As soon as CM Punk was removed from AEW, a wild wave of speculation has started about his WWE debut. BWE recently reported that The Cookie Master was “scheduled for a call with WWE board members.” This has led the fans to believe that Punk is indeed returning to WWE.
Since then, fans have started pitching in storylines for the former AEW star. With this being said, there is one unfinished business that CM Punk had with the WWE legend during his first stint with the Stamford-based promotion. As many might have guessed, he is none other than ‘Stone Cold’ Steve Austin.
Stone Cold Steve Austin telling CM Punk he can whoop his ass backwards 😂 pic.twitter.com/VVBCQK5CAk
— Wrestling Pics & Clips (@WrestleClips) September 4, 2023
CM Punk and Steve Austin shared the same stage both in and out of the WWE arena multiple times. Despite numerous heated altercations, the two could never be put into a storyline and their feud was no less than a dream match for the fans. With the rumors of Punk’s return, the pitch has restarted to surface in the minds of the fans.
The two stars faced off in an episode of RAW, where the duo viciously mocked each other’s beliefs and signatures. Contrary to everyone’s expectations, the match was never put into action. The two also graced the stage for the promotion of WWE ’13, growing the tension between the two even further.
Fans often wonder why the company started the heat between the two if it wasn’t for a match. The most probable answer that comes about this is a development that the company wanted in building their personalities, characters and storyline. However, there is also a possibility that the two restart a storyline if CM Punk actually returns to WWE.
WWE stars that CM Punk may face after his potential return
During his 9 year long WWE career, Punk has shared the ring with multiple top stars of the company. The fans might be eager to see his match against Stone Cold, but the practicality of the same is negligible. Both stars are quite opposite in their strength and agility to perform in the ring, thus erasing the possibility of their match.
John Cena is another star who has had a great rivalry with CM Punk during his first run with the promotion. The two have often feuded, keeping the audience at the edge of their seats. With a perfect storyline and drop-dead flair in their characters, the two can turn any moment into a classic.
John Cena vs. CM Punk
WWE Championship #1 Contenders Match
Winner faces The Rock at Wrestlemania 29
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February 25th, 2013The final one on one match between John Cena & CM Punk (Maybe) pic.twitter.com/1bY7X1RTsj
— KJ (@HangmanKJ) November 3, 2023
CM Punk also shared a dire rivalry with Rey Mysterio. With the two standing up for their faith and beliefs, the clash was indeed enthralling. Being 48 years of age, Rey Mysterio’s WWE career is nearing an end with every passing day. Thus, Punk could be the best man to retire the WWE Hall Of Famer.
With such a great product card, there are other stars including Roman Reigns, Randy Orton and Seth Rollins who can match the valor of CM Punk. Considering their physique, strength and charisma, they can build up a great story with CM Punk, if he returns. It is extremely intriguing to see as to how things will proceed for the former AEW star from now onwards.