The ongoing CM Punk controversy over Money in the Bank match escalated when Seth Rollins criticized Punk’s involvement, saying Punk does not deserve a spot in the high-stakes WWE event. This comes after Rollins, along with Bronson Reed and Bron Breakker, interfered on Monday Night Raw to prevent Punk from entering the Money in the Bank Ladder Match, which takes place this Saturday.
Rollins and Allies Block Punk from Money in the Bank
Seth Rollins made headlines earlier this week by teaming up with Bronson Reed and Bron Breakker to cost CM Punk his opportunity to compete in the Money in the Bank Ladder Match. This action unfolded during the latest episode of Monday Night Raw, intensifying the tension between Rollins and Punk as the event draws near.
During an interview on the Up and Adams Show with Kay Adams, Rollins made his stance clear regarding CM Punk’s role in WWE. He stressed his long-standing disapproval of Punk, emphasizing that Punk’s participation would not be good for the organization. Rollins shared his views, reiterating both his past WrestleMania victory over Punk and his opposition to Punk being involved in the upcoming event.
“Yeah, we made sure [CM] Punk wasn’t in the Ladder Match. Punk is not good for what we do. Look, he’s a bad dude. I put it out there many times. He’s not a good dude. Yes, we made sure Punk wasn’t in this Money in the Bank Ladder Match. I beat him in the main event of WrestleMania. I don’t want him anywhere near this contract,”
—Seth Rollins, WWE Superstar
Rollins Justifies Exclusion of CM Punk
Rollins openly said that making sure Punk was excluded makes it easier to win, comparing the situation to giving NFL player Josh Allen an easier path to the Super Bowl. He argued that Punk’s presence would overshadow deserving talents and went as far as saying that he has dealt with Punk for long enough and believes Punk should not even be in consideration for the match.
“You know what? I bet Josh Allen would love an easy path to the Super Bowl. Absolutely [Yes, eliminating CM Punk makes the path easier to win the Money in the Bank Ladder Match.] Absolutely… Work smarter. Not harder. I’ve dealt with CM Punk. I’ve dealt with CM Punk for far too long. This guy shouldn’t even be in my wind space. I want him gone. I want him out of here. He doesn’t deserve a spot at a high-profile match like that,”
—Seth Rollins, WWE Superstar
Seth Rollins has already secured his own place in the Money in the Bank Ladder Match. The upcoming Premium Live Event, set for this Saturday, is expected to determine whether Rollins can claim another Money in the Bank victory, potentially becoming a two-time Mr. Money in the Bank.
Tensions Continue to Rise Ahead of Major WWE Event
Additional comments from Rollins during the interview showed just how deep his animosity toward CM Punk runs, even stating that he would refuse to team with Punk under any circumstances, including if it meant his beloved Chicago Bears could win a Super Bowl. Rollins also hinted that others in WWE harbor similar, or even stronger, negative feelings about Punk. As this high-profile feud unfolds, it becomes clear that the outcome of the Money in the Bank match could have lasting effects on the WWE locker room and the relationship between these top performers.
As fans anticipate the outcome, the controversy ensures that all eyes will be on the Money in the Bank event, with Rollins, Punk, and the rest of the WWE roster facing new rivalries and alliances in the ongoing saga of professional wrestling.
