WWE World Heavyweight Champion CM Punk is not expected to appear on tonight’s episode of Monday Night Raw, according to a new report from PWInsiderElite.com.
The outlet reports that Punk is currently unavailable as he is on set filming for the upcoming Netflix romantic comedy The Bodyguard. Punk has been cast in the role of “Doghouse,” a character described as a “physically intimidating member of the security detail, who is known for his loyalty and humor.”
The film, based on the 2022 novel by Katherine Center, also stars Jared Padalecki and Leighton Meester. Elizabeth Allen Rosenbaum directs it.
Tonight’s Raw Preview
Despite the champion’s absence, tonight’s Raw from the GIANT Center features a stacked card as the road to Saturday Night’s Main Event continues.
- “The Ring General” Gunther will appear to address his upcoming retirement match against John Cena this Saturday.
- Women’s World Champion Stephanie Vaquer will speak to the WWE Universe about what is next for her title reign.
- AJ Styles and Dragon Lee will defend their World Tag Team Championship against The War Raiders (Erik and Ivar).
- Finn Balor is set to take on Rey Mysterio, while Roxanne Perez battles Lyra Valkyria in singles action.
