Drew McIntyre has been noticeably absent from WWE in recent weeks. So, fans want to know why he went on hiatus and what the future holds for the Scottish Warrior?
Last WWE Appearance
McIntyre’s latest match was at WWE Bad Blood against CM Punk at a Hell in a Cell match. This match was the culmination of a heated rivalry between the superstars. The match was brutal and hard-hitting and left both competitors looking battered. Drew McIntyre cut his head badly and was seen off to get checked out.
Reasons for Absence
There are a number of reasons for McIntyre’s current lack of presence on WWE programming:
Injury Recovery: The concussive head trauma sustained in his contest with CM Punk which left him on the shelf for an extended period of time to properly heal.
Personal Matters: Drew McIntyre has been going through some personal losses and is reportedly in Europe with family.
Contract Negotiations: WWE has been in talks regarding his contract with the company and both sides are looking to strike a positive deal.
Speculations and Rumors
The absence of Drew McIntyre fired up several speculations:
Possibly Leaving: Other fans worry that he might actually be thinking about leaving WWE, especially considering how he recently took a break.
Storyline Directions: Others think that the absence might contribute to a bigger storyline and result in a major return.
Official Statements
Drew McIntyre was previously reported as being absent from WWE programming with no indication of when he would return, but neither he nor WWE has officially clarified why.
Future Prospects
Amid those unknowns, developments indicate we haven’t seen the last of McIntyre in WWE:
Contract Talks: Conversations regarding his contract lead me to think both sides have an interest in the two sides sticking together in the future.
Possible Fights: McIntyre and Wade Barrett may find themselves battling each other in the program after Barrett, who has artistry wrestled toughed for WWE, has got over his noses in wanting to boss and go again.
