Ups & Downs: WWE Raw Review - CM Punk Is BACK! (Nov 27)

[@WhatCultureWrestling]

What did everyone think of Punk's first promo back?

[@kyreeseclarke805]

it was fine

[@xfactor3000]

Gotta admit, it felt flat. A mix of pandering which is fine to a degree and then stating he's in it for the money. Just not a cohesive, tight and memorable promo. Just wanted more substance from it and it felt phony. I wouldn't say it bombed, but it was average at best.

[@akunwanneprosper7016]

Nice shade to AEW, Love to see it But if he's here just for the money He should be fed dream matches, and he loses all

[@smerdyakov_11]

What else do you expect? He cant be EDGY

[@aryan0111]

it was great. made more sense on the rewatch. We need to be patient.

[@dwellsinthedark4056]

Orton's return was so good, the tease they are doing with Rhea getting RKOd is hilarious, and "Daddy's back" was perfect. I know everyone was waiting for Punk, but Orton really stole the show. Welcome back Viper, we missed you 🐐

[@allenshadrick22]

She's gonna get rko'd and its gonna be beautiful! It's only a matter of time, we're might have to be patient, but I think it's inevitable.

[@jaysonpressley8642]

Nah, I was there for Orton. Never really cared about Punk.

[@tompatchak8706]

I really would like have the title of this video be or to his back… Oh, and so is punk. Punk coming back was a surprise to everybody which is cool. I miss that kind of stuff about Pro wrestling because of the dirt sheets sent to Internet, but Orton coming back. The slow bill was there, and we were all excited to see himand then punk showing up totally buried Orton all the way through. Really annoying.

[@tamzidmohsinkhan3333]

Punk also

[@gandalf_thegrey]

The Daddys Home line was ice cold my favorite moment of last night

[@RichYungRome22]

Best part about wwe right now is that the main eventers are megastars and the "mid-carders" are actually main eventers. Everyone in wwe matters right now. Hats off to HHH

[@AbigBlackcat]

Punk hit all his old references!!!: Seth turning the punk chants back to his chants was pure gold

[@DarianDavid-h1r]

Let's take our time to appreciate Orton's longevity as he competed in one on one matches against Rey Mysterio and his son Dominic Mysterio. Living Legend Randy Orton

[@HMB.21]

is it weird that R-Truth honestly made this episode of RAW so amazing and made me laugh 😂, I honestly missed him and his stupid replies and comebacks 😂. him being there today honestly made me emotional 🤣

[@irwincardozo6713]

Drew continues to be the most captivating character on Raw right now. His segment with Seth was great but the accidental bleeding made it awesome. Can't wait for him to kill Sami next week.

[@Jayden20933]

And hopefully jey too.

[@AronHallan]

Drew had one of the best glow ups and career revitalizations ever, just to think a few years ago he was being wasted in the jobber squad 3MB and now is a proper top guy, i'm happy for him.

[@twentyoneplusvideo0472]

He's awesome in person as well. Just impressive. He needs to be the next world champ and give Seth a break.

[@JasonAlpaugh-ni4qc]

I really hope and think you are right. What better way to progress the heel turn than absolutely destroying Zayn.

[@danielirl9252]

​@@AronHallanhe was in a team with Curtis axel... that will remain Drews peak

[@daviejay]

Im glad to see RTruth back, and Orton is in good health.

[@keepitfuknmetal]

Idea for Women’s Tag Titles: When Liv Morgan comes back, turn her heel and have her join the Judgment Day. She already has tag team history with Rhea. Rhea needs something to do in between her squash matches for the women’s title that no one ever even gets excited for because they know she’s just going to dominate. Elevates Rhea further because she’ll be a double champ. Makes the belts look more prestigious because you have plenty of babyfaces in the women’s division that can pine for them. Liv can come straight back and have some decent action. I think it’s an all around win.

