Samoa Joe and CM Punk is an iconic rivalry that dates back two decades. Starting in Ring of Honor, their trilogy of matches in 2004 revolutionised professional wrestling and put Ring of Honor on the map. Not only did their trilogy of matches save the company, but their performances and the intrigue surrounding the matches elevated Ring of Honor to a completely new level, generating fanfare and attracting new fans. The Joe vs. Punk trilogy is universally acclaimed and widely considered to be the best trilogy of indie matches ever produced. This video showcases these three matches in a compact format and adds the additional context of their AEW feud in 2023.