Drew McIntyre Defeats Jimmy Uso, Strikes Cody Rhodes on WWE SmackDown

Drew McIntyre secured a hard-fought victory over Jimmy Uso in a No Disqualification match on WWE SmackDown, using a steel chair and his signature Claymore Kick for the win. Post-match, McIntyre aggressively placed the steel chair around Uso's neck, prompting Cody Rhodes, the Undisputed WWE Champion, to intervene and confront McIntyre. Despite Rhodes' efforts, McIntyre retaliated with a Claymore Kick, escalating tensions ahead of their scheduled rematch for the Undisputed WWE Championship at Saturday Night's Main Event. The animosity stems from previous encounters where McIntyre accused Rhodes of benefiting from biased refereeing and manipulating fan support. Additionally, suspicions linger around McIntyre's possible involvement in the attack on Jacob Fatu, which has kept Fatu sidelined. The upcoming title match in Salt Lake City is highly anticipated, with McIntyre seeking redemption and a chance to reclaim the championship.