Why Did Cm Punk Leave The Wwe?

Many fans were surprised when Cm Punk left the WWE in early 2014. There are a variety of reasons why he may have made this decision, ranging from personal issues to creative differences.

Introduction

In 2014, CM Punk left WWE after a very public falling out with management. Since then, there have been many rumors and speculations about why he really left. In this article, we will take a look at all the evidence that has been put forth by Punk himself, as well as other WWE insiders, to try and get to the bottom of this question.

The most popular theory is that Punk left because he was unhappy with his position in WWE. He was reportedly upset with the way he was being used on television, and felt that he was not being given enough opportunities to showcase his talent. This theory is further supported by the fact that Punk was one of the highest paid wrestlers in WWE at the time of his departure, and was said to be one of the most difficult wrestlers to work with backstage.

Another theory is that Punk left WWE because he was unhappy with WWE’s creative direction. This is supported by the fact that Punk had recently voiced his displeasure with certain storylines on FILE – In this Jan. 27, 2014 file photo, professional wrestler CM Punk poses for a photo at a news conference in New York. Chicago Police say they are investigating an online death threat made against former professional wrestler Phil Brooks, also known as CM Punk. (AP Photo/John Minchillo)Twitter, and even walked out of a meeting with Vince McMahon reportedly over disagreements about a proposed story arc.

It is also worth noting that Punk’s contract with WWE was set to expire in July 2014, just a few months after he quit. This has led some to believe that Punk may have left WWE because he knew his contract would not be renewed.

Lastly, there is the possibility that Punk left WWE due to personal issues outside of wrestling. It has been rumored that Punk’s wife, April Mendez (also known as AJ Lee), was not happy with her husband’s position in WWE . There have also been reports that Mendez told Punk she wanted him to quit WWE so they could start a family .

Punk’s First WWE Run

Punk’s first WWE run lasted from 2006 to 2008. He was released from the company in 2008 after he refused to sign a new contract. Punk cited creative differences and a lack of respect from WWE management as his reasons for leaving.

Punk returned to WWE in June of 2009 and had a successful second run with the company. He left WWE again in January of 2014, citing similar reasons as his first departure. Punk has not returned to WWE since.

Punk’s Second WWE Run

Punk returned to WWE television on the June 27, 2005 episode of Raw, attacking William Regal during his match with Eugene. The following week on Raw, Punk defeated Regal to qualify for a place in the Raw Money in the Bank ladder match at WWE’s The Great American Bash pay-per-view. At the event Punk was unsuccessful in winning the match. punk teamed with Kane on several occasions to take on the team of Big Show and Rey Mysterio.

Towards the end of 2005, Punk began a scripted rivalry with over-the-top heel Colt Cabana, which culminated in Cabana’s “firing” from WWE on the November 28 episode of Raw.

Punk resumed his singles career in 2006, facing Shelton Benjamin for the Intercontinental Championship at Royal Rumble and later that year Kurt Angle at Vengeance.

Punk’s Third WWE Run

From early 2012 to mid-2013, Punk had his third WWE run. This was by far his most successful and eventful WWE stint, as he became one of the company’s top stars.

Punk’s ascension to the top started at the Royal Rumble in early 2012. He entered the Royal Rumble match as number one and lasted over an hour, which was a record at the time. He eventually was eliminated by Kane. Following the match, Punk had a heated confrontation with WWE Chairman Vince McMahon, who was upset that Punk had lasted so long in the match.

The next night on Raw, Punk had a now-famous promo in which he berated McMahon and the WWE product. This promo is often cited as the moment when Punk turned into a true main event star.

Punk went on to win the WWE Championship at WrestleMania 28 in April 2012. He held the title for 434 days, which is still the sixth-longest reign in WWE history. During his title reign, Punk had several memorable matches and feuds with The Rock, John Cena, Chris Jericho, and others.

In January 2013, Punk shockingly won the Royal Rumble match for a second year in a row. This led to him headlining WrestleMania 29 against The Rock for the WWE Championship. Punk lost that match but had another great feud with Jericho leading up to Extreme Rules in May 2013.

However, shortly thereafter things started to sour between Punk and WWE management. There were reports that Punk was frustrated with his position in WWE and wasn’t happy with how he was being used on television. In June 2013, it was reported that Punk had walked out of WWE after bones were found in his bag of fast food from Arby’s.*

Punk’s Final WWE Run

Punk’s final WWE run began in November 2011, when he won a tournament to become the WWE Champion. He held the title for 434 days, the sixth longest reign in WWE history. During that time, he had notable feuds with The Rock, John Cena, and The Undertaker. He also became the first superstar to simultaneously hold the WWE Championship and WWE’s secondary championship, the World Heavyweight Championship, after defeating Daniel Bryan at Night of Champions in September 2012. In January 2013, Punk lost the WWE Championship to The Rock at the Royal Rumble.

Punk’s Departure from WWE

On January 27, 2014, it was reported that Punk had officially left WWE. Punk had been granted a release from his contract on January 27, according to a statement issued by the company.

Punk’s departure came after a tumultuous few months with WWE. In November 2013, Punk was suspended for two weeks due to a backstage confrontation with Vince McMahon. The following month, it was reported that Punk had walked out of WWE following the Royal Rumble pay-per-view event, as he was allegedly unhappy with the direction of his character and the company in general.

It was later revealed that Punk had indeed left WWE, but traded barbs with the company on social media before finally disappearing from the public eye altogether. In June 2014, Punk appeared on Colt Cabana’s podcast, revealing that he quit WWE due to creative differences and a lack of medical treatment for injuries he had sustained during his time with the company.

Conclusion

In conclusion, there are a variety of reasons why Cm Punk may have left the WWE. It is possible that he was unhappy with his storylines, pay, or treatment backstage. It is also possible that Punk was simply ready to move on to other projects. Whatever the reason, Punk’s departure has left a big hole in the WWE roster.