CM Punk has finally gotten his super hot ego cooled off at SummerSlam 2024. He gave Drew Mclntyre a tough time on the live shows and PLE and somehow didn’t suffer any consequences for his actions, leaving his rival fuming in rage. Nevertheless, it was the Scotsman’s turn to return the favor to the PLE. Tonight on Raw, the Second City Saint came in front of the crowd and cut a confident promo as if nothing went wrong for him.

However, to change up things for a bit, the former AEW star started his speech off by heaping congratulations on the UFC Welterweight Champion Belal Muhammad. What’s the hook behind it? Let’s scoop out.

CM Punk heaped praise on Belal Muhammad for his latest feat

CM Punk has had a futile career in MMA. He responded to his heart’s calling by entering the Octagon but soon realized his limited potential with the sport. Despite the stint being significantly short and non-productive, Punk came close with some MMA entities whom he developed a good rapport with. One of them was Belal Muhammad. The 36-year-old got the chance to spar with Punk during their tenure together and the camaraderie went beyond. He gave a shout-out to Punk on Instagram, saying his dad was all into the WWE star throughout his life. Now, Punk gave him back the love and appreciation after the UFC star’s accomplishment recently.

Belal Muhammed triumphed over Leon Edwards to clinch the welterweight title at UFC 304. Post which he earned acclaim from the combat sports community, including the Second City Saint.

The UFC star quickly noticed it and sent an endearing message to his closest paul.

We will see if the references get stretched out more in the coming weeks. However, the Best in the World quickly took his focus back to the basics, his approach to his shattering SummerSlam forestall and the path forward.

CM Punk is already looking forward to his WrestleMania expedition

CM Punk didn’t lose his mojo. At least, that is what he has shown to the world. The former AEW star came to the ring with his usual over-the-top persona and showed gratitude for his injury recovery. He said he was happy to be back before the stipulated nine months. Although a tough sob called Drew Mclntyre caught him off guard in Cleveland last Sunday, he’s still standing. And today he came to settle the dust with his arch nemesis once again.

The controversial superstar noted that his WrestleMania journey started from here (SummerSlam) while most people initiated to walk on that path after January. He called out the Scotsman and ended up having a tiff with a furious Seth Rollins. A belligerent segment followed.

It will be a thing to watch out for what Punk brings to the table at WrestleMania 41 after the unfortunate miss out last year.What’s your take on CM Punk giving flowers to his old MMA colleague Belal Muhammed? Let us know in the comments.