Former AEW star and current WWE NXT Champion Ethan Page recently shared his thoughts on CM Punk’s impact. A seasoned veteran, Punk has spent decades in the industry, transforming from an underutilized talent into a top star and inspiring many rising wrestlers along the way.
Ethan Page has expressed his views on CM Punk, noting their shared history in AEW before both transitioned to WWE. Despite being in the same two promotions, the two stars have never faced each other inside the squared circle.
As WWE NXT prepares to debut on The CW next week, the first episode will take place in Chicago, Illinois, at Allstate Arena. CM Punk, the local favorite from Chicago, is set to appear on the show. A few weeks ago, he announced that he would be the special guest referee for the match between Ethan Page and Trick Williams for the WWE NXT Championship.
CM Punk promised to ensure fair officiating in the match between Trick Williams and Ethan Page. Ahead of the match, Page recently shared his thoughts on Punk’s impact on the world of professional wrestling.
Ethan Page praises CM Punk’s impact: ‘He brings so much to the table’
WWE NXT Champion Ethan Page recently appeared on Busted Open Radio, where he shared his honest opinions about CM Punk. Page emphasized that he recognizes Punk’s significant influence in wrestling, highlighting how he has witnessed both sides of the industry during his time in AEW and now in NXT.
He stated, “Honestly, for me, CM Punk brings so much to the table,” Page told “Busted Open Radio.” “Where I was [in AEW] and where I am [in NXT], I’ve seen both sides of it. I can’t argue the fact that the guy moves numbers, that people care what he has to say, people care what he’s doing, where he’s at, and the fact that he’s where I’m at and we’re going to be in his hometown in Chicago, first episode, big arena. Place is going to be packed. It’s massive. I don’t take [it] for granted.”
As the debut of WWE NXT on its new network approaches, fans look forward to the much anticipated match between Trick Williams and Ethan Page. All eyes will be on CM Punk as the special guest referee. It will be interesting to see how fair Punk will be in officiating this pivotal championship showdown.
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