« Screen Captures · Digitals · Video1 · Video2 · Video3 · Video4 »

Randy Orton picked up his promo and re-stated his ultimatum that either Adamle goes or he goes. What is it going to be? Orton stared toward the entrance ramp as the fans cat-called, then Here Comes The Money blared out, bringing out Shane McMahon doing his dance. A little more toned down (thankfully), but enough to get the screams from the ladies in the building. McMahon then slid into the ring and danced around Orton, who was not amused.

Shane stepped up to Orton and said he doesn’t react well to the aggressive tone. Shane said he’s not going to allow threats to get him. Boy, Shane sounds much different. Orton said if Shane’s father was here, he would make sure his top superstar is happy. Shane shot back that he’s not his father. He said Orton should respect the position he holds in this company. Shane began to talk about Adamle, but the Raw theme interrupted and Adamle strutted out with a big grin on his face.

Adamle said there’s something he needs to say first. Adamle said that ever since Raw began, every authority figure has tried to pursue some sort of agenda – good or bad. He said he’s tried to be different by not taking a side. Fans with the “what?” chants. Adamle paused as he started to tear up a little. Awkward live TV ensued, then Adamle said he slapped Orton in the face last week and he became the very thing he didn’t want to become. Adamle said this job corrupts and he doesn’t want to let that happen to him. So, as of now, he’s resigning as GM of Raw. Fans cheered loudly for that one.

Orton simply paced around the ring, then Adamle shook Shane’s hand and left. Orton didn’t get enough and demanded an apology from Adamle. Shane cut him off and said Orton owes Adamle an apology. But, now the thing is Orton’s excuses. He said Orton looked pretty good at Cyber Sunday running into the ring. Shane said he took the liberty of talking to Orton’s doctors, who told him Orton has been cleared to compete for weeks. He asked Orton when he was going to get around to dropping a note there. Orton referenced Survivor Series, but Shane said that’s too far away. He’s thinking about tonight.

Shane said he couldn’t deny the fans an opportunity to see Raw’s greatest commodity in action tonight. He’ll be competing in the ring tonight. Orton said he would love more than anything to wrestle, but he’s not ready. He didn’t bring his gear, by the way. Shane said he’s personally taken care of everything. No biggie. Shane said Orton will be competing in the ring tonight against a man he’s familiar with. The guy he kicked in the head and cost him the World Title. That man is C.M. Punk. Orton lowered his head, then Shane danced while the fans cheered.

RANDY ORTON vs. C.M. PUNK

Cole dropped the most over-used word of the political campaign, Maverick, in reference to Punk’s in-ring style. At least he didn’t call him a swashbuckling wrestler. Orton stalked Punk for the RKO at 2:00, but suddenly, Ted DiBiase stormed the ring and tackled Punk for a DQ. DiBiase pounded on Punk while Manu and Cody Rhodes stood on the apron, but Orton stepped into a punt to the head on DiBiase. He didn’t get much of DiBiase, but DiBiase sold it as if he were dead. Cody and Manu stepped into the ring as if they were going to try something, but Orton stared them down before leaving the ring. Manu and Cody just stood over DiBiase while referees checked on DiBiase.

WINNER: Punk via DQ in 2:00.

After the commercial break, they showed DiBiase being taken away on a gurney during the commercial break. Backstage, Cody and Manu confronted Orton about what just happened. Cody asked him what he was thinking. Manu said DiBiase is on a stretcher right now. Orton said DiBiase is talented, as they are, but what he did out there was kick some sense into DiBiase because he had his first match back won. Orton then screamed into Manu and Cody’s faces to do something about what just happened. “I dare you!” he shouted. They didn’t do anything, so Orton told them they’re smart and there might be hope for them two just yet. He walked off.

WELCOME BACK RANDY! it is SO nice to see Randy wrestle!!! Missed him much….hope they all learned a lesson tonight…..Randy IS BACK …he is mad..because it was not on his terms…but, now that he is back….we all have something to look forward too! The return of “THE AGE OF ORTON” …..can you smell it….it is what’s in the air!!! Still trying to get used to his new tattoos….they are kinda distracting while he wrestles..until I get the NEW Randy figure with NEW tattoos and can see what they all are!!! Any reason to stop and stare at his body is a GOOD ONE! I know I appreciate great art…and he is a great work of art.