[@auglicious]

R Truth is a national treasure and I have missed him

[@Kat_a_Nova]

I choked at "Not only did Randy pick the hard way. He picked the kinky way as well"

[@murphythestoryteller6378]

I really like this approach with CM Punk. If he had come in guns blazing with shoot after shoot after shoot, yeah it would've made a huge pop, every website and publication would go crazy, but that kinda heat doesn't seem sustainable for ever. This, however, you can slowly build up, make sure the energy rises steadily and is sustainable. I do think the "hypocrite turn" will come and it'll be faboo!

[@Proj3ctX1]

Drew was talking about Crown Jewel not War Games when he talked about a moment of sympathy which cost him the title match.

[@AlleyRose]

I really wanted the crowd to say “L.A. Knight” when Punk asked for a name.

[@stuntmanpatalexander4093]

Man, seeing Bronson and Ivar get visibly tired during the skirmish made it 100x better. And it was pretty damn good to start with!

[@Didrikkhu]

I am not a punk fan, but i do agree, the man has some serious star power.

[@Dj_CaTz1]

Like HHH said, everyone has an opinion ab punk

[@red_hood9733]

I don't care about punk, Randy Orton is back!🔥🔥🔥

[@dan7291able]

such a blunder bringing in punk when Randy was coming back either way, just stupid stupid

[@spiderjeff5845]

@@dan7291ableWhy are you all whining? We got two of the best wrestlers back at the same time. No one said you can’t be excited about both, I’d say they both are equally getting great reception with their returns

[@robertmckay5325]

​@spiderjeff5845 right? Not to mention, I highly doubt the feeling is mutual for Randy or Punk. I'm sure they're just happy to be back at all. These guys take wrestling too seriously.

[@SiFu_ConFuSus]

Nakamura coming for Cody Rhodes was something didn't know I wanted, but I'm excited for it.

[@scxiao]

"And then we arrived to probably the reason you tuned into Ups&Downs today" No, we tune in to Ups&Downs every week and CM Punk just arrived, that would be 2+2=Potato. We tune in because of Simon Miller!

[@josephcoxiii9712]

An unhinged nakamura vs rhodes is the stuff dreams are made of. Has the potential to eclipse the rollins feud, and that was amazing.

[@upamhandique8773]

Make that nightmares 😉😉

[@MrPrince416]

Nakamura is 10/10 and thanks to Seth and hopefully Cody more people will see that. I mean you could just go watch his nxt match with Sami but yea

[@GrandiaKnight]

Nakamura vs Punk would also be fun.

[@wstine79]

Wrestling wise, the tag team gauntlet what's the best part of the show.

[@dan7291able]

it did turn out pretty good i agree

[@TheLastUchiha444]

Agreed , very below average matches for one of the most anticipated Raws ever, at least they showcased the creed brothers

[@DaisuSaikoro]

That's kinda sad.

[@depresstiny]

Wrestling is crazy right now and I am here for it

[@royal_kingss9234]

R-Truth is a legend 😂😂

[@visionboostbd]

one of the most anticipated raw of the recent memories and it delivered

[@jcrider392]

Orton is growing on me so much. His obvious sheer excitement to be back is so admirable. I think I've watched wrestling now long enough that i can see it now from all angles and looking back at his career, he's gotten so many different versions of Randy Orton over, phenomenal in ring work, and top notch on the mic. Thought his promo was better and showed more emotion than Punk by far.

[@kalarse]

"we are not in Toto anymore Kansas" is a truly 2+2=potato moment, love Simon

[@rjgoodman4056]

AEW really ran Cody out of the company only for him to become WWE's next John Cena, gave up on Jade Cargill and now she's getting actual training and being presented like a big star by WWE, and pissed off CM Punk so much that it caused him to mend bridges with WWE. Legendary bag fumble.

