CM Punk Set for UFC Return in Hometown Chicago

Former WWE Superstar Steps Back into the Octagon at UFC 225

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Former WWE superstar CM Punk is set to make his second appearance in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) on June 9, 2018, in his hometown of Chicago. The announcement comes after Punk's disappointing UFC debut in 2016, where he suffered a first-round submission loss to Mickey Gall.

CM Punk, whose real name is Phillip Jack Brooks, is a seasoned professional wrestler who holds numerous championships during his time in WWE. He made the transition to mixed martial arts in 2016, much to the surprise of the wrestling world.

UFC 225 will mark Punk's second venture into the UFC Octagon, and this time he will face Mike Jackson. Jackson is known for his impressive grappling skills and has a professional record of 1-1 in the UFC.

Despite his wrestling background, Punk struggled to adapt to the demands of mixed martial arts in his debut fight. He was outmatched in the grappling department and was unable to land any significant strikes before being submitted. However, he has since trained extensively in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and hopes to showcase his improved skills in Chicago.

The upcoming fight has generated significant interest within the MMA community, as many are eager to see if Punk can bounce back from his previous loss and prove that he belongs in the UFC. The event will also be a homecoming for Punk, who is a lifelong Chicago resident and is expected to receive a warm welcome from the hometown crowd.