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RAW
#867
1-4-10 LIVE
Nutter Center
Dayton, Ohio
BRET HART HOSTS RAW
NOTE: Hulk Hogan debuted on TNA Impact tonight during this Raw airing.
Like unicorns, the Loch Ness monster and the lost city of Atlantis, the return of Bret Hart to WWE seemed merely the stuff of legend, a sight
among the WWE faithful that would never come to fruition. Then it happened. After a controversial exit and a 12-year absence, The Excellence
of Execution agreed to return to WWE as the first special guest host of Raw to kick off the new year. Even Bigfoot himself couldn’t have
proven a more exciting host or more shocking.
Guest host Bret Hart and Shawn Michaels reconcile. The conclusion of the WWE Title Match at Survivor Series 1997 between then-champion Bret
“Hit Man” Hart and Shawn Michaels remains one of the most controversial episodes in WWE history. Hart was forced to relinquish his title to
HBK after the referee called for a quick bell while Michaels had his opponent locked in Hart’s signature submission hold, The Sharpshooter,
despite the fact that Hart never submitted. The incident, known as the “Montreal Screwjob,” left a bitter taste in Hart’s mouth, including a
palpable disdain for both Michaels and the man who orchestrated his defeat, Mr. McMahon. While revenge has always nourished motivation, time
continues to mend old wounds, which seemed to be the case when Hart addressed the audience at the top of Raw. Not only did the former
five-time WWE Champion and WWE Hall of Famer thank the WWE Universe for their support, he also called out Michaels in an effort to bury the
hatchet. Michaels obliged, and the two talked openly about their feelings from that night and beyond. The men concluded their conversation
with a handshake and, eventually, a heartfelt embrace. Perhaps in a forgiving mood, Hart even called out Mr. McMahon, who nonetheless did not
emerge to join the two in the ring.
Backstage, Josh Mathews asks Vince McMahon why he didn`t come to the ring and Vince says he was in a meeting and will call Bret Hart out
himself later tonight.
Maryse defeated Brie Bella. In the wake of a serious leg injury that will have Melina out for several months, WWE has arranged a Divas
Championship Tournament to determine a new champion. The first round witnessed Maryse facing off against Brie Bella, who was accompanied by
her twin sister, Nikki. Just as it appeared the conceited Canadian had gained an advantage, Nikki switched places with her weary sister.
After a futile attempt to alert the referee, the beautiful blond took matters into her own lethal hands and finished Nikki off herself to
prevail and move to the next round.
MVP defeated Mark Henry, Carlito and Jack Swagger. United States Champion The Miz loves to be seen and, unfortunately, heard. Which may
explain why he sat in on commentary to watch the Fatal Four Way Match featuring MVP, Mark Henry, Carlito and Jack Swagger to determine the
No. 1 contender for the U.S. Title. When the dust, and Miz’s mouth, finally settled, Montel Vontavious Porter emerged victorious among the
field and will face the self-proclaimed “Awesome” Superstar for the championship.
Backstage, Chris Jericho tells Big Show that he is going to see Bret Hart because he has an offer Bret just can`t refuse.
Backstge, Chris Jericho asks Bret Hart to referee his match against DX tonight and then Bret can screw Shawn Michaels, getting back at Shawn.
Bret says he wants peace and doesn`t want to be like Jericho and tells Jericho to win on his own.
Backstage, Triple H and Hornswoggle look at the new line of WWE action figures by Mattel. Santino Marella enters made up as Chris Jericho and
says there is a conspiracy against him and Jesse Ventura is investigating. Hornswoggle goes after Santino.
Unified Tag Team Champions DX defeated Chris Jericho & Big Show. Chris Jericho had his chances. The SmackDown Superstar and his partner, Big
Show, held the Unified Tag Team Championships for months, which allowed Jericho to appear on all WWE brands, including Raw. Last month,
however, Jeri-Show dropped the titles to Triple H & Shawn Michaels. Ever since, the arrogant Superstar has done everything in his power to
recapture the titles, which would once again allow him to launch his petty attacks on Raw. Jericho’s whining, however, simply wasn’t enough.
When Jeri-Show teamed up against DX, The Game and HBK, with a little help from Hornswoggle, managed to overcome their opponents and bid
Jericho a gleeful goodbye.
Backstage, Randy Orton tells Vince that he`ll kick Bret Hart in the head if Vince gives him number 30 as an entrant in the Royal Rumble.
Vince says after what Randy did to his family that he won`t do anything for Randy Orton.
Backstage, Rhodes & DiBiase confront their mentor and told him that if he lost his match against Kofi Kingston, he would be booted from the
group and they would beat the hell out of him.
Mike Tyson to serve as special guest host next week. A man comfortable with destroying opponents inside a ring, Mike Tyson, will act as
special guest host of Raw next week. This won’t be the first time the boxing legend has joined Raw, and this time is sure to be just as
memorable.
WWE Champion Sheamus defeated Evan Bourne. Sheamus continued his frightening reign. After retaining his title last week against John Cena, the
WWE Champion came crowing. After bragging that he is now the best there is and the best there will ever be, Sheamus was confronted by a
courageous Evan Bourne, who stepped forth to challenge him. While the high-flyer demonstrated that speed and agility can stagger a giant, The
Celtic Warrior managed to hinder and hobble Bourne, persisting on his path of ruin.
Jerry Lawler and Michael Cole announce that "Dr. Death" Steve Williams died last week because of throat cancer.
Williams was 49. A photo of Dr. Death is shown. 1960 - 2009.
Randy Orton defeated Kofi Kingston. Last Monday, Randy Orton gave his Legacy charges, Cody Rhodes & Ted DiBiase, an ultimatum: Win your match
or be barred from the group. This week, the Legacy ringleader was forced to choke down a spoonful of his own medicine. With Rhodes & DiBiase
looking on at ringside, The Viper clashed with Kingston in a rivalry that has boiled over several times in the past. On this occasion, though,
Orton would prevail, perhaps in part due to a bit of unexpected incentive.
Mr. McMahon betrays Bret Hart. Closure. If Bret Hart’s appearance on Monday Night Raw could be summed up in one world, that’s it. The former
five-time WWE Champion and WWE Hall of Famer seemed determined to bring perspective and resolution to the controversial events of the past,
most glaringly the infamous “Montreal Screwjob.” Like a leery mountain lion guarding his pride, Mr. McMahon invited Hart into the ring. While
the two proud men initially reacted defensively, trading cold words and icy glares, their distrust eventually began to thaw. The Chairman even
announced that Hart’s father, famous trainer Stu Hart, would be inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame this spring. After the two had shaken hands
and raised their arms in a triumphant truce, however, Mr. McMahon reverted back to form, hitting the WWE Hall of Famer with a low blow that
left him in a fetal position in the center of the ring.
MATCHES:
- DIVAS CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT -
Maryse
defeated
Brie Bella
- NUMBER 1 CONTENDER`S MATCH -
( FATAL FOUR WAY )
Montel Vontavious Porter
defeated
Mark Henry, Carlito Colon & Jack Swagger
" UNIFIED TAG TEAM CHAMPIONSHIP "
Unified Tag Team Champions
"Degeneration X"
Shawn Michaels & Triple H
defeated
"Jeri-Show"
Chris Jericho & The Big Show
- NON TITLE MATCH -
WWE Champion
Sheamus
defeated
Evan Bourne
Randy Orton
defeated
Kofi Kingston
Air Time: 2:08:00
Run Time: 1:39:00
RAW
#868
1-11-10 LIVE
Target Center
Minneapolis, Minnesota
MIKE TYSON HOSTS RAW
As professional boxing’s former Undisputed Heavyweight Champion of the World, Mike Tyson enjoyed a reputation for delivering the knockout
punch in no time flat. As special guest host of Raw, however, the “Baddest Man on the Planet” held off until the final round to deliver a
shocking KO to the WWE Universe – and especially Chris Jericho.
Tyson arranged Triple Threat Match to determine WWE Title No. 1 contender. It takes a brave soul – or a foolish one – to interrupt Mike Tyson.
As Raw’s special guest host, Tyson greeted the WWE Universe when WWE Champion Sheamus cut him off and questioned his toughness. Before the
two could settle their differences, however, a trio of Superstars injected themselves into the conversation in an effort to prove that they
should get an opportunity at the WWE Title. After Randy Orton, John Cena and Kofi Kingston pleaded their respective cases, The Celtic Warrior
argued that he should be excused from having to defend his title at the Royal Rumble. Tyson wasn’t having it. Instead, the boxing legend
arranged a Triple Threat Match between the three with the winner earning No. 1 contender status.
Alicia Fox defeated Kelly Kelly. With Melina forced to vacate the Divas Championship due to a serious leg injury, the first round of the Divas
Championship Tournament continued. This week, two leggy lovelies, Alicia Fox and Kelly Kelly, competed to advance in the eight-Diva tourney.
When the pixie dust cleared, it was Alicia whose aggression proved too much for Kelly Kelly as she notched the win. Alicia now joins Maryse
and Gail Kim in the second round.
"Legacy" Cody Rhodes & Ted Dibiase Jr. defeated Mark Henry & Evan Bourne. They seemed the perfect competitive complement: Mark Henry’s
powerful yin to Evan Bourne’s high-flying yang. Yet even this potent pairing couldn’t overcome The Legacy’s Cody Rhodes & Ted DiBiase.
With all four Superstars among the 30 participants in this year’s Royal Rumble, each seemed eager to prove themselves and gain momentum
in the run up to the Rumble. Rhodes & DiBiase, though, along with Legacy ringleader Randy Orton, appear to have found their groove recently,
making it exceedingly difficult to throw them off track.
Backstage, Shawn tells Triple H. he wants to make peace with Mike Tyson. Triple H says that Tyson is insane.
Backstage, Mike Tyson agrees to team with Chris Jericho against Unified Tag Team Champions DX. It's been a long time since Mike Tyson has fought inside a ring,
but all that changed on Raw! The boxing legend agreed to team with Chris Jericho against DX in his first-ever WWE match. Adding to the
intrigue, Tyson and DX’s Shawn Michaels have a sordid history, including when the boxer acted as referee and betrayed HBK at WrestleMania XIV,
delivering a quick count to allow “Stone Cold” Steve Austin to win. Tyson tells Shawn Michaels he enjoyed knocking him out at Wrestlemania XIV
and would like to do it again.
Santino Marella defeated Jack Swagger. What’s a-matter you, Jack Swagger? The former star collegiate wrestler issued an
“All-American American” challenge to the entire Raw roster, daring anyone to throw him over the top rope. Braving the bruiser,
Santino Marella took up the gauntlet and, in an odd twist of circumstances, pulled off the feat when Swagger tried to heave
The Italian Stallion over the top rope and tumbled himself.
Randy Orton defeated John Cena and Kofi Kingston in a Triple Threat Match. Enemy of my enemy is my friend. By that logic, John Cena and Kofi
Kingston should be the best of buds. After all, each has had major issues with the arrogant Randy Orton. When the three met in a Triple Threat
Match to determine the No. 1 contender to the WWE Title against Sheamus at Royal Rumble, however, it was Orton who emerged victorious. Not
that he did it alone. The Viper prevailed with a distraction, compliments of his Legacy henchmen, Cody Rhodes & Ted DiBiase. While the
alliance had been teetering, the trio seems to have solidified their partnership in the past two weeks.
Backstage, Josh Mathews interviews Mike Tyson. Hornswoggle enters and Tyson tells Hornswoggle he`d like to pull his brains out through his
nose and use his intestines for a jump rope.
M.V.P. confronted United States Champion The Miz. When M.V.P. triumphed in a Fatal Four Way Match and earned an opportunity at the United
States Championship, The Miz sat ringside extolling his superiority. When he came face to face with that same Superstar, though, Miz instead
tried to level him with a cheap shot. The Franchise Playa wasn’t fazed and flipped the script on the U.S. Champ, attacking and sending the
former reality TV star scurrying from the ring.
