Kevin Owens Awaits Neck Surgery, Risks Missing WrestleMania 42

Kevin Owens has announced he needs neck surgery, which has forced him to withdraw from his scheduled match against Randy Orton at WrestleMania 41. Despite earlier reports claiming he had already undergone the procedure, multiple sources, including Fightful Select, have confirmed he has not yet had surgery and that his return to the ring is uncertain. WWE officials do not expect him to return before 2025, raising the possibility that he could also miss WrestleMania 42. Owens revealed he sustained the injury during a match in January, but only recognized its severity after receiving MRI results. His absence is significant as he has been a key performer in high-profile storylines, and his eventual return is anticipated to be well-received by fans. As of now, Randy Orton is left without an opponent for WrestleMania, with WWE expected to announce a replacement soon.