CM Punk is gearing up for an exciting return to WWE as part of the promotion’s annual Live Holiday Tour. Following his Hell in a Cell match at WWE’s Bad Blood, Punk announced a brief hiatus on “WWE Raw” but is confirmed to make his comeback on December 26 at Madison Square Garden, a historic venue in his WWE career.
CM Punk to Make His WWE Return at Madison Square Garden
According to PWInsider, Punk will appear alongside major WWE superstars like Drew McIntyre, WWE World Heavyweight Champion Gunther, WWE Women’s World Champion Liv Morgan, Seth Rollins, and Rey Mysterio. This Madison Square Garden show marks a special moment for Punk, as he first returned to WWE at the same venue on December 26 last year, where he defeated Dominik Mysterio.
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Fans can also expect Punk to make waves at the upcoming Royal Rumble on February 1, 2025. WWE has already featured him on the event’s poster, signaling an essential role for “The Second City Saint” in WrestleMania season. Since his WWE comeback, Punk has competed in three televised matches, all against Drew McIntyre, coming out as the victor in their trilogy.
Punk’s return has been one of WWE’s most anticipated moments, and with his confirmed appearances at the Holiday Tour and the 2025 Royal Rumble, he’s set to be a focal point of the company’s storylines in the new year. Be sure to mark your calendars as Punk re-enters the ring at Madison Square Garden on December 26!