CM Punk asks Drew McIntyre 'who chose you', taking a shot on Vince McMahon

CM Punk is known for his sharp tongue and no-holds-barred approach, stirred the pot yet again with a pointed reference to the embattled former CEO of WWE, Vince McMahon. The controversial moment unfolded during the March 25th episode of Monday Night Raw, sending shockwaves through the backstage corridors of WWE.

In the wake of a recent lawsuit filed against McMahon, which contained disturbing allegations of sexual assault and misconduct, the wrestling world has been treading cautiously around any mention of the disgraced figure. McMahon’s abrupt resignation from all duties with TKO and WWE only heightened the sensitivity surrounding his name.

CM Punk in a heated promo with Dre McIntyre asks him who said him to be “the chosen one”

Yet, CM Punk, never one to shy away from controversy, seized the moment during a fiery exchange with Drew McIntyre. In a cutting remark aimed at McIntyre’s early WWE career, Punk questioned the notion of McIntyre being “the chosen one” and provocatively asked, “Who chose you? What was his name, huh?”

The mention of McMahon’s role in McIntyre’s rise to prominence drew a stunned silence from those backstage at WWE Raw. The unexpected reference to the disgraced former CEO left many in disbelief, with murmurs of surprise echoing through the arena.

However, despite the initial shock, reports indicate that there was no fallout or backlash directed at Punk for his bold choice of words. Both PWInsider Elite and Fightful Select confirmed that the promo segment proceeded as planned, with no backstage issues arising afterward.

While Punk’s reference to McMahon may have caught many off guard, it underscores his reputation for pushing boundaries and injecting raw authenticity into his performances. As the wrestling world continues to grapple with the fallout from the lawsuit and McMahon’s resignation, Punk’s daring move serves as a reminder of his ability to provoke thought and stir emotions, even in the most sensitive of circumstances.

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