Many suspected that Rusev could be on the outs with WWE following his quick loss to Randy Orton at Sunday's Summerslam. According to a new report, the decision was more about Orton.
Per Dave Meltzer of Wrestling Observer, the swift match was a way to kick off the Orton/Rusev feud as opposed to burying Rusev. The match consisted only of a quick attack and RKO. You can see an excerpt of our live coverage below.
Randy Orton vs Rusev
Rusev attacks Randy before the match starts, then Randy hits an RKO out of nowhere after side stepping Rusev when he rushed at him in the corner for the pin and the win.
Winner: Randy Orton via pinfall
Neither man were on Smackdown Live this past week, and Lana has spoken out on the rumors that Rusev asked for his release.
