Randy Orton is seemingly set to return to WWE SmackDown.
Orton had been sidelined following back surgery since May 2022. He returned at WWE Survivor Series and helped Cody Rhodes’ team beat The Judgment Day in the Men’s WarGames match. “The Viper” then appeared on the November 27 episode of WWE RAW. In addition to addressing his return, he defeated Dominik Mysterio in a singles match.
Barclays Center is now advertising Orton for the December 1 episode of WWE SmackDown.
SmackDown General Manager Nick Aldis teased that Orton might actually be on the show, as he said he is looking forward to welcoming Orton on Friday night.
WrestleZone will have full coverage of WWE SmackDown as it airs on Friday.
