The WWE live event in Chicago delivered more than anyone expected when CM Punk and Gunther clashed in their first-ever matchup on December 29. The match, held inside a steel cage, ended in chaos as Dominik Mysterio interfered, helping Gunther escape and retain his World Heavyweight Championship.
The drama didn’t stop there. Dominik launched a post-match beatdown on CM Punk, only to be joined by Kofi Kingston, Carlito, and Xavier Woods in a brutal assault. Just when it looked like the hometown hero would be overwhelmed, reinforcements arrived. Rey Mysterio, Otis, and LA Knight stormed the ring to even the odds, igniting the Chicago crowd.
One of the night’s biggest moments saw Rey Mysterio execute a 619 on all four heels lined up on the ropes, followed by CM Punk nailing the GTS. The action didn’t stop there as Otis and LA Knight took center stage, delivering synchronized “worm” moves on Xavier Woods, leaving the crowd roaring with laughter and excitement.
The night ended on a high note as the babyfaces—CM Punk, Otis, Rey Mysterio, and LA Knight—celebrated to a thunderous ovation. Punk’s music hit, and the Chicago crowd went wild, solidifying the event as an unforgettable chapter in WWE’s storied history.
What do you think about the wild finish to CM Punk vs. Gunther in Chicago? Should these two meet again with bigger stakes? Share your thoughts in the comments below!