5 First-ever matches CM Punk teased on WWE NXT

NXT this week was live from the WWE Performance Center [Image credits: wwe.com]
NXT this week was live from the WWE Performance Center [Image credits: wwe.com]

CM Punk was heavily involved during the latest episode of WWE NXT. In an in-ring segment, he cut a promo expressing his love for the brand.

The Best in the World mentioned how he enjoys watching the show and observing the growth of future superstars as they perform live. Punk revealed that part of his interest is selfish, as he knows there's a possibility he might face off against some talented stars in the future.

Here are five first-ever matches CM Punk teased during his promo on WWE NXT.


#5. Lexis King

Lexis King, the son of the legendary late Brian Pillman, has become a standout in NXT since his debut in August 2023. The idea of a potential match with CM Punk is highly intriguing, especially given their shared history as former AEW talents.

A showdown between King and Punk would carry a unique dynamic. Punk, a seasoned veteran, would likely see King's growth as an opportunity to test the second-generation star's abilities.


#4. Je'Von Evans

Je'Von Evans is one of the fastest-rising stars, not just in NXT but in the entire professional wrestling landscape. The Young OG has quickly established himself as a major player on NXT in a short period of time.

Evans is set to face Randy Orton, who will make a special appearance on the October 8 episode of NXT. This matchup speaks volumes about the trust WWE has in Evans, pitting him against one of the greatest wrestlers of all time.

In his promo tonight, CM Punk humorously remarked that some of his t-shirts are older than Je'Von Evans. It will be interesting to see if these two stars ever face off.


#3. Carmelo Hayes

Carmelo Hayes has been one of the standout talents to emerge from NXT recently. The former NXT Champion was drafted to SmackDown earlier this year and has delivered several impressive performances.

He’s already gone toe-to-toe with top superstars like Cody Rhodes and Randy Orton, and it seems only a matter of time before he shares the ring with CM Punk.


#2. Ethan Page

During the latest episode of NXT, CM Punk made a major announcement, revealing that he will be the Special Guest Referee for the NXT Championship match between Ethan Page and Trick Williams on October 1.

This development could potentially spark a feud between Punk and Page. Both are familiar with one another from their time in AEW, making this an intriguing matchup for WWE fans.


#1. WWE Intercontinental Champion Bron Breakker

Bron Breakker is widely regarded as the next big star in WWE. Many consider him a generational talent coming out of NXT, similar to the trio of Roman Reigns, Seth Rollins, and Dean Ambrose in 2012.

Breakker has been on a dominant run on Monday Night RAW since getting called up, currently holding the Intercontinental Championship. With both CM Punk and Bron Breakker on the same brand, there is a strong possibility that this dream matchup could happen sometime very soon.