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WWE, under Triple H's creative regime, is now heading toward Bad Blood 2024, which is only a week away. The upcoming premium live event is set to showcase high-profile matches featuring top stars like Roman Reigns, Cody Rhodes, and many others. However, WWE's Chief Content Officer might be facing a significant dilemma regarding the main event of the show.
Two matches stand out as contenders to close the event. One is the Hell in a Cell match between Drew McIntyre and CM Punk, and the other is the tag team match featuring Roman Reigns, Cody Rhodes, and The Bloodline.
In this article, we will explore the compelling reasons why the Hell in a Cell match between McIntyre and Punk should headline Bad Blood 2024.
The return of Hell in a Cell structure at Bad Blood 2024
One of the primary reasons why the match between Drew McIntyre and CM Punk should headline the show is the return of the iconic Hell in a Cell structure. The last time a HIAC match took place in WWE was in April 2023 at WrestleMania 39, where Edge defeated Demon Finn Balor in a brutal encounter.
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With the Hell in a Cell stipulation returning after nearly a year, it adds significant weight to the match, making it a prime candidate to close the event. Given the rarity and prestige of this stipulation, Punk vs. McIntyre has an additional edge and should be the main event of Bad Blood 2024.
The animosity between McIntyre and Punk
Another factor that gives the Drew McIntyre vs. CM Punk match a strong case to headline Bad Blood is the intense animosity between the two stars. Their rivalry has escalated beyond a typical wrestling feud and has reached deeply personal levels. This bitter grudge adds a compelling narrative that makes their match more fitting for the main event.
Roman Reigns certainly has an important storyline with Solo Sikoa's faction and a rich history with Cody Rhodes. One point to note is, however, this feud seems to have only just started, with interactions between the stars having been very minimal since WrestleMania 40. Also, The Original Tribal Chief will undoubtedly have plenty of opportunities to headline future premium live events to showcase Bloodline related issues down the line.
In contrast, the McIntyre vs. Punk feud is expected to culminate at Bad Blood, making it more deserving of the main event spotlight at WWE Bad Blood 2024.
High unpredictability in the HIAC match makes it more worthy to headline Bad Blood 2024
The tag team match featuring Roman Reigns and Cody Rhodes is sure to be an exciting contest. However, the unpredictability factor is significantly higher in the Hell in a Cell match between CM Punk and Drew McIntyre. With each competitor having secured a victory each in their previous encounters, this rubber match will ultimately determine the fate of their rivalry.
As a result, the HIAC match at Bad Blood has a stronger chance of main eventing, given its suspenseful nature that will draw fans eager to see who comes out on top.
In contrast, the outcome of The Bloodline tag team match seems more predictable, with many fans anticipating a win for the super- team of Reigns and Rhodes. If that expected ending unfolds, it would lead to a lack of surprise and excitement for the audience.