[@djchess11050]

Ball bag

[@Mardyfacker]

AEW has turned itself into a feeder company for WWE, good job guys you're basically NXT with worse story telling 👏

[@hawaiiantimes7702]

That last one was hilarious 😂

[@quintinbrown2862]

nah that last fact is crazy 🤣 know how crazy your current gf have to be to make you hit up ya ex like “yeah alright alright alright you was right and I was wrong” 🤣🤣

[@thejbelectrified]

I'd challenge the gave up on Jade line. Seems she was always destined to head to WWE and that's why she dropped to Statlander when she did. No hard feelings, just business. Likewise everybody on AEW's side that I've heard says she was a good run, professional, and they wish her well.

[@frankhoward6645]

It was great to see Orton back on Raw & defeating Dom plus his interaction with Rhea was cool McIntyre turning heel was awesome he does better work I think Cm Punk's promo was good wondering what's going to happen as we move forward with Punk etc Simon as always you're hilarious it's the best

[@michelnewcomb9860]

Forgot to watch Raw last night and had to settle for the 90 minute Hulu version. To reduce it, they made the tag team turmoil look like there were only three teams involved. Until I saw the full results, I was confused why there was a tag team turmoil with only three teams. 😂 Also missed big men slapping man meat. 😢

[@sirmlf]

You can see HHH’s love for DIY coming through that gauntlet. They’ll get their moments soon too

[@bigtatsu]

Definitely. They looked really strong last night.

[@Clarkarias]

I laugh every time Simon makes a "Veer coming to Raw" reference.

[@manzi97]

Here's my thing I get Jay is their family but why are they only mad ar Jay for bloodline there was a guy that was also in war games that was also in bloodline that everyone seems to forget about Sami zayn

[@Kynji22]

Randy gave a wink after he said everyone in the bloodline. I immediately thought about Sami!!!

[@akunwanneprosper7016]

I tell you 😂 Drew mad at Jey, when Solo literally cost him the title at Clash at the Castle

[@BLACKSTA361]

​@@akunwanneprosper7016Drew is a crybaby. Saturday proved that yet again

[@echopersona3243]

When it comes to Randy Orton, I could be wrong, but I don’t Sami Zayn was in the Bloodline at the time where they brutalised Orton over a year ago.

[@psistarpsi80]

Greatest story they will never do: CM Punk brings out the AEW title that he still has and goes to Cody saying this is the title you could never win. Let's fight.

[@xfactor3000]

Gotta admit, Punk's promo felt flat. A mix of pandering which is fine to a degree and then stating he's in it for the money. Just not a cohesive, tight and memorable promo. Just wanted more substance from it and it felt phony. I wouldn't say it bombed, but it was average at best.

[@aarondent6557]

Very average, but I’m in the camp of “give him time to adjust back to this formula and more time with a mic and he’ll be good. With Cody it was literally the exact same. He had to come out and play to the crowd and just be little repetitive and cheesy sometimes but he has to endear himself to this new fan base and ones that have lost respect for him. Again like with Cody he will but don’t be surprised if for like another week we get a promo like this. But he’s a WWE guy he knows what to do. He will be fine. He might never be as big as Cody or Roman again but it’s ok. Those dudes are younger and in better condition. We’re still happy our boy is home!

[@kevinborders4387]

Punk said the word "truth" way too many times for r truth to not interrupt him

[@Carolinafan85]

Anyone else expecting Rhea to get RKOed , it's coming

[@jixseyloportacion9177]

They're saving it for the Rumble probably

[@lemmie_live5969]

If Randy shaves his head…it’s over for Mami

[@vb2806]

Hopefully. That's the thing I want to see the most.

