Kim Orton provides an update on husband Randy Orton a month after he was injured by Kevin Owens

Randy Orton was spotted for the first time after being hospitalized by Kevin Owens on SmackDown last month.


Kim Orton provides an update on husband Randy Orton a month after he was injured by Kevin Owens

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Randy Orton was viciously attacked by Kevin Owens last month on SmackDown, with The Prizefighter delivering a devastating Piledriver to The Viper. The move left Orton hospitalized with a suspected neck injury. It was later announced that he would be out of action indefinitely. However, The Apex Predator was recently spotted celebrating Christmas, providing fans with a glimpse of hope amidst his recovery.

Kim Orton recently shared a series of heartwarming photos of her family celebrating Christmas. While the pictures radiate a wholesome vibe, the spotlight is firmly on Randy Orton. The former WWE Champion appears healthy, seated comfortably in a chair. Notably, Orton is not wearing a neck brace, hinting at the possibility that he may have recovered from the effects of the devastating Piledriver.

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Meanwhile, Owens has been unhinged with his antics on SmackDown as of late. At Saturday Night’s Main Event, KO delivered a brutal ‘Packaged Piledriver’ to Cody Rhodes, leaving him hospitalized as well. Afterward, he fled with the Winged Eagle WWE Championship, causing havoc with the WWE management and Triple H on the blue brand.

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Fans are speculating that Orton is preparing to return to WWE soon. Many predict that The Viper will make his highly anticipated comeback at the Royal Rumble 2025. Owens, who sidelined Orton with a vicious attack, was his last rival before the injury. Hence, Triple H faces the challenge of reigniting this rivalry and shaping its future when Orton returns to the ring.

Who could be Randy Orton’s opponent for WrestleMania 41?

Randy Orton is one of the biggest stars in WWE. He returned to the company at Survivor Series 2023 after a career-threatening injury sustained in 2022. After his return, fans have been clamoring to see a high-profile match for The Apex Predator at WrestleMania. With the ongoing rumors, there are multiple opponents who could face Orton at The Grandest Stage of Them All in 2025.

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Speculation is swirling that Orton might face Undisputed WWE Champion Cody Rhodes at WrestleMania 41, though the likelihood of this matchup happening is currently low. Another potential opponent for The Viper is Kevin Owens, who has been undergoing an unhinged character transformation in recent months. Fans are eager to see how this rivalry could develop as Owens continues his intense, unpredictable arc.

Among the many potential matchups for Orton on the road to WrestleMania, one opponent stands out: John Cena. Cena is set to compete in his final WrestleMania, making this clash even more significant. Given the storied history between Cena and Orton, fans are eager to see them face off one last time. The WWE Universe has been vocal in their desire to witness this epic showdown at the Show of Shows.

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