WWE sends heartfelt message to Kevin Owens

Modified Apr 05, 2025 20:16 GMT

Kevin Owens is a former Universal Champion! [Picture source: WWE.com]

WWE recently sent a heartfelt message to Kevin Owens after the latest episode of SmackDown on social media. The star made an unfortunate announcement on this week's blue brand.

At WrestleMania 41 in Las Vegas, The Prizefighter was officially scheduled to face Randy Orton in a grudge match. However, on the April 4, 2025, episode of SmackDown, KO tearfully announced that he had been dealing with a serious neck injury for quite some time and would require immediate surgery.

Regrettably, this has led to Owens being pulled from his slated encounter against The Viper. The former Universal Champion also expressed his gratitude to the fans and apologized for not being able to compete, leaving the status of Randy Orton's WrestleMania opponent uncertain.

Taking to X/Twitter, WWE India's page wished Kevin Owens a speedy recovery.

Female superstar says she inspired John Cena turning heel HERE

"Get well soon, @FightOwensFight! ❤️‍🩹👊 #SmackDown."

Expand Tweet

Kevin Owens gives honest opinion on missing WWE WrestleMania 41

The former Tag Team Champion appeared on the My Mom's Basement podcast with Robbie Fox. In the interview, Kevin Owens disclosed that he might have sustained the injury during a match in January 2025.

Later, The Prizefighter indicated that he was doing well overall, citing his strong support from his family and co-workers. However, the Canadian wrestler admitted that the missed opportunity to wrestle Randy Orton at WrestleMania 41 was a major disappointment for him.

"Yeah, I'm okay. I've a great support system; my family is great, my co-workers are great, and everything. It sucks, man. Just not getting to wrestle Randy Orton at WrestleMania really sucks. That's the part that bugs me the most," he said.

When Kevin Owens announced his inability to compete at 'Mania, The Apex Predator came out. Shockingly, the two arch-rivals showed respect towards each other during this encounter. However, SmackDown GM Nick Aldis fell victim to a vicious RKO by Orton.

Only time will tell if The Viper will get his hands on KO upon his return from recovery following The Grandest Stage of Them All.

About the author

Akash Dhakite is a WWE news writer for Sportskeeda. From wallpapers on electronic devices to ringtones and alarms, WWE runs in the blood of Akash Dhakite, giving him an ascendancy of knowledge about this sport.

Since he was three years old, John Cena and The Undertaker mesmerized Akash's soul, allowing him to follow his "Never Give Up" attitude.

From The Champ's Royal Rumble 2008 surprise entrance to his TLC match against Wade Barett to busting open Brock Lesnar at Extreme Rules to emotionally breaking down at WrestleMania 28 after losing the match against The Rock, Dhakite breathes WWE.

He has an experience in professional wrestling as a news writer, having over 514 live articles on the internet. Besides his love for WWE, Dhakite is also a comedy writer and has occasionally performed as a stand-up comedian.

Know More

Edited by Jeevak Ambalgi