Is Drew McIntyre leaving WWE? What we know following his absence from RAW
Drew McIntyre competed in a grueling Hell in a Cell match against CM Punk at Bad Blood—a match that transcended heights of brutality. Despite giving it his best shot, he suffered a heartbreaking loss at the spectacle. In the aftermath of the fateful night, McIntyre disappeared into the shadows. He was nowhere to be seen on the latest edition of RAW, sparking concerns among fans.
This has led to a whirlpool of speculation regarding his future with the Stamford-based promotion. However, Drew McIntyre is not leaving WWE. He sustained severe injuries during his barbaric Hell in a Cell match, due to which he received multiple staples in his head. Therefore, The Scottish Warrior went on a hiatus to recover from his injuries and in-ring fatigue.
Apart from the physical injuries, he could be reeling from the devastating aftermath of Bad Blood. The bitter taste of defeat against his arch-nemesis was a crushing blow to his pride. Therefore, McIntyre may have also taken a break to process the emotional fallout of his loss. This seems to be the probable reason he was nowhere to be seen on RAW this week.
The Scottish Warrior is locked in with WWE on a five-year deal and is not leaving the Stamford-based promotion anytime soon. However, he is likely to be on break for quite some time, especially after the culmination of his long-standing feud with CM Punk. Drew McIntyre could rehabilitate from injuries and recuperate from in-ring exertion before making a triumphant return.
It will be interesting to see what WWE has in store for The Scottish Warrior and when the WWE Universe will get a glimpse of him again on television.
Will Drew McIntyre switch brands upon his WWE return?
Drew McIntyre has been part of Monday Night RAW for quite some time, as he has been a stalwart in the brand. He was involved in a long-standing rivalry with CM Punk, which started back in January this year. With the culmination of this feud at Bad Blood, there has been speculation of McIntyre switching brands.
However, The Scottish Warrior is unlikely to leave Monday Night RAW upon his return, despite the ongoing rumors and speculation. WWE seems to have already sown the seeds of his next big feud, which is expected to be with Wade Barrett. The company could be setting up this feud for WrestleMania 41.
With Barrett being part of the red brand, Drew McIntyre may remain on RAW as well. Although there are currently no reports of his return, there is a good possibility that the former WWE Champion could make his comeback at Royal Rumble next year, where his storyline could begin.
It will be interesting to see how things play out in the coming months and what the future holds for The Scottish Warrior.