After securing the Women’s Royal Rumble victory on January 31st at the Royal Rumble PLE in Las Vegas, Liv Morgan spoke out boldly about her faction-mate Dominik Mysterio and World Heavyweight Champion CM Punk. Morgan last eliminated Tiffany Stratton with an Oblivion, earning her the chance to challenge either the WWE Women’s Champion or the Women’s World Champion at WrestleMania 42.
Following her win, Morgan discussed a celebratory phone call she shared with Mysterio, expressing enthusiasm for their alliance as his injury sidelines him from active competition for now.
Liv Morgan Defends Dominik Mysterio, Criticizes CM Punk
Dominik Mysterio, currently out with an injury, holds the WWE Intercontinental Championship and is Morgan’s Judgement Day faction partner and storyline boyfriend. In a conversation with Sam Roberts, Morgan compared Dominik favorably against CM Punk, asserting his superiority across several aspects.
Responding to Punk’s attempts to turn Finn Balor against Judgement Day by targeting Dominik, Morgan fired back strongly in defense of Mysterio, accusing Punk of jealousy and dismissing his credibility.
He’s a jealous hater. He’s a jealous hater. Dominik is like more than half his age, so much younger, so much hotter, so much more accomplished, so much more respected. He’s a harder worker. He’s a better champion. So if I’m seeing Punk, why would I not be hating on Dominik? His hair, his moustache, are you kidding me? If I’m seeing Punk, I’m totally going to be Dominik’s number one hater. Yeah, I mean, I get that. That all checks out to me. He’s got cooler tattoos, too. I know, because it’s true. That’s the truth. It’s literally the truth. It’s the truth. Strike me. Strike me right now. It’s the truth.
Morgan’s comments emphasize her view that Mysterio outshines Punk in youth, appearance, accomplishments, work ethic, and respect within WWE, painting Punk as envious and outmatched.
Fan Interest Grows Around Potential Feud
The tension between Mysterio and Punk has sparked significant anticipation among WWE fans, with many calling for a direct confrontation between the two wrestlers.
Everyone and their mother’s uncle wants this feud pic.twitter.com/bOb1c9MV7r
This tweet reflects the widespread enthusiasm across the WWE community for a possible storyline involving Liv Morgan’s faction and CM Punk, highlighting the intense interest in seeing the rivalry develop on screen.
Liv Morgan’s Rising Star Power After Royal Rumble Triumph
Winning the Women’s Royal Rumble has elevated Liv Morgan’s standing in WWE, setting her up for a high-profile championship match on one of wrestling’s biggest stages, WrestleMania 42.
Her bold statements about CM Punk and support for Dominik Mysterio reveal a confident and determined persona ready to make a significant impact in the division.
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What This Means for WWE’s Future Storylines
Liv Morgan’s outspoken critique of CM Punk and public backing of Dominik Mysterio could fuel a fresh rivalry that captivates WWE audiences. With WrestleMania 42 approaching, Morgan’s momentum following her Royal Rumble win positions her as a key player in the women’s division, while the ongoing Judgement Day narrative stands to intensify.
The heightened fan interest in the potential Mysterio–Punk feud signals WWE may have a popular storyline to explore in the coming months, offering opportunities for compelling matches and dramatic television moments across WWE programming.
Everyone and their mother’s uncle wants this feud pic.twitter.com/bOb1c9MV7r
— ayala 2.1 (ᴍᴇɢᴀ ɪᴄ🌐ᴇʀᴀ) (@crashedoutwwe) February 1, 2026
