On September 17, 2024, WWE NXT delivered a blockbuster episode that featured the return of CM Punk, who dropped a bombshell by announcing his role as the special guest referee for the NXT Championship match between Ethan Page and Trick Williams, set for the October 1 NXT CW premiere in Chicago. Punk's presence alone ignited excitement, but the night took a spicy turn when NXT Women’s Champion Roxanne Perez interrupted his promo.
Perez, who cheekily confessed her admiration for Punk’s wife, AJ Lee, mocked Punk by suggesting he was just chasing one last moment of glory before Drew McIntyre puts him in his place. Punk responded in classic form, giving credit to Perez’s toughness but predicting that her opponent, Giulia, would dethrone her. As the tension escalated, Punk had to step in and separate Perez and Giulia, teasing a volatile showdown in the coming weeks
Beyond the verbal fireworks between Punk and Perez, the rest of NXT was packed with high-stakes action. NXT Champion Ethan Page sent a brutal message to Trick Williams by putting him through a table with his devastating Ego’s Edge, making it clear that their title match is going to be a war. Lyra Valkyria also made a triumphant return to NXT, teaming up with Tatum Paxley to defeat Wendy Choo and TNA’s Rosemary in a thrilling tag team match(
NXT is setting the stage for explosive rivalries, with Punk’s involvement ensuring the October 1 event will be must-see TV.
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