Few people in the business can match WWE’s Randy Orton in terms of legacy. For most of his career, the 44-year-old seems to be in superior physical shape. Randy Orton’s unrivalled dedication to the sport silenced critics when many questioned his future in the WWE. Over the years, Orton has given numerous moments and matches to the WWE Universe and continues to be one of the most talented superstars of this generation.
As for his future, he can be included in the world title picture again and give fans a feud to remember against the WWE Champion Cody Rhodes. The American Nightmare has been a decent champion since winning the title back at WrestleMania XL in shocking fashion. However, as he continues to be the company’s top dog, Cody and Orton might cross paths leading to a sensational affair of rivalry between the two.
Additionally, Randy has assisted several wrestlers in their early careers, including Rhodes. As the WWE Champion, The American Nightmare is presently at the pinnacle of the organization. His persona and charisma in general are sufficient to draw a sizable following. Fans would love to see him face his long-standing, legendary foe in a memorable championship bout.
They first collaborated in 2008 when they established the Legacy faction, which also featured Ted Dibiase Jr. Despite having several confrontations and feuds under their belts, Cody and Orton remained close throughout Cody’s rookie year in the WWE. Additionally, in 2010 during a triple-threat match between Legacy members, which the Viper won, the two shared the WrestleMania stage.
As fans are convinced to see the two share the stage in next year’s WrestleMania, there is a huge error in conducting a storyline between the two. Given both of their current stardom and fan interaction, it will be hard to see one of them playing a heel character.
Fans can’t see Randy Orton being the heel in his potential rivalry with Cody Rhodes
Several fantasy bookings have already booked both the veterans in a generational clash for next year’s WrestleMania. However, the main question that arises in everyone’s mind is who will be playing the heel character in their rivalry. It will be difficult for the WWE Universe to cheer for one of the veterans as both have a huge fan following and are top babyfaces at the moment.
Fans are still in doubt about how this rivalry will culminate as they will certainly cross paths going ahead. “I feel like the crowds won’t boo him.” said a user on The Viper’s chances of being a heel in their potential rivalry. “Randy doesn’t need to be heel. “ said another user on the same theory. Many also pointed out how the rivalry can be a feud between two of the top babyfaces of the company.
“It can literally be the mentor vs the student”, wrote a user on the rivalry being fair and square between the two respected performers. Things might be clean in this kind of rivalry with both superstars having mutual respect after everything they’ve been through all these years. “Babyface vs babyface without a heel turn though would be interesting.”, said another user supporting the babyface theory.
Randy Orton hinted about a potential rivalry with Cody Rhodes at Clash at the Castle
Clash at the Castle 2024 saw Cody Rhodes defeat AJ Styles in a phenomenal ‘I Quit’ match cementing his reign as the WWE Champion. However, he was blindsided by an attack from the Bloodline during his celebrations. Cody was being attacked by the heel faction, but it didn’t take long for Rhodes to find support when Kevin Owens and Randy Orton arrived to level the playing field.
Even though Orton saved the beloved superstar from Solo Sikoa and his cousins, what he did thereafter made people doubt his intentions. The Viper was seen gazing at Cody Rhodes’ championship after saving him. He actually continued to do so after saving him from The Bloodline’s onslaught, which has sparked rumors that he may be aiming for the coveted title.
This coiled fans sending them into numerous booking decisions of how the rivalry will pan out to be. If that happens, the rivalry between The American Nightmare and The Apex Predator might be especially fascinating because of their common background and history. It all boils down to the shows of shows, which will take place in Las Vegas next year and feature a tonne of matches starring well-known celebrities.