Daniel Cormier, Justin Gaethje and Other MMA Stars Hype Up CM Punk’s Return to Pro Wrestling
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Phil Brooks a.k.a CM Punk made his much-anticipated return to pro-wrestling under the AEW banner. The ovation he received upon his return is beyond words. Fans were thrilled to see the straight edge superstar back to pro-wrestling after a hiatus of almost 7 years. UFC stars like Daniel Cormier, Justin Gaethje, and more also reacted to the iconic moment in the world of sports and entertainment.
Punk has been a true revolutionary since his WWE days. His rebel character and habit of cutting unscripted promos made fans become believers in him. However, he left the sport in 2014 after falling out with WWE management. Fans have wanted to see him back in action since. The wait is finally over, to say the least.
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While Punk tried MMA and had 2 outings in the UFC in the meantime, it was clear that age was not on his side to compete in the level of competition that the UFC offers. But, in pro wrestling, he is one of the most adored superstars. Fans will keep a close eye on how things unfold for Punk in his new home, i.e. AEW.
UFC and MMA stars react to the return of CM Punk
Former two-division UFC champion, Daniel Cormier was thrilled to see Punk back. He was amazed by the pop that ‘The Best In the World’ received when his music hit.
This was absolutely crazy!!! Punk Is back!!!! What a Pop from the crowd @CMPunk https://t.co/0TMBEtYDCK
— Daniel Cormier (@dc_mma) August 21, 2021
Former interim UFC lightweight champion, Justin Gaethje reacted to DC’s post as well. ‘The Highlight’ left a fire emoji.
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— Justin Gaethje 🇺🇸 (@Justin_Gaethje) August 21, 2021
Derek Brunson pointed out why Punk should never consider returning to MMA, as he is perhaps the biggest superstar in the world of pro-wrestling.
Why would a man come to the MMA world from this . CM Punk crazy af 😂😂😂 https://t.co/p6leUUpzbM
— Derek Brunson (@DerekBrunson) August 21, 2021
Bellator featherweight champion Cris Cyborg reacted to Punk’s return speech as well.
💯 @CMPunk with the realest line in the sport. @AEW ❤️ https://t.co/EAxG0c1TnI
— 👀 #Bellator265 @CrisCyborg.Com (@criscyborg) August 21, 2021
Ariel Helwani believes pro wrestling has been rejuvenated by Punk’s return. In fact, he even pointed out that this is way better than John Cena’s recent WWE return.
What a great scene in Chicago.
The best in the world has returned. Welcome back, @CMPunk.
— Ariel Helwani (@arielhelwani) August 21, 2021
Am I crazy for thinking wrestling hasn’t been this interesting since, like, 1998/99? I legit think so. Rising tide. What a time.
— Ariel Helwani (@arielhelwani) August 21, 2021
This is way better. Competition raises everyone’s game https://t.co/XCBNHgGhJx
— Ariel Helwani (@arielhelwani) August 21, 2021
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It was truly an outstanding moment to see Punk back in action. He is no doubt one of the best in the business to ever do it. Fans will tune in to pro wrestling once again to see how things unfold.
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