[@LunaNyaVT]

Simon, Drew wasn’t talking about WarGames when Seth Slapped him, he was talking about Crown Jewel 😂

[@SimonMillerYT]

Oh 😂

[@BreakerX42]

The 2020s might be the best era of WWE since the year 2000

[@pimpcaIzz]

While I understand peoples criticism with Punks promo… I just was beaming ear to ear… I was so happy to see him back, because he was a staple point when I initially got into wrestling. So to see him back, I felt his words hit. Maybe just me🤷🏻‍♂️. But with what wrestling is, never say never is a real thing, and I always wanted him to come back. Edit; OH AND MIGHT I ADD. Even if turns out to be massive swerve for the feud against Rollins where’s hes a massive heel. EVEN BETTER.. HES ONE OF THE BEST ALL TIME HEELS

[@nelty0987654321]

EXACTLY! I think it leaves the door open for him to be the heel

[@alexblanco820]

I swear I love the “ absolute goober” line 😂 that’s my go to when I’m bantering with friends haha

[@juliooquendo220]

I dig Simon miller shirt. He must get it copyright. Also R truth is the GOAT. He is super funny including talking to Jelly Roll.

[@mayatmaot]

I think it's being sold on the prowreslingtees website

[@TheTCogo]

Punk's promo was pretty flat. I didnt expect him to shoot on AEW or Tony or even bring them up as i assume there's lawyers involved with everything. But it really was just a rehash of his first AEW promo which hit really well the first time, but i don't think we needed it again. Also Nakamura saying he'll bring "chaos" to Cody. Subtle hint?

[@smerdyakov_11]

Ivar is doing great stuffs as a single superstar.

[@TheGilgameshepic]

The Creeds have a bit of early Steiner Brothers about them, watching them it's almost scary to think how high their ceiling is.

[@saianurag2781]

Never thought I would hear "CHAOS" and Nakamura mentioned these many times together in WWE..😮

[@paulhiebert1887]

Im surprised Simon, you didn't mention the best line fron R-Truth I lost when he said "you guys are so sad, you need some good news, did you hear that Randy Orton is back"??? Definitely moved to best R-Truth line ever in my books!!! 😂😂😂

[@shawntucker6054]

There is still another 8 weeks till the next PLE So everything going on rn on the first Raw going into the Royal Rumble to start the road to WrestleMania is just meant for way to find their best stories and best direction

[@zmf8949]

I 100% agree with Simon’s take on the promo, and Wilbourn also hit the nail on the head in today’s news video.

[@dan7291able]

It was a decent promo, then he ends it, off mic, telling the camera man "not here to make friends here to make money" just takes away ALL the mystique this loser had, really surprised he shot himself in the foot there lol

[@heftyhugh9086]

​@dan7291able you sound upset

[@dan7291able]

@@heftyhugh9086 I'm as happy as can be thanks! Just not a fan of that washed troublemaker lol Sorry I upset YOU 🤣

[@heftyhugh9086]

@@dan7291able but you clearly are upset. If you weren't upset, you wouldn't comment.

[@matrixmessiah6083]

people are allowed to have opinions you shill@@heftyhugh9086

[@Bluebass5120]

That little Jimmy skit, killed me! 🤣

[@ImEricBrandt]

The crowd was terrible last night. I hope they never go back to that town/area. Crazy the difference between going to Puerto Rico and these random cities where no one cares

[@rolfgangrolfadeus3343]

Man i love ups and downs with simon miller but "the arkahm asylm tactics" are more than genius I got a warm and fuzzy feeling in my tum - tum 😊 Thank you

[@kennethlipkins3243]

R-Truth is pure gold

[@timkelly6065]

R truth should be the only one in WWE that is left unscripted. He is solid gold.

[@raveisalltherage]

So many things had to go into CM punks return, but I don’t think he would’ve came back if Vince was awarded the creative control again

[@mattb1760]

What they did with the tag tourny was perfect. I didnt know who the creed brothers were, but after that im now a fan.

[@dan7291able]

Yeah theyre pretty solid, they keep winning too which is odd to the other tag teams lmao

[@elijahloveell8809]

They had a great showing

[@JonathanRamsey87]

When Simon threw the puppet and the puppet yelled ahhh lmao I lost it laughing so hard 🤣🤣🤣

[@aj2766]

Ngl...after JellyRoll's speech at the CMA's, which was damn inspiring, i was happy to see him be a big wrestling fan and be in the show.

