The electrifying clash between Seth Rollins and Drew McIntyre opened the curtains for Night Two of WrestleMania XL, unveiling a match fraught with chaos and emotion.
McIntyre, targeting Rollins’ previously injured knee and back, unleashed a barrage of punishing Claymore kicks, each time narrowly missing victory.
In a climactic moment, The Scottish Warrior delivered a thunderous Claymore, clinching the victory over Rollins, who was visibly moved, shedding tears as he exited the arena.
A captured moment from the event showcased Rollins uttering,
“You f*cking deserve it,”
a poignant acknowledgment that seemed to symbolize a passing of the torch from Rollins to McIntyre, after their intense rivalry spanning several months.
— Uncle Wrestling (@uncle_wrestling) April 8, 2024
The scene unfolded further as Rollins retreated backstage, paving the way for CM Punk and Drew McIntyre to engage in a physical altercation at ringside. Seizing the opportune moment amidst the chaos, Damian Priest executed his Money in the Bank cash-in.
For McIntyre, the victory appeared to mark a fairytale ending, with these four words serving as a symbolic gesture of recognition and respect from Rollins.
Their rivalry, characterized by its intensity, seemed to reach a pivotal moment of mutual acknowledgment.
As McIntyre’s journey in WWE continues to ascend, fueled by his recent successes, speculation arises about his next move.
With whispers suggesting a potential return to Scotland, anticipation mounts for Clash at the Castle in June, where McIntyre may seek to reclaim the World Championship, setting the stage for a compelling narrative of redemption and triumph.
