Talk about making an entrance! Drew McIntyre isn’t just swinging any sword; he’s swinging a Scottish claymore into a shiny new multi-year deal with WWE. The big reveal was done in true superstar fashion, with none other than Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson dropping the news on Instagram via a video featuring a Scottish claymore sword—because when you re-up with WWE, you go big or go home!
This deal, as reported by Fightful Select, was clinched just in the nick of time as McIntyre’s contract was on the brink of expiring. But fear not, the WWE universe can breathe easy knowing that “The Scottish Psychopath” is here to stay, with a contract that’s described as both “multi-year” and “big money.” With more wrestlers expected to ink similar lucrative deals soon, it’s clear WWE is not just splashing the cash; they’re making a statement.
PWInsider adds a cherry on top by confirming that the agreement was reached a couple of days ago, and both parties are all smiles. The timing couldn’t be better for McIntyre, who has been battling a hyperextended elbow but still showed up swinging for WWE’s UK tour last week—a move that has earned him heaps of respect within the company. Although he won’t be gracing the television screens immediately due to his injury, the excitement about his return is palpable.
With this deal potentially locking McIntyre in until 2027, it marks a decade since his WWE return in 2017—a return that saw him rise from the ranks of NXT to become a cornerstone of the main roster. Last year’s murmurings about frustrations over communication, especially after WWE’s merger announcement with UFC, are now just water under the bridge. McIntyre’s new contract with the TKO Group Holdings signifies a new chapter not just for him but for WWE’s evolving landscape.
So, as “The Rock” would say, “Finally, Drew McIntyre has come back… to stay!” And with that, WWE secures not just a top talent, but a flagship star for the foreseeable future.