CM Punk Announces Hiatus, Skips Crown Jewel

CM Punk's match against Drew McIntyre at WWE's Bad Blood 2024 ended their intense feud in a brutal Hell in a Cell encounter, with both wrestlers suffering severe injuries. Following the match, Punk announced on WWE RAW that he would be taking a hiatus to recover and spend time with his family, while also thanking fans for their support. Despite his dramatic on-screen collapse, it was revealed that Punk's condition was part of the storyline, whereas Drew required 16 staples for a head wound. Meanwhile, WWE is setting the stage for new rivalries, with Seth Rollins confronting Punk on RAW, hinting at a future feud. Punk is not expected to perform at the upcoming Crown Jewel event in Saudi Arabia, adding to the uncertainty about his next appearances.