CM Punk's AEW Chaos Gets Cut and Payback Par for The Course (ep.793)

AEW Terminates CM Punk's Contract with Cause Following Backstage Incident. And aside from Judgement Day holding a lot of gold Payback was par for the course.
In a shocking turn of events, All Elite Wrestling (AEW) has officially terminated the wrestler and employment agreements between Phillip Brooks, widely known as CM Punk, and AEW with immediate effect. This announcement was made today by Tony Khan, CEO, General Manager, and Head of Creative of AEW, following a weeklong internal investigation into an incident that occurred backstage at AEW's "All In London" event on Sunday, August 27.
The termination of CM Punk's contracts with cause comes after a thorough investigation and subsequent deliberations by the AEW Discipline Committee, which later consulted with outside legal counsel. The unanimous recommendation to terminate CM Punk's employment was made to Tony Khan, who ultimately made the final decision.
In a statement issued by Tony Khan, he expressed his gratitude for CM Punk's contributions to AEW, acknowledging the important role he played within the organization. However, Khan emphasized that the termination was his decision alone, made in the best interests of the numerous individuals who work tirelessly to bring AEW's shows to life, including talent, staff, and venue operators.
Khan's statement read, "Phil played an important role within AEW, and I thank him for his contributions. The termination of his AEW contracts with cause is ultimately my decision, and mine alone. Of course, I wish I didn't have to share this news, which may come as a disappointment to many of our fans. Nevertheless, I am making the decision in the best interests of the many amazing people who make AEW possible every week — our talent, staff, venue operators, and many others whose efforts are unsung but essential to bringing our fans great shows on television and at arenas and stadiums throughout the world."
The details surrounding the backstage incident in question have not been disclosed, and it remains unclear what led to CM Punk's termination. This surprising development has sent shockwaves throughout the wrestling community, leaving fans and industry insiders alike speculating about the future of both CM Punk and AEW.
As the wrestling world awaits further updates and reactions from the parties involved, the termination of CM Punk's AEW contracts marks a significant moment in the world of professional wrestling and raises numerous questions about the impact it may have on the promotion and its roster.
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