Jack Perry had a physical altercation with CM Punk at the AEW All-In event held in August 2023. According to a compilation of reports from various media outlets, Perry was angered that CM Punk refused to let him use real glass in a spot during an AEW Collision. At AEW All In, Perry confronted Hook for the FTW Championship and at one point touched the glass of a car and threw a message to Punk on screen: “Go cry in the river.”
This situation led to a backstage brawl erupting when Jack Perry returned. Some wrestlers, guests, and staff watched what happened, but have not been allowed to speak until now. The story ended with the firing of CM Punk and a suspension for Jack Perry, who has not returned to AEW’s programming since. According to a renowned journalist, Tony Khan is mad at Perry, and so are the fans.
Jack Perry incurs the wrath of Tony Khan
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Dave Meltzer, journalist for Wrestling Observer, spoke about Jack Perry’s current situation and said that, despite still being under contract with All Elite Wrestling, Tony Khan continues to be angry with him because the situation he caused led to the firing of CM Punk. “Perry has not been fired by AEW, but there is still tension between him and Tony Khan. Essentially, Tony is really mad at him because he cost him CM Punk, so he’s getting the blame.” Meltzer further added, “He probably should have been suspended for a month or two. Where are we at? Seven months now? It’s ridiculous. Punishment doesn’t fit the crime at this point. I mean, it’s like it’s his fault because the other guy lost his mind?”
Bryan/Dave on Observer Radio say that Jack Perry is iced but has absolutely not been fired by AEW. They're just not using him.
Essentially, Tony Khan’s really mad at Perry because he cost him CM Punk. He's getting the blame for what happened at Wembley.
Dave says Jack should… pic.twitter.com/UXTFYddu5U
— Drainmaker 🌧️ 💵 (@DrainBamager) March 19, 2024
Despite being absent from All Elite Wrestling, Jack Perry has started an interesting career in Japan. He debuted in New Japan pro wrestling in January during the Battle in The Valley show. In March, he was revealed as one of the participants in the New Japan Cup tournament and joined the House of Torture faction. However, it seems like fans are still mad at Perry.
Fans want the Jungle Boy fired
CM Punk is a fan favorite and every wrestling promotion knows that. Despite his tumultuous reputation, his fans are very loyal to him. So it’s no wonder that they believe that the current WWE alone shouldn’t have faced the brunt. Taking to Twitter, they took no time to voice out their opinion.
This WWE fan loved that Punk’s back in the WWE but still thinks Perry should’ve been fired.
Just fire that bum lol thanks to him we got punk back in wwe though can’t hate on that
— Doomzday (@Doomzdaythegrrr) March 19, 2024
One fan believes that Perry is being held hostage.
Bruh, just fire Jack. I don’t like him but holding him hostage to spite him is nuts!
— Gee (@Ooooh_Gerry) March 19, 2024
This fan believes that the wrong guy has been fired.
Seems like they fired the wrong guy. Nobody misses jungle jabroni meanwhile punk was their biggest draw
— A-Rob (@rto_dto21) March 19, 2024
Another fan believes that Perry is to be blamed for Punk no longer being a part of AEW.
If Perry was fired punk would still be working for aew
— Ringrustcollectibles (@RingRust780) March 19, 2024
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A simple question by a confused fan as to why only Punk was fired.
Why not just fire Perry?
— Christopher Muzzi (@notmarkwrestlin) March 19, 2024
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Well, the fans are surely rallied against Perry. But WWE fans would be thankful to the Jungle Boy instead. After all, the Cult of Personality is a major attraction. And with rumors of a role in WrestleMania and SummerSlam return, Punk too seems happy being back home. What do you think? Should Perry be fired? Let us know in the comments!
