Drew McIntyre has openly criticized the announcement that he will defend the WWE Championship against Cody Rhodes on the March 6 episode of WWE SmackDown. The matchup was declared by SmackDown General Manager Nick Aldis following WWE Elimination Chamber, despite a pre-existing agreement that Rhodes would only receive a rematch if he won either the Royal Rumble or the Elimination Chamber match, which he did not.
McIntyre Questions the Legitimacy of the Rematch
In a recent interview with Complex Graps, McIntyre expressed his frustration, labeling the situation as unfair. He highlighted the terms of the contract, emphasizing there was no provision allowing a rematch under these circumstances.
“It’s BS. It’s as simple as that,”
McIntyre said.
“I seem to recall there being a certain contract, it wasn’t Cody gets a rematch if Drew decides to interfere in every match for the rest of time. It says Cody gets no rematch, he has to win the Royal Rumble, he has to win the Elimination Chamber, he won neither. The small print didn’t say beside that if Drew does this or if Drew gets involved in a match.”
Accusations Against SmackDown’s Authority Figure Nick Aldis
McIntyre directly criticized Aldis for making the match despite the contract terms, accusing him of overstepping his role.
“Nick Aldis, that hooligan, made the match, breached a contract and I’m currently figuring out how this match is even happening in the first place,”
McIntyre stated. He added,
“I said all along, anybody but Cody. I’m in this situation where I’ve got to fight him on Friday. I’m talking to the lawyers, I’m gonna figure it out.”
Tense Relationship Between McIntyre and Aldis
Referring to a recent heated confrontation, McIntyre questioned Aldis’ suitability as SmackDown General Manager.
“You saw what happened with Nick,”
he remarked.
“He’s too hotheaded to be a GM, he gets in my face and rips off his jacket. I mean, I’m 6’5 and 280, I can drop him on his arse any second. Imagine it’s one of the little guys, which is basically 80% the rest of the roster. Imagine it’s one of the females in that situation. Somebody like that in power, somebody like that protecting Cody.”
He concluded by reiterating his determination to retain the championship, saying,
“As far as I’m concerned, it’s BS. It’s the same old story, trying to screw Drew McIntyre. Whatever happens on Friday, I’m gonna make sure I leave that match with this championship and head into WrestleMania as champion.”
Upcoming Implications for WWE Storyline and WrestleMania
The controversy surrounding the Cody Rhodes WWE Title Match adds significant tension heading into SmackDown’s March 6 episode and WrestleMania. McIntyre’s challenge to the legitimacy of the match and his dispute with Aldis could impact storyline directions and backstage dynamics. Fans can expect a contentious title defense and heightened drama as this conflict unfolds.
