6 Ups & 2 Downs From WWE SmackDown (Sept 2)

2. Drew McIntyre Wrecks The Celebrations

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Last week, Roman Reigns barked out instructions as The Usos belted Drew McIntyre with steel chairs. The number one contender didn't forget that beatdown (why would he?) this past Friday, and decided to take some revenge by taking out all of Roman's buddies.

The 'Tribal Chief' even took a Claymore Kick for his troubles too.

This "main event segment" was notable for two reasons. Firstly, Sami Zayn's interactions with The Usos are bordering on comedic genius. Second, Drew stomping out the spotlight hogging of Roman by wrecking his two-year title celebrations was smart booking and defo the way to go before Clash At The Castle.

McIntyre is at his best when he's steaming mad and putting his foot through everyone's faces. WWE know that, which is why they had him put a bow on the feud with Reigns before rocking up to Cardiff for the actual title showdown 24 hours later.

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