“The Best in the World” will face “The Natural” on the April 20 episode of AEW Dynamite, as Dustin Rhodes has challenged CM Punk to a singles clash.
On the April 15 episode of AEW Rampage, Rhodes stated that he proved he still has it when he defeated Lance Archer. He said he knows his war with “The Murderhawk Monster” isn’t over, but he wants to cross a dream match off his list by facing Punk. The broadcast team subsequently confirmed the bout.
After 5 decades in the business, #TheNatural @dustinrhodes challenges The Best In The World @CMPunk this WEDNESDAY on #AEWDynamite!
Tune in NOW to #AEWRampage LIVE on TNT! pic.twitter.com/QCwLHlm1fj
— All Elite Wrestling (@AEW) April 15, 2022
Punk has been focused on chasing the world title, so he’ll aim to climb up the rankings with a win.
The updated card is as follows:
- Owen Hart Foundation Women’s Tournament Qualifier: Dr. Britt Baker, D.M.D. vs. Danielle Kamela
- Owen Hart Foundation Men’s Tournament Qualifier: Jungle Boy vs. Kyle O’Reilly
- Coffin Match: Andrade El Idolo vs. Darby Allin
- Tony Khan will make a “huge announcement”
- HOOK will make his AEW Dynamite in-ring debut
- Wardlow vs. The Butcher
- CM Punk vs. Dustin Rhodes
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