The intense contention among Drew McIntyre and CM Punk took a dramatic activate the July twenty second version of Monday Night RAW. The tremendously anticipated conflict between the two superstars, which nearly culminated in a SummerSlam in shape closing week, was made reputable amidst a flurry of backstage drama.
Following his return from suspension, Drew McIntyre become a focal point on RAW. Despite his anticipation for a capacity showdown with CM Punk, McIntyre’s ego proved to be a sizable obstacle. McIntyre refused to apologize to the WWE officers he had attacked at Money within the Bank, leading General Manager Adam Pearce to increase his suspension. This selection delayed the decision in their feud and introduced more tension to the brewing contention.
On the July 22nd RAW, CM Punk made his tons-predicted return for the first time seeing that costing McIntyre a threat to become World Champion at WWE Money within the Bank. Punk, now medically cleared by way of his physician, wasted no time in calling out McIntyre for a combat. McIntyre, visibly angered, stormed down to the hoop however declined Punk’s assignment. Unwilling to go into reverse, Punk charged at McIntyre, best to be halted by using WWE officials.
The scenario escalated further while McIntyre mocked Punk through flaunting a bracelet he had taken from him weeks prior. This act of provocation led GM Adam Pearce to step in and officially announce the match among McIntyre and Punk for WWE SummerSlam. The announcement become accompanied by way of a prime wonder: Seth “Freakin’” Rollins was named the Special Guest Referee for the especially expected bout. Rollins’ arrival taken aback both McIntyre and Punk, as he paradoxically confirmed Pearce’s selection.