Three years ago, Cora Jade showcased immense potential at a young age, which led to her NXT Women’s Tag Team Championship win alongside Roxanne Perez a year after joining WWE.
However, on January 12, 2024, Jade suffered an injury while wrestling Lyra Valkyria at a live event, with reports suggesting she could be sidelined for up to a year.
Despite the setback, Jade underwent successful surgery, sharing a brief but hopeful message on Instagram: “slowly but surely.”
Jade, a known CM Punk enthusiast, received a visit from the Straight Edge Superstar himself, who recently suffered a triceps injury. Excited about the visit, Jade shared photos of their meeting on social media.
In a heartwarming moment, CM Punk encouraged Jade to appreciate her journey, advising her to “stop and reflect” when possible.
EXCLUSIVE: The newly returned @CoraJadeWWE receives some heartfelt encouragement from her childhood idol, @CMPunk. #NXTDeadline pic.twitter.com/WfOFqXOXsZ
— WWE (@WWE) December 10, 2023
This interaction took place during an interview where Jade expressed her admiration for Punk, her favorite wrestler of all time.
Although Cora Jade’s return to the ring may take some time, CM Punk remains active in WWE storylines, notably playing a significant role at WrestleMania XL and its aftermath on RAW.
