CM Punk wins WWE Championship and earns 'Papa Punk' nickname

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CM Punk returned to WWE on Monday's Raw in Chicago, stepping in for Cody Rhodes after Rhodes was attacked by Gunther. Punk defeated Sami Zayn to capture the Undisputed WWE Championship, marking the first title win of his current run.

Ahead of that night's SmackDown, commentator Je'Von Evans dubbed the 47‑year‑old "Papa Punk" after watching the victory. The nickname quickly spread among fans and media.

At a subsequent house show in Las Cruces, New Mexico, Punk entered wearing Charlotte Flair’s signature robe, prompting a humorous backstage exchange when Flair reclaimed it. Fellow wrestler Finn Balor said Punk has been polite and eager to work with others, countering earlier rumors about his attitude.

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WWE gives CM Punk a new name after hilarious stunt [www.sportskeeda.com]

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WATCH: CM Punk Borrows Charlotte Flair's Robe At WWE Live Event [wrestlingnews.co]

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CM Punk Borrows Charlotte Flair's Robe During WWE Live Event Entrance [www.wrestlingnewssource.com]

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CM Punk gets new nickname ahead of WWE SmackDown [www.sportskeeda.com]

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