CM Punk is very loyal, and his career-long relationship with Ace Steel proves that. He made sure Steel had a job when he returned to AEW, and although Steel didnt follow Punk to WWE, the Second City Saints trainer is very happy that he made that return.
CM Punks return to WWE has been a major storyline since he made his surprising comeback at Survivor Series in November 2023. After nearly a decade away from the company, Punk has often spoken about the cultural shift within WWE, noting how things have changed since his first stint with the company. Much of that shift has been attributed to Triple H, with whom Punk had famously clashed during his initial run. Triple H, now a key figure in WWEs creative process, has also opened up about working with Punk and how both have contributed to shaping WWEs current environment.
Punks long-time friend and trainer, Ace Steel, recently discussed Punks WWE return on the Huge Pop podcast, sharing insight into how Punk has embraced his return to the business he once stepped away from. Steel shared that Punk has found a new sense of joy in his work and is thriving in WWEs new culture.
Ace Steel explained that CM Punk has a deep desire to give back to the industry, a reflection of how he was mentored by wrestling legends such as Eddie Guerrero, Harley Race, and Raven. Now, Punk is stepping into that role for the next generation of wrestlers.
Ace Steel highlighted how CM Punks attitude toward the business has shifted over the years. Initially, Punk and Triple H clashed due to their similar views on wrestling, but now, the two have found common ground, both working toward the betterment of the industry.
According to Steel, Punks approach to his return has been about more than just business. Hes found a renewed love for wrestling, rekindling the passion that first brought him into the business. Punk has also been more involved in mentoring younger talent and being an active presence in the locker room.
As Punk navigates this new chapter in WWE, its clear that his return is not just about winning titles, but about making a meaningful impact on the company and the next generation of stars. While he may be treating WWE like a business on-screen, behind the scenes, Punks passion for wrestling has never been more evident.
We will also have to see what Ace Steel does next. He went to TNA Wrestling after his AEW exit, but his relationship with CM Punk has obviously not gone away.
Whats your take on Ace Steels assumption about CM Punk? Do you think that he is a lot like Triple H after all? Let us know what you think in the comments section!
