Drew McIntyre has reclaimed the Undisputed WWE Championship in a historic victory over Cody Rhodes during the January 9 edition of SmackDown in Berlin. In a dramatic 3 Stages of Hell match, McIntyre ended Rhodes’ 159-day reign, marking a significant comeback for the Scottish Warrior. The victory was particularly meaningful as it took place in Europe, underscoring McIntyre’s emotional connection to his roots. His win was aided by a chaotic steel cage finish, which included a surprise return by Jacob Fatu.
In other WWE news, Hall of Famer Trish Stratus remains open to a potential return in 2026. Despite not wrestling in 2025, insiders reveal that discussions for a “25 Years of Trish Stratus” celebration were on the table but never materialized. Stratus continues to keep communication lines open with WWE, leaving the door ajar for a comeback, possibly on a grand stage like WrestleMania.
CM Punk is thriving under WWE’s new environment, balancing his wrestling career with an expanding acting portfolio. While promoting his latest film, Punk credited WWE’s leadership for allowing him to pursue outside opportunities without compromising his presence on WWE programming. His commitment to maintaining a full-time wrestling schedule while exploring Hollywood ventures sets a precedent for modern WWE stars.
Meanwhile, Scott D’Amore is facing accusations of sabotaging Jake Doyle’s potential in TNA before Doyle’s jump to AEW. Michael Elgin publicly claimed that D’Amore dismissed creative pitches to elevate Doyle, contradicting recent praise from D’Amore on social media. This revelation adds layers to the narrative of Doyle’s transition to AEW, where he recently debuted under a new persona.
Finally, Drew McIntyre added fuel to rumors of Chris Jericho’s WWE return with a cryptic comment, suggesting that Jericho’s next move will make waves wherever it leads. As speculation continues, McIntyre’s remarks keep the wrestling world guessing about Jericho’s future.
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