On the night before his World Heavyweight Championship showdown at Summer Slam, CM Punk took sharp jabs at his opponents Seth Rollins and Drew McIntyre. During his appearance on the Summer Slam Kick-Off Show, Punk dismissed his previous rivalry as petty and personal, emphasizing that his upcoming match against Gunther is purely professional.
Reflecting on his mindset toward title matches, Punk contrasted it with his earlier feuds, describing his former adversaries as immature and insignificant.
“For the first time, I’m entering the ring as a competitor, but it’s not personal. It’s strictly business,” Punk stated. “It’s not about some teenager crying over old grudges from years ago or petty locker room disputes. I’m beyond all that.”
Punk further explained that his bout with Gunther focuses on the essence of competition, drawing parallels to his renowned “Summer of Punk” era between 2005 and 2011 in Ring of Honor. “Tomorrow night’s match is about pure competition. It takes me back to the best days of punk,” he said.
His remarks have set the tone for the big championship encounter at MetLife Stadium. Punk will face Gunther for the World Heavyweight Championship in what promises to be one of the event’s highlights. Betting odds slightly favor Punk, who aims to capture his first world title since his WWE comeback.
Fan Take: This match marks a pivotal moment for WWE fans eager to see CM Punk reclaim his spot at the top. It could signal a thrilling new chapter of intense competition and fresh rivalries in the heavyweight division, reinvigorating the sport’s storytelling dynamics.
