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In a harrowing Hell in a Cell Match at Bad Blood 2024, CM Punk defeated Drew McIntyre inside The Devil's Playground to close their iconic feud. The brutal war took a toll on Punk's body, at least in storyline, and The Second City Saint publicly announced that he would be taking time off from TV.
The Straight Edge Superstar didn't provide a clear timeline for his return, but fans expect him to be back in the foreseeable future. With McIntyre in the rear-view mirror, Triple H has many angles he could explore with Punk.
On that note, let's look at three ways CM Punk can return to WWE TV after his brutal Hell in a Cell Match with Drew McIntyre:
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#3. CM Punk could return as a surprise entrant in the 2025 Men's Royal Rumble Match
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The Best in The World had a clear goal when he returned to the company at Survivor Series last year: Punk wanted to main-event WrestleMania. Therefore, no matter what the future holds for him, the veteran will return in time for The Road to 'Mania 41.
Punk, unfortunately, missed WrestleMania XL due to an ill-timed injury, which was credited to McIntyre. Either way, he could compensate for that by making a stunning comeback during the 2025 Men's Royal Rumble Match.
The pop would be insane, and winning the Rumble guarantees a world title match at The Show of Shows. The only drawback is that Punk's fans will have to wait more than three months for his in-ring return in this scenario.
#2. Punk could be announced as the special host of RAW's debut on Netflix
It is almost common knowledge that WWE RAW will air on Netflix from January 6, 2025. Considering the ground-breaking nature of the upcoming debut, the company will be treating the first episode like a premium live event.
SmackDown stars and prominent names like John Cena are advertised for RAW's debut on Netflix. However, to further bolster the show, Triple H could advertise CM Punk for the event as the special guest host.
He could occupy an authoritative role similar to Adam Pearce, make administrative decisions on the fly, and participate in backstage segments with legends.
#1. The Straight Edge Superstar could meddle in Seth Rollins' business
After informing fans that he would be taking time off, CM Punk had a chilling confrontation with Seth "Freakin" Rollins. The disdain between the two rivals was palpable, and it seemed as if WWE was teasing something major.
Rollins has not forgotten that Punk meddled in his World Heavyweight Title match at Money in the Bank 2024. The Visionary warned The Second City Saint of the consequences, but the former AEW star seemed rather nonchalant and hasn't faced any hurdles from Rollins as of yet.
The Messiah has a score to settle with "Big" Bronson Reed. Unfortunately, things may not go according to Rollins' plans, as Punk could interfere to cost his rival a significant win.
