Few have managed to capture the attention of fans and pundits alike as CM Punk. Even after his long hiatus from wrestling, his recent resurgence in All Elite Wrestling has been a sight to behold. Despite dealing with the aftershocks of a backstage brawl at last year’s AEW All Out and a controversial rant that created a significant rift between him and the AEW community, his most recent return has brought with it a seismic shift in the atmosphere.
While the initial reaction was mixed, with the former World Champion being met with boos on several occasions, it seems as though things are now poised for a positive turn. It’s about to take an even better turn in the next few months.
The recent advertisements for the AEW All In event have featured Punk prominently, hinting at his significant involvement in the upcoming spectacle.
Looks like #AEW All in will be having CM Punk with the full page advert in the metro. pic.twitter.com/M2YfF0iKya
— Dylan Shah (@DylanShah) June 30, 2023
AEW All In: London, scheduled for August 27, marks a critical milestone in the promotion’s journey, being their debut outing outside of North America. The organizers are betting big on this event, aspiring to sell out Wembley Stadium, a feat which if accomplished, would make it the biggest show in Europe and one of the largest worldwide.
An advertisement in the UK-based Metro newspaper confirmed the appearance of Punk at the event alongside other AEW stars like Samoa Joe, Kris Statlander, and the AEW Tag Team Champions FTR.
It’s undeniable that CM Punk’s presence brings a new layer of intrigue and excitement to the AEW roster. His reputation as a maverick, combined with his undeniable talent and charisma, could serve to add an extra dimension to the matches at the upcoming London event, raising the stakes even further.
The event will mark Punk’s first performance in front of a stadium-sized crowd since WWE WrestleMania 29, a testament to his enduring appeal and the faith the AEW management has in his abilities. It also marks the beginning of a new chapter for Punk, an opportunity to put the controversies of the past behind him and reaffirm his status as one of professional wrestling’s most electrifying talents.
The poster featuring CM Punk in the Metro newspaper advertisement is a clear testament to AEW’s faith in his draw power. With over 65,000 tickets already sold for the event, and an estimated gate revenue of around $8.35 million, All In is shaping up to be an event of epic proportions, and CM Punk will undoubtedly be at the heart of the action.
As the countdown to August 27 continues, all eyes will be on CM Punk as he prepares to step back into the ring, ready to reshape his legacy and redefine the future of AEW.
