Randy Orton could return to WWE ahead of SummerSlam weekend
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 1, 2026, 9:45 AM
Last updated Aug 1, 2026
Randy Orton may return to WWE soon, potentially around the SummerSlam weekend. He has been absent since WrestleMania 42, where he faced Cody Rhodes. Although Orton previously downplayed his injury status, reports indicate he has been recovering from an injury, with speculation that he could feud with Rhodes or CM Punk upon his return. There is anticipation that Orton may make a surprise appearance at SummerSlam to set the stage for future storylines.
- •Orton last competed at WrestleMania 42 against Cody Rhodes.
- •Reports confirm Orton was injured, contrary to his earlier claims.
- •Dave Meltzer suggests Orton could return within a week.
- •Possible feuds include Orton vs. Rhodes or CM Punk.
- •Speculation surrounds Orton's involvement during SummerSlam's main event.
- 9:45 AMYahoo Sports — Randy Orton could make his return to WWE ‘very soon’ after injury lay-off
"Could we see Randy Orton make an appearance around the weekend of WWE SummerSlam? The legend has been off our screens since WrestleMania 42, when he lost to Cody Rhodes in the Night 1 main event. Orton has since played down a potential injury online, but Dave Meltzer has come out and said that he actually was injured.
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