During the March 28 episode in London, Drew McIntyre was spotted backstage sharing a lighthearted moment with Lewis Capaldi before delivering a passionate promo alongside Jackie Redmond. He didn’t hold back when addressing his ongoing rivalry with Damian Priest, boldly stating that Priest “doesn’t have the balls to show up tonight.” However, McIntyre’s confidence was short-lived, as he was about to find out just how wrong he was.
As McIntyre attempted to leave the arena, Priest launched a surprise attack in the parking garage. The ambush quickly escalated into a brutal assault, with Priest slamming McIntyre into a parked car. In a shocking display of aggression, he even turned his fury toward an unsuspecting bystander. But the most jaw-dropping moment came when Priest grabbed McIntyre by the eyes and delivered a devastating choke slam, sending him crashing straight through a car window.
The intensity of the attack was undeniable, and McIntyre later took to X/Twitter to confirm just how real the damage was. He revealed that the glass from the shattered window had actually gotten into his eye, referencing the infamous CM Punk/Jack Perry “real glass” controversy from AEW All In 2023. His post only added to the chaos surrounding the situation, sparking further discussion among fans.
Adding another layer of drama, CM Punk made his presence felt in the most unexpected way. As McIntyre lay battered on the ground, Punk casually walked past his broken body without so much as a glance in his direction. The cold disregard from Punk only fueled speculation and stirred up even more tension within the wrestling community.
Drew McIntyre addresses fans’ reaction during his current feud with Damian Priest
Drew McIntyre had an outstanding year in 2024, raising expectations for what he could achieve in 2025. However, despite his momentum, he was unable to secure any major victories at WrestleMania earlier this year. Reports later surfaced that he was originally slated to face Damian Priest at the event, a decision that was met with strong criticism from WWE fans.
In an interview with the Daily Star, Drew shared his confusion over the backlash regarding his feud with Priest. He highlighted that their rivalry had been developing for over a year, making their match a significant one. McIntyre also reminded fans that Priest had previously cost him the World Title in 2024 and, more recently, deprived him of a WrestleMania opportunity, further intensifying their storyline.
The Scottish Warrior expressed his gratitude for the chance to compete against Priest on such a major stage. Rather than feeling disheartened by the criticism, he encouraged fans to focus on how their story would evolve. McIntyre believes that their ongoing conflict adds emotional weight to their matchup, making it more compelling.
“Appreciated when the fans reaction was, oh my goodness, it’s Priest and Drew, there’s nothing there. I’m like bloody hell, give us a chance to tell the story. The thing with Priest has been going on since last year’s WrestleMania when he cashed in on me after I was assaulted by Punk”.
Drew McIntyre via Daily Star
With tensions between the two superstars at their peak, the future of their feud remains uncertain. As the rivalry continues to unfold, fans are eager to see how the feud plays out in the coming months.