WWE star Aleister Black recently spoke with Le10Sport about several topics. He mentioned that there was a time when he was considered to be Randy Orton’s opponent at WrestleMania 41, especially after Kevin Owens sustained an injury. However, the opportunity ultimately went to Joe Hendry.
Black said, “From what I’m told, there was a discussion about it. But for obvious reasons, it didn’t go any further because they had another plan. But the option was considered. It was a thought process like, “What if we do it? Well, maybe not, okay.” That’s all I heard. The fact that they discussed it at all is pretty cool. And I would have jumped at it with open arms because any time I get a chance to wrestle Randy, it’s a good time, because Randy, he’s… he’s Randy Orton, you know! He’s Randy Orton. At WrestleMania. How could I say no? You know what I mean? I’d be scared shitless, but I’d do it. It would be crazy.”
Black made his return on WWE SmackDown the Friday after WrestleMania 41. He most recently faced Orton in a Fatal 4-Way Match for the King of the Ring Tournament, which also featured Carmelo Hayes and LA Knight.
