At the WWE Superstar Spectacle media scrum last Friday, eWrestlingNews.com’s Tathya Sachdev caught up with The Scottish Warrior, Drew McIntyre.
When asked about the boom that the wrestling industry has been experiencing over the past year, McIntyre said,
“I had signed in 2007 and I felt like it couldn’t possibly get bigger than this, and to watch where the company has come from 2007 to 2023, from a business standpoint, is just insane. If you look all across the board, the amount of stadiums we do now, the profit margins now, it’s just unreal, and to think back to when wrestling was an armory in front of hundreds of people, and you could never imagine it’d become such a part of pop culture all across the world. And it is thanks to WWE.”
McIntyre was also asked about his thoughts on AEW All In 2023 last month, an event that set the record for the highest paid attendance to a wrestling show ever. He said,
“All In. It’s extraordinary. To sell out Wembley Stadium, just such an iconic venue, and for that to happen in the U.K.; personally, it’s obviously really special. It is so healthy for our industry to have another company have that ability to fill in 80,000 fans. Wow! It is a testament to how our industry has grown, and like you said, we are in the midst of a wrestling boom, what a time to be a fan, innit? Just really proud of everyone in that locker room, and all props to the crew and the behind-the-scenes personnel for making it happen.”
We also asked Drew McIntyre about his favorite opponent since his return to the company in 2017. The Scottish Warrior chose his Celtic counterpart and perennial frenemy, Sheamus.
“Oh, it’s been such an incredible run. There’s so many… but Sheamo stands out. He’s a tough son of a gun, puts in 110% every time he’s in the ring. Our chemistry in there is off the charts. I love working with him, in whatever capacity. Just love being in the ring with him. It’s just that I gotta watch my back even when we are on the same team.”
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The Wrestling Industry: A Boom in Popularity and Profitability
Over the past year, the wrestling industry has experienced a significant boom in popularity and profitability. This growth can be attributed to various factors, including the efforts of major wrestling promotions like WWE and the emergence of new players like AEW. In a recent interview, WWE Superstar Drew McIntyre shared his thoughts on this boom and its impact on the industry.
McIntyre, also known as The Scottish Warrior, has been a part of the wrestling industry since 2007. Reflecting on the industry’s growth, he expressed his amazement at how far it has come from small armory shows in front of a few hundred people to massive stadium events that attract thousands of fans. McIntyre credits WWE for playing a significant role in transforming wrestling into a global phenomenon and an integral part of pop culture.
The wrestler also acknowledged the success of AEW’s All In 2023 event, which set a record for the highest paid attendance to a wrestling show ever. McIntyre praised the event for selling out Wembley Stadium, an iconic venue, and emphasized the positive impact of having another company with the ability to draw such a large audience. He sees this as a testament to the industry’s growth and believes that it is an exciting time to be a wrestling fan.
When asked about his favorite opponent since his return to WWE in 2017, McIntyre singled out his Celtic counterpart and longtime rival, Sheamus. He praised Sheamus for his toughness and dedication, highlighting their chemistry in the ring and expressing his enjoyment of working with him. However, McIntyre also noted the need to be cautious even when they are on the same team, suggesting that their rivalry runs deep.
The wrestling industry’s boom has not only brought increased popularity but also greater profitability. McIntyre mentioned the significant profit margins that wrestling companies are now experiencing, indicating that the business side of the industry has seen tremendous growth. This growth can be attributed to various factors, including the expansion of live events, merchandise sales, and the increasing global reach of wrestling promotions.
In conclusion, the wrestling industry is currently experiencing a boom in popularity and profitability. Drew McIntyre’s insights shed light on the industry’s growth and the impact it has had on both WWE and other promotions like AEW. With the continued support of fans and the efforts of talented wrestlers and behind-the-scenes personnel, the wrestling industry is poised for even greater success in the future.
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