Unseen Footage Of Randy Orton’s Vicious WWE Assault On Cody Rhodes Surfaces
Randy Orton decimated Cody Rhodes on the latest episode of WWE SmackDown.
The Viper and The American Nightmare were supposed to just sign the contract for the WrestleMania 42 Undisputed WWE Championship match, but Orton had other plans.
After signing the contract, the champion and challenger shared a hug, but then things took a turn for the worse. The Viper turned heel on Cody Rhodes and smashed his face on the table and then on the steel steps. He was left profusely bleeding.
Footage shows Randy Orton’s vicious attack on Cody Rhodes
Fans who attended the live show were left speechless when Orton turned heel. While many are embracing the return of heel Orton, what happened on SmackDown was a shocker.
New footage shows the moment when Randy Orton returned ringside through the crowd and picked up a steel chair. He proceeded to stand over Cody Rhodes on the announcers’ table and smashed him with the steel chair.
UNSEEN ANGLE OF RANDY ORTON ROCKING CODY RHODES WITH A CHAIR WHILE IN THE STEEL STEPS
THE WHOLE AUDIENCE WAS SHOOK MAN 😭
What a moment.
(DJMaddRich)
— FADE (@FadeAwayMedia) March 14, 2026
The footage also shows reactions from the fans, authorities, and Jelly Roll. Everyone moved back when he arrived and looked at the unfolding viciousness with utmost horror.
The American Nightmare was taken for immediate medical attention after the incident. WWE has yet to provide an update about Cody Rhodes’ condition.
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