WWE recently organized a highly successful event at the iconic Madison Square Garden, featuring standout performances from top superstars like Seth Rollins, CM Punk, and Becky Lynch. According to reports from Fightful Select, the backstage response from company officials has been positive.
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A special moment from @WWERollins to end a memorable night at #WWEMSG 🥹 pic.twitter.com/7nbGflpHLO
— WWE (@WWE) December 27, 2023
The event’s success was highlighted by a significant increase in ticket sales, with the CM Punk vs. Dominic Mysterio match being a major draw. Merchandise sales also saw a boost, thanks to the return of CM Punk, and Madison Square Garden was filled with fans proudly displaying items related to ‘The Best in the World.’ This positive trend is expected to translate into a financially lucrative holiday tour for WWE.
Here’s the FULL CM Punk vs Dominik Mysterio match from #WWEMSG:pic.twitter.com/xLNmiWSSmC
— Sportskeeda Wrestling (@SKWrestling_) December 27, 2023
During the event, a camera crew was present to capture the action, and there are hints that the show at Madison Square Garden might be broadcasted in the near future. While specific matches for telecast weren’t disclosed, the possibility was teased in the pre-show announcement.
The Madison Square Garden event has continued to capture attention, with clips from the CM Punk vs. Dominic Mysterio match going viral on social media, amassing over a million views. Notably, both Vince McMahon and Triple H were absent from the event, a departure from their usual attendance at such shows.