Eve defeated Katie Lee Burchill. Check your brackets – we’re down to the final four. In the Divas Championship Tournament, Eve advanced to
the second round with a win over new Raw recruit Katie Lee Burchill, who, along with her brother Paul, had been banished from ECW. Eve next
faces off against Maryse while Gail Kim battles Alicia Fox.
Backstage, Carlito tries coming on to Gail Kim who gives him the cold shoulder.
CLOSURE
Mr. McMahon addressed the Bret Hart issue.
It seemed too good to be true at the time.
After 12 years of hostilities, Mr. McMahon and Bret Hart had appeared to reconcile last week
before The Chairman turned on the “Hit Man” and dropped him with a Judas kick.
Addressing his actions tonight, Mr. McMahon said that he’d been waiting 12 years to exact revenge
for Hart spitting on and punching him in 1997 - and that Hart will never again be in WWE.
Shawn Michaels issued WrestleMania rematch challenge to Undertaker. He may have won the Match of the Year Award going away for his bout with
The Undertaker at last year’s WrestleMania, but that isn’t good enough for Shawn Michaels. While he won accolades and awards, he failed to
win the match and stop the Deadman’s 17-0 WrestleMania winning streak. Which is why The Showstopper officially challenged The Phenom to a
rematch at WrestleMania XXVI in Phoenix.
Unified Tag Team Champions DX defeated Chris Jericho & Mike Tyson. In his first-ever WWE match, boxing great Mike Tyson played a little
rope-a-dope with his partner Chris Jericho. Earlier in the evening, Tyson had agreed to team with Jericho against Unified Tag Team Champions
DX. If Jericho had won, he would be legally allowed to appear on all WWE brand shows. Unfortunately for Jericho, this isn’t WrestleMania XIV.
It was then that Tyson turned his back on Michaels and helped “Stone Cold” Steve Austin win, even ripping up his DX T-shirt after the match.
This time, Tyson instead embraced Michaels & Triple H, turning his back on his arrogant partner and knocking him out. With Jericho dazed,
Tyson’s transformation became complete when he ripped off his shirt to reveal a new DX T-shirt. He then joined DX, including Hornswoggle, for
a celebration in the middle of the ring.
MATCHES:
- DIVAS CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT MATCH -
Alicia Fox
defeated
Kelly Kelly
"Legacy"
Cody Rhodes & Ted Dibiase Jr.
defeated
Mark Henry & Evan Bourne
- OVER THE TOP ROPE CHALLENGE -
Santino Marella
defeated
Jack Swagger
- WWE CHAMPIONSHIP NUMBER 1 CONTENDERS MATCH -
( TRIPLE THREAT )
Randy Orton
defeated
John Cena & Kofi Kingston
- DIVAS CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT MATCH -
Eve Torres
defeated
Katie Lee Burchill
- NON TITLE MATCH -
Unified Tag Team Champions
"Degeneration X"
Shawn Michaels & Triple H
with Mike Tyson
defeated
Chris Jericho
Air Time: 2:08:00
Run Time: 1:43:00
RAW
#869
1-18-10 LIVE
Thompson-Boling Arena
Knoxville, Tennessee
DON JOHNSON & JON HEDER HOST RAW
In the new comedy When In Rome, starring Raw’s special guest co-hosts Jon Heder and Don Johnson, a woman finds herself engulfed by an over
abundance of affection from her suitors. Unlike the premise of their movie, though, Heder and Johnson found themselves surrounded by anything
but love as Raw Superstars turned on one another in the lead up to the Royal Rumble.
World Heavyweight Champion The Undertaker confronted Mr. McMahon and Shawn Michaels. Watching Bret Hart’s return to WWE after a 12-year
absence, many of those watching shared the “Hit Man’s” sense of relief and forgiveness. Then, after Mr. McMahon appeared to make amends with
his longtime nemesis, it was difficult not to also feel the sting of betrayal when The Chairman kicked Hart and left him writhing on the
canvas. Mr. McMahon did not apologize for his actions. On the contrary, he dug his heels in even farther. After stating last week that Hart
would never again be seen in WWE, The Chairman insisted that Hart deserved such rough treatment. One man who felt Hart’s pain acutely emerged
to not only confront Mr. McMahon for his questionable actions, but also to meet head-on with a longtime nemesis of his own. World Heavyweight
Champion The Undertaker appeared on Raw and bluntly put The Chairman in his place, even calling his actions cowardly. As Mr. McMahon slipped
out of the ring, The Deadman went on to address Shawn Michaels’ question: Will Undertaker battle HBK again in a rematch of their legendary
WrestleMania bout? The answer, sadly for WWE Universe members, was an emphatic “no.” The Phenom may have denied HBK, but Michaels realized
that his ticket could be stamped were he to win the Royal Rumble, in which case he could choose the World Championship for which he would
like to compete.
WWE Champion Sheamus defeated Evan Bourne. WWE Champion Sheamus continues to punctuate his matches with exclamation points of pain. This
week, The Celtic Warrior once again faced Evan Bourne, who wanted a rematch after losing to Sheamus two weeks ago. The match took on an
ominous undercurrent as Randy Orton, who will challenge Sheamus in a title match at Royal Rumble, observed from outside the ring.
Unfortunately for Bourne, the Irishman seemed intent on sending a message as he destroyed his opponent for the victory and cast an
intensely defiant glare at The Viper.
Backstage, Shawn Michaels and Triple H meet up with Don Johnson who is looking for Jon Heder.
Triple H says it`s no big deal if he doesn`t show as Don can host the show alone.
Mark Henry defeated Jack Swagger in an “All-American American” Challenge. Things are getting a tad embarrassing for Jack Swagger. For the
second week running, the former collegiate All-Star wrestler issued an “All-American American” Challenge, in which the winner is the
Superstar who tosses his opponent over the top rope. After losing the challenge to Santino Marella last Monday, Swagger had his hands
full against Santino’s substitute, Mark Henry. The World’s Strongest Man successfully heaved Swagger over the top rope and into a state
of uncontrollable frustration.
Guest co-host Jon Heder arranged Unified Tag Team Champions DX vs. United States Champion The Miz & Big Show. Like his most infamous
character, Napoleon Dynamite, actor Jon Heder probably got picked on growing up. After all, what type of damaged personality would willingly
choose to pair up United States Champion The Miz with Big Show? While the actor and his co-host, Don Johnson, addressed the Knoxville
faithful, Heder even arranged a main event match: Miz & Big Show vs. Unified Tag Team Champions DX.
John Cena & Kofi Kingston defeated Legacy. Revenge seems almost too good for Cody Rhodes & Ted DiBiase. During last week’s Triple Threat
Match to determine the No. 1 contender to the WWE Title, The Legacy duo stuck their noses in the match, causing their ringleader Randy Orton
to prevail over John Cena and Kofi Kingston. This week, it was payback time. Cena paired with Kofi against Rhodes & DiBiase, and the two
seemed to relish taking out their frustrations on the underhanded henchmen. While The Legacy are certainly a force to contend with in the
ring, a miscue between the multi-generation Superstars allowed Cena & Kofi to capitalize and earn the “W.”
Backstage, after a rather abrupt negotiation, compliments of Hornswoggle and Triple H, Miz & Show agreed to make the bout a
Six-Man Tag Team Match featuring DX & Hornswoggle against Miz, Show & Jon Heder!
Gail Kim & Eve defeated Alicia Fox & Maryse. And then there were four. In the Divas Championship Tournament, the matchups include Eve versus
Maryse and Gail Kim versus Alicia Fox. This week, however, the WWE Universe got to witness Gail Kim & Eve take on Alicia Fox & Maryse. As
their tag partners looked on intently, Eve overcame the leggy onslaught of Alicia with a submission move to gain a bit of momentum heading
into the tournament semi-finals.
Backstage, Jon Heder is scared to wrestle. Big Show and The Miz assure him they will handle the match.
Backstage, Triple H tells Vince that he always has to have the last word, such as with Bret Hart.
Triple H says that if you don`t call out the Undertaker you will be viewed as a coward.
Randy Orton defeated Chris Masters. Turn about is fair play. And since Randy Orton looked on as WWE Champion Sheamus battled Evan Bourne
earlier in the night, it seemed only fitting for The Celtic Warrior to look on as The Viper clashed with Chris Masters. The No. 1 contender
for the Irishman’s title managed to best Masters’ size and strength for the win. That’s when he realized how determined his Royal Rumble
opponent can be. Sheamus climbed into the ring and nailed The Viper’s face with his massive boot, leaving Orton motionless on the canvas.
Psych stars James Roday and Dule Hill act as special guest hosts next week. Fellow USA Network stars James Roday and Dule Hill, from the hit
series Psych, will put their special powers on display next week when the pair drops by Raw as special guest hosts.
Unified Tag Team Champions DX & Hornswoggle defeated United States Champion The Miz, Big Show & Jon Heder. Jon Heder has demonstrated his
unique ability as an actor. As a wrestler, not so much. The When in Rome star teamed with the newly formed squad of United States Champion The
Miz & Big Show to take on Unified Tag Team Champions DX & Hornswoggle. While Miz & Show assured Heder he’d be just fine in their hands, when
The World’s Largest Athlete ended up outside the ring in pain, the actor was forced to enter the ring, where he suffered a humiliating loss
and had to have his co-star, Don Johnson, escort him out. Before the celebration kicked off, though, John Cena grabbed a mic and informed the
match participants that it will be he who proves to be the last man standing at Royal Rumble. As to be expected, Big Show, Triple H and Shawn
Michaels each took exception. So much so, in fact, that DX proceeded to toss Show and Cena over the top rope and outside the ring. And then,
in a shocking show of independence, The Game heaved his own partner HBK over the top rope, telling him that the WWE Championship and
WrestleMania are the two things he lives for. And that he, too, will compete in the 2010 Royal Rumble Match.
MATCHES:
- NON TITLE MATCH -
WWE Champion
Sheamus
defeated
Evan Bourne
- OVER THE TOP ROPE CHALLENGE -
Mark Henry
defeated
Jack Swagger
John Cena & Kofi Kingston
defeated
"Legacy"
Cody Rhodes & Ted Dibiase Jr.
Eve Torres & Gail Kim
defeated
Maryse & Alicia Fox
Randy Orton
defeated
Chris Masters
- NON TITLE MATCH -
Unified Tag Team Champions
"Degeneration-X"
Shawn Michaels & Triple H
with Hornswoggle
defeated
The Big Show & The Miz
with Jon Heder
Air Time: 2:07:00
Run Time: 1:41:00
RAW
#870
1-25-10 LIVE
Nationwide Arena
Columbus, Ohio
DULE HILL HOSTS RAW
After his co-star on USA Network’s Psych, James Roday, was rushed to the hospital for an emergency appendectomy, actor Dule Hill was forced
to act as Raw’s sole guest host. No worries, though, since Hill more than held his own with a little guidance from John Cena, who just so
happens to guest star on Psych’s season premiere this Wednesday.
Unified Tag Team Champions DX defeated Legacy. Last week, Triple H showed Shawn Michaels the ropes – quite literally. In preparing for the
Royal Rumble, The Game tossed his longtime friend and Unified Tag Team Title partner over the top rope, making it perfectly clear: It will be
every man for himself this Sunday. Despite any tensions, the DX duo know when to put aside personal issues and get down to business, which is
precisely what happened when they faced off against The Legacy. Triple H & Michaels shut down any hope Cody Rhodes & Ted DiBiase may have had
of gaining momentum heading into Sunday.
Big Show defeated M.V.P.. United States Champion The Miz grinned through hyper-whitened teeth as he watched his new buddy, Big Show, prevail
over his rival MVP. Just as The Ballin’ Superstar prepared to tackle his redwood of an opponent, Miz hovered ringside just enough to distract
the No. 1 contender to the United States Championship. The interruption proved enough to allow The World’s Largest Athlete to chokeslam MVP
for the win.
