Former WWE writer Vince Russo has proposed a new role for CM Punk at WrestleMania 40, suggesting that the wrestling icon should step away from the commentary headset and instead serve as the special guest referee.
CM Punk, known as The Second-City Saint, recently made a memorable appearance on Monday Night RAW in his hometown of Chicago.
Engaging in a promo battle with Drew McIntyre and Seth Rollins, Punk found himself at the center of speculation regarding his potential involvement at WrestleMania.
McIntyre hinted that Punk’s closest chance at a ‘Mania moment this year could be joining the commentary team, while Rollins suggested Punk’s injured arm precluded him from serving as a special guest referee for the World Heavyweight Championship match.
However, Vince Russo, speaking on The Brand, emphasized that Punk’s ideal role at WrestleMania should be as the guest referee for the clash between Rollins and McIntyre.
“Is it not right in front of their [WWE] face that Punk needs to be the guest referee, bro? That’s the freaking story!”
Russo exclaimed.
Russo further elaborated that if he were in a position of authority, he would have Adam Pearce, the RAW General Manager, announce Punk as the guest referee, emphasizing the significance of the storyline.
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Meanwhile, WWE Hall of Famer Rob Van Dam has expressed interest in facing CM Punk at WrestleMania 41. Social media buzzed with speculation, suggesting potential matchups involving Punk, Van Dam, and even Triple H.
Van Dam’s endorsement of these ideas on social media indicates his openness to the possibility of facing off against Punk and other wrestling icons at The Showcase of the Immortals.
As anticipation builds for WrestleMania, fans eagerly await confirmation of Punk’s role in the upcoming event, whether as a guest referee or in a high-profile match against legendary opponents. Only time will tell how Punk’s WrestleMania journey unfolds on The Grandest Stage of Them All.
