Jake The Snake Roberts identifies Randy Orton as preferred wrestling opponent
Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 10, 2026, 1:00 AM
Last updated Sep 10, 2026

WWE Hall of Famer Jake The Snake Roberts expressed interest in facing Randy Orton during an appearance on The Mick and Kenny Show. Roberts, who has not wrestled since 2018, identified the current WWE talent as his preferred opponent if he were to return to the ring. The proposed matchup centers on the potential confrontation between the veteran and the performer known as the Viper. Orton recently participated in a match against Cody Rhodes at Sunday Night's Main Event, where he earned a victory to even their rivalry at 1-1. This result followed a loss for Orton against Rhodes at WrestleMania 42 earlier this year. Orton continues to pursue a path toward a potential 15th World Championship reign, though no future trilogy match against Rhodes has been scheduled.
- •Jake The Snake Roberts named Randy Orton as his desired opponent for a potential return match.
- •Roberts has not competed in a wrestling match since 2018.
- •Orton defeated Cody Rhodes at Sunday Night's Main Event last week.
- •The current rivalry between Orton and Rhodes stands at 1-1.
- •Orton seeks a victory that would mark his 15th World Championship reign.
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