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SportsWWE SmackDown Preview: CM Punk's First Title Defense Opponent TBD
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The article from BILD Sport previews the upcoming live episode of WWE SmackDown, scheduled for early Saturday at 2 a.m. from Oklahoma City. It follows major title chaos after CM Punk won the WWE Championship from Sami Zayn on RAW in Chicago, just nine days after Zayn had surprisingly won the title at Night of Champions. The episode is expected to address who will be CM Punk's first challenger. Sami Zayn is demanding a rematch, while Cody Rhodes also holds a right to a title match after being attacked by Gunther before his scheduled match against Zayn. The article suggests a possible #1 contender match may be announced. The show is available exclusively live on BILD.
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CM Punk became the new WWE Champion on "RAW" and is now moving to the blue brand. The question on everyone's mind: Who will be his first challenger?
Watch the latest episode of "SmackDown" from Oklahoma City – live in the early hours of Saturday starting at 2 a.m.
Title Turmoil Continues
At "Night of Champions," Sami Zayn surprised the world by becoming the new WWE Champion. However, just nine days later, he lost the gold to CM Punk, who made his dramatic comeback on "RAW" in Chicago.
Sami Zayn is expected to demand a rematch – but he is not the only contender.
Rhodes Also in the Mix
Cody Rhodes was originally scheduled to face Sami Zayn on "RAW," but was attacked by Gunther before the match could take place. As a result, Rhodes still holds the right to a title match.
Will there be a #1 contender match tonight?
All of this and much more – exclusively on BILD, live in the early hours of Saturday starting at 2 a.m.
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