Tag Archives: Phil Brooks

CM Punk To Write Another Comic Book For Marvel

UFC fighter and former WWE Champion CM Punk will be writing a one shot Master of Kung Fu issue for Marvel’s “Legacy” Line. The original Master of Kung Fu series, inspired by the popularity of Bruce Lee, ran for 125 issues from 1974 until 1983. The issue that CM Punk will be writing, scheduled for  Continue Reading »

CM Punk Discusses His Upcoming Fight At UFC 203, If He Is Feeling Nervous & More

Former WWE superstar turned UFC fighter CM Punk took part in a media conference earlier today in Cleveland, Ohio following an open workout in anticipation of his UFC debut against Mickey Gall at UFC 203 this Saturday night. Punk said that it is poetic that his first UFC fight happens to be in the same  Continue Reading »

CM Punk Discusses WWE’s Treatment Of Their Talent

In an interview with Colin Cowherd on “The Herd” to discuss his transition from the WWE to the UFC, former WWE superstar CM Punk (Phil Brooks) discussed the company’s treatment of talents and why he was happy to be done travelling full-time on the road with the WWE. Punk stated that WWE treated their talents  Continue Reading »

UFC Veteran Matt Brown Criticizes UFC Signing CM Punk To A Deal Despite No Previous Fights

UFC star Matt Brown, an MMA veteran who has been with the UFC since 2008, spoke with The Fan Garage earlier this week prior to losing to Demian Maia during the preliminary card at UFC 198 last night in Brazil and criticized the UFC for signing former WWE superstar CM Punk to a contract with  Continue Reading »

Trial Date Announced For Dr. Chris Amann vs. CM Punk & Colt Cabana Case

Dr. Chris Amann’s lawsuit against CM Punk (Phil Brooks) and Colt Cabana (Scott Colton) will be heard before the Circuit Court of Cook County on June 27th, according to a report from The Wrestling Observer Newsletter. For those unaware of the story, Amann, who is the Senior Ringside Physician for the WWE, filed a defamation  Continue Reading »

CM Punk’s First UFC Opponent Confirmed

Former WWE Champion turned UFC fighter CM Punk’s first opponent in the UFC has now been confirmed as Mickey Gall who destroyed Mike Jackson on the Fight Pass portion of last night’s UFC Fight Night event in Las Vegas, Nevada, submitting Jackson in just 45 seconds of the first round. When he was interviewed after  Continue Reading »

CM Punk Responds To The Idea Of A Big Money WWE Return

Speaking through his official Twitter account, former WWE Champion turned UFC fighter CM Punk responded to a fan who stated that the WWE really miss Punk in the company now based on the current product and that Punk if he wasn’t contracted to UFC could have got a big money offer to return to the company.  Continue Reading »

Paul Heyman Says There Is “Zero Chance” Of CM Punk Returning To WWE Anytime Soon

In an interview with Sports Illustrated earlier this week, Paul Heyman commented on the potential of CM Punk returning to the WWE down the line and surprising everyone. “As of right now, ain’t no way he’s ever going back. I don’t know if I can make that statement in the future. I know his mindset  Continue Reading »

CM Punk Injured

Former WWE superstar turned UFC fighter CM Punk suffered a shoulder injury in training and will not be returning to train for his UFC debut until October 14th at the earliest after he sees a physician that day, according to a report from ESPN. Punk’s coach, Duke Roufus noted that Punk got caught in a  Continue Reading »

CM Punk & Colt Cabana File Responses To Dr. Chris Amann Lawsuit; WWE Issue Statement Regarding Allegations

According to a report from PWInsider.com, lawyers for former WWE superstars CM Punk (Phil Brooks) and Colt Cabana (Scott Colton) have filed responses and defenses to the lawsuit filed against them by WWE doctor Chris Amann who filed a defamation suit against the two in regards to Punk’s appearance on Cabana’s “Art of Wrestling” podcast  Continue Reading »

CM Punk Comments On The Passing of Roddy Piper

Speaking through his official Twitter account, former WWE superstar turned UFC fighter Phil “CM Punk” Brooks commented on the passing of WWE Hall of Famer “Rowdy” Roddy Piper. As mentioned previously on the site, Piper passed away in his sleep on Thursday night. He was 61 years old. When things were simple, he lit my  Continue Reading »

Dr. Chris Amann – CM Punk Lawsuit Update

In an update on the CM Punk/Dr. Chris Amann lawsuit, a report from The Washington Post notes that while Phil Brooks (CM Punk) asked a court in Cook County, Illinois on Monday to dismiss the case that WWE’s doctor, Chris Amann, has filed against him, the court ruled that it will be allowed to proceed.  Continue Reading »

New CM Punk Comic Book Project Confirmed

Marvel Comics announced during the C2E2 convention in Chicago, Illinois that former WWE Champion turned UFC fighter Phil “CM Punk” Brooks will be writing a new, ongoing series for Drax The Destroyer, a member of the Guardians of the Galaxy.

CM Punk Making Rare Signing Appearance Next Month

Former WWE Champion turned UFC fighter Phil “CM Punk” Brooks will be making a rare appearance at the C2E2 Expo (Chicago Comic & Entertainment Expo) at McCormick Place in Chicago from April 24th – April 26th. Punk will be signing autographs, taking photos and selling t-shirts during all three days of the expo.

CM Punk’s First Official UFC Fighter Portrait Photos Released

Getty Images have released the following fighter portrait photos of former WWE Champion Phil “CM Punk” Brooks in preperation for his UFC debut later this year. As of writing, Punk is expected to make his debut for the MMA organization sometime between October and December. View image | gettyimages.com View image | gettyimages.com View image  Continue Reading »

Video: Jim Ross Expects Big Things From CM Punk In MMA

AXS TV Fights sent out the following: Legendary wrestling commentator Jim Ross appeared on INSIDE MMA and gave his opinion on Phil “CM Punk” Brooks’ transition from professional wrestling to the UFC.

Video: CM Punk Discusses Progress In MMA Training

AXS TV Fights sent out the following: AXS TV’s INSIDE MMA kicked off its first show 2015 with newly signed UFC fighter and former professional wrestler Phil “CM Punk” Brooks who appeared alongside his new coach Duke Roufus. During the interview, series hosts Kenny Rice and Bas Rutten asked Brooks about his prospective weight class,  Continue Reading »

Photo: CM Punk & AJ Lee In Attendance At UFC 182

Former WWE Champion CM Punk and current WWE Diva AJ Lee were in attendance at last night’s UFC 182: Jones vs. Cormier pay-per-view event. Punk was shown on-screen during the pay-per-view broadcast, with the company noting that he would make his UFC debut later in the year.

CM Punk To Appear On UFC 182 Pre-Show Tonight

FOX Sports issued the following: CM PUNK APPEARS IN EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW TONIGHT ON UFC 182 PREFIGHT SHOW ON FOX SPORTS 1 Recently Signed Fighter Makes UFC 182 Predictions; Interview Airs Tonight at 7:00 PM ET On tonight’s UFC 182 PREFIGHT SHOW on FOX Sports 1, host Jon Anik and analysts Brian Stann and Dominick Cruz  Continue Reading »

Video: CM Punk Pre-UFC 182 Q&A

Former WWE Champion turned MMA fighter CM Punk (Phil Brooks) took part in a question and answer session today to hype tomorrow night’s UFC 182: Jones vs. Cormier event. In an interesting note, Punk came out to Living Colour’s “Cult of Personality” theme, which he noted recently that he would potentially use in his MMA  Continue Reading »