Randy Orton had a funny reaction to CM Punk's return at the Survivor Series 2023. WWE uploaded a backstage video where the Viper was seen asking if he would not be allowed to celebrate his return for 10 minutes. The duo then hugged and welcomed each other back. It was the same night both Punk and Orton returned to WWE.
Orton was out of action for over 18 months due to an injury. Many experts claimed he could well be out of action forever. But the Apex Predator proved them wrong and returned to action. Since then, he has produced bangers and been involved in some exciting feuds. Given the work he has put in, Randy might soon win the world title.
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Survivor Series 2023 behind the scenes
— Vick (@Vick_8122) November 25, 2024
Triple H: “You wanna put out a picture with me and you and blow up the internet?”
CM Punk: “I’m gonna get the pointy picture??”
Randy Orton (jokingly): Can I not enjoy 10 mins of my f****** return? pic.twitter.com/4rVQDBhczI
John Cena is set to be on his farewell tour in 2025. One of the biggest anticipated matches in the year is for the world title between Randy and Cena at WrestleMania 41. Hence, Randy could well be a world champion around the lead-up to Mania.
CM Punk's work since returning to WWE at Survivor Series 2023
On the other hand, CM Punk has had a difficult time in the company since returning. After cutting some great promos, Punk wrestled for the first time at the Men's Royal Rumble 2024. However, he suffered a tricep injury which ruled him out of action for over 6 months.
Just like Randy, Punk put in the hard yards and recovered quicker than anticipated. Since Clash at the Castle, Punk has fought Drew McIntyre in a fairly long feud. The second city saint lost at Summerslam but managed to claim wins at the WWE Bash in Berlin and Bad Blood.
The Hell in a Cell match put an end to their feud. He returned to Smackdown last week for the first time after being done with Drew. He will be featured in the Survivor Series War Games as the fifth member of the OG Bloodline. Fans would be hoping to see Randy back in action soon, following the injury he suffered during the brawl with Kevin Owens.