Drew McIntyre crossed a serious line on the April 10, 2026 episode of SmackDown, and it all came down to one moment — handcuffs.

After Jacob Fatu defeated Tama Tonga, Drew attacked him from behind and quickly took control. He grabbed a chair and smashed Fatu before dragging him toward the ring post.

That’s when things got ugly. Drew pulled out handcuffs and locked Fatu to the ring post, leaving him stuck and unable to defend himself. With Fatu trapped, Drew kept beating him down, punching him with the loose cuff and kicking him while officials rushed to stop the attack. While Fatu was chained up, Drew mocked him and made it personal.

“How does it feel to be back in chains?”

Fatu still tried to fight back with headbutts and kicks, but Drew stayed in control. He hit another Claymore and even whipped Fatu with his belt before officials finally stepped in.

The handcuffs made this moment stand out as one of the most brutal scenes on SmackDown as WrestleMania gets closer. Drew didn’t just attack Fatu — he humiliated him while he was chained to the ring post. With things now this personal, their feud looks like it’s heading into even more dangerous territory.

What did you think about Drew McIntyre using handcuffs on Jacob Fatu — did it make the feud more intense or go too far? Let us know your thoughts.

Felix Upton has over 15 years of experience in media and wrestling journalism. His work at Ringside News blends speed, accuracy, and industry insight.

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