5 reasons why Randy Orton should face Riddle at WWE WrestleMania 38

WrestleMania 38 is just a few weeks away, and the build will truly begin at WWE Royal Rumble on January 29. This event traditionally kick-starts the journey to WrestleMania, which will be taking place on April 2 & 3 this year.

One potential high-profile match at the event would be a clash between former RAW Tag Team Champions Randy Orton and Riddle, better known as RK-Bro. The pair joined forces on April 26, 2021, at Monday Night RAW and have entertained the WWE Universe ever since.

Initially, the former WWE Champion was not interested in teaming with Riddle, but The Original Bro eventually convinced The Viper to give him a chance. The duo eventually became the RAW Tag Team Champions at SummerSlam by defeating then-champions AJ Styles and Omos.

However, after a 142-day reign, RK-Bro lost the gold to Chad Gable and Otis, collectively known as Alpha Academy. It seemed as though the fan-favorite team had run its course, but they showed up looking for a rematch on RAW last week. Riddle crashed Otis' graduation from the Alpha Academy and set the stage for an Academic Challenge the following week.

It seems fairly clear the teams will once again collide, but the biggest test of all could come after their rematch. If RK-Bro fails to win, where do they go next? WrestleMania is just weeks away, and the company needs to build up plenty of matches for the two-night event. Randy Orton vs. Riddle could easily be one of the most buzzworthy bouts for this year's show.

That being said, let's take a look at five reasons why Randy Orton should face Riddle at WrestleMania 38.

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#5. Randy Orton brings the best out of everyone he faces and Riddle could use that rub on WWE's biggest stage

If there is anyone that will bring the best out of Riddle in a highly-charged contest at WrestleMania, it's Randy Orton. The Viper is one of the most respected veterans on the roster; he can work with anyone and showcase the best that his opponent can bring.

Orton has always had a reputation for elevating his opponents. As noted in the tweet above, his feud with Drew McIntyre helped the Scottish star reach the next level during the pandemic era.

If the company wants to push Riddle to new heights and put on a clinic for their biggest show, Randy Orton vs. Riddle is the best way to do so.

#4 Randy Orton is better suited as a star singles wrestler

It is not unusual to see Randy Orton as part of a stable or tag team in WWE. The Viper made his name in the Evolution faction and tried his hand at leading his own group with The Legacy. While he's enjoyed plenty of success as part of a team, there's no denying that Orton is better suited when the spotlight is solely on him.

Randy Orton vs. Riddle should happen at WrestleMania so the Legend Killer can resume his singles career. He can excel once again by himself, as he'll have more freedom to work with his character. By contrast, he's somewhat limited in his role as Riddle's partner.

The only way for Orton to once again go on a solo path is to disband RK-Bro. WWE has a few options, but one clear path forward would set up a bitter grudge match at WrestleMania.

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#3 Randy Orton should once again turn to the dark side that brought some of the best work of his WWE career

Most fans would agree that Randy Orton's best work in WWE has come when he's been a heel. If Randy Orton and Riddle collide at WrestleMania, The Viper needs to be the villain.

The evil, conniving and twisted work that Orton usually provides as a bad guy is stellar. He can brilliantly play the part without even having to think about it. It comes naturally and, most of all, he loves playing such a character.

Could it be that we will see the master of the RKO drop Riddle in the middle of the ring in the coming weeks? Based on Orton's past, the fans would certainly not be disappointed to see his dark side again.

#2 Randy Orton and Riddle could put on a show-stealing match to captivate the WWE Universe

Randy Orton is one of the greatest WWE wrestlers of all time. Riddle, on the other hand, is one of the best wrestlers of his generation. If you put the two together in the ring, it's fair to assume that they'll make magic at the biggest show of the year.

In fact, the match itself will feel fresh, as the pair have only ever collided once one-on-one. This contest came shortly before they formed RK-Bro in April 2021, when Riddle defeated Orton in a hard-fought bout on RAW.

There's no doubt the two performers would be able to put on a classic, and they could steal the show at WrestleMania this year.

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#1 Randy Orton can put Riddle over on WWE's biggest stage

As Randy Orton approaches the latter stages of his career, his focus will now be on creating the superstars of tomorrow.

The Viper's role is now crucial. Just as Ric Flair, Shawn Michaels and Triple H were in his era, he is one of the elite talents on the roster that can boost the development of others. It's his time to give back and make sure the on-screen product continues to excel.

One of Orton's most important duties now is putting other WWE Superstars over. In recent years, he has done so with the likes of Drew McIntyre and Daniel Bryan. Riddle could be next on the list for Orton. At WrestleMania, it would certainly be a fitting event for The Original Bro to defeat him, given the high-profile nature of the show.