Randy Orton is coming home, but he should tread lightly. The 15-time world champion returns to St. Louis on WWE SmackDown, but Cody Rhodes is looking to spoil the celebration.
Undisputed WWE champion Rhodes and title challenger Orton are locked into a deeply bitter feud ahead of their WrestleMania 42 match. A completely unhinged Orton has laid out Rhodes, Matt Cardona and Jelly Roll over the last several weeks. Rhodes has revenge at the forefront of his mind as he hunts Orton.
Also on Friday, Rhea Ripley returns to action after suffering a beatdown at the hands of WWE women’s champion Jade Cargill, Michin and B-Fab. Ripley faces off with Michin in singles action. Sami Zayn, who earned the United States title last week, is set to appear. So are Jacob Fatu and Drew McIntyre ahead of their unsanctioned match at WrestleMania 42.
CBS Sports is with you all night with recaps and highlights of all the action from Enterprise Center in St. Louis beginning at 8 p.m. ET.
WWE SmackDown previewCody Rhodes looks to spoil Randy Orton’s homecomingSami Zayn celebrates United States title winRhea Ripley returns to face MichinExpect carnage when Jacob Fatu and Drew McIntyre collide