The impact of WWE great “Stone Cold” Steve Austin on the professional wrestling industry can never be erased. The Rock seemed to be Austin’s last opponent at WrestleMania 19, but he gloriously returned at WrestleMania 38, beating Kevin Owens. Nevertheless, it is unclear when he will make further appearances in the ring.
A possible conflict between Austin and CM Punk has been attracting fan attention ever since Punk’s return to WWE last year, due to their previous relationship. Lately, the Attitude Era legend has been vocal about his belief that he and Punk will have an exciting bout.
Stone Cold Steve Austin keeps his options open for potential WWE match
A spectacular comeback is still conceivable, according to Steve Austin, who has hinted at a potential opponent. A remarkable No Holds Barred bout between him and Kevin Owens marked his triumphant comeback to the ring after almost twenty years. It took place at WrestleMania 38. After Austin’s victory against Owens, many are wondering whether he will fight again.
Strangely, his former adversary, The Rock, is now a member of the TKO board of directors and is linked with The Bloodline. This aside, Austin’s admiration for Cody Rhodes has led to rumors of possible rivalries between the two. Even though he’s 59 years old, Austin is still a legendary character in WWE history, and fans can’t wait for him to come back since his old rivals are setting foot again on the circuit.
According to Austin, “You never say never in this crazy business of sports entertainment.” When questioned about the possibility of a farewell battle and opponent, he highlighted how unpredictable the wrestling world is. There have been surprising turns in his career, like his transition from retirement to being 57 years old as the main attraction at WrestleMania, so there’s room for further shocks.
Stone Cold addresses potential dream match with CM Punk
Although Steve Austin did not specify who he would face in a possible comeback, CM Punk has long been mentioned as a possible opponent. Their 2011 backstage antics and the following promotional feud made fans want to see them fight it out. There has been no sign of a bout between the two wrestlers, despite their mutual admiration.
After CM Punk made a triumphant comeback at Survivor Series, rumors of a potential match between the two revived. Though Austin is still willing to get back into the ring, he made a joke about maybe meeting Punk if he could survive his finisher, the Stunner. The future of this fantasy bout is unknown since Punk is presently nursing a triceps injury.
In response to an ESPN question on a possible matchup with CM Punk, he said, “I like Punk, and I think Punk likes me — so, as long as he can take a [Stone Cold] Stunner. I consider him a great friend, a great guy, and a great wrestler who’s had a great career. We’ll see.”
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