4 Clear WWE signs Randy Orton will NOT win his 15th World Championship at Wrestlemania 42

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In recent weeks, the Stamford-based promotion has dropped a few hints that The Legend Killer will not win his 15th World Championship at this year’s Showcase of the Immortals. That said, in this article, we will discuss four clear signs that suggest Rhodes will walk out of ‘Mania as champion.

#4. The backlash on the internet

One of the key signs pointing in the abovementioned direction is the backlash WWE has been getting after this week’s SmackDown. The company uploaded Pat McAfee’s heel turn video on its official YouTube channel, and it garnered a lot of dislikes. Fans’ response to the video indicates they are not pleased with the development.

The Triple H-led creative team usually pays attention to fans’ reactions on social media platforms. In the past, it has made several changes to storylines based on viewers’ responses. Hence, it’s likely that The Game has changed his mind after this week’s show and may not crown Randy Orton as the new champion at ‘Mania 42.

#3. Pat McAfee is threatening to leave wrestling

Following a surprise return to the blue brand, Pat McAfee made a major announcement about his future in World Wrestling Entertainment. He claimed that if Orton failed to win the Undisputed WWE Title at WrestleMania this year, he would never appear on wrestling television again.

McAfee is a part-timer in the TKO-led promotion after stepping down from his role as a commentator. He has many professional commitments outside the pro wrestling world, including College GameDay and The Pat McAfee Show. Hence, it wouldn’t be a surprise if he disappears from TV again post-WrestleMania 42 due to his busy schedule.

Given that McAfee might not stick around to continue the story with Orton following ‘Mania, the company could book Rhodes to reign supreme on The Grandest Stage of Them All.

#2. Cody Rhodes is teasing a heel turn

After Pat McAfee adopted a villainous character on the Friday night show, fans saw a darker side to The American Nightmare’s gimmick. The Prodigal Son attacked Kit Wilson before his promo segment.

In his promo, he spoke about possibly turning heel and seemingly took shots at The Rock. If WWE is planning to change Rhodes’ character, he shouldn’t lose momentum in the coming weeks. An Undisputed WWE Title loss to The Viper could hurt his credibility.

The tease of Rhodes’ potential heel turn suggests Orton might not win at The Shows of Shows.

#1. Rhodes just won the WWE title

Over the past few years, Cody Rhodes has been portrayed as the Golden Boy of WWE. The Stamford-based promotion clearly views him as its biggest babyface.

It’s crucial to note that The American Nightmare recently won the Undisputed WWE Title from Drew McIntyre on SmackDown. Losing the gold at ‘Mania will make him look weak, and it’s unlikely that the creative team will move in that direction. As a result, The Apex Predator might not win the title at ‘Mania 42.