CM Punk returns to Raw in Chicago, wins WWE championship
CM Punk made a surprise return to WWE Raw in Chicago, defeating Sami Zayn to capture the Undisputed WWE Title.
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The brief
During the July 6 episode of WWE Raw in Chicago, CM Punk returned to the program and won the Undisputed WWE Title by defeating Sami Zayn. Coverage from Yahoo Sports, Cageside Seats, and WWE highlights the surprise nature of the return and the title change.
CBS Sports and Fightful also reported on the evening's events, including a match between Sami Zayn and Cody Rhodes. Future coverage is expected to focus on the results, grades, and highlights following the title shift in Chicago.
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Quick answers
Where did CM Punk's return take place?
The return occurred during WWE Raw in Chicago.
Who held the title before CM Punk?
Sami Zayn held the title before being dethroned by CM Punk.
Who else was involved in matches on the July 6 episode?
Cody Rhodes defended against or faced Sami Zayn, according to reports from Fightful and CBS Sports.
Coverage (6)
- WWE Raw results, grades (July 6): CM Punk makes surprise return, dethrones Sami Zayn of WWE title Yahoo Sports · 6h ago
- WWE Raw Results (7/6): Sami Zayn vs. Cody Rhodes Fightful · 6h ago
- Raw results: July 6, 2026: CM Punk captures the Undisputed WWE Title from Sami Zayn WWE · 6h ago
- WWE Raw live updates (July 6): Results, grades and highlights from Chicago Yahoo Sports · 6h ago
- WWE Raw live updates, results, review and grades for July 6 as Sami Zayn defends WWE title against Cody Rhodes CBS Sports · 6h ago
- CM Punk returns to Raw in Chicago, wins WWE championship Cageside Seats · 6h ago
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