After the intense events of Saturday Night’s Main Event, former WWE Champion Drew McIntyre has announced a surprising alliance with United States Champion Logan Paul, a decision that has generated significant controversy among wrestling fans. This partnership sets the stage for a major tag team match at WWE SummerSlam, scheduled for August 2–3, where McIntyre and Paul will face Randy Orton and Grammy-winning artist Jelly Roll.
Ringside Tensions Escalate Into High-Stakes Tag Team Match
The rivalry between these competitors intensified during McIntyre’s singles match against Orton at SNME. Logan Paul stood in McIntyre’s corner while Jelly Roll supported Orton, and a heated confrontation erupted outside the ring. The chaos distracted McIntyre, allowing Orton to capitalize with his signature RKO, securing the victory.
Following the match, McIntyre delivered a devastating Claymore Kick to Jelly Roll, underscoring the animosity and setting up the upcoming tag team showdown at SummerSlam.
Mixed Fan Reactions and McIntyre’s Response
The newly formed Drew McIntyre Logan Paul alliance has not been embraced by all fans, with many expressing unease and frustration on social media. In response, McIntyre addressed the backlash by sharing a photo of himself wearing his Bored At Work t-shirt alongside Paul on Twitter, accompanied by the comment:
“The internet hates this already, which probably means it’s not actually that bad.”
—Drew McIntyre, WWE Superstar
This statement sparked debate over whether McIntyre was deflecting criticism with irony or genuinely standing behind the partnership. He also included a link to his WWE Shop merchandise, further drawing attention to the alliance.
Upcoming Clash Holds Uncertain Outcomes
Despite the rocky start—where Logan Paul’s confrontation with Jelly Roll contributed to McIntyre’s loss—the duo now has a chance to prove their effectiveness as a team at SummerSlam. Fans remain uncertain if this unexpected pairing will develop the chemistry needed to overcome Orton and Jelly Roll or if the opposition will dominate in one of the most unusual tag team matches of the summer.
This storyline highlights the potential for shifts in alliances and dynamics within WWE as SummerSlam approaches, promising a tense and unpredictable encounter.
