UFC: 5 Ways CM Punk Can Revitalize His MMA Career

5. Do An Exhibition Bout For Charity

Despite the negativity surrounding Punk's MMA career, he is still a person of interest, particularly in pro wrestling circles. This means that plenty of folks would tune in (or show up) to watch him fight again.

If Punk wanted to put a positive spin on his MMA run and also do some good, then an exhibition bout for charity would be the way to go.

Perhaps he could face a local firefighter or have a drawing in which a fan could earn an opportunity to go toe-to-toe with the former UFC competitor. Interested parties could pay a nominal fee to view the event online — with the proceeds going to the charity of Punk's choice.

He's competed for charity in the past on MTV's The Challenge —so there's a reason to believe this is something he would be interested in.

Besides the good publicity, the scenario might also provide Punk with a winnable matchup — though firefighters are a tough lot. It would be an unconventional, but potentially effective way to keep his MMA career moving forward.