WWE Superstar Randy Orton, famously known as The Viper, has earned his place on the WrestleMania stage by defeating five other competitors, including longtime ally Cody Rhodes, in the Men’s Elimination Chamber match. This victory guarantees Orton a shot at the WWE Championship at the Grandest Stage of Them All. Following this milestone, Orton has also attracted an alliance offer from a SmackDown faction, highlighting a new chapter in his career.
Chelsea Green Extends Invitation to Randy Orton for The Green Regime
After his victory, Orton was spotted celebrating beside the ring where he noticed a fan wearing a Chelsea Green hat. Seizing the moment, Orton took the hat and posed, demonstrating his signature swagger. This gesture caught the eye of Chelsea Green, former Women’s United States Champion and currently leader of the SmackDown faction called The Green Regime.
Previously, Green had already approached Orton with an invitation, but the new proposal followed a quote tweet from WWE’s official account, emphasizing her desire to have Orton join her group.
“Appointed Secretary of Sssslay,” said Green.
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With Piper Niven sidelined indefinitely, The Green Regime’s roster is limited to Chelsea Green and former Women’s Tag Team Champion Alba Fyre, also known as Slaygent A. Adding a wrestler of Orton’s stature could elevate the faction significantly, although a collaboration between Orton, Fyre, and the injured Green is not expected immediately.
Orton’s Controversial Elimination of Cody Rhodes Seals His Title Chance
WWE fans and wrestlers alike are well aware of certain unwritten rules, one of which is never to trust Randy Orton. At the Elimination Chamber, WWE Champion Drew McIntyre targeted Cody Rhodes to derail his WrestleMania aspirations. After McIntyre’s assault, Rhodes managed to execute a Cross Rhodes on him, with Orton taunting Rhodes during the moment.
However, The Viper exploited a critical opening when Rhodes rose after the Cross Rhodes and delivered his sudden, classic RKO, stunning the WWE Universe. This unexpected betrayal proved decisive, ensuring Orton’s advancement to WrestleMania.
Orton’s urgency was understandable, given that he missed out on last year’s WrestleMania match due to Kevin Owens’ career-threatening neck injury. He was determined not to let this chance slip away.
What Orton’s WrestleMania Journey Means for WWE and Fans
Randy Orton’s ascension sets in motion significant developments within WWE’s storylines and rivalries as WrestleMania approaches. His new alliance prospects with The Green Regime could reshape SmackDown’s faction dynamics, while his championship opportunity adds intensity to the competition. Fans can expect heightened drama and unexpected twists as the road to WrestleMania unfolds.
Appointed Secretary of Sssslay https://t.co/h1clobZUkr
— CHELSEA GREEN (@ImChelseaGreen) March 3, 2026
.@RandyOrton did what he had to do to win! 🫡 pic.twitter.com/cvHYh78OpN
— WWE (@WWE) March 1, 2026
