Randy Orton emerged victorious over Sami Zayn to secure a spot in the Elimination Chamber event. This week on SmackDown, Zayn was eliminated in a qualifying match for the upcoming Chamber match. Towards the end of the bout, Orton appeared to be nursing an injury, as noted by the commentator. Despite this, Orton managed to secure his place in Perth with a well-timed RKO. Before the show concluded, Orton had a tense face-off with another competitor who had already won their match earlier in the evening. As for Zayn, his hopes of competing at WrestleMania may have been dashed.
Zayn’s path to Philadelphia for the Elimination Chamber match and a shot at the World Heavyweight title would have been paved with a victory. However, Orton’s triumph has likely put an end to those dreams. On the other hand, Orton himself may be sensing an opportunity. It has been two years since he last competed in the brutal Elimination Chamber structure, and this time he may have a better chance at success. At the Royal Rumble last month, Orton came close to defeating the Undisputed WWE Universal Champion, but interference from another wrestler prevented him from claiming the title.
After his encounter with Zayn, Orton turned his attention to the challenge that lies ahead. He will soon find out who his opponents will be in the Elimination Chamber match. This will be revealed on the next episode of SmackDown. It is clear that the road to victory will not be easy for anyone involved in this high-stakes event.
As the show came to a close, Orton exchanged words with Drew McIntyre, hinting at a potential rivalry between the two. McIntyre is considered by many to be the favorite to win the Elimination Chamber match in Australia. However, there are still four spots left to be filled by other wrestlers. On Monday’s episode of Raw, two qualifying matches will take place, with one wrestler from each match earning their place in the Chamber. Then, on SmackDown a few days later, the final two superstars will secure their spots in the Optus Stadium. The competition inside the Elimination Chamber is expected to be intense.
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