CM Punk Names John Cena Wrestling Soulmate, Reveals Favorite WWE Match

CM Punk is set to face Jey Uso for the vacated World Heavyweight Championship at Saturday Night's Main Event, following an injury to Seth Rollins and a subsequent battle royal won by Uso. Veteran Scott D'Amore has expressed that Punk should not reclaim the World Title, suggesting that a heel Jey Uso winning would provide a fresh direction for the championship scene. Punk previously won the title at SummerSlam 2025 but lost it shortly after when Seth Rollins cashed in his Money in the Bank contract. Beyond current storylines, Punk has reflected on his career, naming his February 2013 match against John Cena—where the winner would face The Rock at WrestleMania 29—as his favorite and describing Cena as his "wrestling soulmate" due to their excellent chemistry and the electric crowd reaction. Despite past rivalries and tensions, Punk's respect for Cena highlights a nuanced relationship built on both competition and mutual admiration. Punk's career has seen ups and downs, including challenging times outside WWE, but his recent return marks one of his brightest moments, with renewed focus and success in the ring.