{
  "id": 19147395,
  "title": "WWE’s Randy Orton makes bold ‘guarantee’ after gruesome Crown Jewel loss to Cody Rhodes",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/09/wwes-randy-orton-makes-bold-guarantee-after-gruesome-crown-jewel-loss",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-11-09T11:46:17.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/wwe-randy-orton-makes-bold-114617762.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "WWE legend Randy Orton made headlines after a brutal \"Last Man Standing\" match against his former protege, Cody Rhodes, at Crown Jewel 2026. The \"American Nightmare\" lost to his own \"punt\" move, leaving his opponent unconscious. Concerned fans took to social media, fearing the worst for Orton's career. However, the 14-time world champion took to X, formerly Twitter, to assure his supporters that he would return. Orton declared, \"Whether it’s sooner, or later, I’ll be back. Guaranteed,\" emphasizing his unwavering commitment to WWE. The \"Viper\" has been contemplating a break following the loss, as his feud with Rhodes appeared to signal the end of their rivalry. At 46, Orton has been experiencing a gradual decline since returning from a back injury in November 2023. His recent matches have become less frequent, and he has adopted a more part-time schedule. However, the history of their rivalry, which dates back to their time in the Legacy stable and their alliance after Rhodes' WWE return in 2022, suggests that their feud may not be resolved anytime soon.",
  "summary": "After a grueling “Last Man Standing” match against his former protege, Cody Rhodes, at Crown Jewel 2026 , WWE legend Randy Orton made a promise to his fans. He took to X, formerly Twitter, to respond to a fan’s tribute after the match. Orton lost to his own move, the punt, as the “American Nightmare” finally pulled the trigger and hit the move on […] The post WWE’s Randy Orton makes bold…",
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        "outlet": "Forbes",
        "title": "WWE Crown Jewel 2026 Results As Cody Rhodes Punt Kicks Randy Orton",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/07/wwe-crown-jewel-2026-results-as-cody-rhodes-punt-kicks-randy-orton",
        "published": "2026-11-07T17:43:02.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "The National Business",
        "title": "WWE Crown Jewel highlights, from Randy Orton singalongs to Oba Femi’s return3",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/08/wwe-crown-jewel-highlights-from-randy-orton-singalongs-to-oba-femis",
        "published": "2026-11-08T10:35:42.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}