Drew McIntyre is back, and he’s not here to make friends—or wait for the calendar to tell him it’s time to return. The Scottish Warrior stormed into Raw last night, attacking Sami Zayn in what can only be described as a perfectly-timed dramatic entrance. His return ends a hiatus that began after his brutal loss to CM Punk in a Hell in a Cell match at Bad Blood, a feud so personal it probably required a group therapy session just to plan.
Backstage Scramble: Drew’s Early Return
According to PWInsider, McIntyre’s comeback wasn’t originally scheduled for last night. Creative had been cooking up plans for a later December return, likely coinciding with WWE’s festive holiday tour—because nothing says Christmas cheer like a Claymore kick. However, circumstances shifted with Bronson Reed’s sudden injury at Survivor Series, pushing McIntyre back into action sooner than expected.
Reed, a fellow heavy-hitter, suffered an ankle injury during his Tsunami Splash gone wrong at WarGames, leaving a massive void for someone with similar “I could flatten you without breaking a sweat” energy. Enter McIntyre, who reportedly said, “Hold my kilt,” and jumped right back into the fold.
The Sami Saga
McIntyre made his presence known during the final moments of Raw. After Sami Zayn’s loss to Seth Rollins, McIntyre launched a post-match assault, proving that absence doesn’t make the heart grow fonder—just angrier. Earlier in the night, Zayn’s WarGames teammate Jey Uso was also mysteriously attacked, leading fans to speculate whether McIntyre might be channeling his inner Sherlock Holmes villain and taking out enemies one by one.
The timing of McIntyre’s return, coupled with his newfound aggression, has already sparked buzz that the Scottish Warrior may be targeting everyone he feels slighted by. Sami, Jey, and perhaps even CM Punk should probably sleep with one eye open.
The Road Ahead
With the WWE holiday tour on the horizon and a fresh wave of rivalries forming, Drew McIntyre’s return promises plenty of drama heading into the end of the year. Whether he’s seeking redemption, revenge, or just an excuse to yell in his cool accent on live TV, one thing is certain: Drew’s path to 2024 is paved with chaos.