The road to Elimination Chamber took an unexpected turn when Jimmy Uso secured a shocking victory over Drew McIntyre during the February 21 broadcast of SmackDown. The upset win came via a perfectly executed roll-up that left the Scottish superstar visibly frustrated.
McIntyre, unwilling to accept the defeat, unleashed his frustration in a brutal post-match assault on Jimmy. During this vicious attack, McIntyre made his future intentions abundantly clear to his fallen opponent.
This is as far as it goes. I’m going to the Chamber, I’m going to ‘Mania, I’m going to win the title. This means nothing, nothing to me. You are nothing to me.
The passionate outburst revealed McIntyre’s singular focus on his championship aspirations despite this unexpected setback. This loss marks the second time in less than two months that McIntyre has fallen to an Uso brother, having previously lost to Jey.
Despite these recent defeats, McIntyre’s spot in the upcoming Elimination Chamber match remains secure. His intense reaction demonstrates his determination to overcome these obstacles and earn a championship opportunity against Cody Rhodes at WrestleMania 41, which would set up an intriguing confrontation between former tag team partners.
Jimmy Uso’s victory continues his recent momentum as a singles competitor in 2025. While his brother Jey has achieved significant solo success, fans are watching closely to see if Jimmy can establish a similar level of individual accomplishment in the coming months.
Drew McIntyre loses it, hitting Jimmy Uso with a Claymore after losing to him in a major upset.#SmackDown pic.twitter.com/8TauiXTId8
— Edwin (@EdwinKnight181) February 22, 2025