Randy Orton’s WWE return likely to happen during Survivor Series weekend

Randy Orton’s return is one of the most anticipated returns that the entire wrestling fans are looking forward to. The Viper injured his back in May 2022 during the Tag team unification match on SmackDown against The Usos. His injury resulted in a surgery, which he underwent in late 2022 and was put into rehabilitation for a long period. This took him away from the television for almost one and a half years.
There were various reports in the past that Orton’s career might come to an end as Doctor’s advised not to wrestle again. However, Orton took his time to recover from the injury and began training at WWE Performance Center in September 2023. Since Orton was spotted on WWE Performance Center, fans got excited for his return. At this stage an important update on Orton’s return has been revealed.
Randy Orton’s return promotions to be started soon
As per Wrestling Votes latest reports, they confirmed with the sources that WWE is working in a fast phase for the return of Randy Orton. The new merchandise and branding have been approved by the promotion and huge social media promotions are planned for his return. They confirm that Orton will be back at Survivor Series or on the weekend of Survivor Series.
Wrestling Votes on X (Twitter) wrote,
“Regarding the Randy Orton return rumors, source states new merchandise & branding has been approved. Also, WWE will present a large social media promotion / digital material for the comeback. It’s indeed happening. Likely Survivor Series or that weekend.”
Last time when Orton was in WWE, he was a part of the Raw brand and was in the Tag Team division as champions with Matt Riddle dubbing themselves as RK-Bro. Since Riddle was released from the company there is zero possibility of reunion. As the creative plans are already being sketched for Orton, vintage Orton with heel run is expected among fans in the social media.
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