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CM Punk taking time off from WWE after WrestleMania main event

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 7:30 AM

Last updated Jun 10, 2026

CM Punk taking time off from WWE after WrestleMania main event

Summary

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.

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Status Watch

•CM Punk last appeared on WWE TV in April after WrestleMania 42.
•Sources report he is on a well-deserved break, not sidelined by creative issues.
•Punk is not scheduled for Night of Champions at the end of June.
•His return is anticipated ahead of SummerSlam in early August.
•Potential matches could revolve around results from King of the Ring finals.

Latest Updates

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

What they're saying

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CM Punk has been away from WWE for some time despite main eventing Night 2 of WrestleMania. Punk and Roman stole the show at Mania 42, putting on what was arguably the match of the night.
— Yahoo Sports

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