CM Punk Confirms AEW Return After Recent Controversy?

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Former AEW World Heavyweight Champion CM Punk recently broke his silence following his suspension from AEW.

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FTR member Dax Harwood on his podcast recently spoke about the situation and asked The Elite and Punk to find a solution and work together again.

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CM Punk Confirms AEW Return After Recent Controversy?

Former AEW World Heavyweight Champion CM Punk recently broke his silence following his suspension from AEW.

FTR member Dax Harwood on his podcast recently spoke about the situation and asked The Elite and Punk to find a solution and work together again.

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