CM Punk Seeks a Rematch Against AJ Styles After Intense Raw Clash

CM Punk honors AJ Styles as a true legend after their match on Monday Night Raw this week, eagerly seeks for a rematch in the coming years.

CM Punk Seeks a Rematch Against AJ Styles After Intense Raw Clash

CM Punk and AJ Styles (via WWE)

This week on Raw, CM Punk battled both El Grande Americano and the legendary AJ Styles in a high-stakes match for a spot in the Money in the Bank. What made this showdown even more special was that it marked the first time in over 21 years that Punk and Styles had faced each other in a match. Following the clash, The Best in the World had a message for The Phenomenal One.

Taking to Instagram, The Second City Saint shared a photo of his bruised nose from AJ Styles’ stiff kick during their match. He mentioned that while he currently has a lot on his plate, he’ll always make room for The Phenomenal One. Punk praised Styles as a true legend and expressed his desire to face him again, though this time he advised against waiting another 21 years.

@ajstylesp1, I’ve got a lot on my plate right now but I’ll always make room for you. Thank you for the boot print on my nose. Let’s not wait 21 years for the next time. You’re a legend.

CM Punk on Instagram

The last time these two legends faced off in a singles match was back in 2004 at IWA Mid-South. Since then, their paths hadn’t crossed—until now, when they finally met again in this high-stakes Triple Threat match. With both Punk and Styles nearing the twilight of their storied careers and only a handful of matches likely remaining, a one-on-one encounter between them would be a rare and special treat for the fans.

CM Punk
CM Punk’s Instagram story

However, for now, it seems the two legends may have to join forces on Monday Night Raw. Seth Rollins‘ alliance not only cost CM Punk the match but also launched a brutal attack on The Phenomenal One. This shared betrayal has given Punk and Styles a common enemy—potentially setting the stage for an unlikely alliance in the coming months as they unite to protect WWE’s future from The Visionary.

CM Punk acknowledged R-Truth’s controversial WWE exit after Raw

Recently, WWE faced heavy backlash after controversially releasing legends like R-Truth and Carlito. The WWE Universe slammed Triple H and TKO with scathing criticism for the decision. This week on Raw, fans hijacked the show with loud “We Want R-Truth” chants echoing throughout the arena. After the show, CM Punk acknowledged the chants with a pointed remark.

CM Punk
CM Punk (via WWE)

The Best in the World took the microphone to address the WWE Universe as they chanted R-Truth’s name. With a knowing smirk, he responded, “How dare you chant for somebody that’s not here?”—a clear nod to the days when fans used to chant Punk’s name during his absence. It was a clever, full-circle moment that resonated deeply with the crowd.

It seems The Second City Saint is subtly but openly acknowledging that letting R-Truth go may not have been the right decision by WWE. Known for his outspoken nature, the former AEW star could very well speak more directly on the issue in the coming weeks.

CM Punk called out The Rock a bald fraud

CM Punk kicked off this week’s Raw with a scathing message to the world, calling out John Cena and The Rock as frauds trying to take control of the company. However, Punk made it clear that his long-term vision is focused on securing the future of WWE.

CM Punk, The Rock, and John Cena
CM Punk, The Rock, and John Cena (via WWE)

The Second City Saint claimed that The Cenation Leader is whining about the fans now that his time is almost up. According to Punk, that’s why Cena chose to sell his soul to a fraud like The Final Boss. He didn’t hold back, calling both of them clowns with no real passion for the sport.

This isn’t the first time Punk has called out The Rock and John Cena—he did the same earlier this year on Raw following the Elimination Chamber. It will be interesting to see if these repeated shots eventually lead to something significant down the line.

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