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It's been seven years since CM Punk left WWE and to this day, the former WWE Champion is still being asked about a potential return to the company where he made all the noise as a professional wrestler.
Despite leaving WWE on bad terms, there is no denying the fact that CM Punk was regarded as one of the best to step foot into the company. An excellent performer inside the squared circle, Punk was equally outstanding on the microphone.
Throughout his years in WWE, CM Punk delivered some top-notch matches for the company. The former WWE Champion also often stole the show with his promo skills. One of the primary reasons why Punk's mic skills are so highly praised is due to his infamous pipebomb promo.
10 years later, CM Punk's infamous promo from Monday Night RAW remains a game-changer within the pro wrestling industry. Given that CM Punk is to ever return to WWE, one could certainly expect such groundbreaking promos from 'The Second City Saint' upon his comeback.
While there is absolutely zero talk of CM Punk returning to WWE, there is definitely no harm in looking at the potential reasons as to why Punk shouldn't come back for an inevitable WWE run.
With that being said, here are 5 reasons why CM Punk should return to WWE.
#5. CM Punk still has a strong fanbase within the WWE Universe
Despite CM Punk's departure from WWE seven years ago, the former world champion has maintained his stature as a fan favorite within the pro wrestling industry.
Chants of CM Punk are still quite commonly heard during WWE shows and even fans online seem to have a hold on their highest interest in the former WWE Champion.
One of the primary examples of CM Punk still being a fan favorite in the industry is the fans' desire to watch 'The Second City Saint' possibly sign with All Elite Wrestling. However, WWE fans themselves have made it known that they wouldn't mind the return of the former record-holding WWE Champion.
#4. There is a lot of fresh talent CM Punk could work with
Prior to his departure from WWE in 2014, CM Punk shared the stage with some of the very best Superstars who were a part of the roster at that point in time. Punk's matches against the likes of Seth Rollins, Dean Ambrose, and Roman Reigns proved that the former WWE Champion was easily capable of mixing it up with the newer generation of stars.
With that being said, a return to WWE for CM Punk could open up the door for him to share the ring with some of the absolute best Superstars he is yet to face. Matches against the likes of Kevin Owens, Johnny Gargano, Adam Cole, and Kyle O'Reilly have the potential to be some classic showdowns.
During his time as a professional wrestler, CM Punk proved why he was regarded as one of the most versatile in-ring performers of all time.
His ability to mix things up inside the squared circle was highly praised by many and given that Punk ever decided to return to WWE, then fans would certainly love to see him step into the ring with the Superstars of the modern generation.
#3. The current SmackDown roster is where CM Punk would perfectly fit
During the early stages of his WWE career, CM Punk had established himself as one of the most reputed Superstars on the blue brand. Punk's rivalries with the likes of The Undertaker, Rey Mysterio, and Jeff Hardy are some of the most memorable feuds of his career and are definitely worth looking back on.
The Straight Edge Society was also part of the SmackDown roster and during their short span, the group definitely made a lot of noise, courtesy of some incredible work from CM Punk.
The faction consisted of Punk, Serena Deeb, Luke Gallows, and Joey Mercury, and reflecting on the group's run, it goes on to show how important Punk was to the blue brand at one stage.
If CM Punk ever decides to make his return to WWE, then the current SmackDown is tailor-made for him. The blue brand currently consists of the likes of Roman Reigns, Seth Rollins, and Cesaro, who are leading the brand from the front.
Whereas the return of a veteran like Edge has also helped in adding star power to the SmackDown roster. Throwing CM Punk into the mix would guarantee some incredible storylines, given the consistency SmackDown has followed lately in terms of creativity.
#2. CM Punk can compete in multiple dream matches upon his return
A return to WWE would open the door to multiple dream matches for CM Punk. Despite having shared the ring with the likes of Seth Rollins, Edge, and Roman Reigns in the past, there would definitely be no harm if Punk engages in a potential feud with any of the aforementioned names.
With Edge's return to WWE, the company has guaranteed itself a legitimate veteran who is still loved by the WWE Universe and even fans on social media.
Meanwhile, a Superstar like Seth Rollins has evolved quite a lot over the past few years, especially since the dissolution of The Shield. A feud between Punk and Rollins has a lot of potential to it, knowing the fact that Rollins was the architect and the destroyer of The Shield. Whereas, CM Punk was the actual mastermind behind the idea of the group.
Lastly, a feud between Punk and the newer version of Roman Reigns certainly has money written all over it. The Tribal Chief hasn't missed a step since turning heel and has been absolutely top-notch as the Universal Champion and frontrunner for SmackDown.
While these are only a few likely scenarios that could set the stage for CM Punk's return to WWE, there are also a few dream matches out there for 'The Second City Saint'. Showdowns against the likes of AJ Styles, Bobby Lashley and Drew McIntyre are matches that WWE could take into consideration for Punk if he is to return.
#1. CM Punk gets the perfect send-off that he deserves
In 2014 when CM Punk departed from WWE, fans around the world were left stunned by his decision. Several members of the WWE Universe made it known that they weren't too pleased with the events that had transpired and there was also no surprise to the fact that Punk had left WWE on bad terms.
Shortly afterward, CM Punk himself revealed the differences he had with WWE that led to his departure from the company. With that being said, a return to WWE would also lead to the perfect send-off for Punk.
Knowing that 'The Second City Saint' is currently in his 40s, it would be quite unlikely for CM Punk to continue his professional wrestling career after another run with WWE.
Hence, the former WWE Champion will receive the perfect send-off and the get the perfect retirement, if he returns to WWE and decides to end his career on a high note with the company where he made all the name for himself at one point.
After all, given how much Punk has dedicated to the professional wrestling industry, he certainly deserves a proper farewell.
