Balor put down the backstage video games, concern for tag or mid-card championships, and will take a swing at CM Punk and the World Heavyweight championship Monday on Raw in his home country of Ireland. Sadly, WWE’s newfound interest in Balor as a singles competitor may have been sped up after tag team partner JD McDonagh needed hand surgery.

WWE scrapped major Finn Balor plans last year. The Judgment Day member has had a decorated career in the promotion. While he remains a popular figure, fans do miss his on-screen alter ego.

In an electrifying episode of WWE Raw on January 19, 2026, CM Punk defended his World Heavyweight Championship against Finn Bálor in a match that left fans on the edge of their seats. This article delves into the key moments from the show,

CM Punk will defend his World Heavyweight Championship against Finn Balor on tonight’s overseas Raw in Belfast, Ireland. ‘The Best The post CM Punk Issues an Unhinged Reaction to Finn Balor Ahead of World Title Match on Raw appeared first on FirstSportz.

Finn Balor competed and lost a hard-fought battle against CM Punk in his hometown, Ireland. It was Balor's first title match after nearly two years.