When Will Punk Vs. Lesnar Take Place?, Backstage Update On Rob Van Dam's Return, More
- WWE teased on their Twitter account after last night's RAW that the CM Punk vs. Brock Lesnar match will take place at this year's SummerSlam pay-per-view. PWInsider reports that's the word going around backstage also. The feud was decided on a few weeks back. No word yet what their plans are for Money in the Bank.
- Speaking of Punk, he reportedly kept to himself backstage at the Payback pay-per-view on Sunday. The photo going around of Punk backstage with Big Show and Charles Robinson was old.
- WWE approached Rob Van Dam 2 1/2 to 3 weeks ago about making a return, he did not approach them. Van Dam had agreed to work 2-3 independent dates for one promotion but after agreeing with WWE, went back and told the promoters that he could only work 1 date.
As noted, Van Dam will be working part time and will not be going on the road. His new short-term deal has him working TV shows, select live events and upcoming pay-per-view events. WWE creative reportedly has a storyline and a feud in place for him to begin at Money in the Bank.