Big E credits CM Punk for saving his WWE career
Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 29, 2026, 3:59 AM
Last updated Jun 29, 2026
Big E shared details about how CM Punk's support helped him during a challenging time in WWE. Speaking on Chris Van Vliet's "Insight" on June 28, 2026, Big E recalled his struggles in 2013-2014, where he felt sidelined and worried about his role. Punk intervened by advocating for Big E to receive a match on "SmackDown," a decision that helped keep him in the promotion. Big E expressed his gratitude to Punk for recognizing his talent and providing that opportunity, despite not being friends at the time.
- •Big E faced uncertainty in WWE during 2013-2014.
- •Punk advocated for Big E to compete on 'SmackDown.'
- •Big E was grateful for Punk's support despite their lack of friendship.
- •The conversation occurred on the June 28 episode of 'Insight.'
- 3:59 AMWrestling Inc — Big E Explains How CM Punk 'Saved' His WWE Career
"Big E has recalled the role CM Punk played in saving his WWE career during the early years of his main roster run.
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