CM Punk defeated Drew McIntyre at tonight’s WWE Bad Blood Premium Live Event to kick off the show from State Farm Arena.
The blood feud between the two men saw the company bring back the Hell in a Cell gimmick for them to finish the feud. Punk claimed before the show that he was looking to bring back the dangerous nature of the match, and both he and McIntyre delivered.
Punk would get the win after hitting the GTS on McIntyre. All of the action stayed inside of the Cell but it was bloody and brutal.
Here are all of the matches taking place at WWE Bad Blood tonight from State Farm Arena, which you can watch back on demand on WWE Network and Peacock.
Hell in a Cell: CM Punk vs. Drew McIntyre
WWE Women’s Championship: Nia Jax (c) vs. Bayley
Damian Priest vs. Finn Bálor
Women’s World Championship: Liv Morgan (c) vs. Rhea Ripley (with Dominik Mysterio in a Shark Cage)
Main Event: Roman Reigns & Cody Rhodes vs. Solo Sikoa & Jacob Fatu
Whether you’re at home or on the go, here’s how you can stream Bad Blood 2024 on different devices:
Streaming on Mobile Devices
WWE Network App (International viewers): Also available for iOS and Android. Ensure you have a stable internet connection for a smooth viewing experience.
Peacock App (U.S. viewers): Available for both iOS and Android devices. Simply download the app, sign in with your subscription details, and start streaming.
Despite both personal and professional stresses, Drew McIntyre is ready for his ten month feud with CM Punk to culminate tonight at WWE Bad Blood.
McIntyre has been embroiled in the biggest angle of his wrestling career clashing with CM Punk, who notoriously has been out with an injury for the majority of the feud. However, the win-loss stands at 1-1 with the rubber match taking place in a Hell In A Cell at Bad Blood Saturday evening.
Before the show, McIntyre filmed himself sitting in his car down in Atlanta, making note that he planned to make chaos this weekend on social media, but life had other plans.
Sadly, McIntyre’s brother John announced the unfortunate passing of their aunt, noting on social media that she stepped up for the family when Drew and John’s mother passed away.
Drew didn’t mention the news during the video, but focused on the angle itself, noting that he is ready to put the near-year feud to bed. He also acknowledged his appreciation for fans making the case that the battle should main event the PLE.
“All that matters is this match happens, this match ends, this thing ends tonight. The hatred dies. Making promises. All I can promise is it’s not going to be a classic. It’s not going to be ‘cinema.’ It’s gonna be brutal. It’s going to shorten our careers, there will be mutually assured destruction and there will be blood. I apologize in advance for what people will see tonight.”
The highly anticipated WWE Bad Blood 2024 event is set to feature a brutal Hell in a Cell match between CM Punk and Drew McIntyre, bringing their intense 9-month rivalry to a climax.
As these two superstars prepare to wage war inside the unforgiving steel structure, there are compelling reasons why CM Punk needs to emerge victorious in this career-defining clash.
The Road to Redemption
CM Punk’s return to WWE has been a rollercoaster ride, filled with both triumphs and setbacks. His rivalry with Drew McIntyre has been particularly tumultuous, with both men inflicting physical and emotional damage on each other.
Overcoming Past Defeats
While Punk scored a victory over McIntyre in their Strap Match at WWE Bash in Berlin, he suffered a controversial loss at SummerSlam due to interference from special guest referee Seth Rollins.
A win at Bad Blood would allow Punk to even the score and prove that he can overcome McIntyre in a definitive manner.
Setting Up Future Opportunities
A win over Drew McIntyre at Bad Blood could open up exciting new avenues for CM Punk’s near future career trajectory in WWE.
World Heavyweight Championship Aspirations
CM Punk has already teased a potential clash with Gunther for the World Heavyweight Championship, likely to take place at Survivor Series.
A decisive victory over McIntyre would solidify Punk’s claim as the number one contender and set the stage for this highly anticipated title match.
Elevating the Hell in a Cell Stipulation
CM Punk has expressed a desire to bring back the old feeling of the Hell in a Cell match, which he feels has been “bastardised” in recent years.
A brutal, hard-fought victory could help restore the prestige and intensity associated with this legendary stipulation.
Narrative Closure
The feud between CM Punk and Drew McIntyre has been deeply personal, involving stolen mementos, vicious attacks, and career-altering moments. A definitive end to this rivalry is necessary for both performers to move forward.
CM Punk wanted to do something special for his longtime fans in Chicago due to the support they gave him over the years while he was away from wrestling.
When he returned to the business in August 2021 at AEW Rampage: The First Dance, Punk went all out while in the spot after seven long years of fans chanting his name. Now, he has given insight into how much money he had to shell out to give all the fans who attended that episode ice cream.
