Will Randy Orton Call Upon His Old Friends to Snag the Victory at Royal Rumble?

The Apex Predator Randy Orton made his way back to the WWE at the Survivor Series. The Viper joined the ranks of Team Cody Rhodes and helped him in the WarGames matchup against Judgment Day and Drew McIntyre. While Orton responded to a call of friendship back then, he may now need a friendly favor himself.

Randy Orton is one of the four men who will be competing for the WWE Championship at the Royal Rumble. He will face the tribal chief, Roman Reigns, along with LA Knight and AJ Styles. But the Viper knows that Reigns isn’t a one-man show and will use his cousins. So, will he also have his backup during the fatal four-way match?

Randy Orton summons his longtime friend to fight The Bloodline

There are chances that Randy Orton can reunite with his long-time ally against The Bloodline. In 2008, Orton led The Legacy with Cody Rhodes and Ted DiBiase Jr., but the faction dissolved in 2010 due to Orton sensing betrayal. Despite their separate paths in WWE, Rhodes and Orton stayed close.

Fast forward to Survivor Series 2023. Rhodes, leading Team Rhodes, needed a fifth member, and Orton made a winning return thanks to Rhodes’ call. Now, Orton is gearing up for a high-stakes, fatal four-way match against Roman Reigns for the undisputed WWE Universal Championship at the Royal Rumble 2024.

While Orton might face defeat, the story takes an intriguing turn. The Bloodline’s past assault on Orton after the match prompts Cody Rhodes to step in. This sets the stage for a personal and intense feud, transcending championships.

At WrestleMania 40, Rhodes, fueled by a desire for retribution, aims to conquer Reigns and hold up the coveted title. It will not be just a victory but a symbol to complete his story and help his friend.

Possible scenarios if Cody Rhodes helps Orton win

WWE Universal Champion Roman Reigns faces an intriguing path towards WrestleMania, with Cody Rhodes entering the Royal Rumble Match in 2024 and Randy Orton set to confront “The Tribal Chief” on January 27 at Tropicana Field in St. Petersburg, Florida.

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An online fan theory speculates that if Orton disrupts The Bloodline’s dominance on SmackDown and grabs his 15th world title at the Royal Rumble, it could set the stage for three epic matches at WrestleMania 40. Cody Rhodes vs. Randy Orton, Roman Reigns vs. The Rock, and Seth Rollins vs. CM Punk.

While considering fantasy booking, fans are embracing the excitement and expressing genuine interest in this potential scenario.

Many comments favor a Randy Orton victory at the Royal Rumble, citing the recent predictability of undisputed WWE Universal Championship matches. Some believe WWE should make the bold move of changing the title holder.

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On the flip side, there remains a group supporting a Reigns vs. Rhodes II showdown at WrestleMania 40. Do you think Cody Rhodes will help his friend Randy Orton in the Royal Rumble 2024? Comment down below to let us know.