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>The argument that the money he made in UFC justifies the embarrassment he suffered is flawed for several reasons especially the opportunity cost of training for 2 years instead of capitalizing on his fame - he could have done any or all of the following, but didn't
>>had a few one-off matches in Japan or wherever
>>autograph signings which Phil himself once claimed iirc he could make like 15k+ in one day
>>endorsements
>>paid speaking appearances, exclusive interviews, etc.
>But on top of all of that, he irreparably damaged his own brand, where almost all wrestling fans (except trannies) - most of whom were huge fans of his even after he quit - will NEVER take him seriously again, and DESPISE him now, and not in the good heel heat way.
>CM Punk's UFC run must be the absolute biggest fall from grace in wrestling history.
