Cody Rhodes and CM Punk seemingly left the Stamford-based promotion on bad terms, but the former’s departure was arguably not as bad-spirited. Despite this, many fans have been clamoring for Punk to follow in Rhodes’ footsteps, but would the jump be as simple?
During a recent To Be The Man episode, Ric Flair pointed out one significant difference between the two athletes’ WWE departures.
While CM Punk’s AEW departure has not been officially announced or even confirmed, rumors have suggested that both parties are discussing a potential contract buy-out.
Unfortunately, The Second City Saint doesn’t seem to be on good terms with WWE, as a report suggested that the locker room allegedly doesn’t want him there.
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Could CM Punk face Stone Cold Steve Austin at WWE WrestleMania 39?
Stone Cold Steve Austin recently took to social media to show off his latest workout routine, fueling speculation about a potential match at WrestleMania. In light of CM Punk’s possible free-agent status, fans hope to see the two finally lock horns at the mega-event.
According to Dave Meltzer during the recent Wrestling Observer Radio, CM Punk’s potential release from AEW isn’t nearly as simple as fans believe.
Judging by the report, it doesn’t seem like Punk will face Austin at The Show of Shows.
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