Backstage, Legacy discusses tension among themselves. Randy Orton says only one man can win the Royal Rumble and that it will be him.
Backstage, John Cena asks Dule Hill where James Roday is. Dule tells Cena he is in the hospital.
Maryse defeated Eve Torres. If it were a beauty contest, ladies and gentlemen, it would be nearly impossible to pick a winner. Maryse and Eve,
however, were competing in a much more ferocious affair: The right to advance in the Divas Championship Tournament. Despite Eve’s best
efforts, it was the conceited Canadian who prevailed and now advances to the tourney finals, where she will face the winner of the match
between Alicia Fox and Gail Kim.
Bret Hart to return to Raw next week; WWE Champion Sheamus against John Cena tonight. They don’t come much more stubborn than Mr. McMahon.
Not only did The Chairman betray Bret Hart three weeks prior, he’s also been refusing the Hall of Famer’s return to WWE. That didn’t sit well
with various Superstars, including World Heavyweight Champion The Undertaker and Triple H. Now, add John Cena to the chorus. Cena confronted
Mr. McMahon with some forceful language that seemed to break through. In fact, a furious Chairman stated that he would see Hart on Raw next
week! Oh, and to punish Cena, he also arranged a contest pitting him against WWE Champion Sheamus, although, frankly, Cena appeared to relish
the idea of a rematch.
Kofi Kingston defeated United States Champion The Miz in a Non-Title Match. United States Champion The Miz should know by now, you mess with
MVP, The Franchise Playa is honor bound to mess back. That’s precisely what went down when Miz battled Kofi Kingston in a non-title match
after Kofi was personally selected by special guest host Dule Hill for the task. As the match drove on, Montel paid a visit, similar to the
U.S. Champ’s interruption during MVP’s earlier match against Big Show. This time, it was Miz who dropped the bout to his opponent, Kofi.
Dule and carlito visit the production truck. Dule randomly has a match made between Carlito and Kelly Kelly.
Carlito Colon vs Kelly Kelly ended in a No Contest. After a bit of mix up, compliments of special guest host Dule Hill, Carlito found himself
preparing to face Kelly Kelly. Instead, Santino Marella insisted on taking her place, hoping to redeem himself after watching the Best of Raw
2009 DVD, in which he embarrasses himself a lot. As the Italian Stallion made it to the ring, though, Jack Swagger charged and proceeded to
destroy him. You see, for the past two weeks, Swagger had issued an “All-American American” Challenge, daring anyone on the roster to toss
him over the top rope. Well, first Santino obliged him in a shocking turn of events, then the Italian enlisted Mark Henry to do the same.
This week, however, it was Santino who was left slack-jawed.
Backstage, Dule and John Cena talk with James Roday on the phone. Dule says he is the psychic and predicts
Alicia Fox will win her match tonight. Alicia says if she doesn`t win ?
Gail Kim defeated Alicia Fox. And then there were two. After taking the legs out from under her opponent, Alicia Fox, in the Divas
Championship Tournament, Gail Kim advanced and will now battle Maryse for the Golden Butterfly. Unfortunately for guest host Dule Hill,
things didn’t work out nearly as well. After assuring Alicia prior to the match that his psychic powers allowed him to see her winning,
Hill found himself on the receiving end of a bitter slap after the bout. Oh, yes she did!
William Shatner will act as special guest host of Raw next week. Star Trek’s William Shatner will be honored as Raw’s special guest host next
week! The longtime Capt. James T. Kirk and current host of BIO’s Shatner’s Raw Nerve talk show will take control as special guest host and
welcome Bret “Hit Man” Hart as he returns to Raw.
WWE Champion Sheamus defeated John Cena by Disqualification. Beware of snake! That’s always sage advice when Randy Orton is slithering around
the ring. During the much-anticipated clash between WWE Champion Sheamus and John Cena, The Viper nonetheless made his presence felt. The
Celtic Warrior and an intense Cena battered one another with fierce blows, until Sheamus heaved his opponent over the ropes. As Cena lie
outside the ring in pain, The Viper struck. He slithered into the ring, snuck up on Sheamus and dropped his Royal Rumble opponent with a
wicked RKO, causing a disqualification. As Orton savored the moment, he also nearly wrecked Cena, who tried to re-enter the squared circle.
Cena, however, exacted revenge on his longtime foe when he turned the tables and administered a crushing Attitude Adjustment.
MATCHES:
- NON TITLE MATCH -
Unified Tag Team Champions
"Degeneration-X"
Shawn Michaels & Triple H
defeated
"Legacy"
Cody Rhodes & Ted Dibiase Jr.
The Big Show
defeated
M.V.P.
- DIVA`S CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT -
( SEMI FINAL MATCH )
Maryse
defeated
Eve Torres
- NON TITLE MATCH -
Kofi Kingston
defeated
U.S. Champion
The Miz
Carlito Colon
vs
Kelly Kelly
did not happen
- DIVA`S CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT -
( SEMI FINAL MATCH )
Gail Kim
defeated
Alicia Fox
- NON TITLE MATCH -
WWE Champion
Sheamus
defeated
John Cena
via a disqualification
Air Time: 2:09:00
Run Time: 1:43:30
RAW
#871
2-1-10 LIVE
Sommet Center
Nashville, Tennessee
WILLIAM SHATNER HOSTS RAW
Bret Hart confronts Vince McMahon
In his role as Captain James T. Kirk of the starship Enterprise, William Shatner presided over a crew that sometimes found themselves at each
others’ throats. In his role as special guest host of Raw, the iconic actor also presided over a roster full of Superstars – and at least one
Chairman – with enough personal vendettas to fill an entire galaxy.
Edge opens Raw; WWE Champion Sheamus confronts him. Out of commission for six months due to torn Achilles tendon, Edge’s ego simply couldn’t
wait for the soothing glow of the spotlight. Having outlasted 29 of his fellow Superstars to win the Royal Rumble Match the night before, the
SmackDown Superstar commandeered Raw to brag about his return, to boast about being in the main event at WrestleMania and, seemingly, to rail
against current WWE Champion Sheamus. The Irishman would have none of it, though. The fiery champion informed Edge that, while he was busy
nursing wounds, the landscape of WWE had changed, that The Celtic Warrior was now in command. As if to prove the point, the Irishman attacked,
but The R-Rated Superstar quickly returned fire, nailing Sheamus with a spear before beating a retreat.
John Cena defeated Cody Rhodes in an Elimination Chamber Qualifying Match. John Cena was “thisclose” to winning the Royal Rumble and earning
a spot in the main event at WrestleMania. Alas, it wasn’t meant to be. As everyone knows, though, Cena never gives up. Despite a disappointing
finish the night before, Cena faced off against Cody Rhodes in an Elimination Chamber Qualifying Match. The winner would join four others as
well as WWE Champion Sheamus in the most unforgiving structure in WWE history. Granting Cena some consolation, he managed to defeat the Legacy
henchman and qualify for Raw’s main event bout at WWE Elimination Chamber.
Backstage, Josh interviews Vince who says he doubts Bret Hart will even show up tonight. The Vince encounters William Shatner who is a
Canadian and says he hopes Bret embarasses Vince tonight.
Triple H defeated Jack Swagger in an Elimination Chamber Qualifying Match. A word to the engineers of this year’s Elimination Chamber: You may
want to tighten the bolts. After facing off against Jack Swagger and winning the night’s second qualifying match, Triple H will join his
equally colossal Raw Superstars, WWE Champion Sheamus and John Cena, in the structure later this month.
William Shatner speaks the qwords to some of the WWE entrance themes. A CD will be released with Shatner singing WWE entrance themes.
Backstage, Shawn Michaels is bummed out about not winning the Rumble match last night and not having a chance to defeat The Undertaker
at Wrestlemania. Triple H tells Shawn he`s got to get over it.
Randy Orton defeated Shawn Michaels in an Elimination Chamber Qualifying Match. With one clear path to The Undertaker denied, Shawn Michaels
hoped to take the road less traveled by first prevailing in the evening’s third Elimination Chamber Qualifying Match. Unfortunately for him,
Randy Orton was acting as toll collector. Combating an obsessive yearning for a WrestleMania rematch with the World Heavyweight Champion, HBK
came up short against The Viper, who was undoubtedly still steaming over his loss to WWE Champion Sheamus the night before.
A quick view inside Tootsie`s Orchid Lounge in Nashville.
Backstage, Ted Dibiase Jr. apologizes to Randy Orton for what happened last night. Orton says nothing and walks away mad.
Ted DiBiase Jr. defeated Mark Henry in an Elimination Chamber Qualifying Match. Hoping to follow The Legacy’s ringleader, Randy Orton, into
the Elimination Chamber, Ted DiBiase scored a huge victory when he defeated Mark Henry in a qualifying match. After being subjected to The
Viper’s tirade the night before, DiBiase wasn’t about to slip up. This time, the multi-generation Superstar overcame The World’s Strongest
Man to become the fourth entrant to qualify for the WWE Championship Elimination Chamber Match.
In Memory of Jack Brisco 1941-2010. A look back at Jack Brisco, who passed away recently.
Backstage, Kelly Kelly and Gail Kim encounter Maryse who says she wants to act like adults between herself and Gail,
and not to act like Michelle McCool and Layla did towards Mickie James.
Guest host William Shatner arranged Unified Tag Team Triple Threat Match for next week. William Shatner: Renaissance Man. The iconic thespian
wears many hats in his life, and, in WWE, he slipped easily into his role as “Raw Match Negotiator.” When United States Champion The Miz & The
Big Show whined about wanting to face DX for the Unified Tag Team Titles, they were not alone. CM Punk & Luke Gallows also craved an
opportunity. Therefore, the brilliance that is Shatner arranged for the three teams to battle for the titles next Monday night in a Unified
Tag Team Triple Threat Match.
Backstage, Triple H tries to reassure Shawn Michaels there are others to compete against. Shawn says not for me and walks away.
Kofi Kingston defeated The Big Show in an Elimination Chamber Qualifying Match. In a head-scratching turn of events, Big Show fumbled an
Elimination Chamber Qualifying Match to Kofi Kingston due to a disqualification. While the match appeared even on balance, the scales tipped
when Kofi attacked The World’s Largest Athlete. Show then lashed out blindly and hit the referee with a knock-out punch and was summarily
disqualified. As a result, Kofi will join WWE Champion Sheamus, John Cena, Triple H, Randy Orton and Ted DiBiase in the Elimination Chamber
Match in three weeks.
Carl Edwards, race car driver, will host next week`s Raw.
Bret Hart confronted Mr. McMahon.
It’s been nearly a month since Mr. McMahon’s most recent betrayal of Bret Hart, when he lauded the WWE Hall
of Famer just before kicking him in the gut. Tonight was payback time, or, at least it was supposed to be. While the “Hit Man” fired off a few
choice words regarding The Chairman’s character and scruples, Hart also revealed that he had a stroke eight years ago and had been confined to a wheelchair.
Mr. McMahon shot back with a few scathing words of his own. Bret snapped,
though, when The Chairman revoked the WWE Hall of Fame induction of Hart’s father and legendary trainer, Stu. That’s when the “Hit Man”
retaliated against his longtime rival. Before he could truly pummel Mr. McMahon, though, Batista charged the ring and attacked Bret.
As The Animal held Bret, Mr. McMahon berated him and, in shades of 12 years ago, actually spat on the Hall of Famer.
Bret looked as though he was actually crying. Probably because of the way he had to humiliate himself for the money Vince paid him to appear.
