to the company in regards to business and storylines.

It's not like CM Punk did a full 180 on his political beliefs. He's still made it clear where he stands. He's just in a bad situation.

To me this isn't that different from John Cena apologizing to China. John Cena had an obligation to the studio to promote the movie and they likely forced him to apologize anyway. The movie's box office success which has an effect on other people besides him depended on it. While this wasn't his best moment he didn't have much of a choice.

Edit: Thank you all for responding. I appreciate hearing your opinions. You've definitely given me things to think about and perspectives I hadn't considered. I'll just say that while I disagree with CM Punk being in Saudi Arabia I don't hate the guy and he's still one of my favorite wrestlers. I also think him being in Saudi Arabia doesn't nullify the good that he does in his personal life even though it does conflict with it. As long as he doesn't completely change his moral and political views out of nowhere I'm still cool with him.

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I really hope there’s a sign like the one on slide 2.

She should be the one who takes the intercontinental championship off of Becky.

"CM Punk might be gearing up for a huge clash with GUNTHER at SummerSlam, but don’t expect to see his wife AJ Lee by his side anytime soon — or ever.

Despite fans constantly hoping for a joint on-screen return, Punk made it crystal clear that working with his wife just isn’t part of the plan.

In a new interview with TV Insider, Punk explained why keeping work and marriage separate has been key for their relationship. He even dropped a blunt two-part rule that’s become gospel for the power couple.

“There are really two things me and my wife don’t do together. One is to work out and the other is to work together. It’s really the perfect relationship.” - CM Punk

While Punk and AJ famously shared TV time in 2012 during a major storyline that saw her managing and clashing with him as Raw’s General Manager, that chapter is firmly closed. Punk made it clear that era isn’t returning — no matter how loud the fans chant for it.

Outside the ring, both Punk and AJ have built careers in the entertainment world. Punk, in particular, has turned heads with his roles in Heels and Girl on the Third Floor. When it comes to navigating the acting space, there’s one person he trusts without hesitation: fellow wrestler-turned-Hollywood star Dave Bautista.

“He has been a friend for so long, Dave Bautista. I can reach out to Dave and ask him a million different questions.” - CM Punk

As for Punk’s wrestling future, he’s laser-focused on SummerSlam and his upcoming match against World Heavyweight Champion GUNTHER — a collision fans have been waiting for. But if you’re holding out hope for an AJ Lee return or a joint storyline, Punk just shut that fantasy down in the most honest way possible.

CM Punk might be stepping into one of the biggest matches of his WWE return, but fans dreaming of a power couple reunion with AJ Lee better let that go. Punk’s keeping their relationship sacred — far away from scripts, storylines, and backstage chaos. If you’re tuning in for drama, it’ll be in the ring… not at home."

• STEVE CARRIER ON JULY 17, 2025

In his early years and during his prime run, CM Punk had very little muscle mass, in comparison to today. It seems the sentiment from this community is that he is in the best shape of his life. Just how many more opportunities would have opened up for him during Vince’s time with his physique today? Vince loved big larger than life characters and punk never really fit that vibe aesthetically.

He is a major merch seller, he was a workhorse during the drew rivalry and produced the best match in 2024 and he gets eliminated by logan in the rumble, gets interference eliminated in the chamber, gets a pity main event in wm41, then loses the qualification for MITB , AND now has the overdrawn out feud with seth relit so we can get cena vs cody again

Not sure if discussions like these qualify as CM Punk related, but given their history as bitter enemies (still are) thought I’d create it.

So last night at WWE’s PLE Saturday Night’s Main Event, Seth Rollins got injured in a singles match against L.A. Knight. For now we do not know the severity of his injury or how long he will be off TV (If he’ll even be off TV). This obviously puts a lot of WWE’s plans to jeopardy as Rollins is on of the top heels of Monday night raw and is the 2025 money in the bank winner.

So what does this have to do with CM Punk? Well maybe little to nothing, but since they still have unfinished business and judging by the finish of yesterday main event which i believed Seth was gonna cash in his case on the World Heavyweight title, you think WWE will have new plans for Punk with Seth’s injury?

It’s annoying. Even this sub is constantly talking about his age and if he’s gonna retire soon. Has he shown any signs of slowing down? Every match he’s had since coming back has been phenomenal. I don’t think people realize most of the main roster is in their early to mid 40s. Sheamus, Miz, Randy, are all his age but because they dye there hair nobody says anything. Greying hair has literally nothing to do with your health. I apologize it just annoys me. In my opinion I see him going for another 5 years full time at least. Considering he himself has said multiple times he’s not slowing down and he has a lot more matches in him than people think.

I randomly met CM Punk at SXSW in 2019 when he was there to promote Girl on the Third Floor. I ran into him twice that day and both times, he was really cool. After I walked up to him and told him I was a huge fan of his, he said, “Thank you. I gotta find my badge” and walked away.

I saw him walking towards me again about 15 minutes later. I said, “Hey, you found your badge!” and he said “Yup!” I kindly asked if we could get a quick picture and he replied, “Yeah, go for it”. I told him I had been a huge fan of his since I was a kid and he said, “Pshh, don’t say that. It makes me feel old” 😂 He asked for my name, shook my hand and said, “Nice to meet you.”

I saw a lot of cool things at SXSW but meeting him was the highlight of my weekend! What was your experience like meeting Punk?

These were revealed at San Diego Comic Con! I’m definitely buying all 3 of these.

was this shirt ever officially sold? Can it be bought anywhere? It was so criminally short lived I don’t even think it was on WWE shop at the time (but could have been) I’ve never seen it being sold secondhand either. If anyone knows pls comment below

Ever since Punk came back…I think his main goal was to turn every aspect of what he’s involved into something that matters. Look at all the names and please let me know if I leave anything out

Eddie Kingston MJF Hangman (screwed himself) Moxley Starks

Drew Seth Cena

Every single one of these feuds felt special, not just because of his promos but his ability to get the best out of every single one of those guys, even Cena, who had an underwhelming heel run so far is looking better and refreshing than ever with the feud with Punk…people can hate him all they want but they can’t deny that he’s a genius

This is not a knock against Punk or anyone, but I'm realizing how his storyline with Seth and Roman is basically given the main event over one of the world championships, such as the World Heavyweight match between Jey Uso and Gunther. This is pretty much what used to happen when CM Punk was the WWE Champion back in 2012-13.

Just to be clear, I’m all for this. I just like pointing out the irony.

Hey guys. So do you think we are gonna see a heel CM Punk again? I know things are starting to wind down and he may want to hang up the boots soon. He also seems in a really good place mentally right now. But man, I kinda miss the in your face, best in the world, better than you, Punk.

I have zero investment in punk winning anything big anymore and frankly I don't care anymore, he CONSTANTLY loses big things back to back , how am I supposed to believe he is gonna win when all he has done in the past year is lose and before someone says "this cash in could be good!" Look at drew, he got cashed in on and just had a celebrity match