Controversial ex-WWE Superstar shockingly defends CM Punk from fan criticism despite past issues

Former WWE superstar unexpectedly hits back at a fan who was criticizing CM Punk for his match on this week's Raw.


Controversial ex-WWE Superstar shockingly defends CM Punk from fan criticism despite past issues

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CM Punk has been one of WWE’s top performers over the past year, delivering standout matches even at 47. While some fans view him as fragile and past his prime, a surprising voice has entered the debate, one of his former rivals, Ryback. However, instead of tarnishing Punk’s legacy, he has stepped in to defend The Best in the World, enduring spirit as a true professional wrestler.

Taking to X, Ryback responded to a fan’s claim that The Second City Saint is old and fragile. He argued that Punk’s condition wasn’t fragility but rather great selling. The discussion stemmed from Punk’s recent match against Sami Zayn on Raw, where the 47-year-old appeared fatigued. Ryback defended Punk, stating that his exhaustion was a sign of effective storytelling, making the match feel real.

It’s called selling you feed me moron. Good to see you “fans” are pieces of shit equally to everyone in the business though.

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Moreover, Ryback has been outspoken against WWE and its talent, frequently criticizing the company and even taking shots at Punk in the past. However, his unexpected show of support for the former WWE Champion is turning heads on social media, sparking discussions among fans.

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Despite the criticism, Punk has earned a spot in the Elimination Chamber match. He will compete against John Cena and four other stars for a chance to headline WrestleMania on the line. With WWE’s ever-changing landscape, his path to the main event remains uncertain. It will be interesting to see how his story unfolds in the coming weeks.

CM Punk confirms WWE press conferences are real

Over the past two years, WWE has emphasized that it is sports entertainment rather than traditional wrestling. As part of this approach, the company has been incorporating press conferences and kickoff shows before premium live events. Recently, CM Punk addressed these press conferences, revealing that they are unscripted and not just another staged element of the show.

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Speaking on the Good Guy/Bad Guy podcast, The Best in the World shared insights into WWE’s media scrums. He revealed that there are no set rules or guidelines for superstars to follow during these sessions. According to Punk, the press conferences are 100% real, with wrestlers answering questions freely without a predetermined structure.

Well, I think in the press conferences, you’re just sitting out there in real-time fielding and asking and answering questions. So yeah, it’s a shoot because there’s nobody telling you what to say. There’s no writer, you don’t got a script. Somebody asks and you answer.

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Since returning to WWE, The Second City Saint has been outspoken about his views. Recently, he even shared his thoughts on who should have won the Royal Rumble instead of Jey Uso. The 47-year-old remains determined to headline WrestleMania this year. He also has his sights set on capturing a world title.

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