CM Punk’s move to WWE SmackDown has quickly changed the brand. The reigning Undisputed WWE Champion joined after winning gold on RAW. Now, WWE Hall of Famer AJ Styles shared his thoughts. He explained why Punk’s arrival has helped SmackDown already.
A few weeks ago, CM Punk returned during WWE RAW. The show took place in his hometown of Chicago. Punk replaced Cody Rhodes in the championship match there. He defeated Sami Zayn to win the Undisputed WWE Championship.
Punk later moved over to WWE SmackDown soon after. Reports claimed the move balanced both WWE rosters better. USA Network had also reportedly requested Punk’s move earlier. Since arriving, Punk has become WWE SmackDown’s biggest attraction already.
AJ Styles praises CM Punk’s impact on WWE SmackDown
Reports have claimed that Punk was moved to WWE SmackDown primarily to balance out the rosters and at the specific request of the USA Network. With Punk now becoming one of the major star of the blue brand. Styles who was face of the brand a few years ago have explained how Punk move to WWE SMackDown helps the brand.
Speaking on The Phenomenally Retro Podcast, AJ Styles’ podcast host Tony Giles praised Punk’s impact. Styles agreed and praised Punk’s incredible star power. He said, “This just goes to show the star power of CM Punk, and that’s the reason why they put the championship on him. He brings in a crowd it’s just what he does.”
“He gets on that mic, and dude, he just shreds. He’s just that good. In the WWE, if you can’t cut a promo, you’re in trouble if you want to be successful. Not many people do it as well as Punk when it comes to the mic.” [H/T: Fightful]
Punk’s move has also created several fresh rivalries on SmackDown. He is currently feuding with Cody Rhodes before SummerSlam. Punk will defend his title against Rhodes at SummerSlam. The event takes place in Minneapolis on August 1 and 2.
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