Beautiful!! That’s my hero right there. WWE is so lucky to have Randy there. He is the best in the business and the future of that industry!!! I love Randy Orton!!!!

Welcome back to the AGE OF ORTON people!!!! Is he the best thing going or what??? WOW! He is amazing in and out of the ring…my hero. Love ya mr one man dynasty

=] wb

I’M GLAD TO SEE RANDY BACK IN ACTION. RANDY YOU RULE MONDAY NITE RAW !!!!!! KICK SOME ASS AND GET YOUR BELT BACK ON YOUR WAIST. HOW IS SAM AND YOUR BABY GIRL DOING?

All I can say is wow! I mean how good is his physique, you can tell he’s been working out. Such a shame he lost though, seeing as its his first match since ONS. But I can’t wait to see more of Orton, The Age of Orton shall resume once again. Once again, great body! (;

Welcome backkkkkk Randyyyyyyyyy.

But, I know this isn’t about Orton.. But why does Cena get a title shot? He hasn’t wrestling for weeks.. We know Cena is gonna win it. -_- He always does..

Its about time!! Lovin the tats randy ^_^ x x

WELCOME BACK RANDY ORTON…..WE MISSED YOU .. THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR TAKING OUT TED D. YOUR THE BEST!!!!

Yeah Andrew, I was a bit pissed about that too, but it’s w/e. I lost interest in the Raw title a long time ago since Orton was gone. IMO I think Orton should win this year’s Royal Rumble and Main Event at Wrestlemania.

That aside, I gotta admit that I was impressed w/ Orton’s performance. He’s not rusty at all and seems to have his skills back up to par, if not improved. I’m just not used to his new tattoos yet. Iunno, they just seem to clutter his arms, but then again maybe its his wrestling gear, iunno.

How well that it fought Randy truth is that I hope that their struggle would be the veradero contest and make it clear that if John Cena wants the war will very soon be the new champion Randy.Kisses

Welcome back Randy!

It’s great to have him back in the ring! Although, I would of loved to have seen the RKO (It’s been too long but) punting DiBiase’s skull into the cheap seats was fantastic. How awesome were the RKO chants after Randy did that? Randy looks to be in great shape but he seems to be missing something….the World Heavyweight Championship around his waist! Oh well, it’s only a matter of time before we’re back in the Age Of Orton. ^_^

Again…Welcome back Randy!

it was so great to see randy back in action. loved it! welcome back!

Great to see him back, still not used to the tats. Just so dramatic, takes a little time. But glad he didn’t get some big chest tattoo like The Rock. He looks in really great shape as well.

i could’nt wait for randy to come back and i was totally supprise he was back in the ring last night but i am so happy he’s back and i can’t wait for him to kick some ass.and i think he’s back as a face(good guy).

and did you see those abs i mean before he got hurt he was looking a little flaby but now……DANM he’s hot.

welcome back champ! I’m sooooooooo mad that I didn’t get a chance to c u in action!!!! But still, Im glad ur back and ready to kick some ass!!!!!

OMG, I’m soooooo happy that Randy is back. Welcome back.

Welcome back randy. i agree with all you guys. WWE has been lacking in a lot of talent ever since ONS and that talent is randy orton. He can play heel as well as face. such a shame he had to “lose” his first match back but that’s the story i guess. The writers might be taking him in a face direction.

hopefully they see it through and make him win the rumble and wrestlemania.

and why in the world does john cena suddenly get a title shot? out of the blue? orton just came back from injury as well. so what’s the difference?

wwe creative time can be blind sometimes. at least orton is back

welcome back .
I love to see you back.

omg .randy u come back .yeaaaaaaaaaaa.i cant belive.u r the next chapmion.the age of orton is not over .i love u.nice tatoos:)

for me u still the champ 4 ever .go randy