The Undertaker has nothing but respect for CM Punk for trying his hand at MMA.

Punk, who signed with the UFC in December of 2014, went 0-1 with a no contest after a loss to Mike Jackson was overturned due to Jackson failing a drug test.

While appearing on the “MightyCast” with Demetrious Johnson, The Deadman opined on Punk’s short-lived MMA career. He said,

“One thing with Punk that I do respect is the fact that he tried it. He had a huge name in wrestling before he tried mixed martial arts. He had a lot to lose because [wrestling] was his money maker and then you go over [to MMA] and get your ass handed to you.”

He continued, “I had a lot of respect for him and the fact that he gave it a shot. It was something he wanted to do. He did it. It didn’t work out and he’s back where he should be and everything is right in the world.”

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