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Drew McIntyre has been one of the most dominant forces in the WWE roster over the last few years.
The Scottish Warrior recently put his name in the title picture when he challenged WWE Champion Big E. The two babyfaced superstars are set to face each other this Thursday at Crown Jewel.
In the build-up to their match in Saudi Arabia, McIntyre and Big E have been squaring off in tag team competition against The Usos and The Dirty Dawgs in a storyline of "will they co-exist as a team."
Tensions have been flaring between the champion and the challenger in these tag team bouts. McIntyre and E were at each others' throats last week on RAW when they competed against The Usos. This week, the scenario was better as they co-existed to overcome Dolph Zigler and Robert Roode.
Drew McIntyre is now a SmackDown superstar after the WWE Draft and will most likely serve as a filler for the title match at Crown Jewel. The WWE Championship, in all likelihood, will continue to be with Big E on the red brand as SmackDown already has the Universal Championship.
The Scottish Warrior, after his bout in Saudi Arabia, will be on the hunt for new challenges, which brings us to this article. Here's a look at five possible feuds for Drew McIntyre following Crown Jewel.
#5. Jeff Hardy vs. Drew McIntyre
Jeff Hardy and Drew McIntyre have had epic bouts in the past, with the most recent being at Elimination Chamber this year. McIntyre successfully conquered Hardy, and four other superstars, to retain his WWE Championship.
That said, both superstars are now on SmackDown and could reignite their rivalry. The Charismatic Enigma, in a recent interview on Out of Character with Ryan Satin, teased a heel turn when he said "a darker side of him is waiting to be unleashed in the near future."
If this does happen, an epic babyface vs. heel battle could be on the cards much to the delight of the WWE Universe.
#4. Isaiah "Swerve" Scott vs. Drew McIntyre
A contest between Drew McIntyre and Isaiah "Swerve" Scott will surely be an enticing proposition.
The NXT Superstar, and his team Hit Row, have moved to SmackDown after the WWE Draft. Scott made heads turn when he beat Bronson Reed to win the NXT North American Championship on the June 29 episode of NXT. He held the title for a whopping 105 days before losing it to Carmelo Hayes.
That said, the former NXT North American Champion would certainly want to make his mark on the blue brand, and what could be better than feuding with a superstar like Drew McIntyre. With this rivalry, Scott's career will certainly get a great push.
#3. Cesaro vs. Drew McIntyre
A contest between Cesaro and Drew McIntyre would pin the two biggest babyfaces on the blue brand.
Cesaro has never faced McIntyre before, and this rivalry could certainly aid the Swiss Cyborg as he desperately needs a meaningful storyline after failing to advance in the King of the Ring tournament.
The bout will see immense power from both superstars, with the winner being too close to call. What can be assured is entertainment galore for the WWE Universe if this contest sees the light of day.
#2. Xavier Woods vs. Drew McIntyre
The contest between Xavier Woods and Drew McIntyre will be an epic first.
The New Day Member and the Scottish Warrior have never locked horns in the ring in a one-on-one match. If this rivalry takes shape, Drew could challenge Xavier to a Battle for the Crown match, provided Woods is successful in becoming King at Crown Jewel.
This bout of the babyfaces will see the brute strength of McIntyre pinned against the high-flying abilities of Xavier Woods, making it an edge-of-the-seat affair for the WWE Universe.
#1. Roman Reigns vs. Drew McIntyre
If McIntyre is unsuccessful in conquering the WWE Championship at Crown Jewel, he would certainly want to set his sights on another coveted championship.
The Universal Championship will be up for grabs this Thursday, as champion Roman Reigns will defend his title against Brock Lesnar. If the Tribal Chief comes unscathed in the contest, the Scottish Warrior will be waiting in the wings.
The two heavyweights have had epic bouts in the past, with Roman prevailing in the most recent one at Survivor Series last year. If another clash sees the light of day, it will be a treat for the WWE Universe.
