With Randy Orton looking for his next WWE WrestleMania moment, there are plenty of intriguing opponents for him at WrestleMania 42.
From ongoing feuds that could kick up again to brand new rivalries, Randy Orton’s 21st WrestleMania appearance could be one for the record books.
Here are six potential opponents for Randy Orton at WWE WrestleMania 42.
6. Aleister Black
Set to make his WrestleMania return after a foray in AEW, Aleister Black nearly made it one-on-one with Randy Orton for WrestleMania 41.
When Kevin Owens was unable to compete, Randy Orton was left without an opponent for the big event and was met instead by Joe Hendry, though Black recently revealed that he was among the names discussed for that position.
With WWE not wanting Black to lose his first match back in the company, his return would end up coming later on the SmackDown after WrestleMania.
Potentially still able to face off against Randy Orton, but this time with a significant build to the bout, this match could end up memorable for all the right reasons.
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5. Drew McIntyre
A perpetual feud that could kick back up ahead of WrestleMania 42 is the rivalry between Drew McIntyre and Randy Orton.
With their most recent back and forth going a bit unresolved, Orton could be simply waiting to strike in classic Viper fashion.
Looking to enact revenge for any number of attacks, Orton could easily find rationale to want to tangle with McIntyre again.
With the duo of veterans able to put on a hard hitting match in addition to a psychologically compelling story in the lead-up to the event, McIntyre could be a great pick for Orton at WrestleMania 42.
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4. Santos Escobar
Santos Escobar had an interesting contract year as he technically departed WWE and then re-signed with the company shortly thereafter.
Reportedly set to debut with a renewed push and big creative plans, the former Legado del Fantasma leader may be set for a major new storyline.
Out of action since July, he could be poised to return to his former CMLL iteration, El Hijo del Fantasma.
Making for an impressive foe for Randy Orton, there could definitely be some magic under the bright lights of Las Vegas between these two industry veterans.
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3. Logan Paul
Randy Orton and Logan Paul have already tangled on the ‘Grandest Stage of them All’ with Paul defeating both Randy Orton and Kevin Owens in a triple threat match to retain the United States Championship at WrestleMania 40.
Their meeting at SummerSlam 2025 was a tag team bout with Orton joining forces with Jelly Roll to take on Logan Paul and Drew McIntyre – leaving room for a one-on-one showdown.
With Logan Paul certainly able to provide viral moments, the bout could end up being a fun showcase during the big Las Vegas event.
Since Randy Orton remains a beloved WWE fan favorite, taking on one of the most hated stars just makes sense.
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2. Bronson Reed
Certainly a lot has changed in The Vision storyline since the founding of the group, but Seth Rollins’ injury hasn’t slowed Bron Breakker and Bronson Reed down.
While it seems perhaps that Bron Breakker is on a collision course with CM Punk on the Road to WrestleMania 42, it remains to be seen what is next for the ‘Tribal Thief’ Reed.
Continuing to put on impressive performances, it could be time for Bronson Reed to feature in a high profile singles feud in advance of the big event.
Able to take on the legendary Randy Orton in what could be considered an evenly matched battle, the two could certainly steal the show with an impressive match.
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1. Cody Rhodes
With the speculation kicking into overdrive about what could be next for the Undisputed WWE Champion Cody Rhodes, the detail of the Royal Rumble seems to be overlooked.
Roman Reigns may want to challenge Cody Rhodes at WrestleMania 42 but perhaps the upcoming Royal Rumble 2026 winner will have other ideas.
If Randy Orton wins the Royal Rumble, he wouldn’t need to entirely turn heel to still challenge Cody since he has given him fair warning.
Previously telling Rhodes quite directly that he had a goal to become champion again, it could happen at WrestleMania 42.
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