CM Punk Open to Starting New WWE Faction, Focuses on SummerSlam Return

One big thing: CM Punk doesn’t rule out leading another WWE faction

CM Punk, set for his in-ring return at SummerSlam 2024, has left the door open for potentially leading a new faction in WWE.

• Punk led two notable factions in his previous WWE run: the Straight Edge Society and The Nexus.
• In a recent interview, Punk said: “I am not going to say no, never say never … I don’t see it happening in the foreseeable future, but you never know what is going to happen.”
• His immediate focus is on his SummerSlam match against Drew McIntyre, with Seth Rollins as special guest referee.

Why it matters

Punk’s return to WWE has been a major storyline, and his potential to form a new faction could significantly impact the company’s programming and storylines.

By the numbers

• 2: Number of major factions Punk has led in WWE
• 7: Months since Punk’s WWE return at Survivor Series 2023
• 1: Week until Punk’s SummerSlam match against Drew McIntyre

The big picture

While Punk isn’t ruling out leading another faction, he’s currently focused on his in-ring return after a triceps injury at the Royal Rumble.

What’s next

All eyes are on SummerSlam, where Punk will face McIntyre in what’s expected to be a high-stakes match.

What potential WWE superstars would you like to see in a CM Punk-led faction? Share your thoughts in the comments below!