Gabe Kidd Calls Out Randy Orton in Fiery Social Media Challenge

NJPW STRONG Openweight Champion Gabe Kidd has never been one to shy away from a challenge—or the spotlight. On Saturday morning, Kidd ignited the wrestling world with a bold taunt aimed directly at WWE legend Randy Orton. Taking to social media, Kidd threw down the gauntlet in no uncertain terms, daring the Apex Predator to step into his world.

In his post, Kidd challenged Orton to approach WWE Chief Content Officer Triple H and make a match happen. “Go to your boss, Triple H, and come fight me,” Kidd wrote, tagging Orton in what can only be described as a digital slap across the face.

This isn’t the first time Kidd has stirred the pot with his brash attitude. Known for his no-nonsense trash-talking, the NJPW standout has built a reputation as a fearless competitor willing to take on anyone, anywhere. By targeting Orton, a 14-time world champion and a surefire future WWE Hall of Famer, Kidd is aiming to send a message—not just to Orton, but to the entire wrestling industry.

Orton, who returned to WWE after recovering from a serious back injury at Survivor Series, has yet to respond to Kidd’s callout. However, the Viper is no stranger to cross-promotional challenges, making fans wonder if this war of words could escalate into something more.

Fans are already debating the possibility of an NJPW-WWE crossover to make this dream match a reality. While the logistics remain a long shot, Kidd’s audacious challenge has certainly added intrigue to the wrestling landscape.