Fans Anticipate CM Punk's Return: Is NXT the Right Fit?

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CM Punk, a free agent since AEW terminated his contract in September, has garnered significant attention.

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CM Punk's last appearance in a WWE ring was in 2014 when he walked out on the company.

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After nearly a decade of absence, there is considerable anticipation surrounding his potential return.

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Wrestling reporter Bill Apter shared his perspective on why CM Punk might be better suited for NXT compared to RAW and SmackDown.

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While NXT is often considered WWE's developmental brand, it frequently features appearances by stars from RAW and SmackDown.

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WWE Hall of Famer Teddy Long suggested that CM Punk could make appearances on various WWE shows.

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Despite the departure controversy from AEW, CM Punk is expected to have numerous options within the wrestling industry.

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The wrestling world is abuzz with speculation about CM Punk's future, and his potential return to WWE.

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