When comedian Bert Kreischer jumped the barricade during WWE Raw’s April 7th episode, wrestling fans witnessed one of the most unexpected moments in recent memory. What appeared to be a spontaneous fan intervention turned into an impromptu wrestling lesson, with CM Punk serving as the unlikely instructor for Kreischer’s first-ever chokeslam.
Triple H Initially Shut Down Kreischer’s Wrestling Dreams
During a recent appearance on “Raw Recap” with hosts Sam Roberts and Megan Morant, Kreischer pulled back the curtain on what really happened that night. The stand-up comic revealed he had actually pitched getting physical earlier in the evening, but WWE’s Chief Content Officer had other plans.
Triple H’s rejection of the original spot idea came as a relief to Kreischer’s wife, who likely preferred her husband stay safely in the audience. However, wrestling has a way of creating its own moments, and Austin Theory and Grayson Waller’s post-show beatdown of CM Punk would change everything.
Security Guard Encouragement Leads to Barricade Jump
The turning point came when Theory and Waller began taunting the crowd during their assault on Punk. Combined with encouragement from a WWE security guard, Kreischer found himself compelled to act despite having no formal wrestling training.
What started as a protective instinct quickly escalated into something much bigger. The comedian’s decision to remove his belt as a makeshift weapon showed he was prepared for anything, even though he admits he was completely out of his depth.
CM Punk’s Ring Psychology Masterclass
Once Kreischer made it over the barricade, CM Punk took control of the situation like the veteran he is. The Second City Saint recognized an opportunity to turn chaos into compelling television, guiding the comedian through what would become a memorable moment.
“So they take me over, and I just pull my belt off to defend myself. Because I don’t know what’s going to happen. I’m in way over my head…and all of a sudden, CM Punk’s like ‘Get in the ring…’ So I get in the ring, and he’s like ‘Can you chokeslam him?’ And I was like ‘I think so.'”
Punk’s quick thinking transformed what could have been an awkward situation into a crowd-pleasing spot. His ability to read the room and adapt on the fly demonstrates why he’s considered one of the best in-ring storytellers of his generation.
The Perfect Execution Under Pressure
The actual chokeslam execution showcased Punk’s leadership and Kreischer’s willingness to trust the process. With Punk providing the countdown and positioning, the comedian delivered not one but two chokeslams that had the crowd on their feet.
“And so he just put his throat in my hand, and I heard CM Punk go ‘One, two, BOOM!’ And brother, I will just say every man deserves to lose his virginity to the woman he loves, and to chokeslam a person from a different country. That’s all I’ll say.”
Kreischer’s colorful description of the experience captures the pure adrenaline rush that comes with stepping into the squared circle. His reference to chokeslamming “a person from a different country” – likely referring to Australia’s Grayson Waller – adds his signature comedic touch to the retelling.
When Real Life Creates Wrestling Magic
This incident perfectly illustrates how the best wrestling moments often happen when real emotion meets professional skill. Kreischer’s genuine desire to help, combined with Punk’s veteran instincts and Theory and Waller’s heel work, created something that no amount of scripting could have manufactured.
The fact that Triple H had initially vetoed any physical involvement makes the eventual outcome even more special. Sometimes the wrestling business has a way of writing its own stories, and when a comedian from Tampa becomes an unlikely hero with CM Punk as his mentor, you know you’ve witnessed something truly unique. What other unexpected celebrity moments would you like to see WWE embrace in the future?
