Bron Breakker Originally Planned to Win Royal Rumble
Bron Breakker’s anticipated triumph at the 2026 Royal Rumble has been confirmed to be scrapped, according to recent insights from Dave Meltzer in the Wrestling Observer Newsletter. Originally, plans had set Breakker on a clear path to victory, culminating in a match against CM Punk for the World Heavyweight Championship at WrestleMania 42.
Injury Leads to Major Changes
The conceptual framework for Breakker’s storyline was significantly impacted by an injury to Seth Rollins at Crown Jewel. This injury shifted WWE’s championship landscape and led to the decision to have Punk positioned as the titleholder. The original storyline intended for Breakker to engage in a structured narrative featuring multiple pivotal matches.
- Initial Match: Loss to Punk on RAW’s Netflix anniversary show.
- Follow-Up: Triumph at the Royal Rumble.
- Finale: Squaring off against Punk at WrestleMania.
Drew McIntyre’s Role in the Revamped Storyline
As plans evolved, Drew McIntyre emerged as a key player, advocating for a victory over Cody Rhodes in their anticipated “Three Stages of Hell” match. McIntyre justified this request by referencing his previous setbacks against Rhodes, who appeared supportive of McIntyre’s push for the title.
Meltzer explained that McIntyre’s argument led to a reshaping of narrative arcs, pulling focus away from Breakker’s initial trajectory. This shift ultimately resulted in McIntyre claiming the WWE Championship and redirected WrestleMania’s spotlight toward matchups involving key superstars like Roman Reigns and CM Punk.
Conclusion: The Erasure of Breakker’s Moment
The original plans for Bron Breakker’s Royal Rumble victory have been completely discarded. With WrestleMania 42 approaching, the emphasis has now moved to the established narratives surrounding Reigns, Punk, and McIntyre. The reshuffling signals a robust commitment to spotlighting WWE’s top-tier talent, leaving Breakker’s storyline in the rearview.
