Drew McIntyre didnt hold back when the conversation turned to CM Punk during a recent appearance on Complex Graps. The reigning champion was asked to compare two of his biggest rivals CM Punk and Cody Rhodes and which one posed the tougher challenge in the ring. Instead of giving a neutral answer, McIntyre immediately took a shot at Punk while acknowledging the physical punishment both men have endured in their battles. McIntyre made it clear that his issues with Punk go far beyond competition inside the ring. While he admitted Punk is a dangerous opponent, he also described him in extremely harsh terms before explaining why their rivalry remains so intense. McIntyre also referenced the violent Hell in a Cell encounter between the two, explaining how Punk managed to score a victory in that match. According to McIntyre, the result came down to the punishment he absorbed during the fight rather than Punk being the better competitor. While Punk received the most direct insult during the conversation, McIntyre didnt stop there. The WWE champion also pivoted to longtime rival Cody Rhodes, suggesting Rhodes relies too heavily on his carefully crafted public image instead of simply letting his in-ring ability speak for itself. McIntyre went a step further by suggesting his opinion about Rhodes isnt unique within the locker room, claiming others in WWE share the same belief even if they dont always say it publicly. McIntyres comments show that the tension surrounding his rivalries with both Punk and Rhodes is far from finished. With major events on the horizon and the championship picture constantly shifting, it wouldnt be surprising to see these grudges explode again sooner rather than later. Do you think Drew McIntyre is right about CM Punk and Cody Rhodes, or is he just stirring the pot as champion? Let us know what you think and share your thoughts in the comments. Please credit Ringside News if you use the above transcript in your publication. G Add as a preferred source on Google
