Drew McIntyre Dismisses Former WWE Intercontinental Champion's Royal Rumble Chances

During Royal Rumble 2025 Kickoff, Drew McIntyre confronts Sami Zayn, delivering blunt assessment of his Royal Rumble match prospects and leadership abilities.

Drew McIntyre Dismisses Former WWE Intercontinental Champion’s Royal Rumble Chances

At the Royal Rumble 2025 Kickoff, Drew McIntyre extended his dominance over Sami Zayn, following his eleventh consecutive victory against him on the January 27 edition of RAW.

All right, Sami [Zayn], let’s have a little talk, you and I. I am always honest; [I] always tell the truth. You’re not going to win the Royal Rumble. You’re a follower; you’re not a leader.

McIntyre’s direct confrontation with Zayn stems from their ongoing rivalry, which intensified after Zayn’s alliance with Roman Reigns and the OG Bloodline at the 2024 Survivor Series Men’s WarGames Match.

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