MATCHES:
- ELIMINATION CHAMBER QUALIFYING MATCH -
John Cena defeated Cody Rhodes
- ELIMINATION CHAMBER QUALIFYING MATCH -
Triple H defeated Jack Swagger
- ELIMINATION CHAMBER QUALIFYING MATCH -
Randy Orton defeated Shawn Michaels
- ELIMINATION CHAMBER QUALIFYING MATCH -
Ted DiBiase Jr. defeated Mark Henry
- ELIMINATION CHAMBER QUALIFYING MATCH -
Kofi Kingston defeated The Big Show
via a disqualification
Air Time: 2:12:00
Run Time: 1:44:00
RAW
#872
2-8-10 LIVE
Cajundome
Lafayette, Louisiana
CARL EDWARDS HOSTS RAW
Let the celebration continue! Just one night after the New Orleans Saints captured the NFL’s top prize in the Super Bowl, the people of
Louisiana were still in the mood to party when Raw rolled into the Cajundome. Good thing, too, since special guest host and NASCAR driver
Carl Edwards gave them plenty to celebrate.
WWE Champion Sheamus defeated ECW Champion Christian in a Non-Title Match. Should the WWE Universe just refer to Raw as STV? After all, WWE
Champion Sheamus thinks he owns the broadcast. As special guest host Carl Edwards greeted the jubilant crowd, The Celtic Warrior cut him
short and demanded to be deemed the final entrant in his WWE Championship Elimination Chamber Match. The NASCAR racer didn’t have a chance
to respond, though, before ECW Champion Christian joined the fray. Captain Charisma informed the WWE Universe that, with ECW taking a final
bow in two weeks, everyone on the extreme roster is essentially a free agent. Christian then hinted at his interest in returning to Raw and
requested a match with Sheamus. Edwards was only too happy to oblige, but Christian should be more careful for what he wishes. The Extreme
Superstar could not overcome the power and intensity of the Irishman and wound up rattled with his shoulders driven to the canvas.
Backstage, Shawn Michaels tells Triple H that he wants them to appear at Wrestlemania as a team, as DX. Triple H reminds Shawn he is in the
Elimination Chamber match. Shawn walks away saying Triple H is thinking of himself.
Footage of Batista attacking John Cena after Raw went off the air last week is shown.
Backstage, Ted Dibiasi Jr. tells Cody Rhodes he is better than him. Randy Orton enters and says we`ll see who`s better and tells Dibiase he
has to wrestle Cena tonight and that Cody will wrestle him.
U.S. Champion The Miz & Big Show defeated Unified Tag Team Champions DX and Straight Edge Society in a Triple Threat Elimination Match.
Jared "The Subway Guy" is almost inducted, against his will, into the Straightedge Society until DX enters the ring to wrestle.
Shawn Michaels’ recent career crisis appears to have DX unraveling at the seams. HBK and Triple H joined forces in an effort to retain their
Unified Tag Team Titles in a Triple Threat Elimination Match against United States Champion The Miz & Big Show and the Straight Edge Society.
Michaels, however, seemed distracted by what can only be categorized as his obsession with a WrestleMania rematch against World Heavyweight
Champion The Undertaker. After eliminating Luke Gallows, HBK focused on the remaining threat, Big Show & Miz. Rather than offer his usual
sure-handed performance, though, Michaels crumpled, allowing his opponents to surmount his offense and capture the Unified Tag Team Titles.
The new show promised on Tuesday nights is revealed as NXT, The Next Evolution. Basically the concept for the show is to showcase wrestlers
from developmental to television onto the major brands - Raw and Smackdown.
Backstage, Josh Mathews interviews The Big Show and Miz. Big Show mouths off against Chris Jericho. The Miz says, Mizshow. The Big Show says,
Showmiz, as in Showbiz.
Backstage, A frustrated Michaels confronted SmackDown General Manager Theodore Long after the bout demanding to be traded to SmackDown and included in
the World Heavyweight Championship Elimination Chamber Match. Long declined, though, explaining that the participants were already set. When
The Game asked why his distraught friend was destroying his career, Michaels told him that, as far as he was concerned, his career was already
over. For good measure, he then superkicked an unsuspecting Long.
Gail Kim defeated Jillian Hall. “Pourquoi?” That’s French for “Why?” which many in the WWE Universe must be asking themselves after Maryse’s
recent behavior. The conceited Canadian sat ringside as her WWE Elimination Chamber opponent, Gail Kim, handily tackled the challenge of
Jillian. After Gail’s victory, Maryse actually displayed a healthy dose of sportsmanship, congratulating Gail and promising that the two
will have the greatest Divas match of all time. As Gail prepares to battle for the Divas Championship, she must realize that something with
Maryse doesn’t seem right in any language.
Ted Dibiase is revealed as the first to be inducted into the 2010 WWE Hall of Fame.
Backstage, Carl Edwards and Jared, "The Subway Guy" along with Santino Marella plug for Subway`s $5 footlong. Jared gives Santino a Subway
cash card. Kofi Kingston suggests next week that the Elimination Chamber participants wrestle in singles matches. Carl agrees and Santino
says, let next week`s host name the matches and Jerry Springer is revealed as next week`s host.
Jerry Springer to act as special guest host of Raw next week. Jer-ry! Jer-ry! Jer-ry! The titular host of the raucous Jerry Springer Show
brings his, um, unique brand of television to Monday Night Raw when he takes the reins as special guest host. Trust us, you’re not going to
want to miss any of the action!
Cody Rhodes defeated Randy Orton. Cody Rhodes had to know it was coming. After his interference cost Randy Orton the WWE Championship at
Royal Rumble, Rhodes knew his comeuppance wasn’t a matter of if but when. And that question was answered abruptly when The Viper informed
his Legacy protégé that the two would face each other in a singles match. But a funny thing happened on the way to the beat-down: Rhodes
actually won. Whether planned with Rhodes’ knowledge or not, WWE Champion Sheamus distracted The Viper long enough for the Legacy henchman to
wrap up Orton for the win. The Irishman then climbed into the ring and dropped a dazed Orton with a kick to the face. As Sheamus moved in for
more, though, Rhodes actually came to the Legacy ringleader’s defense, sending Sheamus walking.
Guest host Carl Edwards arranged singles matches for Elimination Chamber participants on next week’s Raw. NASCAR driver Carl Edwards knows
that before you slam the gas pedal to the floor, you have to let the engine warm up. Perhaps that’s why, as guest host, Edwards arranged for
the six Superstars competing in the Elimination Chamber in two weeks to battle each other in singles matches before hitting terminal
velocity. As a result, next Monday night, WWE Champion Sheamus will face Randy Orton, Kofi Kingston will battle Ted DiBiase and John Cena
will clash with Triple H.
Ted DiBiase Jr. vs John Cena ended in a No Contest. Do your best not to tick off John Cena. The former WWE Champion was in no mood for games
when he entered the ring with Ted DiBiase. Who could blame the guy? Last week, after Raw went off the air, Cena helped Bret Hart to his feet
after a reprehensible attack by Mr. McMahon and Batista. As a result, Batista took exception and attacked Cena, administering a crushing
Batista Bomb onto a set of steel steps. Any lingering anger Cena felt, he channeled at least part of it at DiBiase. After hurling him outside
the ring, Cena then locked in the STFU until referees intervened. He wasn’t done there, though.
Bret Hart retaliated against Mr. McMahon. After his match, John Cena called out both Batista and Mr. McMahon, but only The Chairman showed,
accompanied by a phalanx of security. After berating Mr. McMahon regarding his actions toward Bret Hart the week before, Cena convinced The
Chairman to accept a match with the WWE Hall of Famer at WrestleMania. When Hart, who had been banned from the arena, actually showed and
retaliated against his longtime nemesis, however, Mr. McMahon retreated behind his security and canceled the bout. Needless to say,
The “Hit Man” was none too pleased and went on a tear inside the Cajundome.
MATCHES:
- NON TITLE MATCH -
WWE Champion
Sheamus
defeated
ECW Champion
Christian
" UNIFIED TAG TEAM CHAMPIONSHIP "
( THREE TEAM ELIMINATION )
"The Miz" & The Big Show
defeated
"Unified Tag Team Champions"
"Degeneration - X"
Shawn Michaels & Triple H
&
"Straight Edge Society"
C.M. Punk & Luke Gallows
becoming new Unified Tag Champs
Gail Kim
defeated
Jillian Hall
Cody Rhodes
defeated
Randy Orton
Ted DiBiase Jr.
vs
John Cena
ended in a No Contest
Air Time: 2:09:00
Run Time: 1:43:24
RAW
#873
2-15-10 LIVE
Wells Fargo Arena
Des Moines, Iowa
JERRY SPRINGER HOSTS RAW
Bret Hart Injured
"WWE Superstar`s Most Intimate Relationships Revealed"
The rowdy guests on The Jerry Springer Show are known for catching the objects of their scorn off guard and landing a painful blow or two.
As evidenced by several WWE Superstars, however, those dirty tactics aren’t confined solely to the stage of Raw’s latest special guest host,
Jerry Springer.
WWE Champion Sheamus defeated Randy Orton via a disqualification. Randy Orton would probably rather forget the last seven days. Last Monday,
he lost to one of his protégés, Cody Rhodes, after WWE Champion Sheamus distracted him. This Monday, in the first of three matches pitting
competitors from Sunday’s WWE Title Elimination Chamber Match, The Viper faced off against The Celtic Warrior. While the non-title bout
seemed to be going well, Orton’s Legacy henchmen, Rhodes & Ted DiBiase interfered. Rhodes nailed Sheamus, causing his Legacy ringleader to
lose by disqualification. As one would imagine, the aftermath was anything but pretty. A livid Viper leveled Rhodes with an RKO just before
the WWE Champion hobbled DiBiase with a pump kick. One conciliation for Orton? The Viper reacted quickly and left the Irishman immobile after
dropping him with an RKO.
After weeks of betrayal and humiliation at the hands of Mr. McMahon, Bret Hart addressed the WWE Universe.
The WWE Hall of Famer explained that he had hoped to make peace but to no avail.
He then wanted to fight The Chairman at WrestleMania to settle their differences once and for all.
Again, no dice. After several frustrations, he explained, he was leaving for good
but wanted to thank the Superstars and fans who supported him.
However, as The Excellence of Execution left the arena,
an unidentified woman accidentally smashed her car into Hart`s limosine,
pinning Bret`s left leg between her car and the limosine`s door.
Hart was immediately rushed away in an ambulance.
Mark Henry & M.V.P. defeated Unified Tag Team Champions The Big Show & The Miz in a Non-Title Match. Call it the first cloud to their silver
lining. Last week, Big Show & The Miz had plenty to celebrate when they defeated DX – and the Straight Edge Society – to capture the Unified
Tag Team Championships. Perhaps they did too much celebrating. After all, “Show-Miz,” as they’ve dubbed themselves, lost this week in a
non-title match to Mark Henry & MVP when The Franchise Playa pinned Miz, also the United States Champion.
Special guest host Jerry Springer hosted “WWE Superstar`s Most Intimate Relationships Revealed”.
As any loyal member of the WWE Universe can tell you, Superstars and Divas don’t exactly live a quiet life.
Even so, when special guest host Jerry Springer served as master of ceremonies in a segment he dubbed
“WWE Superstar`s Most Intimate Relationships Revealed,”
the scenario proved so lurid – and confusing – it was enough to make even Jerry blush.
It all started when Kelly Kelly admitted to The King of Controversy that she was pregnant.
In the process of determining who the father might be, Santino Marella, who addressed Jerry Springer as Morey Povich,
or Michael Cole, Jerry Lawler, Chris Masters, The Great Khali and even Hornswoggle stepped forth to take credit.
As if that weren’t enough, The Bella Twins confessed that Brie is really a man! Then a fight between the twins, Jery Jerry Jerry Jerry!
When Jerry had enough, the Superstars let him off the hook, admitting that they’d concocted the whole thing.
In the end, though, Mae Young stopped by to send the daytime talker off with a bang, smothering Jerry with kisses.
Ted Dibiase Jr. defeated Kofi Kingston. Ted Dibiase Jr. continues to prove he’s one tough cuss. Despite suffering a kick to the face from WWE
Champion Sheamus earlier in the night, an exhausted Dibiase managed to power through the pain to just barely overcome Kofi Kingston in the
second singles match of the night pitting competitors from this Sunday’s WWE Title Elimination Chamber Match.
