This pretty much conclusively proves that Punk is on Cena's level. Even if his spot on the merchandise sales is temporary, he's still accomplished something no other new star has. I love too that you still justify keeping Cena face despite this being the proof you wanted in the Cena turning heel thread. If Punk can be at the top of the merchandise sales and be considered the hottest star now, then he can take Cena's spot as top face in WWE. Which really to me eliminates any rationalization of not turning Cena. At this point, it's apparent WWE really doesn't have anything to lose by turning Cena already. Half the fans wanna see it, so with this recent revelation, it pretty much cements the fact fans want a new face of WWE. Cena has done an awesome job as the face of the company, but now IMO is Punk's time to shine. What better way to emphasize his advocating for change than being at the top of the food chain?