Drew McIntyre Shows Off Kaizer Chiefs Jersey
The former WWE Champion posted a gym video wearing the South African club's kit, drawing hundreds of thousands of views.
Updated on Nov. 6, 2026 in Wrestling
Scottish wrestler Drew McIntyre, 41, posted a social media video of himself bench-pressing while wearing a Kaizer Chiefs jersey, captioned "Amakhosi." The clip has attracted hundreds of thousands of views.
Why it matters
McIntyre has been away from WWE television since WrestleMania 42, and the post offers fans an update on his activity during the absence. It also highlights the crossover appeal of wrestling personalities beyond the ring.
The post has drawn hundreds of thousands of views, a figure drawn from the video's public engagement rather than a verified benchmark. McIntyre has four WWE Championship reigns, and the timing of his return to competition has not been announced.
The players
Drew McIntyre
Scottish professional wrestler and four-time WWE Champion, who has also pursued Hollywood projects including The Last Druid and Agent of Shadows.
The details
McIntyre posted the video on social media, showing him bench-pressing weights while wearing the Kaizer Chiefs kit. He has indicated he intends to eventually return to the wrestling ring.
Timeline
Following WrestleMania 42: McIntyre leaves WWE television.
November 6, 2026: McIntyre posts the Kaizer Chiefs video.
Season Trajectory
McIntyre's extended absence from WWE television comes as a growing number of wrestling performers build parallel careers in film, following a path long associated with Dwayne Johnson. His Hollywood projects, including The Last Druid starring Russell Crowe, place him within that broader crossover trend.
The absence from WWE television means McIntyre's in-ring schedule is currently open, which affects fantasy and fan expectations for his next appearance. Fans following his return should watch for official WWE announcements.
The takeaway
A wrestler's off-screen activity can keep fan interest alive during a television absence, and McIntyre's Hollywood work offers one example of how performers diversify their careers beyond the ring.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by The South African.
