(07 Dec 2014, 4:44 pm)AdamY wrote I don't think Punk is under any illusion when it comes to his fighting pedigree. His tenure in UFC will probably be short-lived with more losses than wins. But, hey, it's a win-win situation for all involved. UFC gets an ex-WWE champion on its books to use as a novelty act and Punk gets to keep his name in the limelight. UFC garners more interest amongst sport fans and attracts more casual viewers than WWE. If Punk plays his cards well, and providing he doesn't suffer any serious injuries while fighting, his name-value will certainly increase. As both Punk and WWE haven't ruled out working together again, his stint in UFC will probably enhance his negotiation position. I think we'll see Punk go down the part-time route with the WWE in a few years time - maybe then he'll get his Wrestlemania moment.
So Punk will go down the Lesnar route in future...
Altgough I dont watch MMA, is Punk worthy of a spot in UFC, I mean is he trained in many Martial Arts...It can only be good for Punk, as you say it keeps his name relevant and very much keeps him in the publics eye...I thought there was a no-compete clause to prevent him going to UFC in his termination, at least it sounded that way in the Colt Cabana podcast...Could those clauses actually be seen as a restriction of trade, even though Vince has used them for years.
I would love to see Punk back in WWE, I kind of started disliking him when he walked earlier this year, but after Cabanas podcast, my view on Punk has changed and can understand his reason to leave.