WWE MSG Live Event Notes: GCW Flyers, Notable Names Absent, More

The December 26 WWE house show at Madison Square Garden brought a mix of action and unexpected moments—both inside and outside the iconic venue.

Wrestlers from GCW made their presence felt, with some spotted in a suite enjoying the event, while others handed out flyers outside MSG promoting their upcoming January 19 show.

Inside the arena, the surprises kept coming. Though not competing, Kofi Kingston and Raquel Rodriguez were in attendance.

Notable absences included Rhea Ripley and Drew McIntyre, who were missing from the Raw MSG lineup, while Nikki Cross competed in an eight-person tag match—ditching her signature mask for the bout. The Wyatts also graced the event, though Bo Dallas was notably absent.

As for the night’s most talked-about moment? CM Punk stole the show once again. The wrestling icon emerged at the event’s climax wearing nothing but a towel and a shower cap to help Damian Priest fend off a post-match ambush. Fans erupted as Punk made his presence known in the most unexpected fashion, proving that MSG remains a hotspot for unforgettable wrestling moments.

For fans already looking ahead, WWE RAW will return to Madison Square Garden on March 10, keeping the tradition alive.

What did you think of CM Punk’s towel-clad heroics? Were you at MSG to catch the action live? Let us know your thoughts in the comments!