2010 WWE Hall of Fame Inductee announcement: Antonio Inoki. The latest Superstar to join the WWE Hall of Fame Class of 2010 will be Antonio
Inoki, the legendary Japanese wrestler. Inoki was famous for his athleticism and strength in his homeland, where he founded New Japan Pro
Wrestling in 1972. Among his more notable opponents, Inoki battled Ric Flair as well as boxer Muhammad Ali.
Footage is shown from a black and white CCTV camera of the car smashing into Bret`s limosine.
Backstage, "Final Thought" Jerry Springer takes off with Mae Young in his arms, saying, "don`t judge me".
Batista warned John Cena of The Animal’s return to Raw next week. The tension between powerhouses Batista and John Cena hung heavy inside the
Wells Fargo Arena. It was only two weeks earlier that The Animal had attacked Cena and slammed him onto a set of steel steps. After Cena
challenged his attacker to a fight last Monday, Batista finally responded this week – via TitanTron. After Cena accused The Animal of siding
with Mr. McMahon over WWE Hall of Famer Bret Hart, Batista assured Cena that he would get his comeuppance. In fact, The Animal promised that
he will be at Raw next Monday to confront the man who called him “pathetic.”
Raw special guest hosts next week will be singer Jewel and pro rodeo cowboy Ty Murray. Hold onto your hats, WWE Universe. Next Monday night,
award-winning singer Jewel and her husband, pro rodeo cowboy Ty Murray, mosey on into Raw to take over as special guest co-hosts.
John Cena vs Triple H ended in a No Contest. The WWE Championship Elimination Chamber Match this Sunday promises to be a doozey. As if the
animosity swirling around Satan’s Structure isn’t going to be deafening enough, WWE Champion Sheamus keeps amping up the volume. In the final
singles match of the night pitting Elimination Chamber competitors against one another, John Cena faced off against Triple H. Before the two
locomotives could settle things, however, they were derailed when The Celtic Warrior burst into the ring and nailed The Game with a pump
kick. As the Irishman set up to stomp Cena likewise, his target shifted and battled back. All for naught, though, as the WWE Champion
regained his bearings and also dropped Cena with a pump kick. For good measure, The Celtic Warrior then slammed Triple H again, this time
with a crucifix bomb, before standing tall in the ring heading into this Sunday’s WWE Elimination Chamber.
MATCHES:
- NON TITLE MATCH -
"WWE Champion"
Sheamus
defeated
Randy Orton
via a disqualification
- NON TITLE MATCH -
Mark Henry & M.V.P.
defeated
"Unified Tag Team Champions"
"Shomiz"
The Big Show & "The Miz"
Ted Dibiase Jr.
defeated
Kofi Kingston
John Cena
vs
Triple H
ended in a No Contest
Air Time: 2:05:00
Run Time: 1:39:22
RAW
#874
2-22-10 LIVE
Conseco Fieldhouse
Indianapolis, Indiana
JEWEL & TY MURRAY HOST RAW
One night after WWE Elimination Chamber, special guest co-hosts, singer Jewel and her husband, pro bull rider Ty Murray, were riding high in
the saddle as they helped wrangle an ornery herd of Superstars into several WrestleMania matches.
Edge chose to face World Heavyweight Champion Chris Jericho at WrestleMania. Thought Edge might let bygones be bygones? Not bloody likely.
When newly-minted World Heavyweight Champion Chris Jericho opened Raw and began boasting about how he defeated The Undertaker and four others
in the Elimination Chamber to night before, The Rated-R Superstar could no longer take it. Edge had heard Jericho’s boasting before. While he
endured an excruciating recovery from a torn Achilles tendon, The Rated-R Superstar listened to his former tag team partner claim credit for
their championship accomplishments. Consider it payback time. After outlasting 29 opponents at the Royal Rumble, The Ultimate Opportunist had
an enviable decision to make: For which World Championship would he choose to compete at WrestleMania. Edge made his decision loud and clear
when he climbed into the ring and dropped Jericho with a spear just before proclaiming to the entire WWE Universe that he will be challenging
for the World Heavyweight Championship.
Mr. McMahon arranged WWE Champion Batista vs John Cena tonight. Robbed. There’s hardly a better word to describe what happened to John Cena
after he managed to defeat five opponents on the way to victory in the WWE Championship Elimination Chamber Match on Sunday night. The victory
was not without casualties. Former WWE Champion Sheamus suffered a concussion and Triple H sustained neck and upper back injuries during the
heated bout. As an exhausted Cena soaked in his accomplishment, The Chairman emerged a mere three minutes and 35 seconds later to inform him
that he must defend the title against Batista. After a valiant effort, Cena succumbed to The Animal and relinquished his title. Tonight, Cena
appeared hellbent on facing the new WWE Champion, but Mr. McMahon wouldn’t hear of it, insisting that The Animal will defend the title at
WrestleMania. The Chairman did, however, offer Cena a deal: If Cena could win his match tonight, he would become No. 1 contender for the WWE
Title. If he lost, Sheamus would assume that position. And who might Cena’s opponent be tonight? None other than Batista himself!
Maryse defeated Gail Kim for the Divas Championship. Last night, just moments before Maryse and Gail Kim were to settle which sexy, smart and
powerful woman would lay claim to the Divas Championship, Vickie Guerrero just had to butt in. She decided that SmackDown’s Divas weren’t
being represented enough, so she arranged a tag team match pitting Maryse & Gail against Michelle McCool & Layla. Maryse abandoned her
partner, watched her get pummeled and then circled around to punish Gail herself. All of which made for a rancorous bout tonight when Maryse
and Gail finally met to decide the Divas Championship. While Gail certainly had ample motivation, the conceited Canadian proved too difficult
to handle and netted herself the Butterfly Title.
Backstage, Jillian Hall sings and tells Jewel she`s better than her. Jewel says she`s going to agree with what Sharon Osbourne did when
she hosted Raw and slaps Jillian.
Backstage, Randy Orton tells Cody Rhodes to tell Ted Dibiase Jr. that he is really sorry. Cody doesn`t tell Ted but rather Ted asks if their
plan is still on for tonight and Cody says yes.
Kofi Kingston, Evan Bourne & Yoshi Tatsu defeated "Legacy". Things couldn’t have gone much worse for Randy Orton the night before. In his WWE
Championship Elimination Chamber Match, The Viper “accidentally” received a lead pipe to the head thanks to his Legacy henchman Ted DiBiase,
who was also in the bout. So, when The Viper struck a conciliatory tone before the match, both DiBiase and Cody Rhodes should have known
something was amiss. The three prepared to square off against Kofi Kingston, Evan Bourne and Raw’s newest member, Yoshi Tatsu – who
officially signed on from ECW – in a Six-Man Tag Team Match. Before the match could take on too ominous a feel for Orton, however, he
headed off an attack from Legacy and laid out Rhodes and RKO'd DiBiase, essentially handing his opponents the win.
The Undertaker accepted Shawn Michaels’ WrestleMania rematch challenge. Shawn Michaels found himself running out of options. He wanted
desperately to face The Undertaker again at WrestleMania, but he couldn’t figure out how to make it happen – until last night. HBK
interrupted the World Heavyweight Championship Elimination Chamber Match and superkicked The Deadman, allowing Chris Jericho to win the title.
As a result, The Undertaker confronted Michaels tonight and put his WrestleMania undefeated streak on the line by accepting HBK’s rematch
challenge … under one condition. If The Phenom wins, The Showstopper must retire!
Christian defeated Carlito in a Money in the Bank Qualifying Match. The Road to WrestleMania begins with a few steps – up a ladder. At least
that’s the case for Christian. The former ECW Champion, freshly signed with Raw, battled Carlito in a Money in the Bank Qualifying Match and
won, earning an opportunity to compete in the all-important Ladder Match at WrestleMania. The two Superstars will likely become very familiar
with one another moving forward thanks to WWE NXT, the brand-new show on Syfy Tuesday nights in which eight Superstars, NXT Pros, including
Christian and Carlito, have been chosen to mentor eight NXT rookies.
Jewel & Ty Murray host Diva Bull Riding Competition. Just when the Divas were beginning to master the mechanical bull guest hosts Jewel and
Ty Murray brought to Raw, Unified Tag Team Champions Big Show & The Miz decided to drop onto the scene like a couple of cow patties. The duo
mocked the sport and heckled the bull. Big Show failed to ride the Bull eight seconds as all of the Divas succeeded in.
Unified Tag Team Champions Big Show & The Miz defeated Mark Henry & M.V.P.. Jewel and Murray decided a little revenge was in order and put
“Sho-Miz” in a title match against Mark Henry & MVP. Unlike last week, though, The World’s Strongest Man and The Franchise Playa fell short
and dropped the match to the champions.
2010 WWE Hall of Fame Inductee announcement: Wendi Richter. One of the original Divas and a WWE Universe favorite, Wendi Richter has been
announced as the latest 2010 WWE Hall of Fame Inductee. The two-time WWE Women’s Champion will be inducted the night before WrestleMania.
Mr. McMahon invited Bret Hart back to Raw next week for a proper “farewell”. After the horrible auto accident that befell Bret Hart last
week, in which The “Hit Man” suffered injuries to his left leg, Mr. McMahon addressed the situation. The Chairman informed the crowd that
the WWE Hall of Famer was invited back next Monday night to offer the WWE Universe a proper “farewell.”
Cheech & Chong to host Monday Night Raw next week. Cheech Marin and Tommy Chong, better known as Cheech & Chong, will bring their iconic
comedy to Raw next week when they act as special guest hosts. The pair will take a break from their 2010 tour to stop into Oklahoma City and
offer some primo laughs to the WWE Universe.
John Cena defeated WWE Champion Batista by Disqualification. All of John Cena’s matches should be this easy – if less painful. Within moments
of the opening bell, his challenger, WWE Champion Batista, kicked Cena in the groin and was immediately disqualified. Per Mr. McMahon’s
earlier stipulations, the win cements Cena in a title match against The Animal at WrestleMania. Things aren’t always as easy as they appear,
though. While staggered by the blow, Cena tried to rise above and fight his tormentor. Seeing this, Batista attacked his WrestleMania rival
before attempting to leave the ring again. Again, Cena clawed his way back to his feet, and again, Batista attacked him. This time, The Animal
nailed Cena with a steel chair before, satisfied, he finally left his victim in the ring alone.
MATCHES:
"DIVAS CHAMPIONSHIP "
- CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT FINAL MATCH -
Maryse
defeated
Gail Kim
becoming New Divas Champion
Kofi Kingston, Evan Bourne & Yoshi Tatsu
defeated
"Legacy"
Randy Orton, Cody Rhodes & Ted Dibiase Jr.
- MONEY IN THE BANK QUALIFYING MATCH -
Christian
defeated
Carlito Colon
" UNIFIED TAG TEAM CHAMPIONSHIP "
"ShoMiz"
The Big Show & The Miz
defeated
Mark Henry & M.V.P.
- NON TITLE MATCH -
John Cena
defeated
WWE Champion
Batista
via a disqualification
Air Time: 2:10:00
Run Time: 1:44:16
RAW
#875
3-1-10 LIVE
Ford Center
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
CHEECH & CHONG HOST RAW
Bret Hart accepts Vince McMahon’s WrestleMania challenge
DX invoked Unified Tag Title rematch clause. Shawn Michaels appeared pretty steamed when “Mr. WrestleMania” addressed the WWE Universe
regarding his rematch with The Undertaker. HBK told the crowd inside the Ford Center that his fellow Superstars think he lost the plot when
he put his career on the line against The Deadman’s 17-0 WrestleMania streak. He even challenged anyone in the locker room who felt that way
to face him, and one man did: Triple H. Rather than belittle his DX partner, however, The Game encouraged Michaels epic undertaking, so to
speak. He even felt the two should build momentum by invoking their rematch clause for the Unified Tag Team Championship. Michaels was on
board, and so later tonight the duo will clash in a title match against champs Big Show & The Miz.
