At a WWE live event held in Fort Myers, Florida on Tuesday night, CM Punk drew attention by trolling Kevin Nash, directly addressing criticisms Nash had made about him recently. This incident, centering on CM Punk’s wardrobe choices in the ring, reignited interest in their well-known rivalry and highlighted the ongoing drama within the world of professional wrestling, especially as Punk prepares for a major title defense.
CM Punk Responds to Kevin Nash’s Critique During WWE Holiday Tour
During WWE’s annual Holiday Tour stop in Fort Myers, CM Punk defended his World Heavyweight Championship against Bronson Reed in the headline match. At the start of this much-anticipated contest, Punk theatrically teased removing his outer shirt, only to reveal a second T-shirt underneath once the crowd’s anticipation had built. This playful gesture appeared to be a direct reference to criticism Nash had made about Punk previously wrestling in a shirt.
A fan in attendance captured the moment, posting,
“CM PUNK TROLLING KEVIN NASH LMFAOOO During tonight’s #WWEFortMyers he took off his shirt revealing to have another one underneath lmao 😂😂😭😭 pic.twitter.com/ia3FsIYIEV”
— Teffo (@Teffo_01)
This incident quickly gained traction among fans and on social media, adding to the spectacle of the night and showing Punk’s willingness to confront detractors in a tongue-in-cheek fashion, while engaging the WWE audience in Fort Myers.
Background on Nash’s Comments and Ongoing Rivalry
Kevin Nash, a notable figure in WWE history, had previously commented on his podcast about Punk’s performance on the December 22 edition of WWE Raw. Nash singled out Punk’s decision to wrestle in a T-shirt and criticized the pace of his in-ring work, suggesting that Punk no longer appears at his peak. On his “Kliq This” podcast, Nash remarked,
Image of: CM Punk
“I watched Punk in the main event of that match last Monday. Number one: if you’re the Heavyweight Champion of the WWE and you wrestle in a T-shirt — ouch,”
and further added,
“Number two: his punches looked really slow. He looked slow. I think it’s time for him, I think he’s done. I think Bron should beat him.”
— Kevin Nash, Kliq This Podcast
The personal history between Nash and Punk stretches back to their on-screen rivalry from 2011 when they clashed during a memorable WWE storyline. This recent jab from Punk cleverly revives old tensions and keeps their history in fans’ minds.
Anticipation Builds for Title Match Amid Media Buzz
The timing of this incident comes just days before CM Punk is set to defend his World Heavyweight Championship against rising star Bron Breakker. The high-profile title match is scheduled for the January 5, 2026, episode of WWE Raw in Brooklyn, New York, and will feature a crossover with the popular Netflix series Stranger Things. The increased attention from Punk’s antics and Nash’s criticism has only intensified interest in the upcoming main event.
Significance and What’s Ahead
CM Punk’s bold approach in addressing Kevin Nash’s critique by playing to the crowd and social media highlights the performative, self-aware side of WWE entertainment. As anticipation grows for the Punk vs. Breakker title bout, fans are eager to see how these ongoing storylines will unfold in Brooklyn, especially with the added intrigue of media crossovers and high-profile rivalries. This public exchange not only keeps both wrestlers in the spotlight but also reinforces the unpredictable drama that defines professional wrestling’s appeal.
CM PUNK TROLLING KEVIN NASH LMFAOOO During tonight's #WWEFortMyers he took off his shirt revealing to have another one underneath lmao 😂😂😭😭 pic.twitter.com/ia3FsIYIEV
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