Even though Drew McIntyre was part of one of WWE’s biggest rivalries in 2024, he seems to be missing out this year. He tried his best by taking on The Bloodline, but WWE messed things up at the Royal Rumble with his awkward elimination.
Now, reports say the company has no big plans for “The Scottish Warrior” at WrestleMania 41. However, Drew has built a huge fanbase with his gray character, and fans are now pushing WWE to change their plans for him.
The original plan was for Drew McIntyre to face Damian Priest in a “nothing” match, which upset many fans and critics. Fans were angry on social media, especially after McIntyre’s elimination by Priest at the 2025 Men’s Royal Rumble.
Fans felt the elimination was poorly handled, and McIntyre showed his frustration by walking out of the ring because of LA Knight’s actions. This, combined with a lack of a meaningful storyline for McIntyre at WrestleMania, caused fans to voice their anger.
The online backlash of Drew McIntyre's potential WrestleMania opponent has opened up internal discussions to re-evaluate current plans.
— TribaI Wrestling (@TribalMegastar) February 11, 2025
(chrisprolific)
DREW MCINTYRE DESERVES AN IMPORTANT MATCH AT WRESTLEMANIA 🔥 pic.twitter.com/oVvD5Obs2x
In response, WWE is now rethinking its plans and might change McIntyre’s opponent. According to analyst Chris Featherstone, WWE is carefully considering Drew’s future and plans for him at WrestleMania 41.
WWE universe call out WWE for mistreating Drew McIntyre
The controversy started at the Royal Rumble when WWE kept teasing The Rock’s return, but he never showed up. Fans were also shocked when John Cena didn’t win the match. However, the situation worsened when Damian Priest eliminated Drew McIntyre.
Many fans were upset because they wanted to see Drew McIntyre face The Bloodline instead. But the story seemed to be taking another turn. However, here is what fans are suggesting after hearing the Stamford-based company’s latest decision.
Drew vs Cena vs Cody at WM 🤞
— Claymore Country⚔️ (@BfElouahed62252) February 11, 2025
Id love to see cena v drew
— Michael Rathburn (@BethodMan74) February 12, 2025
Honestly they need to re-evaluate the whole event lmao
— 3ncrypt3d_ (@3ncrypt3d__) February 11, 2025
I honestly think WWE leaks shit to the dirt sheets to just gauge reactions sometimes
— Danny B (@dan_bruck) February 11, 2025
Drew vs Fatu would be a GREAT match.
— Garry Matthews (@BuckGarry23999) February 12, 2025
Don’t think creative will do it, because they are both heels- but you never know.