During a sit-down interview on the No-Contest Wrestling Podcast with O’Shea Jackson Jr. and T.J. Jefferson, Punk revealed that he spent $40,000 of his own money on ice cream bars for every fan in attendance that night.
The gesture was made out of sympathy and empathy for people. He also understands why wrestlers may have been upset with him while the fans chanted for Punk while working in the ring.
“Anytime they were in Chicago, there was anticipation or hope that I’d show up,” Punk explained. “That’s why I spent $40,000 on ice cream bars when I came back in 2021—because that was legit a thank you.”
Punk added, “I wouldn’t be anywhere, and I wouldn’t be back here if it wasn’t for a great many circumstances, but one of them is the fans—especially in Chicago.”
CM Punk recently recalled backstage confusion surrounding his entrance ahead of his shocking return at last year’s Survivor Series: WarGames PLE.
The Second City Savior’ showed up in WWE after nine long years at the PLE which took place in his hometown, Chicago, IL. The former WWE Champion recently joined O’Shea Jackson Jr. and T.J. Jefferson on No-Contest Wrestling podcast and discussed chaos in the final moments before walking out through the curtains.
He revealed that Chief Content Officer Triple H told him to walk to the cages. However, Punk got confused if he meant the cages on the ramp or the WarGames cages. He added how he was overwhelmed by the crowd reception and said that he wasn’t sure what to do and lost his composure. He recalled:
“But there was just so many people there, and then, I don’t know what to do. I absolutely lose my composure (because) all I know is I’m coming out. But, I don’t know what the set looks like, I don’t know if there’s a ramp. I’m literally in the dark, and so I’m trying to talk to Triple H over the table, and it’s so loud and there’s so many people and they hit my music and I’m like, ‘I don’t know what I’m doing. What am I doing?’ And he’s like, ‘Go out and walk down to the cage.’ And I’m like, ‘Go out and walk all the way down to the cage!?’ And he was trying to tell me that there was two cages for the babyfaces and the heels for WarGames and he wanted me to walk down and stand in-between there. So in my head, I’m like, I’m marching all the way to the cage and he’s like, ‘No!’ My music’s playing, and we’re going back-and-forth and I’m like, we’re both freaking out. He went, ‘No!’ And he rips his headset off and I’m like, ‘Oh God! What are we doing!?’”
However, things fell into place and Punk created one of the most historic moments in the company.
“Obviously, we figured it out… The chaos backstage, brother. I mean, it’s the last minute… There’s so much stuff going on back there and they film everything now so I’m sure someday we’re gonna see a lot of cool stuff. It was just such a great moment and I love that chaos and that uncertainty again. I was like, man, I could just drink it up all day.”
CM Punk is currently involved in a heated rivalry with Drew McIntyre and they will collide inside the demonic structure of Hell In A Cell at this week’s WWE Bad Blood 2024 which is set to take place on October 5, 2024.
All Elite Wrestling’s (AEW) flagship show, Dynamite, has been home to some of the most captivating moments in modern wrestling. As the program celebrates its 5th anniversary, it’s hard not to reflect on one of the most polarizing and influential figures to grace its ring: CM Punk.
From unforgettable promos to thrilling matches, Punk’s presence on Dynamite has left a lasting impact on the AEW landscape. In this retrospective, we’ll take a closer look at the best CM Punk moments on AEW Dynamite.
Punk’s first appearance on Dynamite following his debut was electric. The Chicago crowd’s reaction to their hometown hero was deafening, setting the stage for what many hoped would be a legendary run in AEW.
Unforgettable Promos
The MJF Feud Begins
One of the most memorable feuds in AEW history began on Dynamite when CM Punk and MJF engaged in a verbal sparring match that left fans in awe. Their promo battle was a masterclass in mic work, blending real-life history with kayfabe to create a compelling narrative.
Punk vs. Hangman Page Promo Showdown (May 2022)
As Punk continued to rack up wins on Dynamite, he eventually set his sights on the AEW World Championship. One of the most intense promo segments in this pursuit took place on the May 25, 2022, episode of Dynamite, where Punk faced off with then-champion Hangman Adam Page.
The tension between the two was palpable as Punk, the seasoned veteran, questioned Page’s ability to carry the company, while Page, full of pride, defended his title reign and reportedly went off script.
This segment elevated the stakes for their eventual match at Double or Nothing and highlighted Punk’s ability to push his opponents to their limits, both physically and mentally…although sometimes too far, and this promo would kickstart the events that would eventually lead to Punk leaving the company.
In-Ring Excellence
Punk’s First Match on Dynamite (September 2021)
After his triumphant in-ring return at All Out 2021, CM Punk made his much-anticipated Dynamite in-ring debut on October 27, 2021, in a match against Bobby Fish.
