Drew: Doing His Best To Make You Care

On the April 11, 2025 episode of WWE SmackDown, tensions between Drew McIntyre and Damian Priest reached a boiling point, setting the stage for their highly anticipated Sin City Street Fight at WrestleMania 41. The evening began with Priest making his entrance, only to be ambushed by McIntyre on the ramp. McIntyre unleashed a brutal assault, smashing Priest's head into the LED boards and leaving him incapacitated. Officials intervened, but the damage was evident as Priest struggled to stand. ​

Seizing the moment, McIntyre addressed the Seattle crowd, removing his eyepatch to reveal he was medically cleared to compete. He declared that Priest was "100% screwed" at WrestleMania, emphasizing his readiness to settle their score.McIntyre's fiery words underscored the personal nature of their rivalry, hinting at the intensity expected in their upcoming clash.​

Despite the earlier attack, Priest returned to confront McIntyre, leading to a chaotic brawl. The altercation spilled outside the ring, culminating in McIntyre delivering a Future Shock DDT to Priest on the steel steps. The segment ended with McIntyre standing tall, holding Priest's necklace as a symbol of his dominance.

This confrontation is the latest chapter in a long-standing feud between the two superstars. Their animosity dates back to WrestleMania XL, where McIntyre's brief World Heavyweight Championship reign was cut short by Priest's opportunistic Money in the Bank cash-in, facilitated by an attack from CM Punk. Since then, their paths have crossed multiple times, each encounter escalating the hostility.​

The announcement of their match as a Sin City Street Fight adds another layer of unpredictability. With no disqualifications or count-outs, both competitors are expected to unleash their full arsenal. Given their history and the personal stakes involved, this bout promises to be one of the most intense matches at WrestleMania 41.​

As the WWE Universe eagerly awaits this showdown, the events of SmackDown have only heightened anticipation.McIntyre's message was clear: he's prepared to go to any lengths to defeat Priest. With both men determined to settle their differences, their clash at WrestleMania is poised to be a defining moment in their storied rivalry.​