CM Punk’s In-Ring Return Status for WWE SummerSlam Revealed

CM Punk, sidelined since January due to a triceps injury, has remained in the spotlight primarily through his ongoing feud with Drew McIntyre. He made a shocking appearance at Money in the Bank this week, and now his in-ring return status for SummerSlam has been revealed.

Drew McIntyre utterly annihilated CM Punk on the June 21st edition of Friday Night SmackDown and left him bloody mess as he was transported to the hospital, thus writing him off WWE television.

However, CM Punk made sure to return the favor as he cost Drew McIntyre the chance to become the World Heavyweight Champion at Money in the Bank, resulting in McIntyre’s failed cash-in. Punk would then state that he is ‘ready to go’ when it comes to his in-ring return.

While speaking on Wrestling Observer Radio, Dave Meltzer noted that while it’s not 100 percent confirmed, a match between Punk and McIntyre at SummerSlam is likely. Punk was asked about the potential match and gave an evasive response, indicating that the final decision hinges on medical clearances. Meltzer notes that there’s a strong sense of confidence about the match happening, but it can’t be guaranteed just yet.

”Right now, it’s not 100 percent for Punk and Drew at SummerSlam but I was told it is probable. Punk was kind of asked about it, and he kind of beat around the bush. It’s probably happening but he did kind of say that it’s up to other people to get cleared and everything by the doctors and they may – I was pretty much told that they are pretty confident but they can’t go and say 100 percent because it ain’t 100 percent.”

It remains to be seen whether The Second City Saint will be ready in time for SummerSlam on August 3rd, as fans definitely want to see Punk and McIntyre finally square off against each other.

What are your thoughts on the potential match between CM Punk and Drew McIntyre at SummerSlam? How do you feel about Punk’s return and the buildup to this highly anticipated showdown? Share your opinions and excitement in the comments below!

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