Tony Khan Addresses CM Punk’s WWE Return in Exclusive Interview
In a recent interview with the BBC’s Steve Hermon, AEW President Tony Khan finally broke his silence on CM Punk’s shocking return to WWE at Survivor Series. While many wrestling enthusiasts expected AEW to address the issue, the promotion has maintained a significant silence, and Khan’s comments shed light on the reasons behind their reserved stance.
Khan, responding to Hermon’s inquiry about CM Punk’s return to WWE, cited legal constraints as the primary reason for his limited commentary on the matter. “Can’t talk about that, nor do I think it’s the time and the place. I appreciate you asking; I’m very excited about AEW All In at Wembley Stadium. Not to dodge your question, but it’s not something I can legally talk about.”
I had the chance to chat to #AEW owner Tony Khan about #AEWAllIn 2024 at Wembley Stadium ahead of tickets going on sale this week.
I’ll post the full interview tomorrow but we covered lots of topics, including Sting, Will Ospreay, Fulham FC and I had to ask about #CMPunk… pic.twitter.com/1k2Jd5k5qh
— Steve Hermon (@SteveHermon) November 26, 2023
The wrestling community has been abuzz with discussions about CM Punk’s return, flooding Tony Khan with inquiries regarding the Second City Saint’s WWE comeback. CM Punk recently inked a long-term deal with WWE just before the Survivor Series Premium Live Event and is set to make an appearance on this week’s episode of Monday Night RAW. Fans are eagerly anticipating the unfolding of Punk’s WWE journey.
As the wrestling world eagerly awaits AEW’s official stance on CM Punk’s return to WWE, Tony Khan’s careful choice of words in the interview underscores the legal intricacies surrounding the matter. Despite the excitement among fans, it appears that AEW is navigating this situation cautiously, possibly to avoid legal complications. The wrestling community remains on the edge of their seats, curious about how CM Punk’s return to WWE will impact the larger landscape of professional wrestling.