3 Clear signs CM Punk is turning heel on WWE SmackDown

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This listicle takes a look at three clear signs that CM Punk is turning into a heel star on the blue brand.

#3. Body shaming Kevin Owens on WWE SmackDown

In the previous episode of SmackDown, Kevin Owens and CM Punk were engaged in a heated war of words. During this conversation, the Second City Saint didn’t hesitate to mock the Prizefighter’s body shape and eventually resorted to body-shaming.

Usually, babyface stars don’t use such tactics to put down their opponents. However, the Undisputed WWE Champion going below the belt could be a sign that he will turn heel soon on Nick Aldis’ show.

#2. Wants to turn heel

In an update from Self Made Session, Self Made Pro revealed that the Best in the World wants to turn heel in the Stamford-based promotion and is ready to become the bad guy again.

CM Punk reportedly wanted to turn his character into a full-fledged villainous star, but this appears to be a bad move, given his popularity as a babyface. Also, he is moving a lot of merchandise. However, if Punk convinces the Triple H-led creative regime, it wouldn’t be a surprise if he turns heel on WWE SmackDown.

His desire to become a villainous star again is another sign of a potential character change on the blue brand.

#1. Been teasing it lately

Over the past few months, there have been a few instances where a CM Punk heel turn has been subtly teased. When Sami Zayn won the Undisputed title at Night of Champions 2026, Punk ended his title reign in merely nine days, which appears to be part of a heel arc.

Additionally, his recent tweener character towards Kevin Owens also signals his potential heel turn. This entire development also seems to be a major sign hinting at the Second City Saint’s character switch on SmackDown.

Overall, it will be interesting to see what happens on SmackDown in Toronto when Punk and Owens lock horns in a title feud. It would be a drastic change in WWE’s landscape if the Prizefighter dethrones Punk and becomes the new Champion.