This year’s Royal Rumble had many fans hoping for Drew McIntyre to dominate, especially after his big feuds with CM Punk and the Bloodline. However, Drew McIntyre’s unexpected exit from the ring in an awkward manner abruptly ended his chances of winning.
Both the fans and Drew were surprised, not understanding how it happened. The Scottish Warrior was so frustrated that he took his anger to the backstage and left the stadium before the show ended.
Drew McIntyre’s elimination came after a messy moment with LA Knight and Logan Paul, making it look botched. Backstage, McIntyre was furious, yelling and cursing about the disruption. He reportedly stormed out before the match ended.
Something went wrong with Drew McIntyre’s elimination from the #RoyalRumble Match.
— PW Chronicle (@_PWChronicle) February 2, 2025
When McIntyre returned backstage he was “screaming and cursing” that “someone had to get their moves in” at the expense of a number of stories in the match.
McIntyre loudly stormed out of the… pic.twitter.com/7PubBHT0Nz
The commentary team also appeared surprised with the off-timing, particularly when they concentrated on Logan Paul and LA Knight. Sources say McIntyre was upset, claiming someone ruined the match’s story for their own spotlight.
The elimination was supposed to set up a feud with Priest for WrestleMania 41, but the botched spot has now raised doubts about the storyline.
Fans react to Drew McIntyre’s abrupt elimination
The WWE Royal Rumble 2025 will be remembered for many things, but one big moment was Drew McIntyre’s sudden elimination. Fans have been sharing their thoughts on social media. Some are even blaming Triple H for the mistake, while others are calling it the worst part of the main event.
Brainrots don't understand that Drew has been going after the bloodline and punk for over a month. He is not gonna bandon that storyline out of nowhere.
— Ash🇦🇺 (@Ash_Andy7777) February 2, 2025
The elimination was a botch. he was supposed to be eliminated with Punk Rollins and Reigns starting a 4 way brawl https://t.co/deOv8NfmKD
The spot sucked no matter what. There is zero reason Drew should have been eliminated until towards the very end. Also, I don’t believe anything these pages say especially since McIntyre himself has made it clear not to believe anything involving him unless he himself has said it… https://t.co/WhzA8NUfpC
— Taylor (@SanguineAzure) February 3, 2025
I’m coming after you @TripleH
— kelsey.🐸 (@m4rvelgirl) February 2, 2025
THAT SHIT WAS FOUL.
PUNK ELIMINATED BY LOGAN FUCKING PAUL?
WHAT A JOKE. #ROYALRUMBLE
Drew got eliminated in the lamest way possible #RoyalRumble pic.twitter.com/p0iYrJm5hL
— Jake (@CookedBySteph) February 2, 2025
Drew getting eliminated was a shock I bet whoever picked him to win was p.o'ed but he should be happy because Roman didn't win the Royal Rumble.
— Chanel Cook (@ccgamergirl94) February 2, 2025