Drew McIntyre is gearing up for a high-stakes showdown against Cody Rhodes for the Undisputed WWE Championship in less than two weeks, yet his focus was briefly stolen by a viral sensation online. The Drew McIntyre viral moment erupted after social media users shared a clip of a Moroccan lookalike, amusing fans and stirring conversation across platforms.
Unexpected Online Fame for Drew McIntyre’s “Twin”
As WWE stars enjoyed some downtime during their holiday tour on New Year’s Eve, Drew McIntyre took the opportunity to celebrate with his wife, Kaitlyn Frohnapfel, as she marked her 34th birthday on December 31. While fans and wrestlers alike indulged in festivities, one fan on X (previously Twitter) captured attention by sharing a video featuring a man who bore a strong resemblance to McIntyre. In the clip, the Moroccan doppelganger entertained viewers with animated dance moves, swaying to lively music.
The video quickly drew internet buzz after the fan tagged McIntyre as well as several prominent wrestling accounts, sparking a wave of reposts throughout the wrestling community. As speculation and humor swirled, conversations grew regarding the uncanny similarities between the Moroccan man and the Scottish WWE star.
“Drew McIntyre in the Moroccan version 😂😂🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 @DMcIntyreWWE @CWrestlingUK @wyattCRIMSON6 @WrestleFeatures @TripleH #Raw,”
the fan @nimarsalah607 tweeted. – Fan on X
While McIntyre has not yet responded to the viral video, fans are eager to see if he’ll acknowledge the trend, especially since he’s built a reputation for witty social media interactions. Observers are even speculating whether McIntyre might use this moment as playful ammunition in his ongoing rivalry with Cody Rhodes.
Major Showdown Set: McIntyre Selects 3 Stages of Hell
Looking ahead, McIntyre’s focus remains on his upcoming challenge for the Undisputed WWE Championship. Last Friday on SmackDown, he announced that his match against Cody Rhodes on January 9 in Berlin, Germany, will carry the formidable 3 Stages of Hell stipulation. This grueling multi-fall contest is a rare spectacle, having occurred only four times in WWE history.
The 3 Stages of Hell concept debuted in 2001 with a legendary face-off between Triple H and Stone Cold Steve Austin. Since then, iconic rivalries such as Triple H versus Shawn Michaels, Randy Orton versus Triple H, and John Cena against Ryback have all featured the format. Though Johnny Gargano and Adam Cole’s 2-out-of-3 Falls Match at NXT Toronto in 2019 mirrored the structure with escalating stipulations for each fall, the historic branding of “3 Stages of Hell” was absent in that bout.
The intensity of this format is expected to elevate the match between McIntyre and Rhodes, intensifying anticipation among WWE fans and insiders alike in the lead-up to the Berlin showdown.
What This Viral Moment Means for McIntyre and WWE
The Drew McIntyre viral moment highlights how even top-tier athletes can become part of internet trends, bridging the gap between sports entertainment and global fandom. As social media continues to shape wrestling narratives and embrace humor beyond the ring, all eyes remain fixed on McIntyre—not just for his title aspirations, but for how he navigates this unexpected pop culture twist.
As the date draws near for the 3 Stages of Hell match in Germany, both the viral buzz and in-ring rivalry ensure that McIntyre, Cody Rhodes, and the WWE universe will be at the center of intense fan scrutiny and excitement.
Drew McIntyre in the Moroccan version 😂😂🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 @DMcIntyreWWE @CWrestlingUK @wyattCRIMSON6 @WrestleFeatures @TripleH #Raw pic.twitter.com/U3OHRZr5gT
— Salah Ramos (@nimarsalah607) September 5, 2024
