16-time WWE champ may derail CM Punk's World Heavyweight Championship quest

Reports suggest Seth Rollins could prevent CM Punk from challenging Gunther for World Heavyweight Championship on RAW, setting up potential long-term program.

16-time WWE champ may derail CM Punk’s World Heavyweight Championship quest

Seth Rollins might interfere with CM Punk’s World Heavyweight Championship aspirations on RAW. Reports suggest Punk could challenge Gunther following Saturday Night’s Main Event, but Rollins might prevent this confrontation.

The ongoing tension between Rollins and Punk could reach new heights if Rollins attacks Punk during a potential face-off with Gunther. Sources indicate Rollins might declare that Punk will not receive championship opportunities while he remains on RAW.

Plans for Punk include a Steel Cage match against Gunther for the World Heavyweight Championship during WWE’s Holiday Tour in Rosemont, Illinois. A title change could occur during this event, potentially impacting WrestleMania 41 plans.

WWE appears to be developing a multi-match program between Rollins and Punk. The first encounter is scheduled for RAW’s Netflix debut on January 6, 2025, with subsequent matches possible at Royal Rumble or Elimination Chamber, culminating at WrestleMania 41.

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Punk previously stated the World Heavyweight Championship motivated his initial confrontations with Rollins. With Rollins no longer holding the title, incorporating the championship could add stakes to their anticipated matches.

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