CM Punk taking time off from WWE after WrestleMania main event

CM Punk has been absent from WWE programming since April, having last competed in the main event of Night 2 of WrestleMania 42. Speculation about his absence includes suggestions of a lack of creative plans for him; however, sources indicate he has been granted time off after an extended period of active competition. Punk is not advertised for the upcoming Night of Champions event at the end of June. There is anticipation for his potential return at SummerSlam in early August, which could include a title match, depending on the results of the King of the Ring finals. Fans are eager for his return amid a shortage of top stars on WWE television.

• 7:30 AMYahoo Sports — CM Punk expected to be ‘back in no time’ as WWE TV absence explained