Kevin Owens recently expressed his immense delight over the long-awaited return of Randy Orton to WWE after an 18-month hiatus due to a back injury.
Kevin Owens, like many others, believes that Randy Orton’s return will have a significant positive impact on the locker room. In his statement, In an interview with James Williams, Owens emphasised Orton’s ability to uplift the morale of the locker room. He described Orton as someone who brings a sense of leadership and professionalism to the company. The Viper’s experience and success in the industry make him a valuable asset not only in terms of in-ring performance but also in guiding and mentoring younger talents. Owens stated:
I love Randy. I’m so happy he’s back and he’s much needed. To me, having him around in the locker room is an absolute positive. You know, there are just some people, besides the fact that he’s a fantastic performer and he’s a legend, there are just some people that are good to have around.
Owens also mentioned that Orton’s return serves as a source of motivation for everyone on the WWE roster. When a respected veteran like Orton steps back into the squared circle, it pushes other wrestlers to elevate their performance. This competitive atmosphere fosters a culture of excellence, where everyone strives to deliver their best in every match and every moment. Owens continued:
He’s good to have around, he’s good for morale and he brings a sense of, you know, there are people now which is what I love about our locker room. There are people who are leaders without saying I am a leader. They don’t need to be. They just are, Randy is one of them. So, when he’s around, everyone steps up their game because Randy Orton is here, and I love that.
During the same interview, Kevin Owens named who he feels is the best in the world.
When Did Randy Orton Get Injured?
Orton picked up his injury in May 2022, later Randy Orton was told by his doctors not to return to the ring early in 2023 following a surgery he had on his back.
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