Major Update On Plans For Randy Orton’s Return

Randy Orton has been out of action since 2022 as The Viper was sidelined due to a back injury. Orton underwent back fusion surgery last year and since then there’s been a lot of speculation regarding his future in professional wrestling. Recently Orton was spotted at the WWE Performance Center and now it seems that he’s closer than ever to making a return.

Now WrestleVotes is reporting that new Randy Orton merchandise and branding has been approved by WWE. It’s expected that WWE will present a large social media promotion for Orton’s comeback which is expected to take place either at Survivor Series, or sometime that weekend.

“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.”

Randy Orton last competed in May of 2022 when RK-Bro dropped the Raw Tag Team Titles to The Usos. There’s currently no word on who he could be feuding with when he returns. Stay tuned for updates.