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Yahoo
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
WWE Superstar Calls R-Truth's WWE Release ‘Total Nonsense'
The pro wrestling world continues to react to R-Truth's WWE release with one superstar calling it 'total nonsense.' Ron Killings (aka R-Truth) sent shockwaves across the industry when he announced his departure from the promotion. Fightful confirmed the announcement was legitimate and that WWE chose not to renew his contract, instead of going the usual route of releasing a contracted performer. Advertisement Fightful Select dropped another update on backstage reaction to R-Truth's WWE release, noting the shock and disbelief expressed by a number of talent, 'and that everyone seemed confused by the news, including Truth himself.' '…The departure was met with complete shock and disbelief, with one top talent calling it 'total nonsense.' Another called this regime 'ruthless.'' CM Punk reacts to R-Truth chants after WWE RAW R-Truth didn't appear on RAW this past Monday, but that didn't stop the WWE Universe from chanting his name. For those unaware, fans in attendance briefly took over CM Punk's opening segment with 'We Want Truth' truth to show their support for the beloved superstar. Advertisement The chants continued at various interval throughout the show. While Punk didn't react to the chants during his promo segment, he made sure to respond to the crowd after the show went off the air. Truth was one of WWE's biggest merchandise movers prior to his release, and had come off a high-profile match with John Cena at Saturday Night's Main Event. Fans will have to wait to see what's next in store for him. Catch up on everything that went down on WWE RAW here. RELATED: John Cena Reacts To R-Truth's WWE Departure The post WWE Superstar Calls R-Truth's WWE Release 'Total Nonsense' appeared first on Wrestlezone.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
CM Punk Addresses R-Truth Backlash After WWE Monday Night Raw
CM Punk Addresses R-Truth Backlash After WWE Monday Night Raw originally appeared on Athlon Sports. WWE fans made their feelings known during the June 2, 2025, edition of Monday Night Raw, showing vocal support for the recently departed R-Truth. His expected exit from WWE, due to his contract not being renewed, has resonated with many. WWE superstar CM Punk reacts during the men's Royal Rumble match at Tropicana Camporeale-Imagn Images Throughout the broadcast, particularly during the main event Money in the Bank qualifying match featuring CM Punk, AJ Styles, and "El Grande Americano" Chad Gable, the crowd erupted into loud 'We Want Truth' chants. Advertisement After Raw went off the air, CM Punk, who won the qualifier, grabbed a microphone to address the live audience and the R-Truth chants. With a knowing smirk, Punk sarcastically commented on the situation. 'How dare you sing someone's name when they're not here?' Punk reportedly asked the crowd. This remark drew laughter from the WWE fans in attendance, many of whom undoubtedly remembered the years when Punk's own name was frequently chanted during his lengthy absence from WWE. The repeated chants for R-Truth during Raw served as a clear sign that the audience is not pleased with what they view as an unfair departure for the beloved superstar. While reports suggest WWE, under TKO, may not have renewed his contract due to business decisions, WWE fans at Raw and those reacting online feel very differently about R-Truth's value and his nearly 17-year legacy of entertainment with the company. Advertisement Another aspect of the story is how beloved Truth is with the stars in the locker room. He will leave a gap that is hard to fill going forward. Related: John Cena Confirmed For Another WWE Premium Live Event Related: Injured WWE Star May Be Sidelined For Rest Of Year This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 3, 2025, where it first appeared.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Tension erupts as CM Punk confronts ‘We Want Truth' crowd reaction
Image via WWE A wave of emotion swept through the BOK Center in Tulsa, Oklahoma, on June 2 as Monday Night RAW unfolded - both on-air and off. The show, already high-stakes with Money in the Bank qualifying bouts, took an unexpected turn as fans voiced their displeasure over WWE 's recent decision to part ways with R-Truth. The chants of 'We Want Truth' echoed across the arena multiple times, hijacking key matches and pushing WWE's creative decisions under the spotlight. CM Punk 's comment sparks debate among fans As RAW went off the air, CM Punk took to the mic and addressed the crowd directly. In response to the ongoing chants, he quipped, 'How dare you chant for someone who's not here?' The audience responded with a mix of laughter and roars, interpreting the comment in different ways. While some fans saw it as a humorous nod to the years when Punk himself was the subject of similar chants during his absence from WWE, others took it as poorly timed and dismissive, especially given the emotional fan response to R-Truth's release. — WrestleOps (@WrestleOps) R-Truth, whose WWE contract expired on June 1, confirmed his departure just a day before the episode aired. Having entertained fans for over 17 years during his second stint with WWE, the 53-year-old veteran had built a reputation as one of the most beloved and versatile performers in the company. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo His unexpected exit sparked immediate backlash online, with fans flooding WWE's social media channels demanding his return. Throughout the June 2 episode, chants of 'We Want Truth' broke out repeatedly = first during a women's Money in the Bank qualifying match, and later during the main event featuring Punk, AJ Styles, and El Grande Americano. Despite the intensity of the matches, fan attention was clearly elsewhere. WWE commentators didn't acknowledge the disruptions, but the energy in the arena told its own story. CM Punk's post-show comment added fuel to an already sensitive situation. While longtime fans understood the layered irony, Punk once being the face of crowd-led protest - many others saw it as dismissive toward R-Truth's legacy. Online reactions were divided, ranging from praise for Punk's quick wit to criticism for what some labeled as a 'bad look' during an emotional time for fans. With growing dissatisfaction over booking decisions, storyline direction, and now the departure of fan favorites, WWE is once again under the microscope. Whether CM Punk's words were meant in jest or not, they captured the tension between WWE and its loyal audience. For now, R-Truth is gone - but the chants aren't stopping anytime soon.
