Kevin Owens Helps Drew McIntyre Defeat Randy Orton: SmackDown Highlights, March 28, 2025
Friday Night SmackDown delivered another action-packed night on March 28, 2025, featuring high-stakes matches, shocking betrayals, and unexpected alliances. The main event of the evening saw Drew McIntyre take on Randy Orton in a hard-hitting battle with major WrestleMania implications. Just when it seemed Orton had the match won, Kevin Owens emerged to change the course of history, helping McIntyre secure a crucial victory.
A Battle of Titans: Drew McIntyre vs. Randy Orton
The night’s main event pitted two of WWE’s most dominant forces against each other. Drew McIntyre, the Scottish Warrior, has been on a mission to prove himself as the rightful number-one contender for the Undisputed WWE Championship. Randy Orton, a 14-time world champion, was equally determined to reclaim his spot at the top of SmackDown.
As soon as the bell rang, the atmosphere inside the arena was electric. Orton wasted no time, using his veteran instincts to control the pace early on. He targeted McIntyre’s surgically repaired knee, attempting to weaken his base and set him up for the RKO. However, McIntyre, known for his resilience, fought back with powerful suplexes and his signature Claymore Kick attempts.
The match swung back and forth, with both superstars pushing each other to the limit. At one point, Orton countered a Future Shock DDT and nearly put McIntyre away with a devastating draping DDT off the ropes. The WWE Universe was on the edge of their seats as both competitors dug deep, refusing to back down.
Kevin Owens’ Shocking Intervention
As the match reached its climax, Orton prepared for his final strike. He pounded the mat, signaling for the RKO. Just as he leaped to hit the move, the unmistakable sound of Kevin Owens’ theme music echoed throughout the arena. The sudden distraction caught Orton off guard, forcing him to turn his attention to the entrance ramp.
Owens, who had been embroiled in a heated rivalry with Orton over the past few weeks, stormed toward the ring with a furious look. Orton, momentarily distracted, never saw what was coming next—McIntyre took advantage of the situation and delivered a thunderous Claymore Kick to Orton’s jaw. The impact sent Orton crashing to the mat, allowing McIntyre to cover him for the decisive three-count.
Aftermath and Fallout
Following the match, Owens entered the ring and exchanged a brief but intense stare with McIntyre before rolling out. The Scottish Warrior celebrated his hard-fought victory while Orton, still dazed, glared at Owens with pure fury. This interference not only gave McIntyre a major win but also reignited the ongoing feud between Owens and Orton.
With WrestleMania just weeks away, the SmackDown landscape has been drastically altered. McIntyre’s victory could propel him into a title opportunity, while Orton will undoubtedly seek revenge on Owens. One thing is certain—SmackDown’s road to WrestleMania just became even more unpredictable.