Fish, a veteran with a striking-heavy style in his own right, was the perfect opponent to test Punk’s endurance and skill on the national stage once again.
In the end, Punk secured the victory with his signature GTS, proving that he hadn’t missed a step despite his long hiatus.
Losing To MJF
A significant moment in Punk’s AEW run occurred on Dynamite in his hometown of Chicago. Despite the home crowd advantage, Punk suffered his first defeat in AEW at the hands of MJF. The match was restarted due to MJF’s cheating, but he managed to win twice, making the loss even more impactful.
Read More – Best AEW Dynamite Promos Ever: 5th Anniversary Retrospective
Memorable Team-Ups
Teaming With Darby Allin & Sting
On the Holiday Bash episode of Dynamite, Punk teamed up with Darby Allin and Sting in a six-man tag team match against MJF and FTR. This match was particularly memorable as all three babyfaces wore face paint, with Punk’s design paying homage to Sting.
These moments highlight CM Punk’s impact on AEW Dynamite, showcasing his promo skills, in-ring ability, and star power during his time with the company.
Trick Williams is the newly-crowned NXT Champion and he celebrated his title win with CM Punk and some pizza.
Last night, NXT ushered in a new era on CW in Chicago and Williams reclaimed the top prize of the brand. He had challenged Ethan Page for the title with the hometown hero CM Punk serving as the special referee. Williams walked out of the jam-packed Allstate Arena as the new champ and later celebrated the victory with ‘The Second City Savior.’
In an NXT Exclusive, Trick Williams reflected on his memorable win and celebrated with some pizzas courtesy of CM Punk. He said:
“Chicago’s crazy, isn’t it? This is my first time in Chicago, and they showed me love. I’ll forever appreciate that, Chicago. Thank y’all. But as we said, as I told y’all, I was going back and getting my baby. Look at this thing. It’s pretty, isn’t it? I got the new title, man. Welcome to the CW, we in here.”
Punk then showed up with a pizza, and offered it to Williams. The new champ noted that it was from Lou Malnati’s, which he called the champion of pizza.
“I know this is your first time in Chicago. I know we talked about this before, you never had the pizza, so I got you some Lou Malnati’s. The champ of pizza for the champ of NXT,” Punk said.
Trick Williams then took a bite and stated that it was scrumptious. When asked about the atmosphere in the arena, Punk said that he’d take any chance to be in front of his hometown crowd. The former WWE Champion said:
“I’ve done everything in this building I think you can possibly do. To be a referee in front of that hometown crowd, any chance I get to be in front of that crowd, electric. I’ll take it. It’s absolutely stunning. The place is amazing. They love Trick, they love wrestling.”
Williams then proceeded to thank NXT head Shawn Michaels and the coaches for giving him an opportunity. He said:
“All jokes aside, we going to the CW, we taking NXT to great heights, and shoutout to all the coaches. Shoutout to Shawn Michaels, shoutout to Matt Bloom, shoutout to Terry Taylor, giving me an opportunity. I’m gonna take care of this [title] with my life.”
Following Williams’ title win, CM Punk had announced that fans will be given free Lou Malnati’s Pizzas along with C4 Energy drinks.
Roxanne Perez says being part of a promo segment with CM Punk was a ‘pinch me’ moment.
The Straight Edge star has become a mentor for many NXT talents since returning to WWE. Two names that have especially become close to the wrestling veteran are Cora Jade and current NXT Women’s Champion Roxanne Perez.
The latter recently got to share the screen with Punk as well prior to her title defense against Giulia. She opened up about the segment while speaking to New York Post, and claimed that the experience was really insane:
“Oh my gosh. I mean to have an in-ring promo with the best promo I think ever, was so insane. It definitely was a pinch me moment. But the fact that I’ve been able to create a friendship with him and sit under his Learning Tree for months now. I think being able to have that relationship definitely made me so much more comfortable.”
CM Punk played the role of a moderator in the segment between Roxanne Perez and Giulia during the September 17 episode of NXT. Perez talked about Punk being her childhood hero but said that she should have been a Drew McIntyre fan instead.
Speaking about her promo on the night, the NXT Women’s Champion said that it was ok for her to give Punk some attitude, because it was something he would have done himself a few years ago:
“I do remember getting in the ring and starting to say my lines and just really feeling it. Because I was just like, ‘Wow, this is insane. I’m standing in the ring with someone that I looked up to my entire life.’ A part of me was like, ‘Well I can’t believe this.’
But another part of me was like, ‘Wait, I can believe this, because this is everything I’ve ever worked for.’ And I felt like I definitely stood my ground. I said a little…I gave him a little bit of attitude, something that he would have done a few years ago. So it was really fun. It’s everything that I’ve been working for.”
Perez was successful in her title defence against Giulia at the CW Premiere episode of NXT last night. Though she had help from a returning superstar. You can check out more about it here.
