Rangers-loving WWE star Drew McIntyre is set to receive a hero's welcome in Glasgow tonight, as he returns home with the Undisputed WWE Championship. The Scottish grappler from Ayr made history last night in Berlin, dethroning rival Cody Rhodes to claim the top title for the third time in his career. Thousands of fans erupted in excitement as the athlete, a self-proclaimed Rangers supporter, left Germany with the gold, more than four years after his last reign ended. This triumph marks a significant achievement for Scotland and Britain, as McIntyre becomes the first WWE champion from the UK to land a major movie role in the upcoming Highlander reboot. McIntyre, 40, secured victory in a rare Three Stages of Hell match, emerging triumphant in the final steel cage phase with the help of returning superstar Jacob Fatu. He won the first normal wrestling match pinfall, followed by a loss in the falls count anywhere match. McIntyre's determination to cling to the championship belt, despite multiple failed attempts in recent years, showcased his resilience. The Hydro in Glasgow will host all of WWE's biggest names tonight, and McIntyre will bring the belt home to his hometown. McIntyre's WWE journey began in 2020 when he won the Undisputed Championship at WrestleMania 36, defeating Brock Lesnar inside the WWE Performance Center. He became a two-time WWE Undisputed Champion in 2020, but his reign was short-lived as he lost to The Miz just three months later. McIntyre's success continued as he claimed the World Heavyweight Championship at WrestleMania XL in 2024, defeating Seth Rollins. However, his reign was cut short by CM Punk, who attacked McIntyre and allowed Damian Priest to cash in his Money in the Bank contract, ending McIntyre's reign after just five minutes and forty-six seconds. The rivalry between McIntyre and Punk intensified when Punk trolled the Rangers-loving McIntyre by wearing a Celtic tracksuit for his press conference in Glasgow, sparking headlines and social media buzz. Despite the loss, Celtic fans couldn't resist getting involved, sharing footage of Punk in a Celtic shop on social media, further fueling the controversy. McIntyre's journey to becoming a WWE champion and his love for Rangers football club have made him a beloved figure in Scotland and beyond, and his homecoming in Glasgow will undoubtedly be a memorable one.
