Contract Signing (Wrestling) Timeline

March 2026

• Randy Orton addressed his attack on Cody Rhodes during WWE SmackDown.

  Mar 20, 11:05 PM · Cody Rhodes vs. Randy Orton Rivalry

  This segment provided Orton an opportunity to explain or comment on his recent actions against Rhodes.

• Backstage details were revealed regarding WWE's decision to book Cody Rhodes vs. Randy Orton for WrestleMania.

  Mar 20, 05:37 PM · Cody Rhodes vs. Randy Orton Rivalry

  The article provided insight into the creative process and reasoning behind the major championship match.

• Randy Orton turns heel and assaults Cody Rhodes after a contract signing on WWE SmackDown.

  Mar 20, 03:30 PM · Cody Rhodes vs. Randy Orton Rivalry

  Orton left Cody Rhodes bloodied during the incident.

• A preview of WWE SmackDown on March 20, 2026, notes that fans are observed cheering for the antagonist ahead of WrestleMania.

  Mar 20, 03:28 PM · Cody Rhodes vs. Randy Orton Rivalry

• Randy Orton attacks Cody Rhodes during a WWE SmackDown contract signing.

  Mar 20, 02:17 PM · Cody Rhodes vs. Randy Orton Rivalry

• Randy Orton makes a mystery phone call.

  Mar 20, 01:30 PM · Cody Rhodes vs. Randy Orton Rivalry

  The call is reported to be fueling drama surrounding WrestleMania.

• Randy Orton explains his assault on Cody Rhodes on March 20, 2026.

  Mar 20, 12:15 PM · Cody Rhodes vs. Randy Orton Rivalry

  The explanation was featured on 'WWE Now' on the specified date.

• An article speculated on four WWE stars who could join Randy Orton in a Legacy 2.0 reunion.

  Mar 20, 03:04 AM · WWE Storylines and Events

  The discussion revolves around potential future alliances within WWE, bringing back themes from Orton's past stable.