Drew McIntyre Goes Viral With Mid-Match Selfie, Defeats Damian Priest at WrestleMania 41

Drew McIntyre’s Viral Moment Steals the Show at WrestleMania 41

When you think you’ve seen it all at WrestleMania 41, Drew McIntyre finds a way to shake things up. In the middle of his high-stakes Sin City Street Fight against Damian Priest, McIntyre did something no one expected—he paused, pulled out his phone, and snapped a selfie. With Priest sprawled on the mat behind him, the Scottish superstar grinned for the camera and posted the shot straight to X (the platform formerly known as Twitter). His caption? ‘Still bored at work lol.’ Not exactly what you’d expect from someone in one of WWE’s most brutal matches of the year.

The internet wasted no time turning this moment into wildfire. McIntyre’s post soared past 4 million views in a matter of hours, and fans started retweeting, memeing, and debating if this is the wildest thing to ever happen during a title fight. The buzz echoed his antics from last year at WrestleMania XL, where he made headlines by firing off a tweet with Seth Rollins down for the count. But this year’s selfie was somehow bigger—maybe because it was sharper, or maybe just because the always-unpredictable McIntyre is cementing this as his new tradition at WWE’s biggest stage.

If you’re wondering if the match lost any intensity because of McIntyre’s antics—definitely not. The Sin City Street Fight had bodies flying, steel chairs clashing, and every bit as much chaos as fans expected. Priest came in looking to turn the tables, especially after last year’s dramatic ending when he cashed in his Money in the Bank contract to snatch the title, only for McIntyre to quickly bounce back in this rematch. From the opening bell to the final three-count, both men threw caution (and themselves) to the wind.

When it was all said and done, McIntyre sealed the deal with his trademark Claymore Kick, dropping Priest and picking up the win. It wasn’t just another victory, either—it felt personal. The street fight rules made for mayhem, and McIntyre batting away obstacles with flair just made it more memorable. You could see the frustration in Priest as he struggled to get up after the knockout, while McIntyre savored every second of the spotlight.

The Intersection of Wrestling and Social Media Culture

McIntyre’s selfie wasn’t just a viral joke—it’s proof of something new happening in pro wrestling. Stars are breaking the fourth wall, bringing fans into the action in real-time, blurring the line between performance and personality. Last year, McIntyre’s tweet was a surprise. This year, it almost felt expected, but nobody could predict the exact way—the smirk, the setting, or just how perfectly Priest’s defeat was captured in the background.

Wrestling has always balanced theatrics and athleticism, but McIntyre is pushing it into the age of instant internet fame. The move totally resonated with younger fans who split their attention between the ring and their screens, while even old-school viewers had to admit it was a gutsy play. WWE brass can’t be mad—the buzz around McIntyre’s antics got both mainstream and wrestling circles talking long after the final bell.

Once the dust settled, McIntyre didn’t shy away from owning the moment. His post-match celebration had just as much swagger, calling out his viral move and cracking a grin as the uproar grew online. Whether you think it’s hilarious or think it’s outlandish, the fact is simple: wrestling has a new playbook, and McIntyre’s mixing sports, spectacle, and social media in ways nobody saw coming. With the momentum from another massive win and his viral antics fresh in everyone’s minds, the WWE Universe is already buzzing about what he’ll do next.