KENTA Demands 'Big Money' For Forbidden Door Match Against CM Punk

In a resounding victory, the AEW x NJPW Forbidden Door collaboration was crowned Fightful's fan-voted Event of the Year in 2022, commencing its journey with a sold-out crowd and the announcement of two monumental matches.

This week, celebrated NJPW star KENTA took to Twitter, expressing his interest in participating in the Forbidden Door extravaganza, contingent upon the financial terms aligning with his expectations. It appears that the financial negotiations have proven favorable, as insider information from Fightful Select reveals that the intended plan was for KENTA to be part of the event. Notably, KENTA had already made an appearance on AEW Dynamite back in April 2021, when he teamed up with Kenny Omega to face the formidable duo of Jon Moxley and Lance Archer.



While the finalization of KENTA's agreement to appear at the show has not been officially confirmed, both AEW and NJPW are proceeding under the assumption that he will indeed be present. However, the significant aspect lies in the potential opponent being discussed internally. Insider reports indicate that the legendary CM Punk's name has surfaced in discussions as a potential adversary for KENTA, a matchup that could provide a sense of closure to a decade-long back-and-forth between the two esteemed wrestlers.

Throughout their illustrious careers, both men have exchanged verbal jabs and subtle references, stemming from Punk's adoption of KENTA's iconic Go 2 Sleep finishing move. Recent statements from KENTA suggest that he no longer harbors any ill will regarding this matter, but he remains resolute in his desire for substantial compensation in exchange for his participation in the Forbidden Door event.

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