CM Punk Returns to WWE Raw with Major Drama in Oklahoma City

TULSA, Oklahoma (June 2, 2025) — CM Punk made a dramatic return to WWE Raw tonight, competing for a spot in the final men’s Money in the Bank ladder match. The event featured a lineup that included AJ Styles and El Grande Americano, significantly raising the stakes ahead of the upcoming Money in the Bank event.

Punk expressed confidence in his abilities, stating, “I either cash it in on Jey Uso or John Cena.” As he addressed the crowd, Punk did not shy away from controversy, labeling The Rock as a “bald fraud and a goof,” referring to Cena’s longstanding rivalry with him.

The excitement escalated when Sami Zayn interrupted Punk, urging him to remain focused on the Money in the Bank match. Zayn insisted, “You must win. Tonight is more must-win than it’s ever been,” emphasizing the implications of Punk’s success amidst the backdrop of Rollins’ faction.

In other matches, Stephanie Vaquer impressed the audience, defeating Ivy Nile and Liv Morgan in a women’s Money in the Bank qualifying match. Her victory came with a decisive execution of the Devil’s Kiss after dominating the ring with her athleticism. Following her win, she engaged in a backstage moment with Rhea Ripley, signaling her rising prominence.

Meanwhile, the match between The Judgment Day and The War Raiders saw Finn Bálor and JD McDonagh emerge victorious, capitalizing on distractions orchestrated by Roxanne Perez. The match highlighted the ongoing tensions and shifting alliances within WWE.

Fans were treated to a thrilling tag team battle where Jey Uso and Sami Zayn faced Bron Breakker and Bronson Reed. However, the match ended in a disqualification when Seth Rollins unexpectedly attacked Uso, creating a chaotic scene.

Lastly, in the main event, El Grande Americano clinched victory over Punk and Styles, marking his entry into the Money in the Bank ladder match with a stunning diving headbutt. The match concluded with further chaos as Rollins and Breakker took down Punk, leaving a trail of uncertainty in their wake.