
The mystery surrounding the masked attacker who laid out CM Punk at Survivor Series WarGames just got a major updatestraight from WWE.com.
In a segment compiled by Pat McAfee Show contributor Mark Kaboly, WWE published a full suspect list, ranking the possible culprits behind the shocking Stomp that ended the WarGames main event and helped The Vision secure victory.
Heres the breakdown of suspects, ranked from most to least likely, according to the post:
- Randy Orton: The top suspect. Ortons long and often bitter history with Punk is well-documented, dating back to matches like WrestleMania 27. His recent absence from TV makes him a prime candidate for a surprise return. Kaboly points out that Ortons November 2023 return was overshadowed by Punks, which couldnt have gone over well with Orton. Add in Ortons subtle flirtation with a heel turn before his disappearance, and the timing seems to fit.
- Austin Theory: The physical build of the attacker has many thinking its Theory under the mask. His past ties to Paul Heyman and The Vision make this a logical optionbut perhaps too logical. As Kaboly writes: If that wasnt Theory dressed all in black, then I think we are kidding ourselves.
- Seth Rollins: The wildcard. Rollins and Punk have real-life tension and onscreen hostility. Despite being out with injury and apparently no longer associated with The Vision, Rollins is still on TV oftenso he might not be as sidelined as believed. Kaboly says: He fooled us not long ago, so why not again?
- John Cena: An extreme long shotbut given Cenas history with Punk, especially during their legendary 20112012 rivalry, his name still makes the list. You cant ignore the history, Kaboly notes, though he admits it really doesnt make much sense at all.
- LA Knight: Frustrated and overlooked, Knight might have decided to take matters into his own hands. A confrontation with Punk could catapult him into title contention. Kaboly speculates that Knight could be fed up with not getting an opportunity at a title.
- Becky Lynch Yes, The Man made the list. Kaboly suggests Lynchs erratic behavior lately could open the door to something as shocking as targeting Punk. Plus, theres a curious threadLynch tapped out to AJ Lee earlier in the night. Kaboly writes: The Man is so unhinged right now that you cant put anything past what she might do.
- Sami Zayn: With Logan Pauls future in The Vision uncertain, Zayn could slide into that role. But Kaboly questions whether all this mystery over a piece of The Vision [is] worth interrupting WarGames.
- AJ Styles: A long-standing Punk rival, Styles remains a dark horse. Kaboly notes: With Styles pushing toward the end of his career, there are worse things than him getting a chance at a title run.
The identity of the masked figure remains officially unconfirmed, but with Saturday Nights Main Event and John Cenas farewell match on the horizon, the answer may not stay hidden for long.
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