When I was writing my WrestleMania 39 predictions column earlier this week, I really struggled with who to pick in the Drew McIntyre vs Sheamus vs Gunther match for The Intercontinental Championship. A strong case could be made for all three men, as they all feel main event caliber and are embraced in their own way by the crowd.
I ultimately went with Sheamus with a very low degree of confidence. Many others have gone with Gunther. Over the last few days, Drew McIntyre supporters have also been getting louder with their case, or at least they were until suddenly a new rumor put the brakes on that. PW Insider reported that Drew McIntyre’s contract is apparently up this year, and the two sides “aren't’ even close” on a new deal yet. Now, the conventional wisdom is Drew McIntyre has almost no chance of winning. But is that really true? Let’s talk it out.
