Report: Samoa Joe Tops List of AEW Talent Set to Be CM Punk’s First Rivalry Upon Return at Collision Debut Show

Tony Khan is ready with the debut of AEW Collision which will happen on June 17th, 2023. One of the major highlights of the show would be the returning CM Punk. The ‘Best in the World’ was out of action for nearly a year, as he was recovering from an injury. However, amidst his return to AEW, fans want to know with who he will start a feud.

There are a series of new opponents on the AEW roster which he is yet to face after debuting in 2021. 

Who will CM Punk feud with after his AEW return?

After being out for nearly ten months CM Punk is returning to AEW on June 17th, on Collision. The new show will have a new beginning for All Elite Wrestling as they will now feature twice on television. However, all eyes will be on one of the company’s major draws i.e. CM Punk. 

For the past few weeks, there were rumors of him returning and Chris Jericho being his first opponent. But that’s not the case as the recent report of Fightful Select shared it will be ‘The Switchblade’ Jay White.

The report stated, “Originally we’re told there were heavy pitches for Chris Jericho to work with CM Punk, but we haven’t heard anything new on that front for quite some time. Fightful reported that Samoa Joe vs. CM Punk was planned at one point, which we have heard was still in the works.”

It added, “However, of late, word is that CM Punk has taken a liking to the work of Switchblade Jay White, and that he could be an early opponent or program with CM Punk along with Bullet Club Gold.”

There is no doubt Punk vs Jericho and Punk vs Samoa Joe could be classics. 

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Nevertheless, his feud with White will be a notable one and it will surely elevate the former NJPW star in AEW. Moreover, Punk will also be heavily involved in the creative department of the Collision brand.

Things AEW kept in mind for the brand split 

After the debut of AEW Collision, there will be two brands in the company. Tony Khan has taken several things under consideration to draft AEW wrestlers on either Dynamite or Collision. 

As per Fightful Select, “AEW has taken measures to make sure as much talent that do have issues with Punk (or other talent, for that matter) are kept separately as a part of the brand split.”

What are your thoughts on CM Punk’s new opponent? Do you think Jay White is the perfect opponent for Punk post-return or will Samoa Joe make a better rival? Share your thoughts below in the comments.

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