CM Punk Announces Sabbatical from WWE

CM Punk has made headlines recently following his intense Hell in a Cell match against Drew McIntyre at WWE Bad Blood, which left both wrestlers visibly battered. After the match, Punk appeared on RAW, expressing gratitude to fans while announcing he would be taking a sabbatical and would not participate in the upcoming Crown Jewel event in Saudi Arabia, reportedly due to his disapproval of WWE's Saudi deal. Despite his injuries, Punk's performance has been praised as a masterclass in selling a match's physical toll, drawing attention from wrestling veterans. Additionally, Punk was spotted backstage at NXT, where he provided guidance to younger wrestlers, indicating his continued investment in the future of WWE. His anticipated rivalry with Seth Rollins remains a talking point for fans, with speculation about when he will return to the ring. For now, Punk's future in WWE appears uncertain, with no clear timeline for his comeback.