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CM Punk names multiple challengers for WWE Championship after SummerSlam

Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 6:27 PM

Last updated Aug 3, 2026

CM Punk names multiple challengers for WWE Championship after SummerSlam
Summary

At SummerSlam, CM Punk retained the World Heavyweight Championship against Cody Rhodes after Randy Orton's interference. Following the event, Punk asserted his readiness to defend the title against anyone willing to challenge him, including Oba Femi and Kevin Owens, who recently returned to WWE. Punk expressed a desire for a rematch with Rhodes and acknowledged Femi as a significant future contender, waiting to see which championship Femi will pursue after his recent victory over Brock Lesnar. Both challengers were mentioned as possible opponents as Punk prepares for upcoming defenses.

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Key Details
  • •Punk retained title against Cody Rhodes at SummerSlam with Orton's help.
  • •He welcomes challenges from anyone, including Femi and Owens.
  • •Punk proposes a rematch with Rhodes after their previous encounter.
  • •Femi is expected to choose which championship to pursue next.
  • •Punk emphasizes his experience over Femi's emerging talent.
Latest Updates
  • 6:27 PMWrestling Inc — CM Punk Says He'll Defend WWE Title Against Numerous Competitors, Including Oba Femi
What they're saying
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CM Punk claims he's prepared to fight anybody who wants to challenge for the Undisputed WWE Championship.

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