Emotions continue to run high as WWE fans prepare for an exciting match between Drew McIntyre and CM Punk. The rivalry between the two wrestlers increased significantly, especially after Punk entered Clash at the Castle, which led to McIntyre’s big break from WWE. WWE Hall of Famer Bully Ray is confident about what’s next in this grudge match.
McIntyre’s Bully Ray pay plan
On the latest episode of “Busted Open Radio,” Bully Ray and co-host Dave LaGreca shared their thoughts on what’s next for the McIntyre-Punk saga. Ahead of the upcoming “WWE SmackDown” in Chicago, Bully Ray offered a bold thought about McIntyre’s move.
“If I’m Drew McIntyre,” Bully stated emphatically, “and I just quit, I’m making sure I find my way into the Allstate Arena in Chicago on Friday night. I jump that rail and I beat the s*** out of CM Punk in his hometown.”
Bully Ray didn’t stop there. He advocated for a complete disruption, suggesting that McIntyre should not only target Punk but also get arrested in the process. “I’d get arrested, the whole nine yards. I beat the s*** out of security, I fight cops, I make them call the dogs in. I become the biggest disrupter the WWE has ever seen,” he elaborated.
Targeting the Injury
One of Bully Ray’s key strategies involves McIntyre exploiting Punk’s recent triceps injury, an injury McIntyre himself caused at the 2024 Royal Rumble. “Jump the rail, go right back after the triceps. The minute [Punk] got cleared is the minute I’m going right back after that injury I caused in the first place. That’s what I would do. That’s what I would like to see,” Bully Ray suggested, highlighting the psychological and physical warfare McIntyre could unleash.
A Missed Opportunity on “Raw”
On Monday’s “Raw,” McIntyre cut a promo that was abruptly interrupted by “CM Punk” chants, leading to his dramatic exit and proclamation of quitting WWE. Bully Ray shared his thoughts on how this segment could have been executed differently.
“I would have visually played into the Punk chants just a little bit more,” Bully explained. “Maybe I would have just said, ‘Really? Really?’ [to encourage it] and then, I would have just said, ‘I quit.'” This subtle yet impactful change, according to Bully, could have amplified the tension and built more anticipation for their inevitable clash.
Clash at the Castle Revisited
Reflecting on the events at Clash at the Castle, Bully Ray offered constructive criticism on the interaction between McIntyre and Punk. During the match, Punk’s refusal to count to three as McIntyre attempted a pin on World Heavyweight Champion Damian Priest sparked outrage.
“The minute Drew got to his feet,” Bully elaborated, “Punk should have kicked him in the balls. I didn’t even want to see Drew get his hands on him because in my eyes, once Drew gets his hands on Punk, he should rip his head off. That’s a legit bad mother trucker right there. He’s 6’4″, 275 jacked to the nines.”
Eye on the Future: Money in the Bank and Beyond
Bully Ray sees Money in the Bank as a crucial event for McIntyre to exact his revenge on Punk. He believes that this event provides the perfect platform for McIntyre to screw Punk out of a potential title opportunity.
“If McIntyre screws Punk at Money in the Bank,” he theorized, “you still have enough time to build towards SummerSlam. If Drew beats the s*** out of Punk on Friday, then where do you go? You’ve got a lot of weeks to cover.”
The level of emotional involvement
The ongoing feud between McIntyre and Punk is more than just a scripted plot – it is a compelling tale of deception, payback, and fierce competition. McIntyre’s anger and Punk’s smart tactics have kept WWE fans excited and engaged. Supporters are anxiously anticipating McIntyre’s response and questioning if Punk can endure the upcoming attack.
With the start of the countdown to “WWE SmackDown” in Chicago, the wrestling community is filled with anticipation and anticipation. Will McIntyre listen to Bully Ray’s suggestion and transform into the ultimate troublemaker? Will Punk be able to outsmart his opponent in this dangerous game of strategy? It’s guaranteed that the WWE Universe will experience an exciting journey.
