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Randy Orton walked out and said he wanted to let Batista know that when it comes to a World Title shot, he’ll have to wait in line. He said Cena gets his opportunity at Survivor Series, but then it’s his turn. He said he’s better than Batista and always has been. He said because he’s better than him, he deserves the title shot. He referenced being the best member of Evolution. Batista let out his signature chuckle. He then told Orton that history is written by winners. He said he’s been better than Orton in every way, shape, and form. He said he was better than him in Evolution and he’s better than him now. He said as Steph said, tonight is about settling old scores, and they have a score to settle. He challenged him to a match tonight. Orton said, “The answer is yes.” Orton said when he regains the title, he’ll remain champion a lot longer than eight days. An “RKO” chant broke out among some fans. Batista tossed Orton the mic and shoved his head between his legs. Orton scurried away because Batista’s not his type. Or to avoid the Batista Bomb. One or the other.
Backstage Manu and Cody Rhodes approached Orton. They said Orton has a concussion. He said they’re not going to let that slide. Orton said Ted DiBiase was stupid enough to interfere in his match, so he did what those two didn’t have the guts to do. He said they can keep telling everyone that they’re the future, but the fact remains that neither of them are in his league. Cody slapped Orton Manu stepped in before Orton could retaliate. Orton snorted and huffed, then walked away.
Orton came out to his full ring intro. Cody and Manu walked out. Cody said, “Randy, you can’t beat me and we both know you can’t beat Batista, but you know what? I’m going to beat Batista.” Batista laughed. Orton looked confused, but stepped out of the ring. Some scattered boos as the fans realized they were getting a different match. Lawler said he’s more and more impressed with Cody’s moxy.
BATISTA vs. CODY RHODES
Batista dominated early. Lawler said Batista was already in a surly mood. Cody escaped an early Batista Bomb attempt, then hit a bulldog off the ropes for a two count. Orton watched cross-armed from the stage. Manu took a cheap shot at Batista from ringside. He seemed more impressed as the match progressed. Batista hit Cody with a spinebuster at 2:00, then shook the ropes. Manu went after Batista. Batista knocked him off the ring apron. Batista then Batista Bombed Cody for the three count. Manu charged at Batista, but he easily fended him off, then turned his attention to Orton on the stage. Cole and Lawler said Batista was taking out a week of frustrations on them. Batista limped up the rampway toward Orton after the match.
