Randy Orton closed the chapter on his long-running rivalry with John Cena at WWE Backlash 2025 in St. Louis, Missouri, Orton’s hometown. The match marked a unique moment, as Orton took on a babyface role for the first time in their careers, while Cena played the heel. Their bout featured numerous nods to their storied past, giving fans a sense of closure despite some imperfections.
Matt Riddle Expresses Desire to Rekindle RK-Bro in WWE
Matt Riddle, Orton’s former tag team partner in the beloved RK-Bro duo, revealed in a recent TMZ interview that both he and Orton aim to complete their story together in WWE. Riddle, a former WWE star now competing on the independent circuit and currently holding the MLW World Heavyweight Championship, shared insights on his professional journey following WWE’s merger with UFC into the new TKO Group Holdings on September 12, 2023.
Riddle was released from WWE earlier this year and has since found renewed success, defeating Satoshi Kojima to claim the MLW heavyweight title. He reflected on their tag team success, highlighting how RK-Bro combined their contrasting styles to capture fan adoration and merchandise sales.
Challenges and Comebacks Fuel RK-Bro’s Potential Reunion
Following Orton’s injury in May 2022, which sidelined him for over a year, Riddle transitioned into singles competition but faced off-ring controversies. Orton’s return to in-ring competition shortly after Riddle’s release has sparked renewed optimism for the tag team to re-form. Orton credits Riddle as a crucial ally who helped him persevere through his declining health before the injury.
Riddle’s candid wish to reunite with Orton resonated with fans who have followed their journey closely. He said,
“If it’s up to me? Yes. I wanna finish my story with Randy [Orton]. I know Randy really wants to finish it with me as well, and the fans would be happy, even if it was a couple-month run.” —Matt Riddle, Former WWE Star and MLW World Heavyweight Champion
Impact and Future Prospects of the RK-Bro Reunion
The prospect of Randy Orton WWE RK-Bro reunion carries significant weight in the wrestling community, particularly among fans eager to see the duo’s narrative reach its conclusion. A short-term return could reignite WWE’s tag team division and provide a meaningful storyline that celebrates both wrestlers’ legacies. Given their shared history and fanbase enthusiasm, RK-Bro’s revival might serve as a powerful chapter in WWE’s evolving landscape.
As Randy Orton continues to regain momentum in WWE and Matt Riddle excels outside the promotion, the possibility of their collaboration returning to the spotlight remains an exciting prospect. Fans and insiders alike will be watching closely to see if WWE will welcome Riddle back to complete the RK-Bro saga.
