For over 20 years, the RKO has been a devastating force in WWE! Randy Orton, “The Viper,” has used this move to win countless matches and championships against legends like The Undertaker and Triple H. But how was this iconic move created?
From Discussion to Domination: The RKO’s Origin Story
Randy Orton recently shared the interesting story behind the RKO! In an interview, he revealed that the move came about thanks to a talk with John Laurinaitis, a former WWE executive.
Orton needed a finisher that could work against anyone, regardless of size. Drawing inspiration from Diamond Dallas Page’s Diamond Cutter, the RKO was born!
While the RKO is a powerful move, Orton did mention a drawback. He explained that executing the RKO requires him to take a bump every single time!
Despite the bumps, Randy Orton is focused on the future. This week on SmackDown, he’ll battle Tama Tonga in the King of the Ring semifinals. The winner will go on to face GUNTHER for the crown at WWE King and Queen of the Ring.
