Randy Orton made his triumphant return to WWE during the 2023 Survivor Series Premium Live Event, where he competed in the WarGames match for Cody Rhodes team. One of the most insane spots in the match saw him hit a Super RKO on JD McDonagh, and now the original plans for the spots have been revealed.
While speaking toChris Van Vliet, JD McDonagh talked about the Super RKO spot at the 2023 Survivor Series and the original plans for it. Originally, JD McDonagh was supposed to do a moonsault off the cage, which was something he really wanted to do, but he was told he couldnt because Charlotte Flair was already doing one.
Since that wasnt an option, he suggested the Super RKO instead. When asked if it could be done safely, JD McDonagh stated that he would check the height and see if it was possible.
On the night of the event, he stood on the cage, ready to jump, while Randy Orton walked over to check the setup. JD McDonagh thought about all the bumps he had taken before and decided to go for it. He positioned himself so Orton could grab him, and thankfully, everything went smoothly.
The night before, they tested out the spot using a crash mat. JD McDonagh noted that he jumped while Orton watched and made sure he could catch him. After seeing it, Orton said, I got you, and they agreed to do it in the match.
McDonaghs big jump into Ortons Super RKO was one of the most talked-about moments at Survivor Series 2023. It wasnt his original plan, but it turned into a memorable moment that showed his bravery and Ortons perfect timing and will forever live on in the history of WWE, something that McDonagh was happy with in the end.
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