CM Punk, who developed numerous connections during his time in AEW, recently sent a humorous birthday wish to Danhausen, a longtime friend despite the former’s departure from the promotion. Known as Mr. Nice Mr. Very Evil, Danhausen has been on an extended break from AEW, but his close bond with CM Punk has remained strong.
Their friendship, which formed throughout Punk’s AEW tenure up until 2023, continues to draw attention as the duo frequently appears together publicly and interacts on social media. To mark Danhausen’s birthday, CM Punk posted a playful message on his Instagram stories, jokingly referring to Danhausen as a persistent fan who shows up at every hotel where he stays.
Happy birthday to this random fan that always shows up at my hotel (please stop)
Reflections on CM Punk’s Current Wrestling Phase
Since returning to WWE in 2023, CM Punk has entered a late stage in his celebrated wrestling career. While still a popular figure among fans, some voices within the wrestling community have commented on whether his best wrestling days lie behind him. Former WWE superstar Matt Riddle voiced his perspective, acknowledging Punk’s continued activity in the ring but questioning his current fighting ability.
“He’s killing it. He’s wrestling. He’s staying active. He’s staying busy. And his fans seem to love it. So, I have no ill will toward the man. I just don’t think he’s, well, good at fighting. I think his better days of wrestling are way behind him. And that’s not a knock. I’ll tell you this, I’m not getting that much better or faster or stronger. And I can tell you he’s definitely not either, especially with all the botches, you know,” Riddle said.
Upcoming WWE Clash in Paris and CM Punk’s Title Defense
CM Punk is set to compete in a Fatal 4-Way match for the World Heavyweight Championship at the WWE Clash in Paris event. His opponents will include LA Knight, Jey Uso, and the reigning champion Seth “Freakin” Rollins. This match presents an opportunity for Punk to regain the title he previously lost to Rollins in just five minutes at SummerSlam 2025.
The outcome of this high-profile contest will significantly impact Punk’s standing in WWE, potentially affirming whether he can still perform at the pinnacle or if his in-ring prime has definitively passed. Fans and analysts alike will closely watch Punk’s performance in this critical championship bout.
