“Wanted a good look,” Drew McIntyre reveals reason behind shockingly embracing Cody Rhodes on WWE SmackDown
Drew McIntyre breaks his silence with a surprising reason behind hugging Cody Rhodes before their confrontation on SmackDown.
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Drew McIntyre and Cody Rhodes (via WWE)
Drew McIntyre made an unexpected appearance on SmackDown this week, confronting Cody Rhodes in a surprising turn of events. The Scottish Warrior stunned the WWE Universe by embracing The American Nightmare with a seemingly heartfelt hug. Following the show, McIntyre broke his silence, revealing the motive behind his shocking gesture on SmackDown.
Taking to X, the former WWE Champion joined in on the internet meme culture by taking a playful shot at Cody Rhodes‘ famous neck tattoo. McIntyre humorously claimed that his embrace was merely an opportunity to get a closer look at the ‘American Nightmare’ tattoo. Adding to the banter, he joked that the tattoo looks even funnier up close, poking fun at the Undisputed WWE Champion.
I just wanted a good look at that tattoo. I can confirm it’s even funnier up close.
Drew McIntyre via X
Furthermore, The Scottish Warrior issued a cryptic warning to Rhodes, hinting at a potential challenge for the Undisputed WWE Championship in the near future. Interestingly, moments after McIntyre exited the ring, leaving Rhodes with more questions than answers, Kevin Owens ignited a massive brawl. This unexpected chaos further added to the tension surrounding the segment.
I just wanted a good look at that tattoo.
— Drew (@DMcIntyreWWE) January 4, 2025
I can confirm it’s even funnier up close. pic.twitter.com/pjoyfwKKpP
McIntyre also made his presence known during the six-man tag team match between The Usos and The Bloodline. He approached the ring to distract Jey Uso, setting the stage for their clash on Raw’s Netflix debut. His strategy appeared to pay off, as The Usos suffered a crushing defeat at the hands of Solo Sikoa in decisive fashion.
Drew McIntyre claimed he is willing to face any consequences for his actions in 2025
Drew McIntyre was relentless throughout 2024, especially during his heated feud with CM Punk on Raw. The Scottish Warrior pushed boundaries with his actions, leaving a lasting impact on The Best in the World. Recently, McIntyre revealed that he intends to maintain this aggressive attitude in 2025, regardless of the consequences he might face.
Speaking on The Ringer, the former WWE Champion stated that his primary goal is to deliver the best results for both himself and the fans through his programs. He emphasized that as long as his actions benefit the fans and his career, he does not feel the need for anyone’s approval and is ready to face any repercussions for his choices in the future.
I think I’m at that place where I’m like, ‘S*rew it. I’m going to go all the way, and I’m willing to deal with the repercussions,’ just to get the best possible result for myself, for the fans, and in the end, for the company.
Drew McIntyre via The Ringer
Additionally, the 39-year-old has revealed that he has no desire to pursue a World Championship in 2025. Following a series of setbacks, he stated that his focus now lies on other opportunities within WWE. It will be interesting to see how the future unfolds for the Scottish wrestler, as his unpredictable path promises intriguing developments in the months ahead.
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