The December 2 episode of RAW was one of the best RAWs of the year. Spectacular promos, great matches, and two massive superstars returning in big fashion.
Big E and Drew McIntyre's returns were unexpected, to say the least, and what followed them was quite surprising. Big E's return had a surprising outcome, while Drew McIntyre's was brief but impactful.
Two Massive Stars Return in One of the Best RAW's of the Year
It was The New Day's tenth anniversary, and Big E returned just as Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods were going to announce the end of one of the most historic factions in wrestling history.
Fans thought Big E could change Kingston and Woods's minds. After a heartfelt promo that blurred the line between reality and fiction, Big E offered to return as their manager.
Kingston and Woods quickly refused that offer and turned on their former tag team partner, blaming his absence for The New Day's current state. According to them, waiting for Big E to come back stagnated them.
They also accused Big E of not being there for them. The return brought Kofi and Woods together, but not in the way fans had hoped. Taking a heel turn and berating their former friend, Big E left the ring in disbelief, marking the end of The New Day as we knew it.
However, Drew McIntyre's return was arguably even more impactful. We don't know if or when Big E will return to in-ring action, but 'The Scottish Warrior' is back and ready to rumble.
McIntyre returned after the end of the main event match between Rollins and Sami Zayn, hitting the latter with a claymore. This most likely means that McIntyre will reignite his feud with the Bloodline.
Two big returns that can have huge payoffs in the short or mid-term, with great storylines and the possibility of some exciting matches.