CM Punk breaks character UNSEEN! Royal Rumble 2008

[@Doomthinkingman]

Man, that had to be the best feeling in the world. Working with your idol and having him give that nod of approval.

[@DaveDuncanMusic]

Nobody approves of this turd.

[@MycommentsRfacts]

And to think just a few years later cm punk would turn around and act like wwe never did anything good for him

[@lounasty69]

I know rowdy should be honored 😊

[@federalbubinspector1869]

​@@MycommentsRfacts i mean that was rowdy roddy piper who did that not wwe

[@FTWDKSSB]

Micah 4:5 5 All the nations may walk in the name of their gods, but we will walk in the name of the Lord our God for ever and ever.

[@FelipeYoshioCordeirodeSouza]

To think that Piper left us shortly after that meeting

[@legendkillla21]

Yeah about 7yrs later 😢

[@coreyeichelberger2516]

@@legendkillla21 no the raw was at the end of 2013 start of 2014 piper passed in 2015 so not 7 yrs

[@welcom2myworld12]

​@JeremyTheSavior83 you think the shield was around in 2008? Lol

[@eliasmg9144]

Which honestly makes me think that cm punk could suffer a similar fate and just the thought of it mad me sad

[@rudrakshpainuly1294]

atleast Punk met his hero

[@fynmerkyYTL8134L]

Punk in the rumble breaking down laughing was so wholesome.

[@Vilaa-w-]

Looked like he was sobbing lol

[@FakeMessiah909]

I feel like kids are just discovering the word wholesome

[@ajexxan3415]

@@Vilaa-w- it’s really funny I recently watched the 2008 rumble and he was looking around at everyone while he had this huge smile on his face as if to say “how amazing is this”

[@redrazorx-23]

Seeing Punk smiling like a little kid in the ring watching Roddy Piper makes me smile.

[@DV-cn7vb]

You should look up the story Look up cody rhodes rowdy piper story Funny as hell Apparently witht the camera panned on him Rowdy just randomly yelled YOU MOTHERF***ER and the camera pans away instantl and mic gets cut for a few seconds Everyone in the ring is hiding their laughter

[@UntitledName4]

@@DV-cn7vb no way! Was this in a Rumble match? 😂

[@calebkasprzyk7114]

Piper was to Punk what Punk was to MJF.

[@heelgill]

It's wild, cause I think MJF is also inspired by Rowdy Roddy Piper.

[@kobi005]

Same as the Flair, HBK and Jericho chain.

[@ashleywintle572]

I think MJF is a hybrid of a few, bit of Flair, bit of Punk, bit of Piper

[@kidkold7242]

But piper actually liked punk

[@FelipeYoshioCordeirodeSouza]

Shawn drove Marty Jannetty's face through the glass, then Jericho did it to Shawn, then Kevin did it to Jericho

[@naviskywalker]

Punk watching Snuka at Piper at the Rumble makes him like a kid in a candy store.

[@TakerKaneanite619]

Clearly, the phrase "never meet your heroes" was something that Punk is glad wasn't the case. He met his hero and he wasn't disappointed, there was clearly so much joy and admiration for his hero.

[@ahsanahmad3889]

Don't know why I had goosebumps when cm punk ran out to save him

[@cornhq]

I’ll always be in Punks corner because at the end of the day the dude always keeps it real. Gotta respect it.🤙

[@finnvalor1915]

He doesn’t know who you are just saying

[@cornhq]

@@finnvalor1915 Never said he did stop projecting.

[@finnvalor1915]

@@cornhq Ok but he doesn’t know who you are

[@cornhq]

@@finnvalor1915 What does that have to do with anything

[@mayson9817]

@@cornhq seriously like a wrestler is supposed to know everyone of his fans 😂

[@victorevans2867]

Punk's face when he's sitting against the ropes pure joy at where his life had taken him

[@like2jo4796]

Man when i noticed CM punk laughing in the royal rumble by seeing Roddy i thought he was laughing because he can't control his laughter seeing Roddy because he looked so funny but now i realised Roddy is his childhoor hero

[@tyfromthe5thdimension26]

He was laughing because Roddy got up on the apron pointed at Snuka and screamed "YOU MOTHER F***ER" Cody rhodes told the story cause he punk and Morrison were all trying to hide their faces from the camera

[@anthonyaraujo9919]

that was wholesome

[@producedby111]

Punk doing the same with Cora Jade.I love it

[@biswajittripathy3622]

That's the goal.. your hero acknowledged you as his equal in something ❤

[@andrurec]

And now Punk is a legend too,he inspired future hopes of wrestling like Mjf😢

[@Titans17-0]

Damn somehow i must have forgot or missed this back in the day but man punk must’ve felt like a kid in that ring.

