CM Punk has officially confirmed that he will headline Night One of SummerSlam this Saturday, sharing enthusiastic praise for his opponent, World Heavyweight Champion GUNTHER. In a recent interview on the Good Guy/Bad Guy Podcast, Punk highlighted the significance of their championship match being the main event, stating, “Me main eventing, I think it’s important… I’m looking forward to not only main eventing SummerSlam but stealing the whole weekend.”
Punk did not hold back in his admiration for GUNTHER, declaring him the best wrestler in the world and someone who embodies the spirit of professional wrestling across generations. “This dude is the best wrestler in the world. He’s got the gold to prove it… you could take him and you could drop him into a territory in the 60s and he would thrive,” Punk remarked, emphasizing GUNTHER’s timeless appeal in the wrestling business.
The highly anticipated match marks the opening night of the two-day SummerSlam special, with the second night featuring a Street Fight for the Undisputed WWE Championship between John Cena and Cody Rhodes.
With Punk and GUNTHER both considered modern-day wrestling icons, fans can expect a thrilling showdown that promises to resonate with wrestling enthusiasts across all eras. The excitement builds as SummerSlam approaches, positioning itself as an unforgettable weekend for wrestling fans.