CM Punk Praised as “Mentor” by AEW Champion Amid Tony Khan Beef

CM Punk and AEW were two things that people felt was a match made in heaven. However, reality showcased a different shade of things. We all know that the Best in the World returned to professional wrestling after seven years with AEW. His desire to engage and elevate himself and other wrestlers seemed like an enticing prospect as he came in without any baggage in a new setting.

Despite his ugly exit, CM Punk is noted for having a strong connection with his coworkers at this promotion. Having established himself as one of the finest wrestlers of his generation, his stature in the locker room remained high. That meant he would be a figurehead responsible for advice and mentorship for young wrestlers. One of these rookie wrestlers who received positive feedback from Punk was MJF.

We all know MJF is a fan favorite because he exudes charm, but it appears that he learned a lot from the greatest. He was recently featured on The Wrestling Classic YouTube Channel, where he discussed his relationship with CM Punk. He discussed how they had a wonderful feud on AEW Dynamite and how he learned a lot from him throughout this program. The former AEW Champion also mentioned that there was heat between them. However, the animosity between the pair gave birth to new knowledge for former AEW World champion

MJF stated in the interview, “I think I would use the word mentor through hate. So I was mentored by probably two of the most intelligent guys in the business. One was through love and one was through hate.” This was not the first time MJF praised the former WWE Champion. The AEW star had previously described him as a very talented wrestler.

MJF believes CM Punk’s talent complements his standing in pro wrestling

When CM Punk returned to WWE, he astonished everyone in the wrestling business, even the Salt of the Earth. After some time had passed after this huge return of Punk in the promotion, MJF discussed it in one of his interviews, stating that Punk is talented and that he has learned a lot from him during their time at AEW.

MJF also added in the interview that he is really glad for his old arch-opponent and hopes that the Second City Saint will have a lot of excellent bouts in the future since it would only benefit the business and boost other stars. What are your thoughts on MJF’s revelations about CM Punk? Tell us in the comments.