CM Punk proved to be an impartial official during WWE NXT’s premiere on The CW which went off the air with Trick Williams winning the NXT Championship. After the match though, Punk hit his signature GTS on Ethan Page, an act that hasn’t gone down well with the now-former champion.
— Sean Ross Sapp of Fightful.com (@SeanRossSapp) October 2, 2024
In his first comments after losing the NXT Championship, Page shared photos of himself and his daughter on Twitter. The ‘All Ego’ Superstar didn’t reference Punk by name, but commented that “He’s been known to ruin locker rooms” and that Punk has ruined his life as well.
Punk’s infamous ‘locker room ruining’ ways would be on full display at AEW All Out 2022 where he made a series of incendiary comments on the post-show. Those comments, coupled with the backstage fight, would see Punk suspended from AEW for months and forever changed his relationship with Tony Khan’s promotion.
Given the hostility between Page and Punk during the NXT Championship match, fans are excited at the prospect of a match between the two Superstars. In the meantime, CM Punk will enter Hell in a Cell this weekend to face Drew McIntyre at WWE Bad Blood. Stay tuned to SEScoops for all the latest from WWE NXT’s new era on The CW as well as the career of CM Punk.
The Straight Edge star is known to be very generous when it comes to promoting local businesses and treating fans of his hometown of Chicago.
He famously treated all the fans with ice cream bars, when they attended his AEW debut from the United Center during the August 20, 2021 episode of Rampage.
So when NXT’s CW premiere rolled around from the Allstate Arena with Punk as a special guest on the episode, fans just knew that there would be surprises in store and the former world champion didn’t disappoint.
Fans leaving the arena after tonight’s show noted that they were all given free Lou Malnati’s Pizzas along with C4 Energy drinks:
CM Punk played the role of the special guest referee for the main event of tonight’s show. The bout saw Trick Williams challenging Ethan Page for the NXT Championship.
Williams was able to defeat Page and he became a 2-time NXT Champion in the process. The confetti rained down as Trick celebrated his victory and the show went off air with Punk giving a GTS to Page.
Apart from this, the show also featured the official in-ring debut of Giulia who challenged Roxanne Perez for the NXT Women’s Title.
Everyone expected the Japanese star to pick up the victory in the bout but Perez retained the title with some help from a returning Cora Jade.
CM Punk has the “cult of personality” but he also will likely be apart of a cult in a new comedy coming in the fall.
“Let’s Start A Cult ” is set to release in theaters starting on October 25 and it will be featuring CM Punk. The first trailer for the film released earlier this Friday and Punk shared the video on his Instagram stories.
The film stars comedian Stavros Halkias as Chip who is a cult leader that survives a mass suicide but so does one of his other members William. The duo goes along to recruit new members and one of those happens to be CM Punk. It’s not totally confirmed, but Punk says the name “Three Balls Billy” in the trailer and that could be the name of his role in the film (however, he could also be referring to the character “William.”) Serendipituouly enough, the movie also features a female character that seemingly appears to portray a former pro wrestler who also joins the ranks of the new cult on tap.
You can check out the first trailer for the film below:
CM Punk isn’t the only wrestler conjuring up filmmaking news on Friday. It was also reported today that MJF will be apart of “Happy Gilmore 2.” Before the news hit of “Let’s Start A Cult,” one of the last comedic roles Punk played was in the Starz series, “Heels” as Ricky Rabies. Along with the “Mr. McMahon” docuseries, “Heels” has just hit Netflix.
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CM Punk’s current feud with Drew McIntyre is set to culminate at WWE Bad Blood, where the two will clash in a Hell in a Cell match. After this rivalry, Punk is already eyeing new opponents, starting with World Heavyweight Champion Gunther.
The former WWE & AEW World Champion spoke with 103.5 KISS FM this week, and expressed interest in facing a mix of familiar rivals and fresh competitors.
Among his past adversaries, he named:
Rey Mysterio
John Cena
Randy Orton
Cody Rhodes.
As for new opponents, Punk is eager to step into the ring with:
GUNTHER
Chad Gable
Ludwig Kaiser
Dominik Mysterio
Liv Morgan
Damian Priest
What CM Punk Expects When Raw Moves to Netflix
In addition to his in-ring aspirations, Punk commented on WWE Raw’s upcoming move to Netflix in January 2025. He downplayed the likelihood of significant changes to the show’s content, emphasizing that it will largely stay the same.
While nostalgia is powerful, many fans are advocating for a more edgy product in the hopes of recapturing the magic of the R-Rated Attitude Era. However, Punk warned that fans anticipating a return to mature content—such as excessive profanity or lingerie pillow fights—will be disappointed. Reflecting on the Attitude Era, he pointed out that pushing boundaries often resulted in unsustainable, lower-quality programming over time.
