WWE update:What happened to CM Punk?… Fans are outraged when Gunther vs Damian Priest is confirmed 

 

 

 

What happened to CM Punk?… Fans are outraged when Gunther vs Damian Priest is confirmed 

CM Punk’s Departure and the Fallout:

 

CM Punk’s sudden departure from WWE and the subsequent fallout have left fans divided. Punk, a polarizing figure in professional wrestling, was known for his outspoken nature and his role in rejuvenating WWE during the “PG Era” with his “pipe bomb” promo. However, after a controversial run in AEW, Punk was released from the company following an altercation at AEW’s All In event in London, where an incident backstage escalated tensions. This led to speculation about his future in the industry, with rumors swirling that he might return to WWE. Fans who were once hopeful for Punk’s reconciliation with WWE have been left disillusioned, especially as tensions surrounding his AEW exit linger.

 

Gunther vs Damian Priest – The Fans’ Reaction:

Meanwhile, the announcement of a match between Gunther and Damian Priest on WWE programming has sparked confusion and outrage among fans. While both wrestlers are immensely talented in their own right, the timing of the match and the way it’s being presented has caused frustration. Gunther, the reigning Intercontinental Champion, has built a reputation as one of the most dominant and technically proficient wrestlers in WWE, while Priest has been part of the Judgment Day faction and is still rising in prominence.

 

However, fans feel the booking of the match is either a missed opportunity or a rushed storyline. Gunther’s potential for a major push is well-recognized, and many believe he deserves a much more high-profile opponent, possibly for a world title or a bigger event. Similarly, Damian Priest’s involvement in the Judgment Day has left some fans thinking that his focus should remain within the faction’s internal dynamics, rather than having him face someone of Gunther’s caliber in a seemingly out-of-nowhere feud.

 

The issue is also compounded by the recent upheaval caused by CM Punk’s departure, which has led to a general sense of disappointment in WWE’s booking decisions. Fans, already irked by the lack of clear direction for certain superstars, are skeptical about how Gunther vs. Priest will unfold, fearing that it may be more about filler than a meaningful storyline.

 

Ultimately, WWE is walking a fine line with this matchup, and how it’s executed will determine whether the fans’ ire is justified or simply another bump in the road for the promotion.