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The upcoming All Out pay-per-view could turn out to be the biggest event since AEW's inception. With the entire match card almost unveiled, fans will be in for a delight to watch some high-profile matches on the show.
The match between CM Punk and Darby Allin will be a mouth-watering clash for die-hard wrestling fans. Moreover, it will be The Straight Edge Superstar's first match back in seven years.
CM Punk took the internet by storm when he made his earth-shattering AEW debut on Rampage a few weeks ago. The Second City Saint justified his absence but at the same time chose Darby Allin as his first opponent.
Despite the storyline lacking proper build, the prospect of seeing CM Punk back in the squared circle has itself created a plethora of excitement among fans. There are a few different routes that the company could choose to finish this highly-anticipated bout.
With that in mind, let's dive into five possible finishes for the match between CM Punk and Darby Allin.
#5 AEW star Darby Allin executes Coffin Drop to defeat CM Punk clean
It could be a long shot, but AEW Star Darby Allin defeating CM Punk clean in the middle of the ring would spark massive discussion among the wrestling world.
There's no doubt that fans will be extremely excited to see The Straight Edge Superstar back inside the squared circle. However, being away from in-ring competition for seven years is a long time, which makes it very much possible for someone to lose a step in the ring. Having him on the losing side and then gaining victories would gradually build his momentum moving forward.
CM Punk has achieved everything there is to offer in the professional wrestling world. He still holds the mystique to create buzz and anticipation like no other wrestler.
However, the former WWE superstar has entered a phase where there's a responsibility to pave the way for the younger generation to succeed.
Ever since losing his AEW TNT Championship, Darby Allin has hardly lost a match against anyone. It would be in AEW's best interest to invest in his momentum.
Moreover, CM Punk may not gain as much from getting a victory as Darby Allin could get. A win over a bonafide star like Punk may place Allin among the company's top superstars moving forward.
#4 AEW star Sting accidentally costs Darby Allin the match
The upcoming AEW All Out pay-per-view could very well be the time and place for Sting and Darby Allin to tease their dissension. There's no doubt the duo has been entertaining ever since the company paired them up.
But what's the endgame here for both face-painted superstars? If we turn back the clock, the mentor-student relationship has eventually turned into a full-blown rivalry. Triple H and Seth Rollins gave one of the best mentor-student rivalries in recent memory.
AEW hasn't chosen this route since its inception. However, that could change if Sting accidentally costs Darby Allin against CM Punk. At this point in time, CM Punk is a clear favorite. But the company could initiate a whole new angle by pulling off this outcome.
Sting is in incredible shape and could embark on a singles run moving forward. The Icon facing Darby Allin down the road could be the perfect passing of the torch moment. The storyline could turn Darby Allin from a rising mid-card star to one of the company's top wrestlers.
#3 AEW star Darby Allin turns heel after losing the match to CM Punk
One shouldn't rule out the possibility of seeing Darby Allin turning heel during or after the match with CM Punk.
Darby Allin will be heading into the biggest match of his career, and he's certainly laser-focused to pin CM Punk in the middle of the ring. However, The Straight Edge Superstar could quickly crush his momentum.
In the aftermath, AEW star CM Punk could end up taking a beatdown from Allin. As exciting as the match sounds, it is essentially a babyface vs. babyface feud. Turning Darby Allin into a sadistic heel would do wonders for him moving forward.
Sting could also be left in a state of shock, and Allin could turn on him too if the legendary Icon tries to stop him.
Fans have never witnessed Darby Allin as a full-blown heel. But this could be an opportunity to spice up his character.
#2 AEW star CM Punk uses heel tactics to defeat Darby Allin
CM Punk as a heel in AEW could make for some interesting storytelling down the line. He has always been a creative genius for elevating his character from time to time. Some of his successful years in WWE came when The Straight Edge Superstar portrayed a heel role.
Punk could distract the referee, use weapons, be it a chair or take a knuckle out of his pocket to take Darby Allin down. However, CM Punk neither has to be a heel nor a babyface in AEW. Given that he's wrestling after a gap of almost seven years, the former WWE superstar will be hell-bent on picking up his first victory since 2014.
At his age, CM Punk could play the role of a tweener. Such a screwy finish would act as a momentum-builder for his character. It may even give us chapter two between Darby Allin and CM Punk at AEW Full Gear.
#1 CM Punk wins clean by delivering Go To Sleep maneuver on Darby Allin
If we take aside all the unexpected swerves discussed before, the company could simply have a clean finish with CM Punk winning the match after Darby Allin pushes him to his limit.
Both men could lay their entire arsenal on display and tear the house down in an impressive action-packed contest. Given this is a first-time encounter, it doesn't necessarily have to be a shocking finish.
AEW Star CM Punk could deliver his thunderous 'Go To Sleep' maneuver at the end to seal the victory. The Straight Edge Superstar could even put Darby Allin over by raising his hand after the match. It would be a fitting way to close their one-off feud then and there.