WWE Hell in a Cell takes place next Saturday, October 5 from Atlanta, GA at the State Farm Arena. The premium live event will stream live on Peacock.
Drew McIntyre and CM Punk have held nothing back in their feud that has proven to be a highlight of WWE Television in 2024. Just days ahead of their collision at WWE Bad Blood, McIntyre has now taken aim at Punk’s dog Larry with an infamous moment from the hit animated show Futurama.
On his Instagram Stories, Punk shared a video of his popular pooch in the ring with fans in the comments sharing their love for Larry. On Twitter though, McIntyre gave a ‘spoiler’ of Larry’s fate after WWE Bad Blood, comparing the dog to Seymour from Futurama.
For those not initiated with the animated series, Seymour is the beloved pet of protagonist Phillip J. Fry, who is accidentally cryogenically frozen for 1,000 years. McIntyre’s clip shows Seymour waiting in vain for Fry to come home, a fate that McIntyre wants to inflict upon Larry when he faces CM Punk inside Hell in a Cell next month. This isn’t even McIntyre’s first dig at Larry as he referred to him as a “stupid-looking dog” during a June 2024 edition of WWE Raw.
CM Punk’s 46th birthday is still a month away, but that hasn’t stopped his ‘daughters‘ Roxanne Perez and Cora Jade giving the veteran a gift. The two NXT Superstars didn’t need to spend a fortune to make their feelings clear on the former WWE World Champion and even included a reference to one of Punk’s most infamous moments.
On his Instagram Stories, Punk shared the gift in question; a birthday napkin claiming that the Raw Superstar is turning 100 years old. Punk is encouraged to “enjoy your fruit and protein” by his ‘daughters’ who he believes are “alright when they’re not being brats.”
At the top of the napkin is a quote from Punk that reads “I’m old and tired and I work with children.” Punk infamously delivered a variation of these words during his infamous All Out 2022 post-show rant. That rant and the backstage fight that followed would see Punk and other top names suspended from AEW and would forever shift the Best in the World’s relationship with the promotion. The napkin also includes an image of a cupcake, a nod to Punk’s sweet treat of choice as he delivered his post-show comments.
What’s to Come?
CM Punk will appear on the October 1, edition of WWE NXT, which will serve as the show’s premiere and fittingly take place in Chicago, Illinois. At the latest NXT, it was confirmed that Punk will officiate the NXT Championship match between Ethan Page and Trick Williams.
Perez will also be in action on the night as she’ll defend her NXT Women’s Championship against Giulia. Despite this napkin gift, Perez had strong words for Punk on the latest NXT, declaring that she now sees she should have been a Drew McIntyre, the man Punk will face in Hell in a Cell at WWE Bad Blood on October 5.
The September 17, edition of WWE NXT saw a special appearance by CM Punk who was part of a segment with Giulia and Roxanne Perez. Later on, it was confirmed that Punk will be the guest referee of the NXT Championship match between Ethan Page and Trick Williams when WWE NXT premieres on The CW on October 1.
The arrival of the Best in the World was welcomed by the crowd in Orlando and judging by the ratings, also by those watching at home. This week’s show saw an average viewership of 677,000, up eight percent from the previous week’s 628,000, Wrestlenomics and Programming Insider reports. This week also marked the highest-viewed NXT of the past ten weeks, with the show only being bested by the June 18, show.
While this is a success for WWE NXT in 2024, the show has seen a decline year-on-year. In 2023, this week’s NXT drew 824,000, while two years ago this week the show was at 688,000.
CM Punk at WWE NXT
Punk made quite the impact at WWE NXT and his time at the show didn’t stop once the cameras stopped rolling. On social media, it was shared that Punk stayed behind after the taping to ensure fans got a chance to meet him and get an autograph.
What’s to Come?
CM Punk’s return to WWE NXT will come on the October 1, premiere on The CW, fittingly in his hometown of Chicago, Illinois. The next week, WWE NXT will travel to Missouri where Randy Orton will take on the Young OG Je’Von Evans. Stay tuned to SEScoops for all the latest on WWE NXT ahead of the gold brand’s move to The CW.
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Interrupting Punk’s segment on the show, The Prodigy spoke about Punk being one of her favorite wrestlers but admitted that she always preferred Punk’s wife AJ Lee. Perez added that she wished she’d grown up as a Drew McIntyre, who Perez is confident will end Punk’s career at WWE Bad Blood inside Hell in a Cell.
These comments caught the attention of McIntyre who mocked Punk’s psuedo-parental relationship with Perez. On Twitter, McIntyre said he was proud of the reigning WWE NXT Women’s Champion, but only a freak would see her as a daughter figure.
