CM Punk salary, net worth, WWE return and how his in-ring career remains uncertain

CM Punk was one of the biggest names in professional wrestling who gained massive popularity during his time with WWE. CM Punk was released from the company over 5 years ago under mysterious circumstances which came as a shock to many in the industry and became a topic of much discussion and debate. Ever since his WWE departure, CM Punk has gone on to author for Marvel Comics, tried his hand at mixed martial arts (UFC) and even made a big-screen debut with the horror-thriller Girl on the Third Floor which came out recently. Here's how much money CM Punk has made in his career and what the future holds for him. Also Read | UFC: Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson Responds To Abusive Comments By Nate Diaz SHAPE \* MERGEFORMAT SHAPE \* MERGEFORMAT CM Punk net worth CM Punk has a net worth that currently stands at an estimated $8 million. His UFC debut against Mickey Gall earned him $500,000 for just one fight. Other contributors to his net worth include his association with Marvel, appearances in movies and TV shows. Also Read | Roman Reigns: WWE Star's Base Salary, Net Worth And What's Next CM Punk salary CM Punk drew a staggering $503,500 for his last UFC outing and his last annual WWE paycheck was reportedly around $1.1 million. Punk has been involved with numerous projects since his departure from the sport and does not have a fixed stream of revenue as it fluctuates depending on his activity. Also Read | The Undertaker: The Phenom's Salary, Net Worth And Next WWE Appearance CM Punk WWE return SHAPE \* MERGEFORMAT SHAPE \* MERGEFORMAT Tuesday's episode of WWE Backstage featured a lot of breaking news, but nothing tops the dramatic reveal that saw CM Punk make his much-anticipated comeback to WWE. Punk made a surprise entrance to his popular WWE entrance music, "The Cult of Personality" as he shocked the WWE Universe by announcing he would be joining the show next week. Ho-ly sh*t! Your chants have been answered!@CMPunk just showed up on #WWEBackstage on @fs1 - he’ll be appearing periodically on the show beginning next Tuesday night at 11pm ET! pic.twitter.com/kurMv2wr0k — WWE on FOX (@WWEonFOX) November 13, 2019 SHAPE \* MERGEFORMAT SHAPE \* MERGEFORMAT CM Punk – In-ring future remains uncertain For those unaware, CM Punk will only make periodical appearances on the studio-style show as an analyst. There are no reports if the former World Champion will compete in the ring. This is because CM Punk making an appearance on Tuesday was a Fox decision and the superstar has been employed by Fox, not WWE. But given the association with WWE TV, it is only likely that the fans may soon get to watch him compete in the squared circle. His full-time return to the sport could also have massive ramifications on how things play out for both WWE and its competitors. SHAPE \* MERGEFORMAT SHAPE \* MERGEFORMAT Also Read | Vince McMahon Willing To Put Aside Differences And Have CM Punk Back

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CM Punk salary, net worth, WWE return and how his in-ring career remains uncertain

CM Punk made his much-anticipated return at WWE backstage last Tuesday. Here is everything you need to know about the superstar and his shocking return.

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