WrestleMania XL in Philadelphia marks Randy Orton’s long-awaited return to The Grandest Stage of Them All after nearly two years away.
Recent reports suggest that WWE has significant plans in store for the third-generation star in the weeks leading up to the event.
During Orton’s absence from WWE, Logan Paul emerged as a notable figure in professional wrestling, even capturing the United States Championship weeks before The Viper’s monumental comeback in November 2023.
🐍 RKO to @KSI! 🐍@RandyOrton just crashed @LoganPaul's @PrimeHydrate celebration! #SmackDown pic.twitter.com/8RUbJsc6hO
— WWE (@WWE) March 9, 2024
Currently embroiled in a feud on Friday Night SmackDown, Orton and Paul are poised to clash at WrestleMania.
According to Dave Meltzer of the Wrestling Observer Newsletter, The Viper is slated to face Logan Paul in a singles match at WrestleMania XL, with Kevin Owens also playing a role in the storyline.
Additionally, reports indicate that the alleged match will be for Paul’s US Title.
Owens, who previously failed to secure the championship from Paul at WWE Royal Rumble 2024, may inject himself into the mix, potentially turning the bout into a triple-threat showdown in the coming weeks.
Randy Orton’s return coincides with a period of significant change in WWE. As the company transitioned into a new era and merged with the UFC, several familiar faces departed while new talents emerged. One such rising star is LA Knight of Friday Night SmackDown.
Speaking on WWE’s The Bump, Orton expressed admiration for Knight’s rapid connection with the audience and voiced optimism for his future in the industry.
The Viper and The Megastar crossed paths in a fatal-4-way match at Royal Rumble 2024, setting the stage for potential future encounters.
With both Orton and Knight embroiled in high-stakes feuds heading into WrestleMania XL, anticipation mounts for their respective paths forward.
As fans eagerly await The Viper’s return to the grandest stage of them all, the landscape of WWE continues to evolve, promising thrilling showdowns and unexpected twists in the weeks to come.