[@emperor223]

Rest easy,Rod and Superfly.

[@kryten6569]

Look how young and happy punk looks before wwe drained the love outta him

[@moriordan85]

It's also 20years ago... Id imagine that even if WWE gave Punk everything he wanted and more 20yrs of slamming your body off the ground and traveling 300days a year would do a number on someones body. But you were just gonna find a way to bash WWE no matter what huh. Punk was pushed as a world champion for like 4-5yrs before he quit. Worked every big name in the business, lived his dream to be the top champ in the top company, got to live out his dream being in the ring with Piper multiple times. He met his wife & made life long friends while paying him millions giving him the exposure that gave him the opportunity to live out another dream of being in the UFC, and without his time in WWE would he command the money in AEW now? Nope..... WWE Did more for CMPunk than 90% of the people who ever got into the wrestling business. He really needs to get past his issues with WWE & really stop and understand what he achieved there and not look back at his career with such a sour taste. The only complaint he has is that he didnt go on last at a WrestleMania. Well fuck, less than 40 different wrestlers can make the claim that they closed one of the 39 WrestleMania Cards, nevermind how few can say they won the main event Piper Orndorff Mr T Hogan Bundy Andre Savage Dibiase Warrior Slaughter Flair Yoko Bret Bam Bam LT HBK Taker Austin Rock HHH Foley Big Show Jericho Lesnar Angle Benoit Cena Edge Orton Miz Batista Daniel Bryan Reigns Rollins Ronda Becky, Charlotte, Kevin Owens, Cody Night 1's of 2 night Manias don't count in my book, but if they did then you'd add in The Uso's Sami Zayn, Bianca Bel Air AJ Styles Does he belong in that mix? Absolutely. Is it a career travesty? Idk.. hard to believe he wouldn't ended a mania if he stayed.

[@joolsmacgrools1288]

​@@moriordan85it was nearly 16 years ago. But you make some valid points. Let's not rule out the possibility of Punk going back to WWE for one last hurrah. Never say never.

[@misterundead425]

@@moriordan85 Fake title reigns don't mean anything if the storylines aren't good. Go back and watch his 434-day reign; it was pretty weak, and he wasn't treated like the top guy. Like, they had Cena vs. Laurinaitis as the main event over him vs. Bryan. And if you remember, Punk was literally the reason Laurinaitis became an on-screen character too, and for weeks they had Punk and Laurinaitis going at it, and the crowd was into it, but then one week they were no longer feuding, and it was now Cena's feud.

[@InvincibleYoungEmpire]

Had to be an amazing feeling being in a program with someone you loved growing up and having respect for. Miss you, Roddy! So much.

[@jipsumies3435]

So glad they met

[@TobiDyLetsPlay100]

Man's Dream came true -> being summonend by his Idol for Support in Ring -> Beyond Epic

[@DaForgottenGentleman]

No lie that Punk vs shield was an underrated fued he had good works with all of em! They did my boi dirty towards the end of his contract tho!

[@mayson9817]

True, I don’t remember what happened to that doctor, it seemed like he and WWE didn’t care about Punk being sick and injured.

[@nickaikens5673]

Rowdy making a cm punk reference is wholesome

[@ModernDayRenaissanceMan]

Piper was my guy too. Dont get me wrong. I was a Hulkamaniac too. But at school - arguing with the kids in the 1980s... I always picked Piper because no one else would. 10 kids would stand around & 7 would argue Hulk was the best ever. 1 would say Flair. Maybe another would respect that. Then someone else would chip in a random wrestler like Andre or Lex or Sting. Then I was the guy reppin Piper. To hear MJF today mention him & how thats come down from so long ago... It really warms my heart. I love MJF. I never saw CM Punk except for his AEW run. I hated WWE & quit watching in 2006. But I did become a Punk fan when he beat up the Bucks & Kenny backstage. AEW is broken & Punk & MJF are the only people (besides FTR) who can fix it. I hope the EVPs realize they are a niche product & we as fans need to push thr Collision show higher than the others to show them who the boss is!

