WATCH: CM Punk wins fans’ hearts with wholesome gesture for young kid ahead of WWE Live Event

CM Punk shared a heartfelt moment with a young disabled kid ahead of the WWE event in Nottingham, England.

WATCH: CM Punk wins fans’ hearts with wholesome gesture for young kid ahead of WWE Live Event

CM Punk with a fan (via WWE)

CM Punk has undoubtedly been one of the most controversial superstars in WWE history. However, his fan following hasn’t dropped at all. While he was away from WWE, thousands of fans kept chanting the Second City Saint’s name. Since his return to the company, Punk has been nothing but a pleasant figure both on- and off-screen. Recently, he won fans’ hearts with a wholesome gesture.

WWE’s official X account shared a video of CM Punk meeting a young, disabled child before the event in Nottingham. The child’s happiness was clear as he met the former WWE Champion. Punk took a picture and signed an autograph for him. Unsurprisingly, Punk’s gesture was met with praise within the wrestling community.

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WWE fans witnessed an intense tag team match as Punk and Cody Rhodes took on Solo Sikoa and Gunther. Although the World Heavyweight Champion and the former Bloodline leader showed a tough fight, the babyfaces won in the end to send the fans home happy. This was the second time this weekend that the WWE Universe saw Punk and The Ring General going against each other.

Many fans were upset because they wanted a one-on-one match between the two top stars at WrestleMania. The 46-year-old veteran is in a heated rivalry with Seth Rollins and Roman Reigns. All three stars brawled on the latest episode of SmackDown and will face off in a triple-threat match at WrestleMania 41.

CM Punk and Cody Rhodes shared an emotional moment ahead of their match in Nottingham

CM Punk and Cody Rhodes are two of WWE’s biggest babyfaces. Fans love them, sing their theme songs, and chant for them to show their support. When they teamed up for a tag match in Nottingham, it was a treat for both the live audience and fans watching worldwide.

Cody Rhodes and CM Punk
Cody Rhodes and CM Punk [via WWE]

During his entrance, The Second City Saint sat on the ring apron, waiting for Rhodes to arrive. After leading his iconic “Woah” chant, The American Nightmare noticed Punk sitting nearby, visibly emotional. They shared a heartfelt moment and hugged before starting the match.

Both top stars share an interesting relationship. They were rivals heading into last year’s Royal Rumble match, where Rhodes and Punk exchanged personal shots, which Rhodes ultimately won. This year, both could headline WrestleMania 41 in their respective matches.

CM Punk had kind words to say about Cody Rhodes and took a shot at John Cena

The Best in the World and Cody Rhodes teamed up to face Gunther and Solo Sikoa. After defeating the heels, both stars took time to address and thank the fans. During his speech, Punk praised the WWE Champion and took a subtle shot at his WrestleMania opponent, John Cena.

John Cena and CM Punk
John Cena and CM Punk [via WWE]

Punker first thanked the fans in attendance for chanting, buying their jerseys, and filling the arena. The 46-year-old veteran promised to visit Nottingham again. He also expressed his happiness about how far his old friend had come and praised him for doing an excellent job as the Undisputed Champion.

Punk confidently stated that there was no chance Rhodes would lose his title to Cena at WrestleMania 41. The two shared a wholesome moment, and at the end of the show, The American Nightmare lifted Punk on his shoulders and once again thanked the fans.

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