Damian Priest Triumphs Over Drew McIntyre at Clash at the Castle Amid Controversy

Damian Priest made headlines in Glasgow, Scotland, emerging victorious as the World Heavyweight Champion at Clash at the Castle, despite facing local hero Drew McIntyre. The match saw Priest retain his title with an unexpected assist from CM Punk, adding a controversial twist to the outcome. Reflecting on his triumph during the Clash at the Castle Post-Show, Priest openly enjoyed the reception from the Glasgow crowd, reveling in their disbelief at his victory.

“I think this was my favorite [crowd] just for the fact that they wanted me to lose so bad and I won,” Priest remarked. He expressed satisfaction in proving doubters wrong, particularly those who labeled him a transient champion. He asserted his determination to hold onto his title, dismissing any notions of relinquishing it soon.

Responding to criticism and challenges, Priest highlighted his journey from skepticism to championship glory. “Before I was a champ, ‘You can’t do it,’ I did it. ‘You can’t hold it,’ I held it. ‘You can’t beat Drew in Scotland,’ I did it,” he asserted defiantly. Priest emphasized his resolve to defy odds and negativity, asserting his position as the face of Monday Night Raw.

During the match itself, Priest encountered a precarious moment when he was caught in an unusual position, hanging by his ankle from the ropes. Although details on any potential injury remained undisclosed, Priest visibly struggled with his leg afterward, raising concerns about his physical condition moving forward.

Despite the adversity faced both in and out of the ring, Damian Priest emerged from Clash at the Castle with his title and reputation intact. His victory over Drew McIntyre in McIntyre’s homeland stands as a testament to Priest’s resilience and his determination to prove himself as a formidable World Heavyweight Champion in WWE.