Kevin Owens has been on a rampage against Cody Rhodes for the last couple of months as he turned SmackDown into a warzone. This rivalry transcended the heights of ferocity at Saturday Night’s Main Event when KO’s actions led to Rhodes getting hospitalized. After his vicious attack on the Undisputed Champion, will The Prizefighter be on the blue brand tonight?

The upcoming edition of SmackDown was taped last week, and the spoilers are out. Owens will not be in the arena in person to address the WWE Universe, especially after what unfolded this past Saturday. However, the former Universal Champion will be part of the show in a backstage segment.

According to the leaks, Kevin Owens will deliver a fiery promo against Cody Rhodes and discuss what transpired at Saturday Night’s Main Event. He will also shed light on what the future holds for him now that the reigning Undisputed WWE Champion has been sidelined due to injury. KO’s screen time will, however, remain limited to his backstage segment tonight.

For those unaware, The Prizefighter fled with the Winged Eagle Championship last week, the title Rhodes brought to represent his Undisputed WWE Championship exclusively for this past weekend’s event. Since then, Kevin Owens has been claiming himself as the true champion, taking that coveted title everywhere

This storyline has taken a very intriguing turn lately and why wouldn’t it? It remains to be seen how it progresses going forward.

Will Kevin Owens encounter a major threat on SmackDown in Cody Rhodes’ absence?

Kevin Owens has become SmackDown’s Number One enemy lately, given his recent actions over the past few months. With Cody Rhodes out of action for an unforeseeable future, Owens may have momentarily found solitude. However, it may not remain long, as he could fall prey to his karma.

Randy Orton could make a shocking return in the upcoming weeks and confront The Prizefighter. The desire for revenge could burn within him, prompting The Viper to return to SmackDown for KO. Kevin Owens also called Orton out at Saturday Night’s Main Event.

This might hint at The Apex Predator’s impending return to the Stamford-based promotion. In Rhodes’ absence, he and Owens could resume their rivalry in the blue brand, which would buy The American Nightmare some time to recuperate from his on-screen injury.

However, this is purely speculation, as there is no timeline for Randy Orton’s return. Regardless of what happens, KO’s storyline will certainly keep fans on the edge of their seats.