With the King of the Ring semi-finals just around the corner, Randy Orton is gearing up to face Tama Tonga on SmackDown, and he might not be alone in the ring. Given his history with The Bloodline, it’s likely that Solo Sikoa and Tonga Loa will try to interfere in the match, which is why Orton would benefit from having some backup. Here are four WWE stars who could step up and have The Viper’s back against Tama Tonga.
First up is Baron Corbin, a veteran wrestler who has recently undergone a transformation of sorts after a successful run in NXT. Corbin’s newfound babyface persona could make him an ideal ally for Orton, as both are big men who can take the fight to The Bloodline. The two veterans could form a formidable team, and their alignment wouldn’t be unrealistic given their shared experience in the company.
Another star who could have Orton’s back is LA Knight, one of the most popular superstars in the WWE today. Knight has already worked with Orton before, and his recent loss to Tama Tonga on SmackDown could be a motivating factor for him to seek vengeance. With his “yeah” catchphrase echoing throughout the arena, Knight and Orton could make a powerful team against The Bloodline.
Kevin Owens is another popular WWE star who could join forces with Orton. Despite being currently sidelined with an injury, Owens has a history of teaming up with Orton, including at Backlash France. If he’s healthy enough to return, Owens could bring his Prizefighter spirit to the ring, providing Orton with a formidable ally against Tama Tonga and The Bloodline.
Lastly, Jimmy Uso could be a dark horse candidate to have Orton’s back. Despite his past issues with The Viper, Uso has every reason to want to take down Solo Sikoa and Tonga Loa, who brutalized him and kicked him out of The Bloodline. If Uso returns from his injury, he could put aside his differences with Orton to take on their common enemies. With his tag team experience and history with The Bloodline, Uso could be a valuable ally for Orton in the King of the Ring semi-finals.