Fans are excited as CM Punk makes a sensational return to WWE. He’s been away for almost a decade at Survivor Series: WarGames in Chicago.
However, Seth Rollins might be less thrilled after CM Punk’s return. In fan-captured footage, Rollins was visibly displeased to see him back. His reaction quickly went viral, setting the stage for a potential showdown between the two.
Fans are aware of the real-life tension between Seth Rollins and CM Punk. And now, it has become the talk of the town. Earlier this year, in an interview, Rollins went on record, referring to Punk as a ‘cancer’ and advising him to stay away from WWE, sending shockwaves through wrestling fans.
However, with CM Punk’s return, Seth Rollins can’t ignore his name in the interviews. In a recent ‘SI Media Podcast interview, he was asked about Punk’s WWE comeback, shedding light on their strained relationship. Rollins replied sarcastically, alluding to the backstage problems CM Punk encountered in AEW. He contrasted this by praising the professionalism of the WWE locker room.
Check out the interview below:
In 2022, the former AEW star found himself in a backstage altercation with The Elite, resulting in his suspension. Additionally, Punk was part of another backstage incident in August involving Jack Perry. Consequently, Punk was released from the promotion, and Perry faced a suspension.
Seth Rollins’ comments regarding CM Punk
WWE World Heavyweight Champion Seth Rollins silenced CM Punk chants at a recent WWE Live Holiday Tour in State College, Pennsylvania on 10th December. The show featured several top stars like LA Knight, Kevin Owens, Drew McIntyre, Jey Uso, and Cody Rhodes.
Rollins, who defended his World Heavyweight Championship against Shinsuke Nakamura in the main event, faced CM Punk’s name chants from several fans. However, after the match, he took the mic in his hands, thanked the fans for their support, and said he was in no mood to talk about Punk, referring to him as a ‘bum.’
Check out the fan footage below:
As CM Punk finally decides his future in WWE on Raw tonight, it will be interesting to see which brand he chooses.
