WWE Champion Drew McIntyre addressed Cody Rhodes after Rhodes agreed to McIntyre’s conditions ahead of his comeback. The tension between them heightened following Rhodes’ recent assault on McIntyre at his home. Nick Aldis confirmed that when Rhodes returns to SmackDown next week, he must avoid any physical contact with McIntyre, or he risks losing his WWE Championship.
Cody Rhodes accepted the terms for the December 19 SmackDown episode, prompting WWE to release a video of Drew McIntyre’s response to Rhodes. McIntyre harshly accused Rhodes of being deceptive and aggressive, recalling how Rhodes attacked him on his property, calling him out for acting like a “wolf in sheep’s clothing” and warning that he is protecting fans from Rhodes’ unstable behavior. McIntyre declared Rhodes is no longer the leading figure and hinted that a new champion is on the rise, warning Rhodes to reconsider before their next encounter. He went on to assert that if a match were to take place, the title would end up with him. McIntyre ended with a sharp message wishing Rhodes a “Merry Christmas” while signaling this might be Rhodes’ last run as WWE Champion.
This dramatic exchange matters greatly to WWE fans as it escalates the excitement surrounding the upcoming showdown, promising a high-stakes battle that could reshape the WWE landscape. For the sport, it signals a potentially career-defining moment for both wrestlers, setting the stage for intense rivalry and compelling storytelling on SmackDown.