Perez will defend her NXT Women’s Championship against Giulia at the October 1, show that will also mark NXT’s premiere on The CW Network. The show will take place in Chicago, Illinois, and will also see an appearance by Punk. The Chicago-Made star will return to his hometown to officiate the NXT Championship match between Ethan Page and challenger Trick Williams.
Just days later, Punk will step into Hell in a Cell against McIntyre at Bad Blood. This match will be Punk’s first Hell in a Cell match since 2013 and McIntyre’s first since 2021. Stay tuned to SEScoops for the latest on Drew McIntyre and his war with CM Punk that will see both men enter Hell on October 5.
WWE has confirmed CM Punk’s role as well as the appearance of another former World Champion for NXT’s CW premiere on October 1.
NXT GM Ava held a contract signing between NXT Champion Ethan Page and Trick Williams during the latest episode of the show. Before getting into the segment, she announced that The Miz will be holding a special edition of Miz TV on the CW premiere while also confirming a Randy Orton match for the week after that.
The contract signing couldn’t be completed, however, as Page delivered an Ego’s Edge on his opponent and left without putting pen to paper. This led to NBA star Tyrese Haliburton making an appearance during the main event of the show.
Haliburton brought out both Williams and Page and made them sign the contract. The basketball star mentioned that there was one more thing to announce and then Punk came out. The Straight Edge Star confirmed that he will be the special guest referee for the upcoming title match. The show ended with both NXT stars brawling each other.
This might not be the only championship match Punk gets involved in at the upcoming show. The episode also saw NXT Women’s Champion Roxanne Perez offering some harsh words to her childhood hero during a segment before her upcoming title defense against Giulia.
Giulia herself came out later to confront the champion. Punk had to intervene to stop Perez from attacking the Japanese star with the title belt. It’s very much possible that the wrestling veteran will have a part to play when the two female stars finally face each other at the upcoming episode.
Apart from CM Punk and The Miz, WWE has confirmed that Jade Cargill and Bianca Belair will also be making an appearance at the upcoming show. Here is everything that has been announced for October 1:
WWE Women’s Tag Team Champions Jade Cargill & Bianca Belair
NXT Women’s Championship Match: Roxanne Perez (c) vs. Giulia
Miz TV
Street Fight: Wes Lee vs. Zachary Wentz
NXT Championship Match With Special Guest Referee CM Punk: Ethan Page (c) vs. Trick Williams
CM Punk has been one of WWE’s biggest stars during his tenure with the company from 2006 to 2014 and the end of 2023 to now. Known for his mic work and controversial persona and solid in-ring work, Punk has delivered many memorable matches throughout his WWE career.
Here, we rank the very best CM Punk matches in WWE history.
CM Punk vs. John Cena vs. Big Show (SummerSlam 2012)
This triple threat match for the WWE Championship saw all three men shine. Punk retained his title in dramatic fashion, continuing his historic 434-day reign.
CM Punk vs. Jeff Hardy – Steel Cage Match (SmackDown, August 2009)
This intense steel cage match saw Punk defeat Jeff Hardy, forcing Hardy to leave WWE as per the match stipulation. The bout featured great high-risk spots that played off their contrasting personalities and lifestyles as Straight Edge and…er…not so straight edge.
CM Punk vs. Chris Jericho (Payback 2013)
Taking place in Punk’s hometown of Chicago, this match saw the returning Punk defeat Jericho in an excellent back-and-forth contest. The electric crowd and stellar in-ring action made this a standout bout.
CM Punk vs. Daniel Bryan (Over the Limit 2012)
Two of the best technical wrestlers of their generation clashed for the WWE Championship in this critically-acclaimed match. Punk and Bryan’s chemistry was on full display as they put on a wrestling clinic.
CM Punk vs. The Undertaker (WrestleMania 29)
Punk gave The Undertaker one of his best WrestleMania matches in this encounter. The build-up involving Paul Bearer’s death added emotional weight to an already stellar contest.
CM Punk vs. John Cena (RAW, February 2013)
Often considered their best match together, this RAW main event saw Punk and Cena pull out all the stops in an epic encounter. The winner would go on to face The Rock at WrestleMania 29.
CM Punk vs. John Cena (Money in the Bank 2011)
Taking place in Punk’s hometown of Chicago, the electric atmosphere elevated this match to legendary status. Punk’s victory and subsequent exit with the WWE Championship became an iconic moment.
CM Punk vs. Brock Lesnar (SummerSlam 2013)
Punk’s performance against the much larger Lesnar was nothing short of masterful. The no disqualification stipulation allowed for a brutal, hard-hitting affair that showcased Punk’s toughness and in-ring psychology. This match is widely considered Punk’s best in WWE, JUST above the MITB match.
CM Punk is the latest wrestling superstar to call out airport collectors after an apparent unpleasant experience of his own.
