CM Punk, the recent addition to WWE, has sparked a heated debate among veterans and fans alike with his recent promo on Monday Night RAW. The former champion’s war of words with Seth Rollins has been a major talking point, with many expecting the Second City Saint to turn heel. However, according to two wrestling veterans, Punk’s toned-down approach on the show has missed the mark.
Dr. Chris Featherstone, a wrestling veteran, believes that Punk has the potential to become the biggest heel on RAW if he starts cutting promos that highlight his perceived snubbing by the WWE. “He can bring Vince McMahon’s name into it, and start shooting about why he felt like he was snubbed,” Featherstone said in an exclusive interview on Sportskeeda’s UnSKripted. This would allow Punk to tap into his frustration and anger, making him a more compelling heel character.
Featherstone’s sentiments were echoed by veteran journalist Bill Apter, who felt that Punk was too nice in his promo on RAW. Apter agreed that Punk needed to take a more confrontational approach, stating, “I don’t hate Seth Rollins… but he was too nice, and it didn’t quite get up there.” Apter believes that Punk’s heel turn hinges on him adopting an edgy promos, ones that highlight the perceived slights and snubs he has faced during his career, especially his departure from the WWE.
The idea of Punk turning heel is not a new one, and many fans have been eagerly anticipating the moment. With his return to WWE, Punk has brought a level of credibility and authenticity to the organization, and a heel turn could be exactly what he needs to take his character to the next level. A heel turn would allow Punk to explore his passion for storylines and character development, which have been a hallmark of his wrestling career. As the Second City Saint, Punk has always been known for his clever writing and storytelling abilities, and a heel turn would allow him to bring those skills to the forefront.
Fans will have to wait and see how the storyline unfolds in the coming weeks, but it’s clear that Punk has the potential to become one of the most compelling heel characters in WWE. With a simple shift in his approach, Punk could become the biggest heel on RAW, and his return to the organization could be remembered as one of the most significant events in WWE history.
