Often, pro wrestling builds its stories around achieving one’s dreams.

However, Punk’s story has more layers than that.

Fast-forward to 2023, and Punk’s return to the company he once hated has been a resounding success.

Seth Rollins hugging Bron Breakker on WWE Raw

Both parties are in a better place, and fans have enjoyed this run.

However, one big shadow kept hanging over Punk’s return, his never-forgotten dream of main eventing ‘Mania.

But was this truly the best way for Phil Brooks to achieve his dream?

WWE Roman Reigns Tribal Chief character alongside The Big Dog gimmick feature

Gone are the days when the “upper card” was defined just by World Title matches.

The triple threat between Punk, Rollins, and Reigns surely checks these boxes.

However, Punk isn’t necessarily the linchpin of this story.

R-Truth and John Cena holding his championship

So, all things considered, is CM Punk the third wheel in this match?

Is CM Punk the Third Wheel of the Match?

What WWE Could Have Done With Punk at WrestleMania

The Second City Saint vs. Also,there were realistically no other options.

Cm Punk Seth Rollins Roman Reigns WrestleMania 41

Which leads to the unpleasant question: is Rollins actually the third wheel, then?

CM Punk Roman Reigns and Paul heyman SmackDown Nov 22nd