CM Punk Pays Tribute to Michael Jordan and Chicago Bulls in Epic Entrance

WWE champion channels iconic '90s Bulls intro music at Elimination Chamber in hometown Chicago

Mar. 3, 2026 at 1:55am

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WWE star CM Punk honored Michael Jordan and the Chicago Bulls with a memorable entrance at Elimination Chamber in his hometown of Chicago. The WWE world champion made his way to the ring to 'Sirius' by The Alan Parsons Project, the signature intro music of the Bulls' 1990s dynasty, immediately connecting with the local crowd.

Why it matters

As a Chicago native, CM Punk has consistently embraced his city's sports heritage, particularly the legacy of Michael Jordan and the Chicago Bulls. This entrance reinforced that connection, merging WWE pageantry with local sports history in a meaningful way for the hometown audience.

The details

Punk, born Phil Brooks, is a Chicago native who still resides in the city, and was wrestling his first WWE match in the city since 2013. 'Sirius' is widely associated with the Chicago Bulls' championship-era introductions at the United Center, and the reference to Jordan and the team's golden era was unmistakable. Throughout his career, Punk has expressed admiration for Michael Jordan, making the entrance a reflection of both his roots and sporting influences.

  • CM Punk made his entrance at the 2026 WWE Elimination Chamber event in Chicago on March 1, 2026.

The players

CM Punk

A WWE world champion and Chicago native who has consistently embraced his city's sports heritage, particularly the legacy of Michael Jordan and the Chicago Bulls.

Michael Jordan

Legendary NBA player who led the Chicago Bulls to six championships in the 1990s, with his team's introductions at the United Center featuring the iconic song 'Sirius' by The Alan Parsons Project.

The Chicago Bulls

An NBA franchise based in Chicago that won six championships in the 1990s, led by Michael Jordan, and whose championship-era introductions at the United Center featured the song 'Sirius' by The Alan Parsons Project.

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What they’re saying

“Sirius' is a magical song, and it has such deep ties to Chicago and the Bulls' legacy. I'm glad we were able to channel that energy and nostalgia for the hometown crowd.”

— CM Punk

The takeaway

CM Punk's tribute to Michael Jordan and the Chicago Bulls through his epic entrance at Elimination Chamber showcased his deep connection to his hometown and its sports heritage, creating a memorable moment that resonated with the local audience and highlighted the enduring impact of the Bulls' dynasty on Chicago culture.