Drew McIntyre needed 16 stitches after getting legitimately busted open by CM Punk at Bad Blood

Drew McIntyre required serious medical help following his brutal Hell in a Cell match at Bad Blood with CM Punk.

Drew McIntyre needed 16 stitches after getting legitimately busted open by CM Punk at Bad Blood

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Bad Blood witnessed the final chapter of the story of CM Punk and Drew McIntyre inside Hell in a Cell. The two stars entered the Devil’s Playground to end each other once and for all. With everything on the line, The Scottish Warrior went to extreme lengths to put on a classic. Now a report sheds light on a critical moment from the match where McIntyre was legit hurt.

According to PWInsider, the former WWE Champion actually busted his head open during the match. When CM Punk bashed him with the toolbox, the 39-year-old sustained an incision on his head. Following the match, he required 16 stitches to close the wound. However, the severity of the injury would only be determined after further evaluation.

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Moreover, Punk and Drew required immediate medical attention following their match. Considering the brutality the two stars caused inside Hell in a Cell, it could be speculated that they are going to be out of action for a while. Besides, it was the final chapter of their feud, and it looks like they would be moving to separate paths from here on.

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As it seems, CM Punk might be challenging Gunther, as it was reported earlier last month that WWE has major plans for them. As for McIntyre, his direction lies up in the air at the moment. They might likely go on a short break for the next few months to make a surprise entry next year at Royal Rumble.

How could the direction of Drew McIntyre play out after Bad Blood?

Drew McIntyre has cemented his legacy following this brutal Hell in a Cell match. Just a few minutes after Bad Blood, fans were buzzing all over the internet about what could be the direction for The Scottish Warrior from here on. After working at such a high level, there are a few paths where the 39-year-old might march on to redefine his career.

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There is a prospect that McIntyre might be out until Royal Rumble. Therefore, there are chances that he might face some legend on the road to WrestleMania 41. Chances are he might have a singles match with Wade Barrett at the Grandest Stage of Them All considering that WWE has already planted seeds of it earlier on Raw.

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Besides, there is a possibility he might find himself sharing a ring with John Cena in his retirement tour next year. Thereafter, it is very well speculated that sooner rather than later he would be entering the World Title picture. Given all the prospects, the future looks bright for The Scottish Warrior. Therefore, it is going to be interesting to see how things transpire for him moving forward.