The Straight Edge Star put up an Instagram story calling out people who continue following talents despite being told off. He mentioned that airports are not meet & greets and asked people to stop using children as their excuse to continue harassing wrestlers:
“Hey guys, Love y’all, but friendly reminder to respect privacy and boundaries. Airports are not a meet and greet. If I have to ask you to please stop following me multiple times you have crossed a line. Please stop this. Thank you. (And stop using your children as a shield or an excuse.)”
CM Punk joins the long list of talents that have been forced to speak up due to the continuous harassment from the so-called fans. Talents such as Rhea Ripley, Dominik Mysterio, and Kris Statlander have all called out airport scrappers to no avail.
The wrestling community also spoke up against the atrocious conduct of such people after a video of Asuka being swarmed by the pseudo-collectors at the airport went viral earlier this year.
Seth Rollins too had talked about people using children for such acts during an interview last year. Though he had taken a positive approach saying that such cases were exception and people shouldn’t lose their faith in humanity because of it.
CM Punk is currently involved in an intense rivalry with Drew McIntyre where both stars have picked up one victory over each other. The two wrestling veterans are set to meet for one final time in a Hell In A Cell match at the upcoming Bad Blood PPV event.
AJ Lee says she has no idea what’s going on with CM Punk and Drew McIntyre.
The retired wrestling star has been mentioned a number of times during the feud between the two current WWE stars. The bracelet featuring her name and the name of her and Punk’s dog Larry has been the anchor of the whole storyline.
The former Divas Champion spoke to ComicBook recently to promote her new comic release with Scrappy Hearts Production partner Aimee Garcia, Day of the Dead Girl.
When asked for her thoughts on the ongoing WWE storyline between her husband and McIntyre, Lee claimed that she has no idea what’s going on:
“I mean this in the most loving way, I have no idea what’s going on [laughs]. I’m weird about like — I don’t want to watch my husband wrestle live because I’m scared. It’s like a weird juju thing.”
My Dog Is Famous All of A Sudden: AJ Lee
The former WWE star, real name April Mendez mentioned how she is focused on her own projects and doesn’t keep up with the product. While Punk still gives her some updates, she is not really immersed in it as people would think:
“I kind of don’t know what’s happening in the storyline. I know that my dog is famous all of a sudden! He’s got some surprise merch coming. I’ve been privy to that. But it’s cool. I’m happy that he’s happy and healthy and just killing it. I’m proud.”
Fans have been rooting for an AJ Lee return for a long time. NXT Women’s Champion Roxanne Perez who has become a protege of Punk has expressed the desire to wrestle the former champion many times.
The wrestling veteran, however, has been busy with outside projects. Punk himself has said that AJ knows there are options for her but he doesn’t want to give fans false hopes of her return.
On the September 10, edition of WWE NXT, Giulia made her WWE in-ring debut with a victory over Chelsea Green. The Japanese sensation has caught the attention of fans, as well as CM Punk, who has something in store for the newest addition to the NXT roster.
On Instagram, WWE shared footage of Giulia’s in-ring victory over Green that caught the attention of CM Punk. In the comments, Punk was impressed by the Marigold alum and had an idea for Giulia to run by NXT General Manager Ava.
“impressive debut. @avawwe_ I have an idea, going to call and run it by you”
Whatever Punk has in mind, fans may not have to wait long to hear it as the Best in the World will have a special announcement to share on next week’s episode of WWE NXT.
CM Punk will also be part of the debut episode of WWE NXT on The CW which will take place from Punk’s hometown of Chicago, Illinois. During her WWE NXT debut last week, Giulia made clear she wants to face Roxanne Perez when the gold brand moves to its new home on October 1. Punk has made his presence felt at WWE NXT since his return to WWE last November and has shown interest in a role at the WWE Performance Center.
Stay tuned to SEScoops for all the latest on CM Punk ahead of the Best in the World’s announcement next week on WWE NXT.
The replica bracelet is virtually identical to the one created by Victoria, a CM Punk fan who gifted him the bracelet over WrestleMania 40 week. In a lengthy statement shared on Twitter, Victoria made clear that while she has no issue with WWE for selling the $9.99 replica, some recognition would have been appreciated.
hi everyone – thanks again for all the nice words and support. i won’t be asking for compensation from wwe since they have every right to make bracelets. all i kind of was hoping for was maybe a mention in the description of the product (i.e. inspired by a fan). (1/5)
for those replying to my initial post about me not getting a heads up and saying wwe didn’t need to, i 100% agree they didn’t need to. legally they had no obligation to reach out to me regarding this, but it just would have been nice to have heard it from them beforehand. (3/5)
wwe did reach out to me last week as a thank you from punk and invited me to a show next month but to my knowledge that invitation had no correlation to them selling bracelets and wasn’t offered as compensation but i am still grateful for them contacting me at all. (5/5)
Many Twitter/X users weighed in sharing their problem with WWE selling replica bracelets, believing that Victoria should be receiving a cut of the profits or at the very least some recognition. The bracelet has already been considered one of the worst pieces of WWE merchandise due to both the ethical implications, as well as the concept of paying $10 to buy yourself a friendship bracelet with another man’s family featured.
