A major update has emerged regarding Drew McIntyre’s return to WWE ahead of Survivor Series: WarGames. McIntyre was last seen at WWE Bad Blood 2024, where CM Punk defeated him.
At Bad Blood this year, McIntyre and Punk clashed inside the brutal Hell in a Cell. The match featured several punishing spots, leaving both men bloodied, with Punk ultimately securing the victory and ending their rivalry 2-1. Drew McIntyre and CM Punk have engaged in a personal and intense rivalry throughout 2024.
The feud began in January before the Royal Rumble, but Punk suffered a tricep injury, sidelining him for six months. Despite being injured, Punk remained involved in the rivalry by making several appearances.
The two finally met at WWE SummerSlam, where McIntyre came out on top. Their second encounter, a strap match, saw Punk take the win. Their long-running rivalry concluded at Bad Blood 2024. CM Punk, who went on hiatus after the Hell in a Cell match, made his return last week on SmackDown.
He is set to compete at WWE Survivor Series: WarGames in a WarGames match this weekend. Meanwhile, a major update reveals that WWE creatives are now working on plans for Drew McIntyre’s return.
Reports indicate WWE creatives have started planning Drew McIntyre’s return
PWInsider reports that creative discussions have begun regarding Drew McIntyre’s return to WWE television. While nothing is finalized yet, the reports revealed that WWE has pitched ideas and held conversations about his return.
McIntyre, who took time off after receiving 16 staples in his head following the Hell in a Cell match against CM Punk, is now set for a return. With WWE planning his comeback, it will be exciting to see which direction the promotion takes, especially considering he’s returning after two major losses to CM Punk. Fans now hope for his return this weekend at Survivor Series: WarGames.
