WWE Superstar CM Punk, known as The Best in the World, encountered a humorous hiccup during his hosting debut at WrestleMania XL.
The incident unfolded during the pre-show, where Punk, alongside Michael Cole, Pat McAfee, and Big E, stumbled over his opening line, sparking laughter from his fellow hosts.
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Punk accidentally started by saying "You can't have Philadelphia in Philly…" and joked that he's started drinking 😂 pic.twitter.com/bmEhf6NVAk
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The mishap occurred as Punk attempted to deliver a line referencing his hometown, Philadelphia. Intending to say,
“You can’t have WrestleMania in Philly without Phil,”
he inadvertently twisted the words, proclaiming,
“You can’t have Philadelphia in Philly,”
much to the amusement of those present.
This lighthearted moment contrasted with Punk’s recent journey in the WWE, marked by disappointment due to a tricep injury sustained during the 2024 Royal Rumble Match.
Despite this setback, Punk had resolved to contribute to WrestleMania XL from the announcer’s table during key matches, including the World Heavyweight Championship clash between Seth Rollins and Drew McIntyre on Night Two.
Punk’s presence at WrestleMania XL has stirred speculation among fans, especially considering the ongoing verbal jabs exchanged between McIntyre, Rollins, and the sidelined Superstar.
Many enthusiasts had pondered whether Punk would have challenged Rollins for the coveted World Heavyweight Championship had he not been sidelined by injury.
Given the history of animosity and the unpredictability surrounding Punk’s character, anticipation mounts regarding the possibility of his involvement in the highly anticipated showdown between McIntyre and Rollins.
As the wrestling world eagerly awaits Night Two of WrestleMania XL, all eyes are on CM Punk, waiting to see if The Best in the World will make his mark on the grandest stage of them all.
