CM Punk, a prominent figure in professional wrestling, is set to make a much-anticipated return to All Elite Wrestling (AEW) after a nine-month hiatus. This news has sparked excitement among fans who are eager to see how his comeback unfolds, especially as it draws nearer to the major event in Chicago.
Punk’s behavior following the ‘All Out’ event last year reportedly led to some wrestlers threatening to leave the company. However, tensions have since cooled, and no walkouts are currently planned. AEW has also taken steps to ensure that talent who may have issues with Punk or others are kept separate as part of the brand split.
One key factor in this deal coming together was the return of Ace Steel to the company. Steel’s involvement reportedly escalated the situation, but many sources also acknowledged his underestimated skill set. Steel was seen as a valuable member of the AEW team prior to ‘Brawl Out,’ both as a creative mind and a coach.
There have been strong pitches for Chris Jericho to work with CM Punk, but no recent updates on this front. It was also reported that a match between Samoa Joe and CM Punk was planned at one point, and it is still believed to be in the works. Interestingly, CM Punk has reportedly taken a liking to the work of Switchblade Jay White, who could potentially be an early opponent or part of a program with Punk.
As the situation continues to develop, fans and industry insiders alike will watch how CM Punk’s next run in AEW unfolds.
