Cody Rhodes vs Aleister Black ends in bedlam as McIntyre attacks the referee
Summary
– Drew McIntyre stormed the ring during Cody Rhodes vs Aleister Black
– McIntyre attacked the referee with a Claymore, ending the match
– SmackDown GM Nick Aldis announced his immediate suspension
The November 7, 2025 episode of WWE SmackDown closed with one of the most chaotic scenes in recent memory. The main event between Cody Rhodes and Aleister Black was meant to be a showcase of two elite competitors. Instead, it became a complete breakdown of order when Drew McIntyre lost control.
Rhodes and Black went toe-to-toe in a hard-hitting, evenly matched battle that had fans on their feet. Just as both men collapsed after trading brutal strikes, McIntyre stormed the ring out of nowhere and Claymored the referee. His rage sent the entire match into disarray. Rhodes tried to fight back, but Aleister joined the fray, flooring the champion with a Black Mass before Damian Priest ran in and began swinging at everyone in sight.
The scene only escalated as Priest tossed Zelina Vega into the timekeeper’s area, and chaos spread through the ringside. SmackDown General Manager Nick Aldis emerged with a decisive ruling, announcing McIntyre’s suspension on the spot as the broadcast went off the air.
The decision leaves McIntyre’s feud with Cody Rhodes in limbo, raising questions about what punishment or revenge might follow when he returns.
