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Update On Possible CM Punk Return To WWE, Not Looking Likely

October 25, 2022

Maybe not? There have been a lot of important news stories taking place in the wrestling world this year but very few of them have been discussed as much as CM Punk’s rant at the AEW All Out media scrum. Punk has not yet returned to AEW TV and there is a chance that he never will. Should he leave AEW, there is only one other major place he would likely go, but that might not be so easy. Earlier this week, a story surfaced suggesting that AEW was working on a possible contract buyout for Punk, which would eventually free him up for a possible return to WWE. However, according to PWTorch.com by way of Wrestlinginc.com, while Triple H would be willing to allow Punk to return, there is at least one person in Triple H’s “sphere of influence” of “decision-making” that would be a hard No on a Punk return. There is no word on when Punk might be able to return to WWE, assuming his AEW contract is bought out. Opinion: While Punk leaving AEW immediately brought up discussions of a return to WWE..

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AEW Reveals Its Annual AEW Award Winners

March 24, 2022

Open the envelope. At some point or another, any and every wrestling fan has discussed the best and worst of wrestling with someone else. It might have been over the best wrestler, the best match, the best move or vice versa, but it is something that almost everyone does. Now it has happened again, with fans getting a way in who is officially the best. AEW announced its 2021 AEW Awards this weekend, with twelve awards being presented. The awards covered the best of AEW in 2021, including debuts, matches, promos, breakout stars and more. Fans were allowed to vote on the awards, with the winners being announced on a special streamed on AEW’s YouTube challel. Here is the full list of award winners: * Biggest Surprise: Adam Cole and Bryan Danielson’s Debut * Best Moment On The Mic: CM Punk Returns * Biggest WTF Moment: NYE Street Fight * Biggest Beatdown: Hangman Adam Page Goes 60 With Bryan Danielson * Best Twitter Follow: Nyla Rose * High Flyer: Dante Martin * Best AEW Fashion Moment: ..

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CM Punk Might Literally Cause A Fan To Eat His Shoes (With Salt)

September 11, 2021

It was a unique bet. There have been some major changes to the wrestling world in recent months and a lot of them have been very interesting. Several names have moved from one promotion to another, with some surprises coming out of nowhere. That was certainly the case last month and now one of the surprises is turning a table on someone who never saw it coming. CM Punk returned wrestling in August and announced that he would be getting back in the ring. On Sunday at AEW All Out, Punk defeat Darby Allin in Punk’s first match since January 2014. According to Wrestlinginc.com, Punk posted a since deleted tweet, featuring a screenshot of a fan saying he would eat his shoes if Punk ever returned. Punk said “it is time to address this” and the fan has seemingly replied, tweeting out a photo of his shoes and saying they would be lightly salted and cooked at 450 degrees. Punk has not responded to the other tweet. Gym Shoes, lightly salted, roasted at 450°. Deal’s a deal, Punk, let’s do this...

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Roman Reigns And Mick Foley Argue Over CM Punk

August 22, 2021

Two sides of it. This Friday night on AEW Rampage, CM Punk returned to the wrestling world in one of the most emotional moments that you will see in a long time in the industry. The fans lost their minds over Punk’s return and it seems that things are going to be changing in a big way. It turns out that it wasn’t the only Punk moment of the week, though some people see him rather differently. Earlier this week, before Punk made his return on Rampage, Roman Reigns was asked about Punk in an interview with BT Sports and said that Punk was not as “good or over” as John Cena or the Rock. Reigns also criticized Punk’s issues with part time wrestlers taking main event spots. WWE Hall of Famer Mick Foley responded, saying that “CM PUNK WAS DAMN GOOD, AND DAMN OVER.” Foley also praised Punk’s in-ring and taking abilities, while saying that if/when Punk returns to wrestling, he would be over again. Neither Reigns nor Punk have responded to Foley’s comments. CM PUNK WAS DAMN GOOD, AND DAMN OVE..

