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How CM Punk Will Cost Seth Rollins at WWE Crown Jewel Perth
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On the latest episode of Raw , CM Punk fired shots at Seth Rollins, boldly claiming he has “The Visionary’s” number. The bad blood traces back to SummerSlam 2025, when Rollins cashed in his Money in the Bank contract moments after Punk dethroned Gunther for the World Heavyweight Championship. Now, as Rollins prepares to challenge WWE Champion Cody Rhodes for the Crown Jewel Championship in Perth, Punk looms as a potential spoiler. Here’s why Punk’s interference could ignite chaos at this weekend’s premium live event.

A Grudge That Refuses to Die

CM Punk’s animosity toward Seth Rollins burns as fiercely as ever. In 2024, Punk vowed that as long as he draws breath, Rollins would never hold a championship. Though that promise was broken, Punk’s obsession with derailing his arch-nemesis persists. By costing Rollins a victory against Rhodes, Punk could not only settle a personal score but also add a thrilling twist to this heated rivalry, ensuring the WWE Universe stays glued to the drama.

A Loss That Could Shatter Seth Rollins’ World

Seth Rollins is already grappling with self-doubt heading into Crown Jewel. In a candid moment with his advisor, Paul Heyman, Rollins questioned his chances of victory. Heyman laid it bare: a loss could unravel The Visionary’s entire existence. Bronson Reed and Bron Breakker, key allies in Rollins’ faction, The Vision, might lose faith in their leader.

TribalWorse, Heyman could regret choosing Rollins over Roman Reigns. If Punk sabotages Rollins’ match, he’d deliver a devastating blow, effectively “burning it down” for The Architect. For Punk, this would be a triumphant “Best in the World” moment.

Becky Lynch’s Doubts Could Fracture Their Marriage

The turmoil doesn’t end with Rollins. His wife, Becky Lynch, is already reeling after a count-out loss while defending her Women’s Intercontinental Championship against Maxxine Dupri on Raw. Frustrated by the outcome, Lynch vented backstage. If Rollins falters at Crown Jewel, Lynch might begin questioning not just her husband’s resolve but her own decision to stand by him.

This could push the power couple to a breaking point, with Lynch potentially ousting Rollins from The Vision or even distancing herself from him entirely. Such a twist would captivate fans and echo Stone Cold Steve Austin’s iconic mantra: “Don’t Trust Anybody.”

A Survivor Series Showdown on the Horizon

While Punk has his eyes on the World Heavyweight Championship, a loss at Crown Jewel could prompt Rollins to challenge his rival to a traditional Survivor Series match. Punk’s lack of allies on Raw puts him at a disadvantage, but he’s no stranger to defying the odds. Meanwhile, The Vision boasts a roster of enemies eager to take Punk down. LA Knight, Jey Uso, and Jimmy Uso clashed with Punk this week, but they might set aside their differences to join forces with him.

AJ Styles could also lend Punk a hand, while Finn Bálor and JD McDonagh would likely rally behind Rollins. With The Vision needing two more members and Punk requiring at least one, this potential 5-on-5 clash could electrify the WWE Universe and set the stage for the November premium live event.

This article first appeared on Last Word On Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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