Getting Over: Wrestling Podcast

WWE: CM Punk injury shakes up WrestleMania 40 as Drew McIntyre, Seth Rollins stay hot

Episode Summary

Just as WWE's Road to WrestleMania 40 officially got underway, a major speed bump appeared: CM Punk tearing his triceps. Host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini cover the details of Punk's injury, Drew McIntyre benefitting, plans for Rhea Ripley vs. Becky Lynch, Seth Rollins confronting Cody Rhodes, creative plans for Bayley and Pat McAfee returning to commentary, along with a second look at WWE Royal Rumble 2024.

Episode Notes

Just as WWE's Road to WrestleMania 40 officially got underway, a major speed bump appeared: CM Punk tearing his triceps. Host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini open with a second look at WWE Royal Rumble 2024 [8:30] and a discussion about commentary changes, including the return of Pat McAfee [46:40], before moving into The Main Event [1:08:20] where they cover the details of Punk's injury, Drew McIntyre appearing to be the beneficiary amid his hot run, and whether Rhea Ripley vs. Becky Lynch will now conclude WrestleMania Night 1. "The Silver King" and "Vintage" then tackle The Good, The Bad and The Ugly from Raw and SmackDown [1:34:20], including Seth Rollins confronting Cody Rhodes and elevating the world heavyweight title, Bayley standing tall with Damage CTRL, Judgment Day beginning to escape the R-Truth vortex, and notable moments for DIY, Andrade, Nia Jax, Elektra Lopez, Final Testament, Trick Williams and others. Follow Getting Over on Twitter @GettingOverCast.