CM Punk Triumphs in Live Event Showdown, Sets Sights on WrestleMania 40 Headline and Royal Rumble 2024
CM Punk continues to capture the imagination of WWE fans with his stellar in-ring performances, and the latest live event in Inglewood was no exception. Fresh off his return at WWE Survivor Series WarGames 2023 and a memorable match at Madison Square Garden, Punk faced off against Judgment Day member Dominic Mysterio in a high-energy showdown.
Unlike their previous encounter at MSG, Punk was relentless this time, thwarting any attempts by Dominic to play mind games. Despite Dominic’s 619 attempt, Punk kicked out, turning the tables in the final moments with a victorious pin after converting one of Dominic’s moves into his iconic GTS.
FULL MATCH‼️
Dominik Mysterio 🆚 CM Punk
KIA Forum, Inglewood, CA | 12•30•23#WWELosAngeles
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The electrifying victory was met with cheers from the fans, and Punk graciously acknowledged their support post-match.
But the excitement didn’t end there. In a spirited post-victory promo, CM Punk discussed Women’s World Champion Rhea Ripley’s absence at the live event, expressing a surprising desire to bodyslam the reigning champion. Punk didn’t stop there; he confidently declared his intention to headline WrestleMania 40 and threw his hat into the ring for the 2024 Men’s Royal Rumble, where Cody Rhodes has already announced his participation.
In a rare moment of reflection, Punk apologized to The American Nightmare, Cody Rhodes, stating, “Winning the Royal Rumble match won’t be the end of my story. I’m sorry, Cody Rhodes; this will just be the beginning of my amazing journey.” CM Punk’s comeback is not just about victories but setting the stage for a spectacular journey ahead.
