Seth Rollins has intensified the Seth Rollins rivalry with CM Punk in WWE, openly demanding that CM Punk leave the company as tensions between the two continue to play out on live television. The conflict, which began after Punk’s return to WWE at Survivor Series in 2023, has seen both superstars repeatedly clash in high-profile matches and media appearances.
Ongoing Hostilities Between Seth Rollins and CM Punk
The discord between Seth Rollins and CM Punk started when Punk returned to WWE during Survivor Series in 2023, quickly reigniting old animosities. Since then, the confrontation has been a recurring storyline on WWE programming, including several face-offs after the high-profile Raw Netflix premiere on January 6. The rivalry reached a peak at WrestleMania 41 night one, where both Rollins and Punk, along with Roman Reigns, vied for dominance in the main event.
WrestleMania Faction Shifts Add Fuel to the Feud
During WrestleMania, the volatile atmosphere intensified when Paul Heyman severed his alliances with Roman Reigns and CM Punk. Heyman threw his support behind Rollins instead, joining forces with him, Bron Breakker, and Bronson Reed to establish a new faction, fundamentally altering the group dynamics within WWE and further isolating Punk.
Rollins Voices Deep Frustration: Wants Punk Out of WWE
As the on-screen tension spilled into interviews, Rollins appeared on the Up & Adams Show, sharing unfiltered thoughts about his feud with Punk. His remarks were strikingly blunt:
“I’ve dealt with CM Punk for far too long. This guy shouldn’t even be in my windspace. I want him gone. I want him out of here.”
—Seth Rollins, WWE Superstar
Rollins continued to press his stance against Punk in the wrestling landscape, openly claiming that Punk was detrimental to WWE. The two competitors’ inability to work together became even more apparent during a lighthearted segment about the Chicago Bears.
“I don’t think I could do it. I don’t think I could stand next to him. I really don’t think I could do it.”
—Seth Rollins, WWE Superstar
What This Feud Means for WWE
The animosity between Seth Rollins and CM Punk has spilled out of the ring and into public interviews, capturing the attention of fans and wrestling insiders. With Rollins declaring that Punk is bad for WWE and expressing an unwavering refusal to align with him even for personal gain, the rivalry continues to escalate. This tension, fueled further by Paul Heyman’s dramatic shift at WrestleMania and the involvement of Roman Reigns, Bron Breakker, and Bronson Reed, sets the stage for intense future confrontations. The outcome could have significant implications not only for both superstars but also for future WWE storylines, particularly as the rivalry remains a focal point on television and at major events.
