5 superstars who should be Randy Orton's next victim

After taking a hiatus after WWE Backlash on May 2018, Randy Orton returned from his injury at Extreme Rules on July and attacked Jeff Hardy. Later that month he revealed that he was sick of the WWE Universe and would attack and destroy every fan favorite in WWE, and Jeff Hardy was his first victim.

Since he "deleted" Jeff Hardy in a brutal match at Hell in a Cell, who is next in line for the Viper's brutal beatdown? The Apex Predator said last week that his attack on Jeff Hardy will pale in comparison to what he is going to do to his next victim. Let us take a look at the 5 top fan favorites that the Apex Predator should target once his rivalry with the Charismatic Enigma is done and dusted.

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#5. Daniel Bryan

Daniel Bryan and Randy Orton were in an intense feud during 2013-14

Daniel Bryan and Randy Orton share a deep history between them. They were the part of the first team that defeated the Shield in a 6 man tag team match. But they are more familiar standing in opposite sides of the ring.

After cashing in on Daniel Bryan at Summerslam 2013, the Apex Predator went on to have a lengthy feud against the leader of the Yes Movement. They have faced each other at RAW, Smackdown and PPVs.

There is no denying that Randy Orton played a huge role in Bryan's iconic WWE World Heavyweight Championship victory at Wrestlemania 30. They have faced each other so many times that people would complain that this feud would be stale.

However, one thing we should note is that the dynamics have changed a lot since Wrestlemania 30. Back then, Randy Orton was a cowardly heel who hid behind the Authority. But now he a fully fledged sadistic psychopath who stops at nothing but pure destruction. Anyone will invest in a rivalry involving this version of Randy Orton against the pure babyface Daniel Bryan.

#4. Dean Ambrose

Dean Ambrose and Orton

At Hell in a Cell, Randy Orton proved that he can go hardcore if the situation demands. And who is currently the most hardcore member of the WWE roster? Dean Ambrose. The Apex Predator and the Lunatic Fringe have faced each other in various singles bouts over the years. However, that was in the past. Now, both of them boast new gimmicks.

These two can culminate their feud in a brutal match with an Extreme Rules match. The payoff would be worth the time invested.

#3. Seth Rollins

Randy Orton RKO'ing Seth Rollins out of nowhere at Wrestlemania 31.

Randy Orton and Seth Rollins had an excellent feud leading into Wrestlemania 31. Their Wrestlemania match was the best singles match of that night and culminated with an outstanding RKO out of nowhere.

During that feud, Rollins was the heel and Orton was the face. Now, since both of them have reversed their roles, it is time for them to rekindle their old feud. Seth Rollins is the biggest babyface on RAW and Randy Orton is a despicable heel. Randy Orton could trade shows to attack Rollins and get his hands on the Intercontinental title after 14 long years.

#2. Roman Reigns

Reigns and Orton feuded in 2014, with Reigns coming on top.

The only major title Randy Orton is yet to hold in WWE is the Universal Championship. What other motive does the Viper need to unleash a brutal attack on Roman Reigns? Both of them crossed paths leading into SummerSlam 2014, with Reigns coming on top.

Now since Roman is no longer the underdog, it is perhaps the time for the Viper to pay a visit to the Big Dog and have his revenge.

#1. AJ Styles

Randy Orton faced AJ Styles only once.

This is a dream feud for most WWE fans. Both AJ Styles and Randy Orton have been a part of SmackDown Live since the brand split, yet they only crossed paths once.

This is a match with huge potential. AJ is 300 days into his reign as the WWE champion. He has defeated many top names in the process and has defeated many big names such as John Cena, Kevin Owens, Shinsuke Nakamura, and Dolph Ziggler. To cement his position at the top of the food chain, he needs a win over a credible threat like Randy Orton.

On the other hand, the Viper is in search of a fan favorite to hunt. AJ Styles is one of the biggest fan favorites in the roster and defeating him could also make Orton a 14-time world champion. This feud could help both the parties involved and if done right, this could turn out to be one of the hottest angles in pro wrestling.