AEW: In a surprising turn of events, All Elite Wrestling (AEW) has officially terminated the wrestler and employment agreements of Phillip Brooks, widely known as CM Punk. The decision was announced by Tony Khan, the CEO, General Manager, and Head of Creative of AEW, during a pre-recorded statement on today’s episode of AEW Collision.
Tony Khan Explains Firing CM Punk
Khan began by acknowledging the difficulty of the decision, stating that it was one of the toughest choices he has had to make in his professional career. He proceeded to shed light on the reasons behind Punk’s termination, citing a backstage incident that occurred at AEW All In last Sunday as the primary cause.
“The incident was regrettable, and it endangered people backstage,” Khan explained. “This includes the production staff and the individuals who work tirelessly to put on our show every week, innocent people who were not involved in the incident.”
As a longtime fan and producer of wrestling events for over three decades, Khan expressed his disappointment in having to make such a decision.
Following the incident, an extensive internal investigation was conducted by AEW, which lasted for a week. The AEW Discipline Committee, in conjunction with outside legal counsel, subsequently convened and unanimously recommended to Khan that CM Punk be terminated with cause.
Regarding Punk’s contributions to AEW, Khan acknowledged his importance and expressed gratitude for his involvement. However, he made it clear that the decision to terminate Punk’s contracts with cause ultimately rested with him alone.
As of now, no further details regarding the specific nature of the backstage incident have been disclosed. It remains to be seen how this decision will impact AEW’s future plans and the ongoing storylines within the promotion.
AEW fans will undoubtedly be eager to learn more about the incident and its repercussions. However, with Tony Khan’s primary focus on ensuring the safety and well-being of everyone involved in AEW, it is evident that the decision to terminate CM Punk’s contract was made with careful consideration and the best interests of the promotion at heart.
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