[@Vikt0rian]

My god... The fucking throwing kid sketch gets me every time... I can't handle it... Please Simon, never change, always be true to yourself you are a funny man.

[@DJDoubleCee]

Definitely won’t be surprised if they pitch a feud between C.M. Punk and Seth Rollins.

[@nervoussips2622]

Have you not paid attention? Punk called him out

[@DJDoubleCee]

@@nervoussips2622 See what I mean?

[@nervoussips2622]

@DJDoubleCee it was kinda obvious that was the direction after Seth's response. Only thing we can hope for is punk doesn't win

[@BossofBosses111]

​@@nervoussips2622I am rooting for Punk to win at Mania

[@nervoussips2622]

@someguymcgee1843 why?

[@tylersmith8793]

My favorite part was when he said he's changed and you could literally hear millions of eyes collectively rolling

[@dan7291able]

LOL i BURST out laughing personally

[@FailedBard]

CM Punk teased feuds with Cody, Seth, and Roman without naming any of them. It was a brilliant promo which lays groundwork without giving anything away or making any promises in case plans change between now and then, but directly ties into Seth's earlier promo to show that's the one that'll happen first between the three.

[@dylanogg347]

Rhodes Vs. Nakamura is gonna be dope. I reckon it might run up to the Royal Rumble.

[@iamkodywilliams]

Shinsuke Nakamura made a reference about Chaos Hopefully WWE is signing Okada in 2024 So many great matches to come if they do

[@tamzidmohsinkhan3333]

R Truth is comedic genius

[@chrisg3193]

after a 12 hour shift, hearing simon is always the best part of the day, especially when he stuff like this 14:56

[@HeelSection3825]

I'll give him credit for ONE thing. EVERY TIME Phil gets on the mic, he actually manages to convince A LOT of people that he cares about someone OTHER than himself!!??!! GIVE THAT MAN AN OSCAR!!!!

[@AliFrankTheTank]

Drew/Seth/Jey/Sami dynamic was 🔥🔥 .. Randy > even tho he probably goes to Smackdown Punk hitting the heyman, AJ shoutouts, callin seth afraid cause the best on the ring and mic is back, “i’m home” and he here to make money not friends 😂😂 W Raw

[@simplyrecommended]

I like punk but i remember him saying to mjf The grass isnt always greener on the otherside🤔

[@XArreola-jz1ev]

Yeah and he was right that’s why he went to where the grass is green and not dry

[@kyreeseclarke805]

things change besides he was in character

[@EdwardBevins]

Who?

[@vb2806]

I mean HHH has always maintained that if Punk calls he is ready to do business, this time both are a little less egoistic

[@Dannystateofmind]

The “3 minutes joke at 5:24 might have went over some people’s heads but that was gold

[@_Pauper_]

Did anyone mention Shin saying “I will bring CHAOS to you”? Nice little nod to his NJPW days.

[@KennethSwann-wx6hu]

tozawa never farted 😂 that’s nasty is another way of saying funky but in a good way lmao. They’re complimenting his dancing basically 😂😂

[@tomseville2345]

I think it's because Maxxine reacted like she'd smelled something bad...

[@tamzidmohsinkhan3333]

Gunther vs Randy Orton feud will be interesting

[@samroelke8097]

To be fair VEER comes to Raw so infrequently only lasting 120 seconds isn't too bad

[@Johnnybsknees]

Can Roman beat Randy somewhat clean at Rumble so that it makes him look a little stronger before Cody beats him at Mania? I think that would be cool.

[@sakumayb9304]

I have never heard about the jelly guy. And also creed brothers vs imperium was so amazing and super aggressive match

[@chrisg3193]

For randy to hear that the Bloodline is crumbling to the judgement day rising is one dystopian timeline to another

[@marquiswoolford6859]

It’s important to note that Truth was not eating any desserts, but “jelly rolls”! Also he had said “How’d I do?!” which was hilarious!!!