Backstage, Cheech and Chong enjoy the company of the Bella Twins. Hornswoggle enters and gives Cheech some Lucky Charms that seem to get
Cheech high?
Randy Orton defeated Ted DiBiase Jr. via a disqualification. The axis of evil is officially kaput. At WWE Elimination Chamber, when Ted
DiBiase Jr. nailed Randy Orton in the head with a lead pipe, the Legacy ringleader appeared to forgive the “accident.” When the two teamed
with Legacy henchman Cody Rhodes, however, The Viper struck, heading off a devious attack from his followers, leaving his followers motionless
both in and out of the ring. Now that all the cards are on the table, there’s no more “accidents” waiting to happen. As Orton battled DiBiase
in singles action, Rhodes shot in to help his friend and partner. The save, however, disqualified DiBiase. While The Viper momentarily
savored the victory, he found himself on his heels when his former pupils attacked him after the match. After suffering a series of boots to
the torso, Orton managed to flip the script on Rhodes & DiBiase, who fled from the ring. They'll have a chance at redemption next week when
they face off against The Viper in a 2-on-1 Handicap Match.
Outside, Bret Hart arrives in a Limo. Hart uses one crutch to aid his left broken leg.
Backstage, Chong returns to find Cheech on a sugar high? Cheech is dreaming of stroking Maria`s hair when in actuallity he is stroking
William Regal`s hair. Cheech then mistakes Chris Master`s pecs for Kelly Kelly`s! Hornswoggle then shares his Lucky Charms with Cheech and
Chong and we are led to believe they are all getting stoned on Lucky Charms?
Jack Swagger defeated Santino Marella in a Money in the Bank Qualifying Match. Jack Swagger may be full of empty boasts – remember that
whole "All-American American" Challenge fiasco? – but this time the former college wrestler made good. “The All-American American” redeemed
himself against Santino Marella. Swagger defeated the All-Italian Italian to qualify for the Money in the Bank Ladder Match at WrestleMania,
where he will join Christian, Kane, Shelton Benjamin, Dolph Ziggler and three other Superstars.
John Cena confronted WWE Champion Batista. There was one place not to be on Monday night: Between two of the biggest, baddest Superstars WWE
has ever known. After getting popped last week with a low blow from WWE Champion Batista, John Cena called out The Animal. Accompanied by a
security detail, Batista confronted his WrestleMania rival, telling him that the security was to ensure he doesn’t decimate Cena like he did
the week before. The men traded barbs before The Animal told Cena that he attacked him because he feels cheated, cheated that it is Cena who
has become the “face of WWE.” While the two men started in WWE at the same time, Cena has emerged the more high-profile Superstar, and now
Batista was going to rectify that on The Grandest Stage of Them All, WrestleMania. The WWE Champion’s tirade left Cena in a condition he
rarely finds himself: Speechless.
Backstage, Cheech and Chong are visited by Chavo Guerrero, Carlito and Primo Colon, Katie Lea Burxchill, Yoshi Tatsu, while still eating
"Lucky Charms"?
MVP defeated Zack Ryder in a Money in the Bank Qualifying Match. Despite having his sweetheart Rosa Mendes in his corner, Long Island’s own
Zack Ryder simply couldn’t overcome the athleticism of MVP. The Ballin’ Superstar showed Ryder – one of Raw’s newest acquisitions from ECW –
exactly what the situation was when he put a stop to the Zack Attack and qualified for the Money in the Bank Match at WrestleMania. The
Franchise Playa joined Christian, Kane, Shelton Benjamin, Dolph Ziggler and Jack Swagger in the prestigious ladder joust.
Eve defeated Divas Champion Maryse, Kelly Kelly, Gail Kim, Jillian and Alicia Fox in a Diva Pajama Pillow Fight Match. Dude, it was like
something from a dream. After indulging in Hornswoggle’s “unique” cereal, special guest hosts Cheech & Chong decided it would be far out to
have a Diva Pajama Pillow Fight Match featuring Divas Champion Maryse, Eve, Kelly Kelly, Gail Kim, Jillian and Alicia Fox. Man, were they
right. With the comedic duo watching from the announcer’s table, Eve demonstrated her pillow prowess and emerged victorious after all the
feathers flew. Even Hornswoggle popped up to rain his “Lucky Charms” (supposidly spiked with dope) cereal down on the special guest hosts.
Trippy, man, trippy.
2010 WWE Hall of Fame Inductee announcement: “Mad Dog” Vachon. A true original and a member of one of wrestling’s legendary families, “Mad
Dog” Vachon has been announced as the latest inductee into the WWE Hall of Fame Class of 2010. One of the ring’s original bad boys, and the
uncle of Diva Luna Vachon, “Mad Dog” will be inducted at the Hall of Fame Ceremony the night before WrestleMania.
Bret Hart accepted Mr. McMahon’s WrestleMania challenge. Broken bones be damned! That’s how strong Bret Hart’s anger is toward Mr. McMahon.
After suffering a broken leg in an auto accident two weeks ago on Raw, the WWE Hall of Famer appeared to say a final farewell to the WWE
Universe, but The Chairman had other ideas. Instead, he provoked his longtime nemesis, hoping to get Hart to agree to a match at WrestleMania.
Knowing he’ll be at a distinct disadvantage, even with recovery time, The “Hit Man” accepted Mr. McMahon’s challenge. All of which means,
more than 12 years of hostilities will finally come to a head inside the squared circle at WrestleMania. Perhaps in preparation, The Chairman
even announced that he will face John Cena next Monday on Raw.
Next week’s special guest host, Criss Angel. Prepare to freaked, WWE Universe. Next week, the “Mindfreak” himself, Criss Angel, brings his
seriously demented sensibilities to Raw when he drops by to act as special guest host.
Unified Tag Team Champions Big Show & The Miz defeated DX. In what could possibly be their last match together, DX had hoped to exit on a
triumphant note. A couple of black and white distractions, however, left the duo seeing red. Triple H & Shawn Michaels appeared to be holding
their own against Unified Tag Team Champions Big Show & The Miz during their title match. Not surprisingly, The Undertaker would prove to be
the death of their momentum. When The Deadman appeared on the arena’s TitanTron, HBK became distracted, allowing himself to get pinned. An
enraged Michaels stormed off leaving his partner behind. That, too, would be regrettable. Alone and unwitting, The Game was ambushed by former
WWE Champion Sheamus, who clotheslined Triple H out of the ring. And, for good measure, The Celtic Warrior kicked him again over the
announcer’s table.
MATCHES:
Randy Orton
defeated
Ted DiBiase Jr.
via a disqualification
- MONEY IN THE BANK QUALIFYING MATCH -
Jack Swagger
defeated
Santino Marella
- MONEY IN THE BANK QUALIFYING MATCH -
M.V.P.
defeated
Zack Ryder
- DIVA PAJAMA PILLOW FIGHT -
Eve Torres
defeated
Maryse, Kelly Kelly, Gail Kim, Jillian Hall & Alicia Fox
" UNIFIED TAG TEAM CHAMPIONSHIP "
"ShoMiz"
The Big Show & The Miz
defeated
"Degeneration X"
Shawn Michaels & Triple H
retaining the titles
Air Time: 2:06:00
Run Time: 1:38:33
RAW
#876
3-8-10 LIVE
Rose Garden
Portland, Oregon
CRISS ANGEL HOSTS RAW
NOTE: TNA Impact moves from Thursday nights to Monday nights.
Master illusionist Criss Angel may have acted as special guest host of Monday Night Raw, but it was Mr. McMahon who employed trickery and a
host of hired hands to punish John Cena on The Road to WrestleMania.
Shawn Michaels confronted The Undertaker. In a rare Raw appearance, The Undertaker took the mic to address the WWE Universe about his upcoming
WrestleMania rematch with Shawn Michaels. The Deadman vowed that, despite HBK’s protestations, he will prevail and bury his opponent’s storied
career once and for all. For his part, HBK begged to differ. “Mr. WrestleMania” confronted his tormentor, insisting that The Undertaker’s
17-0 streak will end and that his rival knows deep inside his being that he will be defeated. HBK even proposed a new match stipulation, to
which The Deadman readily agreed: The only way either Superstar can win will be by pinfall or submission.
Eve, Kelly Kelly & Gail Kim defeated Divas Champion Maryse, Alicia Fox & Katie Lea. A week after the Diva Pajama Pillow Fight Match, the
winner of that feather-filled fracas, Eve, managed to make it two in a row when she forced Divas Champion Maryse to tap out. This week, the
gorgeous grappler teamed with Kelly Kelly & Gail Kim to tackle the challenge of the conceited Canadian, who hooked up with Alicia Fox and
Raw's newest Diva, Katie Lea.
Backstage, Criss Angel entertains the Bella Twins and Hornswoggle by swallowing and pulling a thread out of his eye.
Jillian Hall sings for Criss and he takes away her voice.
Unified Tag Team Champions Big Show & The Miz vs. John Morrison & R-Truth ended in a No Contest. Having earned their status as No. 1
contenders to the Unified Tag Team Championships, John Morrison & R-Truth dropped by Raw to battle current champions Big Show & The Miz.
The match got underway after one of The Miz’s typically bombastic rants. In response, his former tag team partner Morrison and R-Truth
double-teamed The “Cleveland Screamer” and sent him over the top rope. The SmackDown duo then punished The World’s Largest Athlete before
heading up the entrance ramp after having put “Show-Miz” squarely in their place.
Backstage, Josh Mathews interviews John Cena. Talk of Batista beating on him last week.
Backstage, Criss Angel guesses a number that William Regal wrote down.
Cody Rhodes & Ted DiBiase Jr. defeated Randy Orton. Randy Orton couldn’t wait. As his opponents in a 2-on-1 Handicap Match, Cody Rhodes & Ted
DiBiase Jr., made their way to the ring, their ringleader-turned-rival attacked, leaving the duo dazed before the bout even started. The
ambush proved reminiscent of the punishment The Viper dished out to his protégés the week prior. The Viper, however, would need more than a
surprise strike to defeat the two. DiBiase managed to pin the former mentor for an especially satisfying victory. Afterward, Rhodes joined in
the fun, also pummeling the impaired Orton with glee.
Backstage, Josh Mathews interviews Batista who talks of John Cena. Batista says Cena is paranoid and that he will not involve himself
tonight in the match with Vince McMahon and John Cena.
“Stone Cold” Steve Austin to act as Raw’s special guest host next week.
Sheamus challenged Triple H to a WrestleMania Match. The tension between Triple H and Sheamus all started when The Game effectively ended The
Celtic Warrior’s reign as WWE Champion inside of Satan’s Structure. Fitting since a clash between the two should be hell on earth for each
man. After suffering a devastating attack by Sheamus last week, Triple H declared that his nemesis would lose his first match ever at
WrestleMania – to him! Before the tension became overwhelming, the two collided both inside and outside of the ring.
Backstage, Criss Angel has Santino Marella place a knife under 1 of 4 cups while his back is turned. Angel then smashes each cup one by
one with his hand leaving the fourth cup with the knife untouched. Santino is speechless.
Evan Bourne defeated William Regal in a Money in the Bank Qualifying Match. The line-up for the Money in the Bank Ladder Match is all set.
With the inclusion of Evan Bourne, the eight-man field in the WrestleMania showdown has been established. “Air” Bourne managed to secure the
final eighth position by bombarding William Regal – as the Englishman’s NXT Rookie Skip Sheffield looked on – with his patented aerial
assault and now joins Kane, MVP, Christian, Dolph Ziggler, Shelton Benjamin, Jack Swagger and Matt Hardy to vie for the coveted Money in the
Bank briefcase.
