Explore CM Punk’s journey in the UFC and WWE, from his successes and controversies to his surprising returns. Discover the highlights of his MMA and wrestling career.
| Event | Result |
|---|---|
| UFC 203 | First-round submission loss to Mickey Gall |
| UFC 225 | Loss to Mike Jackson (later overturned to no-contest) |
CM Punk’s UFC career faced criticism, but his courage to step into the Octagon deserves respect. After parting ways with WWE, he continued his wrestling journey with AEW before shocking fans with a return to WWE at Survivor Series.
CM Punk’s MMA and Wrestling Career
After a brief stint with the UFC, CM Punk’s professional MMA record stands at 0-1 with one no-contest. In December 2014, the UFC 181 event took place in Las Vegas, Nevada, featuring Robbie Lawler vs. Johny Hendricks as the main event. While the night had several exciting fights, the biggest buzz surrounded CM Punk, a renowned professional wrestling superstar who had signed with the UFC.
Unlike other fighters, CM Punk’s Octagon debut was delayed until September 2016. Unfortunately, his first fight didn’t go as planned, resulting in a first-round submission loss to Mickey Gall at UFC 203. Two years later, CM Punk returned for his second and final UFC fight, going the distance against Mike Jackson at UFC 225 but ultimately suffering another loss.
However, Jackson’s victory was later overturned to a no-contest due to a failed drug test for marijuana. Despite criticism, CM Punk’s decision to step into the Octagon and test himself deserves respect.
CM Punk’s Wrestling Career After WWE
Between 2021 and 2023, CM Punk continued his professional wrestling career with All Elite Wrestling (AEW) after parting ways with WWE in 2014. Initially, his relationship with AEW started strong but eventually encountered controversies, including backstage fights and creative differences.
Earlier this year, CM Punk surprised fans by parting ways with AEW, leading many to believe it was the end of his career. However, the 45-year-old wrestling legend shocked everyone by re-signing with WWE and making a surprise appearance at Survivor Series.
While WWE’s plans for CM Punk remain uncertain, his return has undoubtedly piqued the interest of professional wrestling fans.
