WWE May Punish Randy Orton Severely

Randy Orton attacked WWE authority figures, including SmackDown GM Nick Aldis and referees, at Backlash after frustration over a missed near-fall count.
WWE may impose kayfabe repercussions, with Triple H likely referencing Orton’s past defiance of authority, but long-term removal is unlikely due to Orton’s star power.
The incident positions Orton as John Cena’s most dangerous challenger, aligning with Cena’s planned retirement tour storyline.

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Randy Orton’s demolition of WWE authority figures at Backlash—RKO’ing both SmackDown GM Nick Aldis and multiple referees—sets the stage for potential kayfabe repercussions from Triple H.

The Viper’s frustration boiled over when officials refused to count his near-fall on John Cena after a referee knockdown, leading to his vicious assault that left the ring littered with bodies.

While Orton’s actions electrified the St. Louis crowd, WWE’s established kayfabe precedent suggests severe consequences for attacking management. Triple H could reference Orton’s history of authority defiance (including his 2020 firing storyline) when addressing the incident on SmackDown.