“Stone Cold” Steve Austin to act as Raw’s special guest host next week. Quick, somebody hide the beer! “Stone Cold” Steve Austin returns to
Raw next week as special guest host. Not only will The Texas Rattlesnake preside over the contract signing between Mr. McMahon and Bret Hart,
he’s even announced that next Monday will be WrestleMania Rewind night, featuring rematches from years past including John Cena vs. Big Show,
Shawn Michaels vs. Chris Jericho and Triple H vs. Randy Orton.
Mr. McMahon defeated John Cena in a No Disqualification Handicap Gauntlet Match. It took deception, dishonesty and, oh, about five or so
Superstars, but Mr. McMahon finally managed to beat John Cena. The Chairman, hoping to prove a point to his WrestleMania rival Bret Hart, had
arranged a match between himself and Cena. Perhaps realizing the odds stacked against him, Mr. McMahon changed the rules of engagement,
setting up a Gauntlet-Style bout. Cena’s first hurdle was Vladimir Kozlov followed by Intercontinental Champion Drew McIntyre, Jack Swagger
and a conflicted Mark Henry. When none of these Superstars managed to wear down Cena enough, The Chairman stipulated that the bout was now a
No Disqualification Match. After failing to enlist The World’s Strongest Man to nail Cena with the ring bell, WWE Champion Batista entered
the fray and laid out Henry. Before The Chairman could clock Cena with the bell, though, Kofi Kingston ran out for the save. Batista seemed
prepared as he attacked Kingston and even battled Cena at that point. With Cena incapacitated, his WrestleMania foe took advantage and Batista
Bombed the exhausted Superstar in the ring. Mr. McMahon then quickly pinned him for the win.
MATCHES:
Eve Torres, Kelly Kelly & Gail Kim
defeated
Maryse, Alicia Fox & Katie Lea Burchill
- NON TITLE MATCH -
Unified Tag Team Champions
"Shomiz"
The Big Show & The Miz
vs
John Morrison & R-Truth
ended in a No Contest
- 2 ON 1 HANDICAP MATCH -
Cody Rhodes & Ted DiBiase Jr.
defeated
Randy Orton
- MONEY IN THE BANK QUALIFYING MATCH -
Evan Bourne
defeated
William Regal
- NO DQ HANDICAP GAUNTLET MATCH -
Vince McMahon,
Vladimir Kozlov, Drew McIntyre,
Jack Swagger, Mark Henry & Dave Batista
defeated
John Cena
Air Time: 2:05:00
Run Time: 1:57:40
RAW
#877
3-15-10 LIVE
San Diego Sports Arena
San Diego, California
STEVE AUSTIN HOSTS RAW
Bret Hart vs Vince McMahon Contract Signing
When the most popular Superstar in WWE history returns to guest host Monday Night Raw, certain rules apply. First, that Superstar should
behave in a manner befitting WWE’s image. Secondly, that Superstar should speak in respectful tones. And lastly, that Superstar should
demonstrate sufficient reverence to their former employer. As “Stone Cold” Steve Austin demonstrated, however, when The Texas Rattlesnake
is that Superstar, no rules apply!
“Stone Cold” Steve Austin opened the show. In his capacity as Raw’s special guest host, “Stone Cold” Steve Austin let the WWE Universe know
just how jubilant he felt being back inside a WWE ring. The Texas Rattlesnake also described how special WrestleMania is, alluding to why he
decided to arrange a series of WrestleMania Rewind matches for the night and why he would oversee the contract signing for the Bret Hart vs.
Mr. McMahon WrestleMania match.
Unified Tag Team Champion Big Show defeated John Cena. In the first WrestleMania Rewind Match of the night, John Cena faced off against Big
Show, his opponent from WrestleMania XX. While the two powerhouses exchanged sturdy blows, it was Cena who finally seemed to best The World’s
Largest Athlete as he prepared to slam Show with an Attitude Adjustment. WWE Champion Batista, who will battle Cena at this year’s
extravaganza, walked to the ring and distracted Cena enough for one half of the Unified Tag Team Champions to gain his composure before
leveling him with a knockout punch.
Evan Bourne vs. Sheamus ended in a No Contest. The match between Evan Bourne and Sheamus was over before it began. The bell hadn’t yet rung
when The Celtic Warrior drove his boot into the high flyer, and a crucifix bomb sent him spilling out of the ring. The fierce Irishman then
took to the mic and described how he intends to devastate his WrestleMania opponent, Triple H.
Backstage, Shawn Michaels asks Steve Austin if he thinks he can beat the Undertaker. Austin says he bets on the Undertaker continuing his
streak and becoming 18 and 0. Shawn exits and Jericho enters and tries to convince Austin to let him out of the match. Austin says get the
hell out of my office and go compete.
Divas Champion Maryse defeated Kelly Kelly. Perhaps Maryse’s frustration with losing two weeks in a row is beginning to take a toll. Why else
would the Divas Champion continue to attack Kelly Kelly even after handily defeating her? After the conceited Canadian secured the win in a
singles match, she set up Kelly Kelly for more punishment, but Eve and Gail Kim bolted in for the save. Just when it appeared Maryse would
receive her comeuppance from the three, SmackDown’s Women’s Champion Michelle McCool and Layla shot in to protect her. As Maryse, Michelle
and Layla snaked away, Vickie Guerrero emerged to greet them, leaving many in the WWE Universe pondering the strange alliance.
Shawn Michaels defeated World Heavyweight Champion Chris Jericho by Count-out. Chris Jericho probably thought he was being cute. Rather than
continue fighting Shawn Michaels in a rematch from their WrestleMania XIX bout, the World Heavyweight Champion instead lost by deliberately
getting himself counted out. Well, the joke was on him when his WrestleMania rival Edge decided to join the festivities. The Ultimate
Opportunist battered the World Heavyweight Champion, flipped him into the ring and hammered him with a Spear.
Backstage, Josh Mathews interviews Randy Orton. WrestleMania Match announcement: Randy Orton vs. Ted DiBiase vs. Cody Rhodes in a Triple
Threat Match. The tension that strangled the
camaraderie out of The Legacy will be on full display when Randy Orton, Ted DiBiase and Cody Rhodes clash in a Triple Threat Match at
WrestleMania. Will DiBiase and Rhodes continue to join forces against their former mentor? Or will the most important match of their young
careers bring out a selfish side?
Triple H vs. Randy Orton ended in a No Contest. With the memory of their epic main event match from last year’s 25th Anniversary of
WrestleMania still fresh, Triple H and Randy Orton took up the gauntlet one more time. The two, however, would never reach a conclusion.
Instead, their respective WrestleMania foes – Sheamus, Ted DiBiase and Cody Rhodes – interceded. The three attacked, kicking up a five-man
melee that resulted in The Game and The Viper being left motionless on the canvas.
2010 WWE Hall of Fame inductee announcement: Gorgeous George. One of WWE’s most innovative and charismatic personalities, Gorgeous George,
has been announced as the latest inductee into the WWE Hall of Fame Class of 2010. The legendary blond wrestler, whose robes were equally as
spectacular, became a cultural sensation in the 1940s and 1950s.
WWE Champion Batista defeated Kofi Kingston. Kofi Kingston has proven himself to be one of the most agile, athletic and fierce competitors in
WWE. For Batista, however, he seemed like little more than an appetizer on the way to a colossal entrée. The WWE Champion appeared to send a
message to his WrestleMania opponent, John Cena, when he punished Cena’s one-time ally and stood tall in the ring displaying his WWE Title.
Pete Rose will serve as Raw’s special guest host next week. The man many call the greatest baseball player ever, Pete Rose, will be honored
next week as Raw’s special guest host. As a man who has seen action inside of a WWE ring, the WWE Hall of Fame Inductee is sure to make
things interesting with just six days to go until WrestleMania.
“Stone Cold” Steve Austin moderated Bret Hart and Mr. McMahon’s contract signing. After inviting Mr. McMahon and his WrestleMania opponent
Bret Hart to the ring, special guest host “Stone Cold” Steve Austin did what he does best – made The Chairman squirm. Austin announced that,
under his orders, Bret Hart’s father, Stu, would be inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame Class of 2010. Austin then recalled how tough The “Hit
Man” was in their WrestleMania 13 match as his fellow WWE Hall of Famer signed the match contract. As Mr. McMahon glared across the table at
his hobbled opponent’s crutches and broken leg, he also gleefully signed his name to the document. And that’s when the trap was slowly,
sweetly revealed. As Austin departed, he implored Hart to “tell Vince.” Much to Mr. McMahon’s chagrin, The Excellence of Execution then tossed
his crutch aside, removed his cast and informed the man who had screwed him more than 12 years earlier that his leg was perfectly fine. He
also told a shocked Chairman that if he tried to back out of their match, he would sue him for every cent just before he clobbered The
Chairman with his cast. As a final verbal backhand, Hart paraphrased Mr. McMahon from 12 years ago: "Vince just screwed Vince.”
MATCHES:
- WRESTLEMANIA REWIND MATCH -
The Big Show
defeated
John Cena
Evan Bourne
vs
Sheamus
ended in a No Contest
- NON TITLE MATCH -
Divas Champion
Maryse
defeated
Kelly Kelly
- WRESTLEMANIA REWIND MATCH -
( NON TITLE )
Shawn Michaels
defeated
World Heavyweight Champion
Chris Jericho
via a Count out
- WRESTLEMANIA REWIND MATCH -
Triple H
vs
Randy Orton
ended in a No Contest
- NON TITLE MATCH -
WWE Champion
Dave Batista
defeated
Kofi Kingston
Air Time: 2:07:00
Run Time: 1:41:32
RAW
#878
3-22-10 LIVE
HP Pavilion
San Jose, California
PETE ROSE HOSTS RAW
The Road to WrestleMania ends in just six days when the WWE Universe descends upon Phoenix for the biggest event in all of entertainment.
Tonight, though, the twists, turns and dangerous curves continued to pop up along the way.
The Phenom appeared on Raw to confront Shawn Michaels; guest host Pete Rose arranged HBK vs. Kane. Shawn Michaels hasn’t been this psyched for
a match in quite some time. The 25-year veteran opened the broadcast and relayed the special feeling that’s overtaken him lately, the feeling
that he can do anything – even end The Undertaker’s 17-0 WrestleMania streak. The Deadman, however, would have his say. Interrupting Michaels
via TitanTron, The Undertaker unspooled a video of HBK’s career highlights, ending with footage of his loss to Undertaker at The 25th
Anniversary of WrestleMania. Just then, special guest host Pete Rose joined Michaels and informed him that he had the perfect way for The
Showstopper to prepare for his WrestleMania match: Battle The Undertaker’s brother, Kane, only being able to win by pinfall or submission in
what could be his final match on Raw. It also helped that The Big Red Monster had punished Rose in his previous appearances on WWE.
John Morrison defeated U.S. Champion The Miz. From the “Dirt Sheet” to a dirty shame, the friendship between John Morrison and his former
partner The Miz has devolved into a bitter, ugly rivalry. With their respective partners – R-Truth and Big Show – looking on ringside,
Morrison and Miz countered each other’s moves as only intimates can. In the end, however, Morrison defeated his former partner in singles
competition. Will his momentum stick when the teams meet in their title match in Phoenix?
Backstage, Triple H tells Randy Orton not to mess with him tonight. Randy says, you still have to make it to Wrestlemania.
Kofi Kingston defeated Vladimir Kozlov in a Money in the Bank Qualifying Match. Two men, one spot. With the Money in the Bank briefcase
dangling above the ring, Kofi Kingston and Vladimir Kozlov clashed to secure the tenth and final spot in the grueling Ladder Match. Scouting
one of his opponents, Jack Swagger, who has already qualified, observed from the announcer’s table. “The All-American American” watched
intently as The Dreadlock Dynamo overcame Kozlov’s size and strength advantage to become the final participant in WrestleMania’s Money in the
Bank Match.
Stu Hart to be inducted into the 2010 Hall of Fame.
