“Matt Hardy Breaks It Down: Drew McIntyre’s Shocking WWE Title Win Just Changed WrestleMania Forever”
Drew McIntyre’s WWE Championship victory over Cody Rhodes on SmackDown didn’t just stun the WWE Universe—it sparked a wave of excitement about what comes next. And now, wrestling legend Matt Hardy has weighed in with some eye-opening thoughts that could reshape the road to WrestleMania.
Speaking on the latest episode of Extreme Life of Matt Hardy, the TNA star reacted to McIntyre dethroning Rhodes in a brutal Three Stages of Hell match. Hardy didn’t just praise the title change—he made it clear this move could be a game-changer for WWE’s biggest show of the year.
Matt Hardy: “Drew McIntyre Deserved This Moment”
Hardy had nothing but respect for the new champion, calling McIntyre one of the hardest-working and most entertaining stars in the business today.
He admitted he was genuinely happy to see Drew finally reclaim the top spot, noting that McIntyre has “busted his ass” for years and earned a legitimate world title run. According to Hardy, this isn’t just a feel-good win—it’s a long-overdue reward for someone who never stopped grinding.
Why Losing the Title Might Actually Help Cody Rhodes
In a surprising twist, Hardy suggested that this loss could be a blessing in disguise for Cody Rhodes. Rather than hurting him, the setback might make Rhodes even more compelling.
Hardy explained that Cody is at a stage where chasing the championship could be more valuable than holding it. The story, the struggle, and the hunger might elevate Rhodes even further as WrestleMania approaches—especially if a rematch with McIntyre looms.
Never Quitting Pays Off
Hardy also highlighted McIntyre’s perseverance, pointing out that wrestling isn’t always fair and timing doesn’t always work in a superstar’s favor. Drew’s rise back to the top is a reminder that sticking it out through tough creative stretches can pay off in a massive way.
In Hardy’s eyes, McIntyre has now firmly established himself as one of the industry’s elite stars—and WWE is clearly rewarding that consistency.
WrestleMania Just Got a Lot More Interesting
Perhaps the biggest takeaway? This title change might blow up long-rumored plans. Hardy hinted that fans may not see Roman Reigns vs. Cody Rhodes III headline WrestleMania after all.
Instead, placing Drew McIntyre at the center of the championship picture adds mystery and freshness. Who challenges him? Does Cody get his rematch? Can Drew hold onto the gold all the way to WrestleMania?
According to Matt Hardy, that uncertainty is exactly what WWE needs right now—and it’s why Drew McIntyre’s title win could be one of the smartest moves WWE has made heading into WrestleMania season.
