CM Punk Added To WWE’s Japan Tour In October

CM Punk last wrestled in Japan in 2011.

The Voice of the Voiceless returns to East Asia in October as part of WWE’s two-night event at Ryogoku Kokugikan in Tokyo, Japan.

He was recently included in the company’s European tour, where he competed for the World Heavyweight Championship at Clash in Paris.

Before that, he wrestled in Saudi Arabia in Night of Champions, unsuccessfully challenging then Undisputed WWE Champion John Cena in a singles match for the gold.

WWE’s supershows in Japan will take place on October 17 and 18. According to reports, CM Punk will challenge Seth Rollins for the World Heavyweight Championship in the main event on the first night.

Also on Night 1, Japanese star Giulia will defend her United States Championship in a triple threat match against Rhea Ripley and Iyo Sky. Further, Jey Uso will team up with Shinsuke Nakamura to face The Vision’s Bron Breakker and Bronson Reed.

CM Punk To Headline Night 2 As Well

CM Punk’s appearance will not be limited to just Night 1.

On Night 2, he will face The Vision members, including Seth Rollins, while pairing with Jey Uso and Shinsuke Nakamura, in a six-man tag team main event match.

Kairi Sane, accompanied by Asuka, will challenge Giulia for the US Championship, whereas Iyo Sky and Rhea Ripley will team up to face The Judgment Day’s Roxanne Perez and Raquel Rodriguez.

Iyo Sky is expected to extend her stay after the Tokyo tour, as she will face Superfly Champion Mayu Iwatani at Japan’s women’s professional wrestling promotion Dream Star Fighting Marigold on October 26.

While tourning Japan in 2011, CM Punk possessed the World Heavyweight Championship, which he defended against Alberto Del Rio during a live event.

Elsewhere, CM Punk talks farewell tour at the time of his retirement.