Booker T Names Drew McIntyre’s WrestleMania Opponent—And It’s a Brutal Blockbuster
Drew McIntyre’s long-awaited moment has finally arrived, and now the WrestleMania conversation around the new Undisputed WWE Champion is heating up fast.
On the January 9, 2026 edition of SmackDown, McIntyre defeated Cody Rhodes to capture the Undisputed WWE Championship, with chaos unfolding after Jacob Fatu’s surprise interference. While the ending sparked debate, one WWE legend believes the timing — and the next step — couldn’t be more perfect.
Speaking on his Hall of Fame podcast, Booker T made it clear that WWE made the right call by putting the title on “The Scottish Psychopath.” According to the two-time Hall of Famer, McIntyre looks, feels, and carries himself like a top champion — and it was time for the company to fully commit.
Booker T went a step further by pitching a massive WrestleMania showdown: Drew McIntyre vs. Jacob Fatu.
Booker praised McIntyre as someone who “checks every box” and said Cody Rhodes had an outstanding run, but the shift felt necessary. In his view, the controversial finish only strengthened the story. With no rules in play, Fatu’s involvement made sense — especially given his lone-wolf nature and lack of alliances.
That’s exactly why Booker sees Fatu as the most believable next challenger.
According to him, McIntyre vs. Fatu isn’t just a title defense — it’s a marquee-worthy collision. Two physical powerhouses. No shortcuts. No excuses. Just a fight that could steal the show on WWE’s biggest stage.
Booker described the potential match as a “masterclass,” emphasizing his love for bouts where two competitors stand toe-to-toe and trade heavy shots in the middle of the ring — the kind of contest WrestleMania moments are made of.
Drew McIntyre Celebrates Title Win With Emotional Homecoming
Following his championship victory, McIntyre traveled to Glasgow, Scotland for a live event, where he delivered a heartfelt promo in front of his home crowd. A fan-captured video quickly circulated online, showcasing a more personal side of the new champion.
McIntyre reminded fans that he had promised for years to win the WWE Championship and bring it back to Scotland. While his first title reign came during the empty-arena era, he expressed pride in helping fans through difficult times — but admitted something always felt unfinished.
After years of setbacks and frustration, McIntyre said the moment finally felt complete. Winning the title and walking out as champion in front of live fans — in Glasgow — was everything he had worked toward.
Now, with the Undisputed WWE Championship around his waist and WrestleMania on the horizon, Drew McIntyre’s reign is already shaping up to be one of the most hard-hitting in recent memory — especially if Booker T’s dream match becomes reality.
