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CM Punk recalls terrifying WWE Brazil incident involving armed confrontation
Published 25 June 2026 ยท general
CM Punk recounted a terrifying 2012 WWE incident in Brazil where Chris Jericho's desecration of the national flag led to authorities drawing guns on them
CM Punk recounted a terrifying 2012 WWE incident in Brazil where Chris Jericho's desecration of the national flag led to authorities drawing guns on them.
The situation escalated rapidly, with law enforcement demanding an apology and attempting to confiscate Jericho's passport. Punk highlighted Brazil's strict laws regarding flag disrespect, contrasting
it with other nations. Meanwhile, WWE reportedly plans CM Punk's return for SummerSlam, potentially on SmackDown.
Published: June 26, 2026 โข 1:10 AM IST ยท Updated: June 26, 2026 โข 4:02 AM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
Key points
CM Punk recounted a terrifying 2012 WWE incident in Brazil where Chris Jericho's desecration of the national flag led to authorities drawing guns on them.
The situation escalated rapidly, with law enforcement demanding an apology and attempting to confiscate Jericho's passport.
Punk highlighted Brazil's strict laws regarding flag disrespect, contrasting it with other nations.
Meanwhile, WWE reportedly plans CM Punk's return for SummerSlam, potentially on SmackDown.