Drew McIntyre has publicly expressed his frustration with Nick Aldis after an unexpected announcement following the Elimination Chamber event. Aldis declared that McIntyre would defend the WWE Championship against Cody Rhodes on the March 6 episode of SmackDown, despite an existing agreement that Rhodes would not receive a rematch unless he won either the Royal Rumble or Elimination Chamber matches, which he did not. This development has sparked controversy and confusion over the validity of the match setup.
Details Surrounding the Disputed Rematch Agreement
In a recent interview with Complex Graps, McIntyre voiced strong disapproval of Aldis’s decision and the conduct surrounding the situation. He emphasized that the original contract clearly stated Cody Rhodes would only gain a rematch if he secured a victory in the Royal Rumble or Elimination Chamber events, neither of which happened. McIntyre is currently consulting legal counsel to understand how this match was authorized against the agreed terms.
“It’s BS. It’s as simple as that. 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. 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. 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. You saw what happened with Nick — 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. 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.”
? Drew McIntyre, WWE Superstar
Implications for Upcoming WWE Events and WrestleMania
This contract disagreement places a spotlight on the authority and decisions of Nick Aldis, who serves as the General Manager, with McIntyre suggesting that Aldis’s temperament is causing unnecessary tension backstage. Fans will have to wait until the March 6 SmackDown episode to see how the disputed match unfolds. McIntyre’s determination to retain the WWE Championship heading into WrestleMania adds additional significance to this storyline, making the match a critical moment in his career.
WWE followers can anticipate Fightful’s full coverage of the SmackDown event as it airs, providing updates on this ongoing dispute and the championship bout. The situation underscores the complexities and potential conflicts behind wrestling entertainment contracts, as well as the personal stakes for the performers involved.
