McIntyre Claims Innocence, Issues Threat to Rhodes After SmackDown Assault

Drew McIntyre took center stage on SmackDown to dispute claims of attacking Cody Rhodes, the Undisputed WWE Champion. McIntyre presented his version of events, asserting that Rhodes was the aggressor and that he was merely defending himself. He mocked the narrative, suggesting that the audience’s perception was incorrect, and re-enacted the moments at ringside to support his claims. According to McIntyre, Rhodes attempted to send him through the announce table after their match concluded, prompting McIntyre’s actions. The rivalry has become intensely personal, with McIntyre revealing he once supported Rhodes’ title aspirations, only to eventually take the title himself. McIntyre issued a stern warning, stating, “You made the first move, but your biggest mistake was… Cody Rhodes is so good at pissing people off, Drew McIntyre is so good at taking people out. If you provoke me, I will do very, very violent things. If you provoke me, I’m the real nightmare. Get well soon.” The previous week’s events saw McIntyre deliver a brutal assault on Rhodes, concluding with a Claymore Kick through the announce table following a disqualification loss. WWE has not provided an update on Rhodes’ condition. The WWE Universe is left to speculate on the champion’s injury and potential return, while McIntyre’s threats indicate a violent continuation of their feud.