What is CM Punk's greatest match of all time?

From career-defining Chicago main events to brutal David-vs-Goliath brawls, these bouts define a legendary in-ring resume. Which one takes the crown?

1

vs. John Cena (Raw 2013)

A near hour-long classic on Monday Night Raw, February 25, 2013, that Punk himself called his best match ever.

1000pts

2

vs. Gunther (SummerSlam)

A hard-nosed World Heavyweight Championship clash between Punk and the dominant Ring General.

1000pts

3

vs. Triple H (Night of Champions 2011)

A hard-fought WWE Championship defense against WWE's COO during Punk's rebellious 2011 run.

848pts

4

vs. The Undertaker (WrestleMania 29)

An emotionally charged Streak match given extra weight by the real-life death of Paul Bearer.

818pts

5

vs. Rey Mysterio (2010)

A crisp WWE Championship bout during Punk's cult-leader Straight Edge Society run.

636pts

6

vs. John Cena (Money in the Bank 2011)

The career-defining Chicago main event where Punk won the WWE Title on the eve of his contract expiring.

636pts

7

vs. Jeff Hardy (Steel Cage 2009)

A stipulation-laden steel cage battle capping their bitter world title rivalry.

636pts

8

vs. Chris Jericho (WrestleMania 28)

A hard-hitting grudge match built on months of personal, biting promos between the two rivals.

520pts

9

vs. Chris Jericho (Payback 2013)

A technically sharp rematch praised for its storytelling and mutual respect angle.

520pts

10

vs. Brock Lesnar (SummerSlam 2013)

A brutal no-disqualification David-vs-Goliath brawl widely regarded as Punk's finest WWE performance.

382pts

11

vs. Randy Orton (Money in the Bank 2013)

A hometown Chicago title match overshadowed by a controversial Vince McMahon-aided finish.

382pts

12

vs. Daniel Bryan (Money in the Bank 2012)

A back-and-forth WWE Championship classic with AJ Lee's involvement adding storyline intrigue.

212pts

13

vs. Seth Rollins (Night of Champions 2024)

A grudge match born from Rollins costing Punk his spot at WrestleMania 40 months earlier.

212pts