• Real Reason Drew McIntyre Got Suspended From WWE
Drew McIntyre is stepping away from WWE television, but this time, it’s not due to injury or creative burnout. The former World Heavyweight Champion was “suspended indefinitely” as part of a storyline to allow him time off to film a major motion picture.
The storyline suspension took place on the November 7th episode of SmackDown, when General Manager Nick Aldis announced McIntyre’s punishment after he attacked a referee during the main event between Undisputed WWE Champion Cody Rhodes and Aleister Black. The outburst followed weeks of rising frustration for McIntyre, who has accused Rhodes of using underhanded tactics to retain the WWE Title at Saturday Night’s Main Event.
However, according to the Wrestling Observer, the suspension isn’t disciplinary – it’s a cover for McIntyre’s upcoming Hollywood project.
McIntyre is reportedly taking time away to work on the reboot of the classic fantasy film ‘Highlander,’ which is set to begin production in early 2026. The Scottish Superstar will play Angus MacLeod, the brother of Henry Cavill’s character, Connor MacLeod.
The role marks McIntyre’s biggest film project to date and will see him share the screen with WWE Legend Batista, who is also part of the cast. The film, directed by Chad Stahelski (John Wick franchise), is expected to feature intense sword fighting, large-scale stunts, and extensive combat choreography – all of which require significant physical preparation.
Dave Bautista recently told Collider that production for Highlander demands months of rigorous training, combining fight choreography, sword work, and weight training to bulk up for the role. McIntyre is reportedly undergoing similar preparation ahead of filming.
WWE officials are said to be fully supportive of the move, as the Highlander reboot could elevate McIntyre’s mainstream profile much like The Rock, John Cena, and Batista before him.
• Spoiler On John Cena’s New Plan For Survivor Series 2025
At first, it was reported that WWE was planning to do John Cena vs. Dominik Mysterio for the Intercontinental Championship at Survivor Series 2025.
However, Bodyslam+ reports that Cena vs. Dirty Dom for the IC Title is now scheduled to take place on tonight’s RAW.
In an update, Ibou of Self Made reported that Cena will now work the Men’s WarGames Match at Survivor Series 2025. Cory Hays added that WWE has been discussing this new idea for a few weeks now. This will be Cena’s final WWE PPV/PLE match.
Regarding the Men’s WarGames Match, previous reports suggested that Roman Reigns and World Heavyweight Champion CM Punk are scheduled to form a team to take on The Vision’s Bron Breakker and Bronson Reed, and other rumored names like Brock Lesnar and Austin Theory.
Cena tweeted the following ahead of tonight’s show:
“RAW. BOSTON. ONE LAST TIME.
If you can be TD Garden tonight… GO.
If you’re watching at home… do not miss one moment of it on Netflix.
THIS IS DEFINITELY ONE TO SEE!”
WWE has officially announced the following for tonight’s RAW:
– John Cena to kick off the show
– World Heavyweight Champion CM Punk to appear
– Last Time Is Now Tournament First-Round Match: Rusev vs. Damian Priest
– Last Time Is Now Tournament First-Round Match: Sheamus vs. Shinsuke Nakamura
– Women’s World Championship Match: Stephanie Vaquer (c) vs. Raquel Rodriguez
– WWE Women’s Tag Team Championship Match: Charlotte Flair and Alexa Bliss (c) vs. The Kabuki Warriors
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