Randy Orton’s ‘Discouraging’ Injury Update Leaves WWE World Heartbroken: “I Can’t Handle This”

Randy Orton is one of the most successful performers for WWE in the recent past. In a career spanning almost two decades, he has won over many fans with his work ethic and dedication to the craft. He has been a regular fixture in the promotion for many years now. And such a lengthy career is bound to catch up with a wrestler sooner rather than later. He has been out of action since May this year and there has been a major health update on him recently which could be discouraging for his fans.

The Viper had been teaming up with The Ultimate Bro Matt Riddle before his injury occurred. And updates on his condition have been few and far between. Leaving his fans and the whole wrestling community unaware of his exact health status. However, it has recently been reported that Orton recently underwent major surgery.

The recent health update on Randy Orton is not so good

Fightful Select has recently revealed that Orton “Has undergone successful lower back fusion surgery that’d keep him out of action for an extended period of time. Some in WWE said they’d be fortunate to have him back after such a long career and significance of the injury.”

Orton is not new to suffering injuries as he has had an injury-ravaged career. But it is also a fact that he has been able to bounce back after every setback stronger and better than before. The recent update on his health is surely worrying for the wrestling faithful as they want to see more from the exciting performer.

Fans react to the news

As soon as the news of The Viper’s recent surgery broke out, fans took to social media to let their emotions known. While some were heartbroken, others were hopeful for a full recovery for the wrestler.

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These are some of the top comments:

Every wrestling fan would be hopeful of that.

With a sizable amount of time already spent on the sidelines, fans were speculating about a return date for Orton. However, this recent news has put a major dent in his admirer’s hope of a swift return. The lower back fusion that the wrestler has had is considered a major procedure and does require a lengthy healing period. It remains to be seen if and when Orton returns to the ring. Fans would be hoping against hope to see their favorite performer bounce back from the devastating injury.

Let a speedy recovery to Randy Orton.

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