[@cosmodash6360]

Rowdy Piper, Bret Hart, Jim Cornette and probably a couple more wrestling legends... ALL THOSE OLD SCHOOL LEGENDS HAVE ONLY PRAISING WORDS FOR CM PUNK. When you impress the old guys and earned their respect, you know you made IT. ONLY CM PUNK CAN SAVE ALL ELITE WRESTLING ❤

[@ceoChief09]

Stone cold and Rey mysterio too

[@SolidSnacks_18]

also Undertaker and the Rock nothing but praise they said about working with him.

[@like2jo4796]

Jon moxley and Punk might be the correct answer

[@botdfbvb]

Its impressive to get Cornette to like anyone. Guy fucking hates pretty much everyone and everything 💀

[@SolidSnacks_18]

@huehuebrbr He likes when people take the product seriously and not have wrestlers to try to harm themselves or their opponent by doing anything stupid or pointless.

[@johnytwotimes4072]

Same!!! Piper was my favorite as a kid. He is sorely missed

[@100DaysExile]

Piper and Punk are two of the greatests to hold that microphone.

[@padmakishorbarik1884]

Cm Punk is most handsome guy in wrestling business. I love him❤. he's hero of professional wrestling🥰

[@jamalcollier24]

Watching the 2008 rumble and remembered this video

[@subtlenuances]

Ayeee glad you thought of this. Means more views for my edit lol

[@badassmofo3452]

CM PUNK! CM PUNK! CM PUNK!

[@deckzone3000]

Don't come back! Don't come back!

[@Itayarav]

@@deckzone3000 oh I I'm gonna come

[@kortneymay5390]

I never saw that royal rumble moment. And is bow my favorite cm punk moment. Thats heat!

[@HDX_47]

Punk laughing and Cena coming back are my only two highlights of Royal Rumble 2008

[@michaelshepley7200]

To be honest these are 2 of my favorite entertainers

[@elijahspeller6796]

Punk marking out at the rumble is legendary😂😂

[@twinkletoes5704]

Piper is my favourite promo of all time by far, what a legend ❤ RIP Hot Rod

[@rj5822]

And the fact that CM Punk was the biggest advocate of Ambrose/Moxley back in those days

[@mt.sefuri3909]

My dad loved Roddy Rowdy Piper and I love CM Punk, two different generations. They're the best in the world.

[@SpiralPoli]

The glory days 😭

[@Electrifying316HBK]

Imagine your idol being one of the greatest talkers of all time and 30 years after seeing him for the first time he says that you can match him on the mic. That's gotta feel special.

[@frozenfoxgames5300]

And not only does he say you can match him on the microphone, hes says that you are the only one that can match him.

[@The2010DC]

@@frozenfoxgames5300its a skit, take it easy. Im sure if he was asked he would say he is too tier but there are many better

[@michaelpeasah8690]

​@@The2010DClike who, and don't say cena or rock

[@The2010DC]

@@michaelpeasah8690 Austin was, shawn was around his caliber, at his prime yes the rock was, roddy, dusty destroys him, flair, jericho can go toe to toe. There were a lot. They have overhyped him because one sit down speech. He is great but not the best or in the too 5. And no Cena sucks. He was good but he ended alright at best.

[@michaelpeasah8690]

@@The2010DC 🙄🙄okay

[@royalty1196]

RIP Hot Rod ❤ if he was still with us I would've loved to see him pop up in the punk/mox feud

[@secondcitysaint8558]

The best in the world

[@thephantom8837]

There's a reason why Punk's mic moments are called Pipe Bombs

[@DaPhoenix777]

Humble punk is what made him the star he was to be

[@genarogilormino2139]

Phil is a great professional wrestler, and I give him a ton of respect and credit for having the balls to train his ass off and fight in the UFC when the skill level wasnt there for him, and he was at a,disadvantage ❤❤❤❤❤, such heart and guts

[@PrabhsimranSingh15]

CM Punk was truly the shining and rising star who could have given so much to this industry. Too bad they made him or let him go. What a waste of pure and sheer talent. CM Punk during his "Pipe Bomb" prime days was literally unstoppable. If they bring him back even now. There might be some chance wrestling fans will start coming back to watch the show just to catch Punk's performance.

[@deckzone3000]

He was great on the mic, but only average in the ring. And now he's not even average anymore.

