CM Punk reacts to fan shown heavily crying at AEW Rampage

Former WWE Champion and AEW Superstar CM Punk has reacted to comments made at the fan seen crying during his AEW debut in Chicago.

Punk made his return to the wrestling scene 7 years after leaving WWE. The moment was a huge one in wrestling history, with fans showering various reactions inside the arena and on social media.

CM Punk on the crying fan from #AEWRampage :

“Anyone making fun of that dude, you're making fun of me too. There is nothing wrong with being emotional at sporting events or anything you like."

👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼pic.twitter.com/jf2qgWhzo2

— 𝐃𝐫𝐚𝐕𝐞𝐧 (@WrestlingCovers) August 23, 2021

One fan was seen emotional to which Punk reacted and defended saying: (h/t Ringside News)

“I’m a Chicago sports guy. I cried when the Cubs won the World Series, I cried when the Blackhawks won the (Stanley) Cup, the times I was alive when they won the Cup, not back in the 60s. It means a lot and it means a lot because I’m so attached to Chicago and sports, especially. I understand. Anyone making fun of that dude, you’re making fun of me too. There is nothing wrong with being emotional at sporting events or anything you like. I’ll cry at a Marvel movie.”

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— Tommy Dreamer (@THETOMMYDREAMER) August 21, 2021

Tommy Dreamer and the g.o.i. Kicks sneaker brand are trying to find the man and offer him gifts after he was mocked on social media for his reaction. The return of CM Punk in his hometown was a joyous occasions for wrestling fans all over the world.

How will CM Punk fare in AEW?

Punk’s return to wrestling in AEW marks a big moment in sports history, which could signify the start of a new era. He immediately challenged Darby Allen to a match in his quick 10 minute promo. This indicates that AEW is here to stay and rival WWE for years to come. The signature of Punk would be a big blow to WWE, who have lost several stars in the last two years.

Punk will bring his expertise to a platform which could help young wrestlers thrive in this environment. The wrestlers in the roster would certainly learn a lot from a man who breathes wrestling ever since he was a kid.

This could be a big moment in wrestling history, as Punk gears up to start a new chapter in his professional career. The entire locker room will be watching as AEW becomes stronger and stronger every year.

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