A prominent star of AEW has made a bold assertion, suggesting that CM Punk shares the same pinnacle of prominence with Roman Reigns in the sphere of wrestling today. This declaration, however, has ignited a divergence of opinions among fans.
The undeniable truth is that Roman Reigns stands as an undeniable powerhouse in the wrestling domain. His magnetic charisma, impeccable character portrayal, and the intricacies of The Bloodline narrative have amalgamated to carve him a prominent niche. In the sprawling landscape of wrestling, he holds the mantle of being the visage not only for the premier wrestling promotion but for the entire realm of professional wrestling.
Yet, in the parallel stratum, CM Punk boasts an indelible legacy and a treasure trove of accolades that trace the trajectory of his illustrious career. Revered as “The Best in the World,” he undoubtedly wields considerable clout in the present wrestling scenario. However, the query surfaces whether his stature genuinely aligns with Roman Reigns’ echelon.
Enter Dax Harwood, a close confidant of CM Punk and one-half of AEW’s reigning world tag team champions, FTR. Dax unhesitatingly endorses Punk’s stature, confidently stating that Punk occupies a parallel realm of prestige alongside Roman Reigns, asserting during an interview with Dazn Wrestling:
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“Perhaps on par with Roman Reigns, he is unequivocally one of the foremost names in the realm of professional wrestling today. This dynamic not only augments the entire industry but also significantly enhances the product’s appeal, drawing increased viewership. Moreover, Punk holds a profound motivation to substantiate his eminence.”
Yo stop!!!! Just stop. Cm Punk will NEVER AND I MEAN NEVER be in the level of Roman Reigns. I would appreciate it if aew just focused on they trash company and stopped trying to compare to WWE. pic.twitter.com/eEkg0vu7PO
— Mr.IDGAF (@Po3ticDynasty) August 15, 2023
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He’s not even a mile stone close to Roman Reigns stardom level…
CM Punk ain’t even bringing in the numbers. Collison would lose a rating war to NXT if they where to go live on Saturday. Lol.
— Carlos (@Carlos1990KOC) August 15, 2023
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When Roman Reigns opens his mouth it benefits WWE. When CM Punk opens his mouth it benefits Twitter. Hope this helps. https://t.co/FH4IYTVjGx
— Greg the Yuppie (@GregYuppie) August 15, 2023
Concurrently, the online wrestling community has registered Dax’s proclamation, yet their sentiments appear to diverge from his perspective. According to many fans, Reigns retains the position of the paramount luminary in the contemporary wrestling panorama. Here’s an insight into the fans’ reactions:
CM Punk, in a gesture of commendation, has also voiced admiration for Roman Reigns. Following Reigns’ transformation into a heel persona upon his return in 2020, the wrestling realm was entranced by his character’s evolution—a sentiment shared by CM Punk, who articulated:
“Roman Reigns’ character evolution, his in-ring prowess—it’s an undeniable fusion of brilliance. Nonetheless, the irony remains that WWE often tends to arrive at pivotal decisions five or even ten years tardily. This dynamic should have been orchestrated from the inception, for an ardent endeavor was dedicated to projecting him as a face. Despite countless ‘Mania headline appearances, his crowning moments were rather elusive until the present juncture.”
In tandem, both CM Punk and Roman Reigns continue their ascent as formidable flagbearers of their respective promotions. The horizon may not project an intersection of their paths following their WWE tenure, but as the adage goes, “never say never.”
