Over the past few weeks, Kevin Owens has been embroiled in a lot of turmoil, fighting with Randy Orton and Cody Rhodes. Owens attempted to make his point at last week's SmackDown, but before he could say anything, his microphone was shut off. After a fight ensued in which he and Orton were on opposing sides, the two ex-friends' relationship escalated later that evening. Now, Owens has resorted to social media to give WWE a deadline, threatening to broadcast the enigmatic video himself if they don't on this week's SmackDown. His remarks are available to view here.
In the video, Owens appears to be somewhat depressed about the way things have turned out. He also disclosed that he sent a video to WWE for them to broadcast during Monday Night Raw, but they chose not to do so. Many people have been wondering why I did what I did to Cody ever since Bad Blood. Many individuals have also passed judgment on me for what I did. And even though I would like to defend myself, share my perspective, and express my opinions, WWE has denied me the opportunity," Kevin Owens stated.
"They have done the opposite actually, they've tried to shut me up it seems, because they wouldn't let me come to Smackdown. They told to stay home last Friday, even though I belong there. And when I showed up anyway they cut my mic and did everything they could for me to be able to talk," Kevin Owens said.
Watch here the video:
— Kevinn (@FightOwensFight) October 16, 2024
Owens' tight connection with Cody Rhodes is the root of the entire problem between him and—well, everyone at this point. Owens took it personally when Rhodes agreed to join up with Roman Reigns to battle Solo Sikoa and Jacob Fatu because he had been one of Rhodes' closest buddies throughout his time battling The Bloodline. Rhodes and Owens have had disagreements ever since, but during Bad Blood, Owens escalated the conflict and assaulted Rhodes outside his tour bus.
Kevin Owens attacked Randy Orton
In an attempt to calm Owens down and mend the rift between the three buddies, Orton then became involved. That didn't work out so well, though, as Owens attacked Randy Orton in the parking lot before he quickly drove away. Owens appears to believe that this video would help fans understand why he did what he did, even if all three superstars are now having problems. We'll just have to wait and watch if Owens has to release the tape himself or if WWE shows it on SmackDown.