Randy Orton Has Only Won 3 Matches in WWE PLE Since Returning in 2023

November 9, 2026

What to make of Orton since his return three years ago?

On November 25, 2023 in Chicago, Randy Orton made a triumphant comeback at Survivor Series, after a year and a half of convalescence following a serious back injury. That night, he took down the Judgment Day and already earned a win at a WWE Premium Live Event.

But since that return, the Viper’s record has been far below expectations. While he was eager to clinch his 15th world title at all costs, the numbers tell a different story. And here is a troubling statistic: in 3 years, the Legend Killer has won only three times at WWE Premium Live Events:

– Survivor Series 2023 against the Judgment Day

– WrestleMania 41 against Joe Hendry

– Elimination Chamber 2026 by pinning Cody Rhodes


Just last Saturday, at Crown Jewel in Saudi Arabia, Randy Orton lost his match to Cody Rhodes. Why do you think WWE doesn’t award many wins to the 46-year-old wrestler?

 

Zachary Mitchell

Zachary Mitchell

I’ve been following professional wrestling for as long as I can remember, from major televised events to the independent scene. At Franchise Fansite, I cover the news, wrestlers, rivalries, and behind-the-scenes developments that keep the wrestling world moving.