Drew McIntyre's Success and Achievements in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: November 30, 2025

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Drew McIntyre. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Drew McIntyre, born Andrew McLean Galloway IV, is a Scottish professional wrestler currently signed to WWE, performing on the SmackDown brand. He is known for his powerful in-ring style and multiple championship reigns within WWE, including two WWE Championships. McIntyre initially gained recognition in WWE in the late 2000s before a period outside the company where he honed his skills and reinvented himself. His return to WWE saw him reach the top of the company, establishing him as a major force in professional wrestling.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Challenges & Struggles

August 2006: IWW International Heavyweight Championship Win

In August 2006, Drew Galloway defeated Sheamus O'Shaunessy to win the IWW International Heavyweight Championship, after previously losing to him.

November 2006: BCW Heavyweight Championship Win

In November 2006, Drew McIntyre and Lionheart defeated BCW Heavyweight Champion Highlander and Wolfgang, leading to McIntyre defeating Highlander in an "I Quit" match to win the BCW Heavyweight Championship.

2007: BCW Heavyweight Championship Reign

Throughout 2007, Drew McIntyre held the BCW Heavyweight Championship, defending it against various opponents before vacating the title when he relocated to the United States in September.

2009: Return to SmackDown and Championship Wins

In 2009, Drew McIntyre returned to SmackDown as "The Chosen One," winning the WWE Intercontinental Championship and the WWE Tag Team Championship with "Dashing" Cody Rhodes.

January 2010: Intercontinental Championship Reign

On January 2010, Drew McIntyre retained the Intercontinental Championship against John Morrison on SmackDown, continuing his reign.

August 2014: Evolve Debut and Championship Win

On August 8, 2014, Galloway made his debut for Evolve, defeating Chris Hero to win the Evolve Championship.

2015: Debut in TNA

In 2015, Drew McIntyre debuted in Total Nonstop Action Wrestling (TNA), later becoming a one-time TNA World Heavyweight Champion and Impact Grand Champion.

January 2017: Impact Grand Championship Victory

On January 19, 2017, Drew Galloway defeated Moose to win the Impact Grand Championship on Impact Wrestling.

2017: WWE Return and NXT Championship Win

In 2017, Drew McIntyre returned to WWE and was assigned to NXT, where he won the NXT Championship.

2018: Main Roster Return and Tag Team Championship

In 2018, Drew McIntyre returned to WWE's main roster, winning the Raw Tag Team Championship with Dolph Ziggler.

2018: ICW Hall of Fame Induction

In 2018, Drew McIntyre was inducted into the ICW Hall of Fame.

January 2020: Wins Royal Rumble match

In January 2020, at the Royal Rumble, Drew McIntyre won the Royal Rumble match, earning himself a championship opportunity at WrestleMania 36. McIntyre eliminated six participants, including WWE Champion Brock Lesnar.