The King of the Ring premium live event may have come and gone, but the repercussions are still being felt in the WWE universe. One of the most significant casualties of the event is Randy Orton, who has been dealing with back and knee issues that may require some time to recover. According to Triple H, Orton’s injuries were exacerbated by Tama Tonga’s targeting of his leg during their match on SmackDown, leaving him less than 100% heading into the King of the Ring finals against Gunther.
The 10-time WWE Champion was seen struggling after his match against The Ring General, and it’s now confirmed that he’s facing a lengthy recovery process. This setback couldn’t come at a worse time, as Orton and Gunther are slated to collide again, with the latter having secured a pinfall victory over The Legend Killer. Orton’s fans will be eagerly awaiting his return to full fitness, hoping that he can put this latest setback behind him.
Meanwhile, Brock Lesnar’s prolonged absence from WWE programming continues to mystify fans. Despite initial reports suggesting a return earlier this year, it appears that plans have changed. The Beast Incarnate’s name was mentioned during the King & Queen of the Ring PLE commentary, but recent reports indicate that there are no current plans for his return.
Away from the in-ring action, the WWE is undergoing a significant reshuffle of its backstage staff. The latest casualty is Kristen Prouty, Senior Vice President of Entertainment Relations, who has worked with the company since 2000. Prouty’s departure marks the latest in a string of high-profile exits since the Endeavor takeover, as the new board continues to put its stamp on the organization.
In other news, Braun Strowman is set to face JD McDonagh on this Monday’s WWE RAW, while Becky Lynch has hinted at revoking the rematch clause and challenging Liv Morgan for the Women’s World Championship. Drew McIntyre, meanwhile, is fit to compete again and will face Damian Priest at Clash at the Castle, with the two set to have an interaction on RAW.
As the WWE continues to navigate its new landscape, fans will be waiting with bated breath to see how these storylines unfold in the coming weeks. Will Randy Orton be able to overcome his injuries and reclaim his spot at the top of the mountain? Will Brock Lesnar’s return remain a distant memory, or will he burst back onto the scene when least expected? Only time will tell.