[@pleaseshutup7053]

@@deckzone3000 great on the mic is rare if you are average in the ring you can get carried like many other superstars

[@mikeya3143]

I’m not a huge CM punk fan but he’s truly lucky to have fought Guerrero Benoit. And to meet his idol

[@ChristinaFromYoutube]

This made me cry

[@TheDruDogg84]

I had the honor of meeting piper in 2013 in Indiana, was one of the most genuine, nicest guys I have ever met and so funny. Really miss him a lot

[@HH-45]

Bro came in line the avengers 😂😂😂😂😂

[@PoutingTrevor]

Da Maniac loves ya.

[@Leeftyy-q1m]

Actually wholesome Punk moment.

[@mitchmoses5258]

Getting goosebumps watching this

[@scarvello]

This is the cm punk I miss, the true straight edge cm punk.

[@alejandrozunigaavila2398]

Dude became a fan, awesome.

[@Sahil-pc2kr]

It probably eats up the Shield members so much that Punk has the approval of legends while they remain bitter towards him.

[@SponsorNo1]

Piper should've been world champion. Such a cool guy 💪

[@joeymccoy4615]

R.I.P. Roddy you are my favorite wrestler as well!!!!!

[@ListenClub4Life]

I remember seeing him talk to John Morrison that royal rumble lol

[@kevinthompson5691]

Dude I would die for Roddy!!! Man. HOF!!!!! dude what a privilege to be there

[@rebelwithoutaclue9387]

I loved Piper! He was my favourite even as a seven year old kid in the eighties when everyone loved Hogan I couldn’t get enough of him! Being first generation Canadian, from Scottish immigrants he was so cool with his kilt, and obnoxiousness. He reminded me of my father and uncles after a few to much Glenfiddich 😂

[@BugsyTB89]

He loves Brett Hart also

[@joseantoniogarcia1677]

He admires Piper for his mic skills and trash talking, and Bret for his in ring skills

[@jaymaestro]

C.M punk be looking like wolverine in the last clip

[@enzopalma5376]

That’s awesome, I love humans at times like this

[@MarketVVizard]

The underdog

[@jjrivas3]

THATS why Mox dislikes Punk!

[@adampatterson5475]

Guess who showed up to Raw tonight lol

[@ninjanunch27]

The Second City Saint. Hits different when your from Chicago. Punk is one of the goats. He could of been a top guy in any era

[@Caldawg228]

Piper❤❤❤❤❤ so underrated. I Used To Love His Feud Against Adrian Adonis When He Destroyed The Flower Shop.

[@ChrisJProductionz]

Punk was a variation of Stone Cold, Rowdy Piper, and Bret Hart

[@NemesisEnforcer4937]

R.I.P. Hot Rod

[@deana6072]

To this very day Cm Punk > Shield

[@scorpions1965]

The Scorpions are a legendary rock band that has captured the hearts of millions with their anthemic songs and electrifying performances. Hailing from Germany, this iconic group has been a driving force in the world of rock music for over five decades. With their signature blend of melodic hard rock and power ballads, the Scorpions have solidified their place as one of the most successful and enduring bands in the history of rock. Formed in 1965 in Hanover, Germany, the Scorpions initially began as a beat and rhythm and blues band. However, it was in the 1970s when they embraced a heavier sound and began to explore the realms of hard rock and heavy metal. The band's classic lineup consists of Rudolf Schenker on rhythm guitar, Klaus Meine on vocals, Matthias Jabs on lead guitar, Francis Buchholz on bass, and Herman Rarebell on drums. In 1972, the Scorpions released their debut album, "Lonesome Crow," which showcased their early psychedelic and progressive rock influences. Although the album received positive reviews, it wasn't until their follow-up releases that the band truly found their musical direction. Albums like "Fly to the Rainbow" (1974) and "In Trance" (1975) showcased their evolving sound and solidified their status as one of Germany's premier rock acts. The 1970s marked a transformative era for rock music, with countless bands emerging and leaving a lasting impact on the genre. Among them, the Scorpions stood tall as pioneers of hard rock and heavy metal, carving their path to success with an electrifying sound and the unparalleled talent of lead guitarist Uli Jon Roth. It was the release of "Virgin Killer" in 1976 that marked a turning point for the Scorpions. The album featured a heavier and more aggressive sound, driven by powerful riffs and Klaus Meine's distinctive vocals. However, it was the controversial album cover, featuring a young girl, that sparked controversy and led to the album being banned in some countries. Despite the controversy, "Virgin Killer" established the band as a force to be reckoned with in the rock music scene. The Scorpions reached new heights of international success with their ninth studio album, "Blackout," released in 1982. The album spawned the hit singles "No One Like You" and "Blackout," which showcased the band's ability to write catchy, melodic hard rock anthems. "Blackout" propelled the Scorpions to global stardom and laid the foundation for their future success. In 1984, the Scorpions released what would become one of their most iconic and commercially successful album, "Love at First Sting." which included hits like "Rock You Like a Hurricane" and "Still Loving You," further cementing the Scorpions' status as one of the greatest rock bands of all time. In 1988 they released one of their finest works “Savage Amusement” album, which met positive reviews. And in 1990 they released one of the greatest albums in Rock history “Crazy World”. The album featured the chart-topping power ballad "Wind of Change," which became an anthem of hope and freedom during the era of political change in Eastern Europe. Throughout their career, the Scorpions have maintained a remarkable consistency in delivering powerful and memorable performances. Their live shows are known for their energy, musicianship, and the undeniable chemistry between the band members. Songs like "Big City Nights," "The Zoo," “Coast to Coast,” and "Holiday" have become staples of their live repertoire, captivating audiences around the world. Despite the passing of time, the Scorpions continue to create and perform music that resonates with fans old and new. Their 2010 album, "Sting in the Tail," was announced as their final studio album, marking the end of their illustrious career. However, the band's love for music and their loyal fan base led them to reconsider, and they continued to tour and release new material. And in 2022 they released their newest album “Rock Believer” after 7 years since their album “Return to forever”. Hope to hear more from them in 2023 and afterwards.

