CM Punk secured a victory over Ludwig Kaiser at Madison Square Garden on Thursday night, concluding the match with his Go To Sleep finisher. During the contest, Punk executed John Cena’s Five Knuckle Shuffle, drawing an enthusiastic response from the New York crowd.
The timing of this tribute carries extra significance as Cena prepares for his return to WWE on January 6, coinciding with RAW’s debut on Netflix.
While Cena begins his farewell tour, Punk’s gesture could signal interest in a potential matchup between the two veterans.
Punk set for high-stakes Netflix debut against Seth Rollins
The inaugural WWE RAW on Netflix will feature CM Punk facing Seth Rollins in a marquee matchup. The January 6 event also includes Roman Reigns defending against Solo Sikoa in a Tribal Combat Match, while Liv Morgan challenges Rhea Ripley for the WWE Women’s World Championship.
Their rivalry intensified following Punk’s surprise return at Survivor Series. Rollins has been vocal about his feelings toward Punk, criticizing his previous departure from WWE and claiming credit for the company’s current success.
Despite Punk’s attempts to maintain distance, both competitors have engaged in physical altercations throughout December on RAW.
