On a recent episode of Up & Adams, Seth Rollins did not mince words when he was asked to identify which WWE figures he would most want to see challenged by a team of Chicago Bears players. Seth Rollins calls CM Punk a bad dude, placing the controversial superstar alongside wrestling icons like Rick Martel and Hulk Hogan in his no-holds-barred response.
During the exchange, Rollins was tasked with building a hypothetical “nightmare team”—the group of wrestlers he most dislikes, who he would like to see get outmatched by an NFL dream team. Rollins responded quickly, laying out his choices and providing rare candid insight into his relationships within the industry.
CM Punk Tops Rollins’ List of Most Disliked WWE Personalities
Without hesitation, Rollins cited CM Punk as his leading candidate. When the discussion turned to the people he most wanted to see humbled in the ring, Rollins made clear his issues with Punk, referencing the latter’s behavior during his time in WWE.
“I want to see get hurt”
—Seth Rollins, WWE Superstar
Rollins expanded on his feelings by calling Punk a “bad dude” and stated he is
“not good for what we do.”
He pushed the point that he does not think Punk deserves to share space with him in the wrestling world, suggesting there is no love lost between the two former champions. If given his wish, Rollins would select William “Refrigerator” Perry from the Chicago Bears dream team to square off against Punk, making it clear how little regard he has for his fellow wrestler.
Rollins’ Childhood Rivalry With Rick Martel
After CM Punk, Rollins named Rick “The Model” Martel as another villain from his wrestling past. His animosity for Martel stems from childhood memories of the grappler’s over-the-top performances in the early 1990s, specifically his act of spraying Arrogance cologne in WWF. Rollins described Martel as the wrestler he most disliked as a young viewer, illustrating how these early experiences shaped his personal rankings of WWE heels.
Hulk Hogan Criticized, But Details Kept Vague
The final surprise entry on Rollins’ list was Hulk Hogan. When pressed by host Kay Adams on his reasoning, Rollins remained cryptic but still made his disdain apparent.
“This one may be controversial, but…we also want somebody that we want to see get crushed in the ring. That’s gonna be Hulk Hogan.”
—Seth Rollins, WWE Superstar
Adams, picking up on Rollins’ tone, continued to question his rationale for including the legendary wrestler. Rollins responded in a deliberately opaque manner:
“Why are you saying that? I’m a little confused.”
—Kay Adams, Host
“You can look it up. You’ll figure it out. Yeah, we’d love to see Hulk Hogan just get kicked around a little bit by these boys. That’d be nice.”
—Seth Rollins, WWE Superstar
Rollins cited a “complicated relationship” with Hogan and refused to explain further, urging Adams and viewers to investigate on their own. He elaborated slightly, noting the difference between Hogan’s wrestling persona and his real-life identity:
“Ah, complicated relationship there with The Hulkster.”
—Seth Rollins, WWE Superstar
When Adams pushed for a short explanation, Rollins declined:
“Nope, you cannot. That is tricky. You’re gonna have to Google that one…I think you can probably figure it out pretty easily, to be fair. It’s not that tricky.”
—Seth Rollins, WWE Superstar
Finally, Rollins drew a line between the character and the man behind the persona:
“Hollywood Hulk Hogan, not a good guy. Terry Bollea, also not the best guy.”
—Seth Rollins, WWE Superstar
Rollins seemed aware of the potential for his comments to attract attention, hinting at the viral potential of his blunt views.
“Don’t worry, I’m doing you a favor right now. This will go viral just for you.”
—Seth Rollins, WWE Superstar
Rollins’ Comments Highlight Ongoing Tensions in WWE
Seth Rollins’ candid remarks during his interview with Kay Adams showcase the deep-seated conflicts that still exist backstage in WWE. By grouping CM Punk and Hulk Hogan together as examples of personalities he would most like to see taken down, Rollins made headlines and sparked debates among fans, especially those at Cagesiders. The comments illustrate Rollins’ willingness to challenge big names and speak openly about what he sees as negative influences in the wrestling industry.
As reactions from the wrestling community and fans continue to pour in, it remains to be seen if the issues between Rollins, CM Punk, and Hulk Hogan will escalate, or if this moment will pass as yet another example of the intense personalities that shape WWE’s competitive landscape.
