The recent return of CM Punk to WWE at Survivor Series 2023 may have sparked a heated exchange between Punk and WWE World Heavyweight Champion Seth Rollins, which seemed to have caught everyone off guard, even Punk himself. The tension between the two apparently began when Rollins called Punk a “cancer” in a candid interview, urging him to “stay away” from WWE. At the time, it was reported that Rollins was speaking his “true feelings” about Punk, but it now seems that their words could actually lead to an in-ring program. The Wrestling Observer Newsletter revealed that WWE was testing Punk’s willingness to play along with Rollins’ angle, and it appears that he passed with flying colors.
The backstage angle at Survivor Series, where Rollins tried to get at Punk, may have been just the beginning of their feud. Rollins’ initial dislike for Punk was evident months ago, when he stated that WWE didn’t need “that cancer” around. However, he later walked back on his comments, given the possibility of Punk’s eventual return to WWE after his AEW termination. It’s clear that Rollins is still harboring ill feelings towards Punk, and their animosity will likely be played out in the coming weeks.
Kane and CM Punk (Via WWE/Twitter)
CM Punk’s return to WWE has sparked a lot of excitement, and it’s likely that he will be involved in some big matches in the near future. Rumor has it that a program between Punk and “Stone Cold” Steve Austin is in the works, which would be a huge crossover event. Meanwhile, Punk’s interactions with WWE’s current crop of talent, including Dominik Mysterio, are generating a lot of buzz.
As Punk continues to navigate the WWE terrain, fans can’t help but wonder who he’ll face off against first. Will it be the aforementioned Rollins, or perhaps someone like Austin, Randy Orton, or even a younger talent looking to make a name for himself? One thing is certain: CM Punk’s return to WWE is generating a lot of interest, and his journey is far from over.
