While there has been a great deal of interest in CM Punk's first UFC fight, since his quick defeat by Mickey Gall that interest has largely faded.
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Brock Lesnar and Bobby Lashley were able to successfully transition to MMA careers, but they were also able to win. Unless Punk decisively defeats his next opponent he will likely not be offered another chance to fight in the octagon.
Punk may soon be left with few career options to choose from, making a return to wrestling more likely.
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Christopher Scott Wagoner
Christopher Scott Wagoner is a writer from Austin, Texas in the United States. He is also a proud descendent of the Choctaw and Lakota people.
Chris has an English and Creative Writing degree, and is a published author with Simon and Schuster. He's ghost-written over eight million words in more than 500 books.
A long time wrestling fan, Chris is also a professional journalist who covers sports-entertainment. He's been writing for Sportskeeda since 2018.