Since Royal Rumble 2024, CM Punk vs. Drew McIntyre has arguably been the most interesting feud in WWE. Even though The Best In the World has been out of action due to his injury since January, he and Drew have given fans some of the most memorable moments in recent memory, thanks to their brilliant verbal wars on Monday Night RAW episodes.
Despite being the hottest feud in the promotion, WWE seems to have taken a backstep in this storyline, as McIntyre is now involved in a fresh feud with Damian Priest. The Scottish Warrior is even set to challenge the World Heavyweight Champion soon. While this decision has led to speculation among some that Drew’s feud with CM is over, here are 3 unique ways the company can fit him into McIntyre’s newfound rivalry with Priest.
3. CM Punk might cost Drew McIntyre at Clash at the Castle
It’s true that the Chicago-born star hasn’t recently been seen on WWE television due to his injury, but it seems that he might make a return really soon. The company is set to go to Scotland with its upcoming PLE on June 15, as Drew is set to challenge Damian Priest, and CM Punk might be making his return to the Stamford-based promotion at this event.
OFFICIAL: Damian Priest vs. Drew McIntyre for the World Heavyweight Title at Clash at the Castle in Glasgow, Scotland! 🏴#WWECastle pic.twitter.com/4TgEXTU8yi
— WWE on TNT Sports (@wweontnt) May 25, 2024
If it actually happens at the premium live event, its highly possible that the in-ring veteran might cost Drew McIntyre at Clash at the Castle. This decision could be a masterstroke by the creative team, as such a move might take their rivalry to an even higher level. As Punk has previously cost Drew his title at WrestleMania 40, doing it again in Scotland might be the only thing this feud needs to make things even more personal.
2. CM Punk could be the first challenger for Drew McIntyre’s title-reign
If CM Punk doesn’t make his presence felt at Clash at the Castle, there might be a different plan in place for this rivalry. As Punk’s absence could mean that McIntyre finally gets his moment of stardom in front of his home country, The Best In the World might confront him after Drew’s rumored victory over Damian Priest and declare himself as the first challenger for Drew McIntyre’s title reign.
But if WWE doesn’t want to ruin The Scottish Warrior’s celebrations, the confrontation can take place at a later stage, and thus lead towards a potential World Heavyweight Championship match between these two superstars, most probably at SummerSlam 2024. Having the title’s involvement could be a great addition to this feud, as it will take the stakes of their rivalry even higher.
1. CM Punk might win MITB 2024 to cash in on Drew McIntyre
If WWE isn’t thinking about any of the above two ways, another great way to have Punk’s involvement with Drew despite his feud with Damian is to have CM Punk win the MITB 2024 contract. If The Straight Edge Superstar gets fully fit from his injury before the event, he could be a great addition to the match, and he’ll surely be one of the favorites to win, if he enters the high-profile match.
CM would be a great choice to win, too, because it could set him up to cash in on Drew McIntyre’s World Championship. This option could also set up a match between these two if Punk makes his intention clear, rather than using the advantage of getting a surprise shot at the prestigious title. With all these theories pretty much possible due to the current stage of their feud, it remains to be seen what the future actually holds for this story.