Randy Orton and Cody Rhodes Reunite on WWE SmackDown

Cody Rhodes is stepping back into the ring this Friday on WWE SmackDown, and this time he’s bringing Randy Orton with him.

The WWE Champion will team up with Orton to take on Bron Breakker and Bronson Reed—collectively representing The Vision—in a tag team match that’s already got fans talking.

Since Wrestlepalooza, Rhodes has been locked in a heated rivalry with The Vision as he looks to capture the WWE Crown Jewel championship for the second year in a row. With WWE set to land in Australia next month for the big event, tensions are rising, and Rhodes isn’t taking any chances. Randy Orton has been by his side recently, serving as backup, and now the two are officially stepping into the ring together to face Breakker and Reed.

The match was announced on September 30 in a video posted by WWE featuring SmackDown General Manager Nick Aldis. He confirmed the tag team showdown for the October 3 episode, signaling another big move in the ongoing war between Rhodes and The Vision. Bron Breakker and Bronson Reed have been making waves as The Vision’s enforcers, and this Friday could be their biggest test yet.

This bout could play a major role in shaping Cody’s path to Crown Jewel and might also hint at Randy Orton’s future trajectory heading into WWE’s busy fall schedule. With both stars laser-focused and The Vision looking to assert dominance, this tag team collision is a must-watch. Here’s the full advertised match for Friday’s episode:

WWE Friday Night SmackDown (October 3, 2025)

• Tag Team Match: Cody Rhodes and Randy Orton vs The Vision (Bron Breakker and Bronson Reed)

Rhodes and Orton as a team brings serious star power to SmackDown, and their chemistry will be tested against two of the most physically imposing Superstars on the roster. With Crown Jewel on the horizon, every win counts—and both sides are looking to make a statement.

Do you think Cody and Orton will deliver a decisive win, or will The Vision leave their mark heading into Crown Jewel? Drop your thoughts and predictions in the comments below.