His return to WWE in 2017 marked the beginning of an incredible journey filled with championship victories and incredible moments for Drew McIntyre. The Scottish star won three world championship gold medals, his first at WrestleMania 36. But his reign was cut short when he was pinned by Randy Orton at Hell in a Cell, and McIntyre briefly regained the title after dealing The Miz and his Money in the Bank Courtesy had a 97 day reign before his championship aspirations were dashed.
The Money in the Bank concept that allows the holder to cash out of a contract at any time for a title match has proven to be McIntyre’s nemesis When The Miz’s reign ended, McIntyre had to wait over three years before he has regained the World Championship, eventually pinning Seth Rollins at WrestleMania 40 though The excitement was short-lived as Damian Priest used a feud with CM Punk to cash in on his Money in the Bank deal and defeated McIntyre minutes after the win a little bit of.
McIntyre’s View on the Money In The Bank Briefcase
Unsurprisingly, McIntyre harbors strong feelings about the Money In The Bank briefcase. In a candid interview with the Indian Express, he didn’t mince words, describing the gimmick as “stupid.”
“I can’t stand the Money in the Bank briefcase. I understand the point is to cash it in and win the title, but the reason I’ve lost my last two world titles is because of that stupid briefcase,” McIntyre expressed.
His frustration is understandable, given the briefcase has been instrumental in both his title losses. The unpredictable nature of the Money In The Bank cash-ins often adds an element of suspense and surprise to WWE programming, but for McIntyre, it has been a source of anguish and career setbacks.
Drew McIntyre vs. Damian Priest: Clash at the Castle
McIntyre’s chance for retribution is set for Clash at the Castle, where he will challenge Damian Priest for the World Heavyweight Championship. The match, scheduled to take place in McIntyre’s home country of Scotland, promises to be a thrilling encounter with high stakes.
To ensure a fair fight, a critical stipulation has been added: members of The Judgment Day, Priest’s faction, will be banned from ringside. This decision came after McIntyre secured a victory over Finn Balor on Raw, granting him the right to add the stipulation to his championship match.
The ban on The Judgment Day members aims to level the playing field and prevent any outside interference, giving McIntyre a fighting chance to reclaim the title. The anticipation for this match is palpable, as fans eagerly await to see if McIntyre can overcome Priest and the shadow of the Money In The Bank briefcase that has loomed over his career.
Stephen’s Insight
Drew McIntyre’s outspoken criticism of the Money In The Bank briefcase highlights a broader debate among fans and wrestlers about the gimmick’s impact on championship integrity. While the briefcase adds an unpredictable element to WWE storylines, it can also undermine lengthy and hard-fought title reigns. McIntyre’s experience underscores the double-edged nature of this concept. His journey reflects resilience and determination, and his upcoming match against Damian Priest at Clash at the Castle represents not just a title shot, but a quest for redemption.