Latest update on Randy Orton’s WWE status amid SummerSlam return rumors

Randy Orton has been out with a lower back fusion since May 2022, with fans heavily awaiting his return.


Latest update on Randy Orton’s WWE status amid SummerSlam return rumors

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The WWE Universe has been waiting for the return of Randy Orton for a long time now. There has been a lot of speculation online regarding this lately, with many believing that the veteran is on the verge of a comeback. However, it looks like the fans’ wait will be a little longer.

According to Fightful, Randy Orton has yet to be medically cleared for an in-ring return. Moreover, Creative has not factored him into future plans in any capacity. There hasn’t been any discussion initiated as to what Orton’s plans may be. The report stated that his return is still far-fetched.

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Previously it was reported that the doctors had advised the former World Champion not to make an in-ring return ever again. However, he looks adamant about making his comeback. Fightful’s report also mentioned that a WWE source had told them not to count on the Legend Killer appearing at SummerSlam.

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Randy Orton‘s last televised appearance for the company was almost 15 months ago. It was a Tag Team Championship Unification Match, where he teamed with RK-Bro partner Matt Riddle in a losing effort to The Usos. Orton has had to take time off to recover from a lower back fusion injury.

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The time when Randy Orton was almost fired

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Randy Orton is one of the most decorated superstars of the century. In fact, he has accomplished every feat in the WWE, including being a Grand Slam Champion, a Royal Rumble winner, and Mr. Money In The Bank. Therefore, it may come as a surprise to fans that his career was about to be short-lived at one point.

In the summer of 2004, Randy had his first major breakthrough as he won the World Heavyweight title. He became the youngest World Champion after winning the title. Even though the Apex Predator was very talented, behind the scenes, he had egoistic issues. 

In WWE’s 2011 ‘The Evolution Of A Predator’, Triple H revealed that the second-generation superstar’s unprofessional behavior almost led to him being fired. Surprisingly, it was rumored that the chairman, Vince McMahon, saw himself in Randy Orton. This led to the latter keeping his place in the company.

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