[@wanderlustwarrior]

This is sweet.

[@eduardoesquivias7038]

Rest in peace mr piper you are truly one of kind

[@joeyclemenza7339]

CM Punk is ABSOLUTELY this generations Rowdy Roddy Piper, hands down. MJF will get there one day… but for now? CM Punk is a generational heel that’s still inspiring millions to get in the ring and pick up a mic.

[@Bownzinho]

“Unseen!” Anyone who was watching it saw it

[@garylopez1632]

RIP Rowdy Roddy!😢😢😢

[@ViewsByTaz]

Aaahh man ! He lived his dream ❤

[@americasfavoritehoarder]

Shit... I have the same memory of Piper and Snuka.

[@ThyNameIsCool]

What is funnier is that Taker has been in the ring with both PIPER AND SNUKA

[@fettysossaaofficial6445]

Gotta thank him for the shield 🛡

[@Rogue_Innocence]

I remember CM Wolverine Punk

[@trujilloideando13]

Now it all makes sense!

[@BakedNConfused]

*They Live is a documentary!!*

[@edwardhosmer5726]

Piper is also the star of 1 of the greatest documentaries ever made

[@rynor2691]

He then went on to inspire arguably one of the best heels of all time MJF

[@meguminchan4809]

MJF is just mid now with the 4 pillars storyline..

[@rynor2691]

@@meguminchan4809 you know that's not true cuz it's the opinion of a weeb

[@meguminchan4809]

@@rynor2691 you know it's true,Tony trying his best to make mjf title reigns meaningless..🤣🤣

[@rynor2691]

@@meguminchan4809 even if it was true the title wasn't what made him great

[@margaretseddon2230]

Gavin says : Piper and Punk the best in the world and the best on the mic!!!!

[@whodat3288]

Da maniac loves you (iykyk)

[@Drunkzilla.]

Man,imagine a feud between Punk and Rowdy in the early 2000's,easily a predict of Punk Vs MJF.

[@unknownoriginal8004]

Punk is awesome.

[@aaronsadlo7990]

Green shirt guy was there too

[@davelinkin]

He’s still the little kid living out his dream , Sure damn would have felt great to have his idol’s recognition

[@breazy832]

Crazy to rhi k he actually denounced this connection in a promo

[@Bike_Chain]

He's really like all of us

[@souperstar7050]

If I remember correctly, Roddy Piper wanted to to a tag team match with him and CM Punk VS Hulk Hogan and John Cena at a WrestleMania. That would have been cool.

[@SwayzeKobain420]

Wish I could've seen that.

[@liamjm9278]

Hogan would probably politic his way to a win again.

[@standardofexcellence]

This is like ambrose with jake

[@lijh]

DeanAmbrose/Moxley is absolutely the $hitz on the mic. Punk & Piper are top tier..

[@BawlsMahoney]

Punks last raw appearance

[@harshaman7312]

Great Punk 😈🎃✨

[@onionknight5553]

The Maniac