CM Punk Still Appears in AEW Collision’s Canadian TV Listing Despite WWE Return

One Big Thing

AEW Collision’s debut on Canada’s USA Network features an awkward oversight – CM Punk appears as the show’s featured star in the channel guide, months after his firing and WWE return.

Why It Matters

This mishap highlights the ongoing challenge AEW faces in separating itself from Punk’s influence, even though he’s now a prominent WWE superstar.

Key Details

• Bell Media’s Discovery Channel is rebranding to USA Network in Canada
• AEW Collision starts airing on USA Network Canada on January 1, 2024
• CM Punk appears as the sole featured star in the channel guide listing
• AEW fired Punk in September 2023
• Punk returned to WWE at Survivor Series 2023

Background

AEW Collision was originally built around CM Punk, with Tony Khan specifically arranging the roster to include wrestlers Punk wanted to work with. After his departure, the show has moved away from this format.

By the Numbers

• 4 months since Punk’s AEW firing
• 2 months since his WWE return
• 0 current connection between Punk and AEW

What’s Next

The channel guide graphic will likely be updated to feature current AEW talent, though no timeline has been announced for this change.

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