Drew McIntyre heads into Elimination Chamber as one of the favorites to win after securing his spot in the match following his Royal Rumble elimination. His exceptional heel work over the past year has positioned him as one of wrestling’s most compelling villains.
Recent reports indicate Malakai Black left AEW earlier this year with speculation pointing toward a WWE return. The timing creates an intriguing possibility – Black could debut at Elimination Chamber specifically to target McIntyre, derailing his championship aspirations.
This potential storyline carries deeper significance dating back to 2020 when Black was reportedly positioned as a Royal Rumble favorite before McIntyre ultimately won that opportunity. Their paths diverged dramatically afterward – McIntyre captured WWE Championship gold while Black faced creative struggles before departing WWE in 2021.
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Black might blame McIntyre for his career trajectory, creating natural story tension. By costing McIntyre his championship opportunity, WWE could establish an instant rivalry with personal stakes heading into WrestleMania 41.
The storyline would provide McIntyre with a fresh feud while simultaneously reintroducing Black as a significant player in WWE’s landscape, potentially leading to a high-profile WrestleMania match between the two competitors.
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