On the November 22, 2024, edition of WWE SmackDown, the WWE Universe witnessed a shocking and unforgettable moment as Paul Heyman returned alongside CM Punk, revealing him as the fifth man of the OG Bloodline in the ongoing war against The Bloodline’s current faction. This explosive segment sent shockwaves throughout the wrestling world, changing the landscape of WWE heading into Survivor Series.
Opening the Show with Tension
The show kicked off with Roman Reigns, Solo Sikoa, Jimmy Uso, and Tama Tonga standing tall in the ring. The Undisputed WWE Universal Champion, Reigns, spoke with his usual authority, dismissing the rumors of a “fifth man” joining the opposing side. He claimed no one could stand against The Bloodline, declaring his dominance over the WWE. As the crowd jeered, Reigns turned his attention to Cody Rhodes, LA Knight, Kevin Owens, and Randy Orton—the opposing team that had been fighting against The Bloodline’s tyranny. The arena was electric with anticipation.
Paul Heyman’s Return Shocks Reigns
Just as Reigns was about to finish his speech, the familiar opening notes of “Cult of Personality” by Living Colour echoed throughout the arena. The crowd erupted in a deafening pop as none other than CM Punk walked onto the stage, flanked by Paul Heyman, who carried his signature sinister grin. Reigns’ expression changed from arrogance to disbelief, while Jimmy and Solo exchanged concerned glances. The WWE Universe roared in approval as Punk, dressed in his classic hoodie and taped-up fists, took in the reaction before marching toward the ring with Heyman by his side.
CM Punk and Heyman Address the Bloodline
As Punk and Heyman stepped inside the squared circle, a palpable tension filled the air. Heyman, known for his alliance with Reigns over the years, took the microphone first. He stared at Reigns with a conflicted expression before simply stating:
“You forgot where you came from. You forgot who made The Bloodline what it is today. But most importantly, you forgot the one man who could outthink, outfight, and outlast you… and he’s standing right next to me.”
The camera zoomed in on Reigns, who clenched his jaw as the crowd chanted “CM Punk! CM Punk!” Punk then took the mic, smirking as he locked eyes with Reigns.
“I’ve been watching from the sidelines, waiting for the right moment. The so-called Tribal Chief has surrounded himself with yes-men, while the real warriors—the ones who built this empire—were cast aside. You didn’t expect me, did you? That’s because I don’t do what’s expected… I do what’s right.”
Chaos Erupts
Before Reigns could respond, Punk launched himself at Jimmy Uso, igniting an all-out brawl. Cody, LA Knight, Orton, and Owens rushed the ring, joining the fight against Reigns’ Bloodline. Security struggled to contain the chaos as SmackDown ended with Punk standing on the ropes, pointing at Reigns, signaling that the war was far from over.
The return of CM Punk, backed by Paul Heyman, as the OG Bloodline’s fifth man, has set the stage for an epic showdown at Survivor Series. The battle for supremacy in WWE has never been more intense.
