CM Punk is set to be the main attraction for WWE’s upcoming UK tour later this month. It was confirmed today that the former World Heavyweight Champion will be present at all five scheduled house shows.
The tour will take place over five days, from August 23rd to August 28th, with stops in Liverpool, Newcastle, Manchester, Leeds, and Cardiff. This series of events will culminate in a showdown at the Paris Premium Live event on August 31st.
Each stop on the tour features different main event matches. On the opening night in Liverpool on August 23rd, WWE is promoting a match where CM Punk will challenge Dominic Mysterio for the Intercontinental Championship. For the remaining four shows, Punk will team up with Sami Zayn and Lucha Underground star Pentagón Jr. to face Dominic Mysterio, Finn Bálor, and JD McDonagh in a series of six-man tag team matches dubbed Decision Day.
This tour follows a turbulent week for Punk. At SummerSlam, he captured the World Heavyweight Championship from Gunther in dominant fashion, but lost it shortly after when Seth Rollins cashed in his Money in the Bank contract. The following night on Raw, Punk was involved in a heated brawl against Rollins, Roman Reigns, and their respective factions. This tour marks his return to in-ring action as he gears up for his next major storyline.
Fan Take: This news is huge for WWE fans because it signals CM Punk’s sustained presence and influence in major storylines, especially as he rebuilds momentum after a rollercoaster few weeks. His involvement in the UK tour not only promises thrilling matches but also helps expand WWE’s global appeal, potentially bringing fresh energy and excitement to the sport.