Now, the bracelet has been pulled from WWEShop.com without any explanation being given by the website. Though this bracelet is gone, WWE is also selling bracelet three-packs for talent including Bianca Belair and The Rock.
Drew McIntyre Comments
It wasn’t just fans who shared their two cents about the bracelet as Drew McIntyre once again flexed his heel muscles on social media. Responding to an earlier post by Victoria, the Scottish Warrior suggested that Victoria has a bit too much in common with her hero.
All this bitching and moaning and crying, no wonder CM Punk is your hero ?? https://t.co/e7ot0e8cu9
McIntyre’s war with CM Punk will see the two enter Hell in a Cell at WWE Bad Blood on October 5. Stay tuned to SEScoops for all the latest on WWE Bad Blood including breaking news and live results from Atlanta, Georgia.
In recent weeks, one of WWE’s hottest feuds hasn’t been centered over a championship, but instead, a bracelet crafted by a fan for CM Punk. While the bracelet seemingly met its end on the September 2 edition of Monday Night Raw, fans can now pick up their own replica of this unique piece of WWE canon.
WWEShop is selling a replica of the bracelet, which bears the names of AJ and Larry, and is available to purchase for $9.99 plus shipping. A description of the team reads:
“CM Punk keeps a reminder of his love for his wife and furry, four-legged family member, Larry, in the form of a Friendship Bracelet. Take a trinket that reminds you of your loved ones wherever you go like The Second City Saint does by making this CM Punk Friendship Bracelet yours. One look at this accessory lets everyone know you’d fight to get your piece of flesh if anyone questions your loyalty to those you hold dear.”
This new item has caught the attention of Victoria, who created the original bracelet and gifted the item to Punk during WWE WrestleMania week earlier this year. On Twitter, Victoria shared that a ‘heads up’ would’ve been appreciated and admitted that the bracelet was supposed to be a one-of-a-kind item for the ‘Best in the World.’
it was just supposed to be a gift for punk not the whole world ?
On this week’s Raw, Adam Pearce shared that McIntyre and Punk will meet once again at WWE Bad Blood in a Hell In A Cell match, Punk’s first since 2013. The AEW alum has also been confirmed for next week’s Raw and will have plenty to say about the man he’ll step into hell to face on October 5 in Atlanta, Georgia.
On October 5, WWE will host its first Bad Blood PLE in over 20 years from the State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia. Surprises have been teased for the show, and on this week’s RAW, the card for the highly-anticipated event started coming together.
Hell in a Cell: CM Punk Vs. Drew McIntyre
The feud between CM Punk and Drew McIntyre has been one of the hottest angles of 2024 and will come to a head at WWE Bad Blood. Not only will the pair settle the score in a rubber match, but it will be contested inside Hell in a Cell. The iconic structure has been used at all WWE Bad Blood PLEs so far and that tradition will continue on October 5.
At WWE SummerSlam, Damian Priest (alongside Rhea Ripley) was betrayed by The Judgment Day, as Finn Balor aided GUNTHER against the Archer of Infamy. On this week’s Raw, Balor challenged Priest to a match at WWE Bad Blood which the former World Champion was quick to accept.
CM Punk is set to make his WWE Raw return on September 16 in Portland, Oregon, just two weeks after being viciously attacked by Drew McIntyre. This announcement was made during this week’s WWE Raw “season premiere” from Calgary, Alberta, Canada.
During the show, WWE official Adam Pearce provided an update, stating that he had spoken with Punk, who confirmed he’s far from finished. Punk’s return on Raw will serve as the lead-up to his third match against McIntyre at WWE Bad Blood 2024, where the two will face off inside Hell in a Cell.
This will be the final bout in their trilogy. The rivalry between Punk and McIntyre has been intense, with each competitor holding one victory. McIntyre claimed the first win at SummerSlam, while Punk evened the score at Payback. The Hell in a Cell match at Bad Blood promises to be the decisive battle.
In addition to Punk’s return, the September 16 episode of Raw will also feature a WWE Tag Team Championship match. The New Day’s Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods are set to challenge The Judgment Day’s Finn Balor and JD McDonagh.
With Punk’s comeback and these high-stakes matches, next week’s Raw is set to be a can’t-miss event as WWE heads toward Bad Blood 2024.
When bad blood boils over, there’s only one way to contain it…
