Drew McIntyre Aims to Destroy WWE Legend Following Battle with Cody Rhodes

Drew McIntyre is gearing up for a pivotal showdown with Cody Rhodes at the upcoming Saturday Night’s Main Event. This match, held in Salt Lake City, Utah, could see McIntyre capturing his fourth WWE world title. Previously, he faced Rhodes twice without securing the championship. Notably, he lost a match via disqualification when Rhodes struck him with the title belt.

In an exclusive interview with SPORTbible, McIntyre expressed his frustrations over perceived injustices in the ring. “Cody’s an act,” he stated, praising Rhodes’ talent while critiquing his methods. McIntyre emphasized the need for authenticity in wrestling, stating, “We need the harsh, brutal truth.” He believes that he represents this reality.

Future Aspirations: McIntyre’s Goals Beyond Rhodes

Should he succeed against Rhodes, McIntyre has grand plans for celebrating back in the UK. He desires an open-top bus parade, a dream he had hoped to realize following his first title win in 2020, which was thwarted by COVID-19 lockdowns.

Potential Showdown with John Cena

Despite not having faced John Cena in a one-on-one bout throughout his career, McIntyre remains hopeful for such an encounter. Cena, a 17-time world champion, will likely have limited appearances before retirement.

• McIntyre participated in a Fatal-4-Way match with Cena in 2019.
• He admires Cena’s remarkable mic skills.

“Cena is the GOAT on the microphone,” McIntyre remarked. He relishes the challenge of facing Cena, both in the ring and verbally. McIntyre aims to test his skills against one of the best talkers in the industry.

Returning to Scotland as Champion

As the first British WWE Undisputed Champion, McIntyre looks forward to returning to Scotland after winning the title. He believes there is potential for WrestleMania to take place in Scotland, possibly at Murrayfield Stadium, attracting fans from far and wide.

Visiting Hometown Attractions

In his return, McIntyre hopes to explore Scotland’s rich history and scenic beauty, having moved to the US at a young age. He stated, “I want to do the sightseeing stuff. I want to do the tourist stuff.”

McIntyre also reflected on his experiences during WWE’s last visit to the UK, including a loss to Roman Reigns at the Clash at the Castle event. He humorously recalled singing “American Pie” with Tyson Fury, labeling it as “one of the worst moments” of his career.

As WWE progresses towards the Road to the Royal Rumble tour in January, McIntyre remains focused on the task at hand. He is keen to overcome Cody’s influence and politics in order to achieve his championship dreams. “Then we have ourselves a parade and take it to WrestleMania,” he concluded.

With anticipation building for the Saturday Night’s Main Event, fans are eager to witness McIntyre’s next chapter in WWE.

Tickets for the upcoming Royal Rumble tour, which includes events in Belfast and London, are currently available.