CM Punk Calls Out Wrestlers Who ‘Just Yell’ in Promos

CM Punk isn’t holding back when it comes to how he views himself on the microphone — and he made it clear not everyone in wrestling is doing it right.

While speaking on Busted Open Radio, Punk was asked about his ability to connect with audiences and consistently deliver when it matters most. His answer didn’t dodge the question — instead, he leaned right into it and called his mic work his biggest strength.

“I hate talking about myself in the third person like this, and it seems very egotistical. You’re supposed to be humble. You’re supposed to say, ‘Oh, no.’ But I think the consistency at which I’ve been able to do it — I can confidently say that it is my superpower.”

Punk didn’t stop there, making it clear that what he does on the mic isn’t just natural talent — it’s something he treats as both craft and responsibility every single week: “It’s a business, it’s an art, and it’s a weapon — and there’s nobody better than me. Period.”

From there, the conversation shifted towards legacy and where he fits among the all-time greats. Punk brushed off thinking about that in the moment, instead pointing to wrestling legend Nick Bockwinkel as someone he’s always admired for his approach to promos.

“Definitely not in the moment. I’m just dealing with what’s in front of me at any given Monday night. I think Nick Bockwinkel is a guy that is severely underrated… in terms of what I always tried to do, I think Bockwinkel was always really spectacular at it.”

That’s when Punk took things in a sharper direction — calling out a trend he clearly isn’t a fan of. Without naming names, he took aim at wrestlers who think volume equals quality on the microphone.

“Everybody thinks pro wrestling is just yelling and screaming, and there are people that claim to be fantastic on the mic, and all they really do is raise their voice. But that’s not what I try to do. What I do and what I bring to the table — that’s more my lane.”

Punk isn’t just talking — he’s drawing a line in the sand about what separates good from great, and making it clear he still sees himself at the top of that conversation. Whether people agree or not, one thing’s certain: he’s not changing how he does things anytime soon.

Do you agree with CM Punk’s take on promos, or do you think today’s louder, high-energy style works better for wrestling audiences? Let us know your thoughts and leave your feedback.

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