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The conversation shifts to the recent AEW backstage incident involving CM Punk and Jack Perry, where a punch was reportedly thrown. Kevin underscores the significance: in traditional wrestling, a punch signifies a breach of conduct that transcends mere “heat.” He points out that wrestling is a team sport—disrespect between colleagues with physical violence becomes a serious breach of professional etiquette.
He describes how the incident unfolded—a push, a headlock, and eventually a punch—highlighting that such behavior is unacceptable among teammates. This is contrasted with older incidents where "smacks" were perceived as disciplinary or wake-up calls, not outright violence.