WWE Hall of Famer Discusses CM Punk, Seth Rollins, and Drew McIntyre’s Royal Rumble Journey

As the Royal Rumble season heats up, fans are buzzing with excitement over the high stakes of the Men’s Royal Rumble Match. WWE Hall of Famer Bully Ray (also known as Bubba Ray Dudley) recently shared his insights on Busted Open Radio, diving deep into the motivations of top competitors like CM Punk, Seth Rollins, and Drew McIntyre.

CM Punk’s Quest for WrestleMania Glory

For CM Punk, the Royal Rumble is more than just another match—it’s a culmination of his storied wrestling career. Bully Ray noted, “For Punk, this has been a lifelong thing since the day he left WWE. We know how important it is for CM Punk to be in the main event of WrestleMania.”

The stakes are undeniably high for Punk, who has fought relentlessly to cement his legacy. His potential victory could finally place him in a WrestleMania main event, fulfilling a dream that has long eluded him.

Seth Rollins: A Bitter Rival

Meanwhile, Seth Rollins has made his intentions clear—to shatter CM Punk’s aspirations. “We now know how important it is for Seth Rollins to ruin that dream for CM Punk,” Bully Ray explained. Rollins’s fiery rivalry with Punk is more than professional—it’s personal, adding an extra layer of intensity to their inevitable showdown.

Drew McIntyre: A Man with Something to Prove

Another major contender in this year’s Royal Rumble is Drew McIntyre, whose declaration to compete underscores his hunger for redemption and gold. “We know how important it is for Drew,” said Bully Ray. McIntyre, a former WWE Champion, is no stranger to the spotlight, but the Royal Rumble offers him a chance to reclaim his position at the top.

High Stakes and Personal Vendettas

As Bully Ray pointed out, while all 30 competitors enter the Royal Rumble with the ultimate goal of headlining WrestleMania, the personal rivalries and unique stakes for Punk, Rollins, and McIntyre make their participation particularly compelling. “There are real, individual issues that we heard about last night,” Ray emphasized.

The 2025 Royal Rumble Match is shaping up to be one of the most anticipated events in WWE history. With superstars like CM Punk, Seth Rollins, and Drew McIntyre bringing their personal vendettas to the ring, fans can expect fireworks when the bell rings.