Randy Orton Says He’s ‘Just Milking’ Back Injury, Trying To Enjoy His Summer
Randy Orton explains his absence.
Fans haven’t seen Randy Orton on WWE TV since he lost in the main event of WrestleMania 42 Saturday against Cody Rhodes. It was said during the match that Randy was dealing with a back injury.
Dave Meltzer of the Wrestling Observer reported that Orton has been off TV with a back injury.
On social media, Orton wrote, “Lmao just milking it guys, leave me alone I’m trying to enjoy my summer before I come back and take that #15”
Lmao just milking it guys, leave me alone I’m trying to enjoy my summer before I come back and take that #15 https://t.co/dG49ObenGJ
— Randy Orton (@RandyOrton) May 17, 2026
After the match, Orton hit Rhodes with the Undisputed WWE Title and laid out Rhodes with a punt kick.
It is unknown when Orton will return to TV.
