In the realm of WWE, sparks are flying as Drew McIntyre takes a verbal jab at former superstar CM Punk, ahead of Punk’s much-anticipated return to RAW. McIntyre, the Scottish Warrior, recently dispelled rumors suggesting his presence in the WrestleMania XL World Heavyweight Championship match was merely due to Punk’s injury, firmly asserting his own merit.
The resurgence of CM Punk last November at Survivor Series was met with excitement, yet quickly marred by an unfortunate injury sustained during a bout with McIntyre. Speculation swirled that Punk would face Seth Rollins at WrestleMania XL, but fate intervened, positioning McIntyre as the contender for The Visionary’s title.
In a candid interview with Evan Mack’s World, McIntyre candidly addressed doubts about his WrestleMania spot, asserting his own contributions to WWE’s momentum. He bluntly dismissed notions that his position was solely due to Punk’s absence, stating, “Punk broke like glass,” emphasizing his belief in the strength of his own work and character evolution.
McIntyre’s Disdain for the Former Champion
Acknowledging Punk’s status as a WWE icon, McIntyre conceded to Punk’s drawing power while simultaneously revealing his lack of personal respect for the former champion. Despite recognizing Punk’s ability to attract attention to the company, McIntyre made it clear that his admiration does not extend to Punk as an individual.
CM Punk’s Imminent Return
In a surprising turn of events, CM Punk announced his impending return to RAW, despite his ongoing recovery from injury. With speculation rife about a potential confrontation between Punk and McIntyre, anticipation for RAW reaches fever pitch.
As fans eagerly await Punk’s return, the question looms: Should he face McIntyre upon his comeback? With tensions brewing between the two superstars, the WWE universe is abuzz with anticipation.
Conclusion
As the countdown to RAW continues, the tension between Drew McIntyre and CM Punk escalates. McIntyre’s candid remarks regarding Punk’s injury and his own WrestleMania spot have set the stage for a potentially explosive confrontation. With Punk’s return imminent, the WWE landscape braces for the clash of titans. Stay tuned as the drama unfolds on RAW.
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