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Cody Rhodes discusses lasting effects of WrestleMania 42 injury

Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 26, 2026, 6:13 PM

Last updated Oct 26, 2026

Cody Rhodes discusses lasting effects of WrestleMania 42 injury

Summary

Cody Rhodes confirmed that he is still feeling the effects of the injury sustained during his match against Randy Orton at WWE WrestleMania 42. During an appearance on "Insight with Chris Van Vliet," Rhodes discussed having a broken orbital bone and how it has impacted his performance. He mentioned, while he has continued to wrestle, the injury has reduced his peripheral vision. Rhodes expressed regret for not taking the injury more seriously and cautioned younger wrestlers against similar behavior. He will face Orton again in a Last Man Standing match at WWE Crown Jewel next month.

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•Cody Rhodes suffered a broken orbital bone at WrestleMania 42.
•He still experiences effects from the injury months later.
•Rhodes will face Randy Orton at WWE Crown Jewel next month.
•He advises younger wrestlers to prioritize their health.
•Rhodes reflects on his mindset toward injuries.

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6:13 PMWrestling Inc — Cody Rhodes Says Injury Suffered At WWE WrestleMania 42 Is Still Affecting Him

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Cody Rhodes reveals that the injury he suffered at the hands of rival Randy Orton at WWE WrestleMania 42 are still affecting him months later
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