Drew McIntyre has proven to be a dominant force on the SmackDown brand, and all signs point to the “Scottish Warrior” heading into WrestleMania 42 as the reigning Undisputed WWE Champion. However, his path to retaining the gold on the grandest stage of them all will likely be far more complicated than a standard one-on-one title defense.
Chaos Expected for the Undisputed WWE Championship
According to a recent WrestleVotes Q&A session, WWE’s internal creative direction is currently steering heavily away from a traditional singles match for the Undisputed Championship in Las Vegas. The report suggests that the company is looking to utilize the depth of the roster to create a chaotic, multi-man spectacle for the marquee event.
“At this point, it’s shaping up to be anything but a singles match. The expectation is a five-pack or even a six-pack challenge,” the report detailed regarding the internal discussions.
The potential inclusion of several high-profile challengers highlights the stacked nature of the current main event scene. “It’s wild to think that Aleister Black, Jacob Fatu, and Sami Zayn could all be part of the WWE Title match at WrestleMania. Whether it’s a four-man, five-man, or even six-man, but certainly won’t be a one-on-one match,” the report continued.
This multi-competitor format would not only protect McIntyre from taking a direct singles loss if WWE decides to execute a title change, but it also provides a premium spot on the WrestleMania 42 card for several deserving superstars who have been building momentum throughout the year. As the Road to WrestleMania progresses through events like Elimination Chamber, the exact lineup for this massive title clash will undoubtedly come into sharper focus.
