Randy Orton reacts for the first time after qualifying for his 9th Elimination Chamber match on SmackDown 

Randy Orton defeats Sami Zayn to qualify for the Elimination Chamber match.

Randy Orton reacts for the first time after qualifying for his 9th Elimination Chamber match on SmackDown 

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The Viper, Randy Orton, is a sure-shot future Hall of Famer and is still going strong. Since his return to Survivor Series PLE, he is looking in the best shape, and the fans’ love for him hasn’t turned down a bit. He was looking forward to earning another opportunity at the title, and it looks like he got it.

On the latest episode of SmackDown, Triple H announced a 12-man qualifying tournament. Orton fought Sami Zayn in the main event to qualify for the Elimination Chamber match. After an intense battle, all it took was an RKO out of nowhere to finish the match and qualify for the Elimination Chamber match.

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After qualifying for the Elimination Chamber match, Orton reacts for the first time backstage. WWE posted a video on Instagram in which the Viper was pretty excited about the win. He also talked about entering his record 9th Elimination Chamber match in Perth, Australia.

Orton is no stranger to winning the Elimination Chamber matches. He won the 2013 Elimination Chamber match, in which he defended his World Heavyweight title. Only two spots are filled till now, as Drew McIntyre also qualified by defeating AJ Styles. It will be interesting to see who the other four superstars qualify for the Elimination Chamber match.

The fans were concerned for Randy Orton’s health after his match against Sami Zayn

Although Randy Orton won the match against Sami Zayn, the fans were concerned for his health after his gesture. The Viper hit an RKO on Zayn to pick up the victory, but after hitting the RKO, he was seen holding his back in pain. This made the fans worried about him.

Randy Orton and Sami Zayn
Randy Orton and Sami Zayn (via WWE)

He was out of action with a back injury for almost 18 months and even doubted that he might ever wrestle again. However, he completed an impressive recovery and made a comeback looking with an even better physique.

Although the gesture of the 14-time world champion concerned the fans, he appeared to be completely fine. He will be now waiting for the 4 other superstars who will participate in the Elimination Chamber match to become the no. 1 contender for Seth Rollins’ title. Only time will tell what transpires in the upcoming weeks.

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