WWE Reportedly Reconsidering Drew McIntyre’s WrestleMania 41 Match After Fan Backlash

The WWE Universe could witness a major shake-up at WrestleMania 41, as reports suggest that Drew McIntyre’s match is under reconsideration following significant fan backlash.

Drew McIntyre’s Royal Rumble Controversy

At the 2025 Royal Rumble, Drew McIntyre entered as the 17th competitor and put up a strong fight, lasting nearly 30 minutes before being eliminated by Damian Priest. However, reports surfaced that McIntyre was visibly upset backstage, particularly regarding LA Knight’s involvement in the match.

WWE Reacts to Backlash Over McIntyre’s WrestleMania 41 Plans

According to The Daily Mail, McIntyre was originally set to face Damian Priest at WrestleMania 41 in Las Vegas. However, many fans voiced their disappointment, calling it a lackluster match-up. In response, WWE is reportedly reconsidering its plans for the Scottish Warrior.

A recent report from Dr. Chris Featherstone suggests that WWE is aware of the negative fan reactions and has initiated internal discussions about adjusting McIntyre’s WrestleMania storyline. Featherstone shared on social media:

“Sources within WWE have informed me that the online backlash of Drew McIntyre’s potential WrestleMania opponent has opened up internal discussions to reevaluate current plans.”

LA Knight’s Role in the Royal Rumble Incident

In addition to McIntyre’s frustration, Wrestling Observer Radio’s Dave Meltzer reported that multiple WWE superstars were displeased with LA Knight during the Royal Rumble match. According to Meltzer, Knight allegedly deviated from the planned sequences, interfering with McIntyre’s scheduled elimination and delaying the match’s flow.

“The main issue was not the elimination where LA Knight got in Damian Priest’s way while eliminating Drew McIntyre. Instead, the frustration stemmed from earlier incidents where Knight reportedly strayed from the match plan, impacting McIntyre’s elimination timeline.”

What’s Next for Drew McIntyre?

With WrestleMania 41 approaching, fans eagerly await an official decision on Drew McIntyre’s match. Will WWE grant him a higher-profile bout, or will they stick to the original plan? One thing is certain—the WWE Universe is watching closely.