Should WWE Give CM Punk a Call? Plus: AEW 'All Out’ and WWE 'Payback’ Preview. | The Masked Man Show
Aug 31, 2023
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Former WWE wrestler CM Punk and unknown guest Jack Perry's backstage scuffle and its potential impact at AEW 'All Out'; AEW 'All Out' and WWE 'Payback' event predictions discussed by the hosts.
The potential ending of the Judgment Day faction and Damien Priest becoming the World Heavyweight Champion and Tag Team Champion could lead to significant changes within the group.
Kevin Owens' rib injury adds unpredictability and may influence the storytelling and actions in the Steel City Street Fight match.
The podcast discusses the potential return of CM Punk to WWE and explores his options if he doesn't return to wrestling.
Deep dives
Kevin Owens and Sammy Zayn vs Finn Balor and Damian Priest for the Tag Team Championship
Kevin Owens and Sammy Zayn will face Finn Balor and Damian Priest in a Steel City Street Fight for the tag team championship at WWE Payback. There has been tension and dissension within the Judgment Day group, with J.D. McDonough at the center of the conflict. While the outcome is uncertain, it seems that the Judgment Day team may come out on top, considering their ongoing storyline and the potential for a significant shift in power.
The Importance of the Judgment Day in the Match
The presence of the Judgment Day group adds an extra layer of significance to the match. With Rhea Ripley emphasizing that all the gold must be brought back, there could be potential storyline implications depending on the outcome. It is possible that Payback may mark the end of the Judgment Day faction, with Damien Priest potentially becoming the World Heavyweight Champion and Tag Team Champion, leading to changes within the group.
Uncertainty Surrounding Kevin Owens' Injury
Kevin Owens appeared to have suffered a rib injury in a previous match, which could affect the outcome of the Steel City Street Fight. However, it remains unclear if the injury was legitimate or simply a selling tactic. Nevertheless, the injury adds an element of unpredictability to the match and might influence the storytelling and actions of the wrestlers involved.
The Possibility of CM Punk Returning to WWE
The podcast episode speculates on the potential for CM Punk to return to WWE. The hosts discuss whether WWE would be interested in bringing him back and the potential role he could play in the company. They also consider the possibility of AEW no longer wanting to work with Punk and explore other career options he might pursue if he doesn't return to wrestling.
Predictions for WWE Pay-Per-View
The hosts make predictions for the upcoming WWE pay-per-view event. They discuss various matches and express their thoughts on the potential outcomes. They debate about potential winners and losers, including the US Championship match between Rey Mysterio and Austin Theory, the TBS Championship match between Ruby Soho and Kris Statlander, and the World Championship match between Seth Rollins and Shinsuke Nakamura. They also speculate on potential surprises or interference that could occur during the matches.
David and Kazeem are back as always to discuss all things wrestling, including both the real conflicts backstage and the scripted stories in the ring. Today’s topics include:
CM Punk and Jack Perry’s backstage scuffle and what the potential impact from CM Punk’s second confrontation at AEW may be (01:00)
