CM Punk finally reveals what "SM" really means - and it's not what you think!
The meaning of the mysterious "CM" in his ring name.
Professional wrestler CM Punk has captivated fans around the world with his long-awaited return to the ring, and this week he shocked them again by finally revealing the meaning of the mysterious "CM" in his ring name.
Punk at a press conference
"This is a small tribute to my hero, Conor McGregor," Punk told the AEW press conference this morning. “Every day I wake up and strive to be like Conor McGregor, the greatest fighter and man in the world.”
CM Punk's confession What is the meaning of the name Punk?
Punk's admission put an end to many other theories about the meaning of Punk's moniker that had long been debated among internet couch wrestlers.
Previous theories debunked include:
Chick Magnet
Charles Manson
Synadict Mombotch
Super Muden
Gray gelding
Inspiration for the CM Punk title
Punk's recent admission that Conor McGregor is the inspiration for his nickname has sparked further debate online, as Punk chose his nickname long before McGregor became a well-known Irish fighting actor in the fake "sport" of mixed martial arts.
When asked by reporters to clarify this inconsistency, Punk sat cross-legged, took a deep breath, and admitted that "CM actually stands for Super Muden, and let's get it over with!".