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Backstage News: WWE Extremely Bitter Regarding Potential CM Punk Return

March 24, 2020

The WWE Universe continues to wonder if another run with the company is possible for CM Punk. There has been a lot of bad blood, lawsuits and harsh words on both sides. Regardless, there’s still constant speculation and new rumors about the possibility of the two sides putting their differences aside to make some money. Punk said a lot of things about WWE and him doing the analyst gig with FOX is a huge indicator that he’s at least reading the terrain. We’ve heard Punk talk about WWE over the last six years. The former WWE Champ has no problem speaking for himself, but wrestling fans are always wondering if Punk is interested in a return to WWE. It seems that Vince McMahon would have to make the first move, but that’s not likely to happen soon. Related: Update On Potential CM Punk WrestleMania Match According to a report from WrestlingINC, WWE officials are said to be “pretty negative” about the idea of Punk returning for an in-ring return. Wrestling Observer Radio claims that there ..

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CM Punk Says His Bout At UFC 225 Should Be On Fight Pass

May 19, 2018

Former professional wrestler turned pro MMA fighter CM Punk returns to the Octagon next month at UFC 225, facing Mike Jackson. Punk and Jackson will kick off the main card of the event, which is set to air live on pay-per-view. UFC Hall Of Fame member Mark Coleman voiced his opinion about the placement of the Punk/Jackson fight on Twitter: Sometimes u have to make exceptions.$ I'm excited for this fight . I wish @CMPunk the best! But I understand. — Mark Coleman (@HammerHouseMMA) May 14, 2018 That would lead to Punk issuing a response of his own through Twitter, where the former wrestler admits his bout should be kicking off the event on UFC Fight Pass: I understand too. If it was up to me, I'd be first fight on fight pass. Don't matter to me. Fans like to be outraged by stuff that doesn't matter. (Appreciate the support Mr. Coleman!!!!! You're truly the man) — Coach (@CMPunk) May 14, 2018 Such luminaries as former UFC Women’s Bantamweight Champion Holl..

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ROH CEO Joe Koff Says Door Is Open for CM Punk Return

July 29, 2017

<p>While appearing on <a href="http://www.wrestlezone.com/news/866605-roh-coo-joe-koff-to-cm-punk-you-are-always-welcome-in-our-house-confirms-post-wwe-punk-roh-contact" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Wrestle Zone Radio</a>, Ring of <strong><a href="http://www.ringsidenews.com/tag/honor/" title="Honor">Honor</a></strong> CEO Joe Koff discussed the topic of CM Punk possibly returning to ROH and mentioned that the door is always open if he wanted to return.</p><p><em>“CM Punk would be an unbelievable addition for Ring of Honor. I don’t know where that would be or could be. It would be a dream. Wrestling talent knows this: once you are a part of Ring of Honor you are always a part of Ring of Honor. Our door is always open to people who want to come back and perform at our level, with our <strong><a href="http://www.ringsidenews.com/tag/style/" title="style">style</a></strong> and for our fans. That would be a dream. That would be unbelievable…CM Punk, if you’re listening or reading, I hope you are, you are always welcome in our house. You know that. He knows that. We’ve had conversations in the past through people. He knows that there is a welcome sign for him.”</em></p><p>When asked if he has spoken to Punk, Koff responded, <em>“I haven’t spoken to him personally and I <strong><a href="http://www.ringsidenews.com/tag/think/" title="think">think</a></strong> it’s through intermediaries or whatever. I think his first goal was to be involved in his MMA stuff.”</em></p>

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Kurt Angle Hopes CM Punk Returns to Wrestling

July 17, 2017

<p>While participating in a Facebook Q&A, Kurt <strong><a href="http://www.ringsidenews.com/tag/angle/" title="Angle">Angle</a></strong> was asked about his thoughts on CM Punk’s future in MMA and a possible return to pro wrestling. Angle responded with the following remarks:</p><p><em>“I hope he comes back. I <strong><a href="http://www.ringsidenews.com/tag/think/" title="think">think</a></strong> his MMA career is over. He <strong><a href="http://www.ringsidenews.com/tag/needs/" title="needs">needs</a></strong> to go back to what he does best!”</em></p><p><em><strong>Do you think CM Punk will ever return to wrestling? Sound off in the comment section below…</strong></em></p>