During a recent interview promoting WWE Unreal, CM Punk and Rhea Ripley humorously commented on fellow wrestler Randy Orton’s aim to play Batman in the upcoming DC Universe film directed by James Gunn. The conversation naturally revolved around Orton’s changing physique and how it might fit into the roles within the Batman universe.
Playful Remarks About Orton’s New Physique and Potential Roles
In the Filmseal interview, Punk and Ripley reflected on Orton’s recent tweet about wanting to embody the character of Batman. They found the idea amusing, particularly since Orton has gained significant muscle mass. Punk jokingly suggested that instead of Batman, Orton might be better suited as Bane, given his larger build.
“Now I am just picturing Randy [Orton] as Batman.” —CM Punk
“Yeah!” —Rhea Ripley
“He’d be a cranky ass Batman.” —CM Punk
“They are going to need a massive suit for that man.” —Rhea Ripley
“Yeah!” —CM Punk
“They don’t need to add the muscle, though.” —Rhea Ripley
“He could play Bane at this point. He’s 500 pounds.” —CM Punk
Upcoming WWE Matches Involving Orton, Punk, and Ripley
Although the notion of Randy Orton becoming Batman remains speculative, he is set to showcase his “superhero” side at the upcoming SummerSlam Premium Live Event (PLE). Orton will partner with musician Jelly Roll in a Tag Team Match against Drew McIntyre and Logan Paul. Meanwhile, CM Punk is slated to challenge Gunther for the World Heavyweight Championship. Rhea Ripley will compete in a Triple Threat Match for the Women’s World Title, facing off against current champion Naomi and IYO SKY.
What This Means for WWE and Fans
The banter between CM Punk and Rhea Ripley offers a lighthearted glimpse into the camaraderie among WWE stars while tying in pop culture references like Batman and Bane. Randy Orton’s evolving physique and ambitions underscore the blending of wrestling personas and mainstream entertainment opportunities. Fans will be eager to see how these athletes perform both inside the ring and through potential crossover roles in film.
Our Reader’s Queries
Q. Did CM Punk apologize?
A. CM Punk said sorry to fans in Saudi Arabia for his wrong tweet before WWE Night of Champions. When Punk showed up at the WWE Night of Champions kickoff event, fans expressed their displeasure by booing him. A fan yelled a comment at him. Punk took a moment to reply and mentioned his earlier tweet about The Miz.
Q. Is CM Punk a millionaire?
A. Besides wrestling, he has accumulated $12 million, owns fancy houses, and donates to charities. He enjoys a quiet life with his wife, AJ Lee. In 2023, he faced a significant challenge when a fight in the AEW locker room resulted in his suspension and, eventually, his contract being terminated.
Q. Was CM Punk actually hurt?
A. Although Punk’s fall seemed genuine, it was planned in advance. In contrast, McIntyre got truly injured and needed 16 stitches.
Q. Why doesn’t CM Punk talk to his brother?
A. CM Punk’s brother, Mike Broox, shares how he took money from the Lunatic Wrestling Federation. This incident caused their relationship to fall apart more than twenty years ago.
