Kevin Nash questions CM Punk’s physical condition

The first episode of WWE Raw in 2026 will not only serve as the kickoff to WrestleMania, but it could also become a turning point for the World Heavyweight Championship. With CM Punk defending the title against Bron Breakker in Brooklyn, the sense of change begins to permeate the air.

Outside the ring, a veteran voice has not hesitated to take a clear stance. Kevin Nash, with decades of experience and a critical eye on the evolution of the product, believes that the time is right for WWE to bet on a new face at the helm of the division. During a recent episode of his podcast Kliq This, Nash analyzed Punk's performance on Raw the previous week and was particularly harsh in his assessment, questioning both his physical condition and his ability to lead the brand as champion.

I saw Punk in the main event last Monday. First: if you are the WWE Heavyweight Champion and you wrestle with a t-shirt... not good. Second: his punches looked very slow. He looked slow. I think it's time, I think he's done. I think Bron should beat him.

Nash's words come after a Raw where Punk was defeated in a tag team match, teaming up with Rey Mysterio against Austin Theory and Bronson Reed. The final blow to his credibility came after the match, when Bron Breakker speared him decisively, leaving a powerful image for the upcoming title match.

The context of the match adds even more pressure to the outcome. Punk and Breakker will face off on January 5 in a special episode of Raw that will feature a promotional crossover with the series Stranger Things and will also celebrate the program's first anniversary on Netflix.

For Nash, this scenario is perfect for executing a clear generational shift. Not only because of Punk's current state, but also because of what Breakker represents as a future figure and as a champion capable of carrying the company in a crucial stage of the calendar.