WWE broadcaster Wade Barrett criticized CM Punk's interference in Drew McIntyre's match, leading to Priest retaining the WWE World Heavyweight Championship, and demanded Punk's firing.

WWE broadcaster Wade Barrett condemned CM Punk's interference in Drew McIntyre's match, leading to Priest retaining the WWE World Heavyweight Championship at Clash at the Castle. Barrett demanded Punk's firing, calling him "poison" and criticizing Triple H's positive comments on Punk's return. He accused WWE management of lacking leadership and not taking strong action against Punk's actions.