This feels especially true for McIntyre, whose entire feud with Punk has consisted of surprise returns and attacks on the other. If ever there was a time to take the wrestler out, it would be when he's fighting for his life against the stacked Bloodline led by Solo Sikoa.

Drew McIntyre has been absent from WWE programming for over a month, but a new report provides an update about his return. McIntyre has not wrestled since WWE Bad Blood. There, he lost to CM Punk in a Hell in a Cell match.

Drew McIntyre hasn’t been seen on WWE television since losing to CM Punk inside Hell in a Cell at WWE Bad Blood 2024. According to a report from Pwinsider, WWE has been discussing creative plans for McIntyre, especially when it comes to when and how to bring him back. Several pitches have been made in recent weeks.

Bryce Donovan is one such wrestler who has been signed with an official WWE ID prospect designation. Fans on X (formerly Twitter) have compared him to former World Heavyweight Champion, Drew McIntyre. With nearly the same height, hair, and body structure, Donovan could be the next McIntyre, if Triple H shows interest in signing him.

While it has been years since Wade Barrett laced up the boots in WWE, the retired superstar could make an in-ring return. If he does, it does not sound like a long-term return. It is being reported that Barrett could return for a match against Drew McIntyre,