8 Things We Learned From CM Punk's Sports Illustrated Appearance
2. He Sees Motivations As A Key Difference Between Wrestling And MMA
Politics, motivations - in the WWE, everyone is trying to get ahead. Same in the UFC, but in the UFC, it's by winning, and connecting with fans. You don't have the backstage shenanigans that you do in pro wrestling. Even action in the ring is much simpler. As Punk pets it;
"You wonder, Did you really punch me in the face? You say it was an accident but I know you and I think you're a p----- and Ive seen you do this to other people. Are you doing this to me? Did you kick me in the ribs as hard as you can? No, no I would never do that! In I know the other guy is going to try and kick me in the ribs as hard as he can."
Primarily covering the sport of MMA from Ontario, Canada, Jay Anderson has been writing for various publications covering sports, technology, and pop culture since 2001. Jay holds an Honours Bachelor of Arts degree in English from the University of Guelph, and a Certificate in Leadership Skills from Humber College.
