WWE has done it again to create some of the best storylines in its history; it is the never-ending story of a rivalry between CM Punk and Drew McIntyre. Featuring a series of showdowns and brawls of words, the feud has created a crescendo of anticipation in the WWE Universe, seeking the ultimate clash between two WWE Superstars.
The rivalry seems to be growing more intense, but, so far, the opponents have not let it come into physical confrontation. Three of the pertinent variables are listed below While CM Punk remains sidelined from performing as a wrestler due to his injury, the rival has been put on hold temporarily, with the result depending on the doctor’s permission. Despite the disappointments, the self-a Crown Jewel champion was hard at work recuperating in a bid to fast-track his ring comeback, a fact that has not eluded the fans.
Given the build-up for the encounter and the hype surrounding it, there are big expectations of a match between CM Punk and Drew McIntyre expected to headline WWE’s money-shot event, SummerSlam 2024. However, because of such scenarios, some of fans will not afford to watch the clash live and so they are forced to wait for the televised repeat to relish on the classic matchup as it is.
The Road to Recovery
However, there is a video that has gone viral recently featuring Punk’s training session in the wrestling ring, and he has been strongly suspected to be planning on joining WWE again. Yet, there is another angle to this story, and in response, Drew McIntyre has posted a reaction, which includes laughter.
“I saw Punk’s training clip,” McIntyre said in a recent interview while laughing at the funny expression on the face of the New York based wrestler. “Damn it, he is trying and I will not deny him that, but being able to rehabilitate an injury and being back in ring condition are two entirely different things, I won’t be so sure he can keep it up when he finds himself across the ring with me. ”
The ‘boys will be boys’ attitude evident in this statement McIntyre made about Kenney, throwing down the proverbial gauntlet, is indeed gripping. Thus, for McIntyre, a wrestling veteran and a guy known for being a dangerous power, the return of CM Punk is not just another encounter; for him, it is a question to position within the WWE star system.
Fans’ Reactions
The entire WWE Universe has had mixed reactions on the training video of Punk and McIntyre’s reply to it. One misses likes, comments, and emotions reflected in the fans’ tweets and posts in social media platforms. A lot of fans would like to see Punk have a successful return and beat Cris Cyborg, to show that Punk deserves to be where he once was. Some people are convinced that when McIntyre and the Scottish Warrior finally meet, it will be ‘the’ show-stealer while others are just as certain that the Scottish Warrior will annihilate McIntyre.
“Cannot believe the hype is real,” read another tweet from a fan. “We’ve witnessed punk’s return, and the next question is, ‘Is McIntyre ready for it to be legendary?’”
One of the fan reponses to the thread reading: “McIntyre’s right, Punk has been out of the wrestling for a while now, He will require more than a rehab program to be able to defeat Drew. ”
— Drew (@DMcIntyreWWE) May 30, 2024
The Stakes
This rivalry has reached its climax and the outcome can determine the overall success of some groups. While this return makes a lot of sense for the WWE from a business standpoint, it is also an opportunity for CM Punk to show that he still has it in him to be a top star in the organization. It has been as a result of injury and recovery break that a number of people are able to doubt if Punk still deserves the title of ‘Best in the World’. Going back to the ring, the return was marked with an incredible display of self-conviction, perseverance and determination as evident from the positive attitude that Punk displayed throughout his shows.
On the other hand, Drew McIntyre is actually holding the position that he has sought to establish as a top WWE superstar. He has greatly being promoted through the WWE ladder where his hard work and reinvention has been proved. From his WWE dismissal in 2014 to his heroic and forceful return coupled with his victory in the WWE Championship, McIntyre has proven a classic example of a fighter who gets back to the ring determined to conquer the world. Lately, Lashley’s opponent is another chapter in his dramatic saga of confrontations, which will be his fight against CM Punk and which will further strengthen him to create a legacy.