[@madrockerdude]

9:13 is pure gold

[@OriginalRyan]

They need to do a women's tag team championship elimination tournament. Have straight up quality matches instead of stories & winners challenge at Rumble. The best women's matches are just pure wrestling, no drama needed. Showcase the athleticism & I'll be behind it 100%.

[@RedHoodFH]

To me, last night showed you the difference between randy and punk. Randy could barely contain his emotion while punk looked at the camera and said 'I'm here to get paid' I like punk but this really is a paycheck to him

[@GeekyMitch]

I say it every single time we see him. We do not deserve R-Truth. He is the man that keeps on giving. I DO wish we could occasionally see him win a match, because we tend to forget he's damn good in the ring too...but yeah. Dude is amazing.

[@loverofbeers]

May a higher power bless you, Simon.

[@DJones1812]

Don't go calling Vince down on Simon! 😱

[@DragonHeart613]

Except for Punk talking hypocrisy (Tell You When You're Telling Lies huh punk?) & Nia Botch squashing Zoey, this was a fantastic Raw.

[@guywilliams6569]

Hey, you got your CONSTANT "Kansas/toto" joke RIGHT this time!!!

[@RyanDMoore]

It feels like the crowd was dead, I was feeling unintentionally uninterested before the tag match ended. The worst time for him to return in terms of calendar and story, we're in for a SLOOOOOOW burn?

[@Kidapollo92]

Priest:.. we do need a tv tho lol

[@SamuraiCat999]

The biggest down is CM Punk.

[@BaLLHands87]

Brown down forever

[@KZ900R]

Truths bit with Judgement Day was gold. Now they just have to have him walk through each one of them effortlessly and accidentally win Dom’s title. He’s great

[@dan7291able]

Cody vs Shinsuke will be a low key amazing match, you just know it Wonder if Seth vs Punk is a Rumble event or a WrestleMania event

[@tamzidmohsinkhan3333]

CM Punk vs Seth Rollins will be big money feud

[@conradsutton1456]

I was surprised no one alluded to not only were Seth and Becky in War Games,they both started it.

[@johnpittsii7524]

Thanks for the review Simon ❤

[@rahulmcintyre2553]

I thought CM Punk vs Rollins build. But nope. Still Raw was great. Cause GOAT Randy Orton had promo.and a Match.

[@davelee3626]

I feel like they started the Rollins/punk story. Seth mentioned the punk crowd and took a shot and punk specifically said “almost everyone” when talking about people being happy/nice for his return. Slow burn. Not sure if we get it at rumble or mania, but we will def get it.

[@tamzidmohsinkhan3333]

Randy getting his first victory in 1 year is interesting

[@davidhunt3689]

One of the best angles ever took a year+ IT'LL NEVA BE OVA

[@BizarreWrld]

My only problem with the creed brothers is the Brutus ball, he landed straight onto geos shoulder with all his weight. He needs to do it safely or don’t do it.

[@anthonyturner6399]

Yeah I thought Geo was injured, it looked so bad. Idk if I’m a big fan of the finisher but they are super cool to watch.

[@rkwuggie-4205]

good to speak to you at the CPW in glasgow

[@adayinthelifeofJB]

I can't wait fkr these twists, turns, and swerves that are gonna happen. Things can go in so many directions

[@allygunzz]

in the day and age of social media let’s just thank seth rollins for being a true professional and keeping Kayabe alive because i truthfully can’t tell you if he really hates punk but this feud is going to be generational… cm punk back in wwe really feels like we woke up in a alternate reality 😭

[@DKDove]

21:59 Imagine Becky Lynch sees horizon as she said in AJ LEE! Cm Punk AJ vs Rollins Becky :D It would be perfect in the future!