Insider Scoop Revealed: WWE Raw’s Unforgettable Segment Featuring CM Punk, Drew McIntyre, and Seth Rollins

Monday’s installment of WWE Raw witnessed a standout moment that will undoubtedly be etched into the annals of the show’s history: the intense verbal exchange between CM Punk, Drew McIntyre, and Seth Rollins.

This segment served as a prelude to Punk’s revelation as the guest commentator for the upcoming World Title Match, where Rollins is slated to defend his championship against McIntyre at WrestleMania 40. What made this moment particularly noteworthy was its authentic and spontaneous nature, diverging from the usual scripted exchanges of the past.

During the exchange, jabs were traded among the trio, creating an atmosphere that felt organic and unscripted. According to insights from Sean Ross Sapp of Fightful Select, sources within the company revealed that while there was a loose framework guiding the direction of the segment, the dialogue was not meticulously scripted word-for-word. Instead, the talent were encouraged to let the conversation flow naturally, with the directive being, “The talent knew they were all going to just go for it and see what happens.”

Adam Pearce was credited with overseeing the production of the promo segment. However, it was reported that WWE production was caught off guard by CM Punk’s use of profanity during the exchange. Subsequently, there was a memo circulated to talent, cautioning against the use of explicit language on air.

Despite this unexpected turn, backstage reports indicate that there were no issues or controversies arising from the promos, suggesting a smooth and well-received execution overall.