In the recent WWE Clash At The Castle: Scotland event, Damian Priest held onto his WWE World Heavyweight Championship title against Drew McIntyre. Despite McIntyre almost clinching the win, CM Punk interrupted the match which resulted in Priest retaining the title at the OVO Hydro.
After the event, there was a press conference where WWE announcer Wade Barrett expressed his disapproval of Punk’s actions. He called for Punk, also known as the Second City Saint, to be terminated from WWE immediately.
Barrett stated, “That was the biggest screwjob in history, just beating Bret Hart. That is the new number one. There is a huge shadow cast upon this entire industry thanks to the actions of CM Punk. CM Punk needs to be fired by WWE management. For once, show some guts. Do what you’re supposed to do. This is a guy who was medically cleared to be in contact with any wrestler. He has now materially affected the outcome of two heavyweight championship matches. Why is CM Punk here? He wasn’t scheduled for SmackDown, media appearances, or even Clash at the Castle. Are you implying that he travelled all the way to Scotland on a private jet just to watch the show? He spoiled this event. He should’ve been expelled from the venue. Inviting him to the press conference after the fact, offering him donuts, and tossing easy questions at him. Having a respected figure in this industry, the leader of WWE, a man I hold in high regard, Triple H, to address these issues with comments such as ‘I’m happy to have Phil Brooks back. This is the Phil Brooks I want to see. Thrilled and excited to work with him. Thank you CM Punk for helping change the culture behind the scenes at WWE.’ I find none of that admirable. It’s mere nonsense. The man is toxic.”
Included below is a June 15, 2024 post-show of Clash at the Castle: Scotland. [embedded content]