Sheamus, Cody Rhodes & Ted DiBiase defeated Triple H & Randy Orton in a 3-on-2 Handicap Match. There hasn’t been this much animosity between
partners since Tiger Woods’ last marriage counseling session. Triple H was forced to team with his despised enemy, Randy Orton, when the two
faced off against their respective WrestleMania opponents, Sheamus as well as Cody Rhodes and Ted DiBiase, in a 3-on-2 Handicap Match.
Before the bout, Rhodes and DiBiase, who will face one another – along with The Viper – in a Triple Threat Match, made it clear
that their alliance had frayed somewhat. During the match, Orton nearly punished Rhodes for his seeming betrayal, but the Irishman kicked him
square in the jaw, sending him to the canvas and pinning him for the win. His WrestleMania foe was sure to send a message, though, as The
Game sent Sheamus over the top rope.
Mr. McMahon confronted Bret Hart. A powder keg of anger, resentment and frustration is set to explode inside the ring in just six days when,
after 12 long years, Bret Hart prepares to fight his nemesis Mr. McMahon. With that in mind, The “Hit Man” addressed the WWE Universe,
ensuring that he would administer one of the “worst beatings” ever to The Chairman with the Hart family in the audience to witness. Mr.
McMahon, however, came out to offer this somewhat cryptic warning: "This Sunday, One way or another, you’re screwed.”
Backstage, Pete Rose encourages Shawn Michaels.
Shawn Michaels defeated Kane. During Shawn Michaels’ match against Kane, The Phenom decided to undertake a most sinister game of
hide-and-seek. Just as HBK was busy tuning up the band on Kane, the arena lights cut out and The Deadman’s familiar gong resonated throughout.
When the ring was once again basked in light, The Undertaker had taken the place of his brother and chokeslammed Michaels. As The Showstopper
lie in pain, the lights cut out again, only this time when they flicked on, it was Kane again angling for the pin. Michaels, however, kicked
out and flipped the script on Kane. He laid him out with a swift dose of Sweet Chin Music and covered The Big Red Monster for the win,
perhaps for the last time ever on Raw.
2010 WWE Hall of Fame inductee announcement: Bob Uecker. Baseball great Pete Rose will be joined in the WWE Hall of Fame by baseball
not-so-great Bob Uecker, a ringside announcer at WrestleMania III and WrestleMania IV. The former catcher made a career out of lampooning his
mediocre playing days. He also gave many memorable announcing moments behind a WWE microphone, earning him a special place in the celebrity
wing of the WWE Hall of Fame Class of 2010.
Backstage outside of Pete Rose`s office, Edge congratulates Pete on the Shawn Michaels victory over Kane and maybe Pete`s luck has changed.
The office door opens and Kane drags Pete into the office. The door closes and we hear all hell breaking loose, with screams from Rose.
Guess Pete`s luck hasn`t changed.
Divas Champion Maryse, Women’s Champion Michelle McCool & Layla defeated Eve, Gail Kim & Beth Phoenix. When Women’s Champion Michelle McCool and
her cohort Layla darted into the ring last week to assist Diva’s Champion Maryse, the targets of their ire paid a heavy price. This week,
McCool, Layla and Maryse made their allegiance official and extracted yet another toll, this time from Gail Kim and her partners Eve & Beth
Phoenix. After McCool scored the win, she and her brazen teammates celebrated alongside SmackDown Consultant Vicki Guerrero.
Members of the cast of Hot Tub Time Machine to act as next week’s special guest hosts. Just 24 hours after WrestleMania goes off, members of
the cast of the comedy Hot Tub Time Machine will soak up the thrilling atmosphere when Raw broadcasts from Phoenix. You’re going to want to
catch all the action … and don’t forget to bring a towel!
John Cena brawled with WWE Champion Batista. In what was billed as a “Final Face-Off,” WWE Champion Batista and John Cena had an opportunity
to confront each other less than a week before clashing on The Grandest Stage of Them All. The Animal, surrounded by bodyguards, kicked off
the trash talking by describing how he’s intimidated and gotten inside the head of his opponent. Cena fired back, saying that Batista will
never keep him down, no matter what. After the WWE Champion snarled his reply, Cena had heard enough: He decimated Batista’s bodyguard detail
before trading blows with The Animal himself. WrestleMania may be six days away, but the fireworks tonight would not be contained.
MATCHES:
- NON TITLE MATCH -
John Morrison
defeated
U.S. Champion
The Miz
- MONEY IN THE BANK QUALIFYING MATCH -
Kofi Kingston
defeated
Vladimir Kozlov
- 3 ON 1 HANDICAP MATCH -
"Legacy"
Cody Rhodes & Ted DiBiase Jr.
&
Sheamus
defeated
Triple H & Randy Orton
- PINFALL OR SUBMISSION -
Shawn Michaels
defeated
Kane
Maryse, Michelle McCool & Layla
defeated
Eve Torres, Gail Kim & Beth Phoenix
Air Time: 2:09:00
Run Time: 1:46:44
RAW
#879
3-29-10 LIVE
U.S. Airways Center
Phoenix, Arizona
CORDDRY & DUKE HOST RAW
SHAWN MICHAELS` FAREWELL
The day after WrestleMania XXVI ushered in a new era. While a crop of new, exhilarating, young Superstars are being cultivated in the
hothouse of WWE, it was time for one Superstar, Shawn Michaels, to bid farewell after offering up a 25-year feast of cherished memories
and jaw-dropping moments. Thank you, Shawn Michaels.
WWE Champion John Cena confronted Batista; Jack Swagger attacked The Champ. He tried to play it cool, but Batista just couldn’t bear the
thought of losing to John Cena at WrestleMania. He pretended that dropping the WWE Title was nothin’ but a thang, but when The Champ popped
up, The Animals’ fur stood on edge. Cena prodded him to invoke his rematch clause, but Batista begged off. Instead, he took a cheap shot
before the new WWE titleholder tossed him from the ring. As Cena watched his rival storm off, Jack Swagger, who won the Money in the Bank
Ladder Match at WrestleMania and a title opportunity, ambushed him and quickly called for a referee. Before one could become available,
however, The Champ recovered, causing “The All-American American” to clutch his briefcase and beat a hasty retreat.
Christian defeated Ted DiBiase Jr. in a Legends Lumberjack Match. In honor or their new movie, the No. 1 comedy Hot Tub Time Machine, special
guest hosts Rob Corddry and Clark Duke intervened in a match between Christian and Ted DiBiase to arrange a “Back in Time” Legends Lumberjack
Match, featuring a slew of legends such as “Rowdy” Roddy Piper, Ricky Steamboat, Sgt. Slaughter, Nick Bockwinkel, Arn Anderson, Mike Rotundo,
Tony Garea, Pat Patterson and recent WWE Hall of Fame inductee, “The Million Dollar Man” Ted DiBiase. During the match, the legend
lumberjacks began to scuffle on the outside, and the distraction allowed Captain Charisma to wrap up DiBiase for the win. When The Million
Dollar Man, who was involved in the scuffle, entered the ring to console his son, the younger DiBiase rebuffed him and exited in a huff.
Backstage, Rob and Clark get into a hot tub with the Bella twins, Tiffany and Alicia Fox.
Sheamus attacked Triple H. One night after narrowly defeating The Irishman on The Grandest Stage of Them All, Triple H addressed the WWE
Universe. He wanted to make clear that he would be honoring his best friend, Shawn Michaels, after his D-Generation X cohort lost his Streak
vs. Career Match against The Undertaker the night before. As The Game opened up about his pal, Sheamus stomped down and attacked before
leaving with a satisfied smirk on his mug.
Eve, Mickie James, Beth Phoenix, Kelly Kelly & Gail Kim defeated Divas Champion Maryse, Women’s Champion Michelle McCool, Layla, Alicia Fox &
Vickie Guerrero. Pigs flew last night at WrestleMania – quite literally. You see, Official SmackDown Consultant Vickie Guerrero secured a win
for her squad when she landed a “Hog Splash” atop Kelly Kelly in a 10-Diva Tag Team Match. In the Raw rematch, however, Guerrero – alongside
Diva’s Champion Maryse, Women’s Champion Michelle McCool, Layla & Alicia Fox – was unable to save her team’s bacon. When Eve – teaming with
Mickie James, Beth Phoenix, Kelly Kelly & Gail Kim – entered the ring against Maryse, the beauty appeared unrelenting against the conceited
Canadian and forcefully pinned her in short order.
Unified Tag Team Champions The Miz & Big Show interrupted Bret Hart; The Hart Dynasty defeated Show-Miz. After an epic victory over his
nemesis, Mr. McMahon, the night before, Bret Hart decided to thank his supporters. The touching expression of gratitude, however, was spoiled
when Unified Tag Team Champion The Miz entered flapping his gums and talking smack. Yes, really! When his partner Big Show barged into the
fray, Hart’s family, The Hart Dynasty, made certain to get their kin’s back. With a little prodding, Show-Miz finally agreed to a match
against the Dynasty. Perhaps riding their high from the entire weekend, including Stu Hart’s WWE Hall of Fame induction, The Hart Dynasty lit
into their opponents. So much so, in fact, that the Unified Tag Team Champions decided to tuck tail and scram, exiting the ring and losing by
intentional count-out.
WWE Champion John Cena & Randy Orton defeated Jack Swagger & Batista. Enemy of my enemy is my friend. Even that old adage got stretched to the
breaking point when freshly-crowned WWE Champion John Cena chose Randy Orton as his partner to take on Batista & Jack Swagger. With no love
loss between The Viper and The Animal, Cena perhaps felt he was in good company. That feeling paid off when The Champ and Orton, despite an
uneasy partnership, managed to wear down their foes. Eventually, The Viper struck the new Mr. Money in the Bank with an RKO to seize the win.
Shawn Michaels offered WWE Universe his farewell address. It didn’t seem real. How could it? How could Shawn Michaels, after an unparalleled
25-year career, really be saying goodbye? After losing his Streak vs. Career Match against The Undertaker, however, that’s precisely what
happened. Emotions ran high throughout the WWE Universe as The Deadman entered the U.S. Airways Center and tipped his hat to the opponent that
came closest to ending his WrestleMania winning streak. After that show of respect, HBK entered to a standing ovation to address the crowd.
He thanked his friend Triple H, Mr. McMahon, Bret Hart, his family and the WWE Universe for the greatest ride of his life. And for the final
time, he said with tears in his eyes, “Ladies and gentlemen, The Heartbreak Kid, Shawn Michaels, has left the building.”
MATCHES:
- LEGENDS LUMBERJACK MATCH -
Christian
defeated
Ted DiBiase Jr.
- WRESTLEMANIA REMATCH -
Eve Torres, Mickie James, Beth Phoenix, Kelly Kelly & Gail Kim
defeated
Maryse, Michelle McCool, Layla, Alicia Fox & Vickie Guerrero
- NON TITLE MATCH -
"The Hart Dynasty"
David Hart Smith & Tyson Kidd
defeated
Unified Tag Team Champions
"ShoMiz"
Big Show & The Miz
via a count out
John Cena & Randy Orton
defeated
Dave Batista & Jack Swagger
Air Time: 2:12:00
Run Time: 1:45:55
RAW
#880
4-5-10 LIVE
Iwireless Center
Moline, Illinois
DAVID OTUNGA HOSTS RAW
When David “A-List” Otunga won an Eight-Man Battle Royal to earn the honor of special guest host, the NXT Rookie didn’t forget to bring his
“A” games to Monday Night Raw.
Special guest host, NXT Rookie David Otunga, arranged World Heavyweight Champion Jack Swagger vs Randy Orton and Unified Tag Team Champions
Big Show & The Miz vs. WWE Champion John Cena & Batista. Jack Swagger’s manners may be lacking, but his timing last week proved nearly
flawless. “The All-American American” cashed in his Money in the Bank contract on SmackDown in the wake of the then-World Heavyweight
Champion Chris Jericho suffering a Spear from Edge. After a mere nine seconds against Jericho, Swagger claimed his first World Heavyweight
Title. In his so-called “State of the World Heavyweight Championship Address,” Swagger took the opportunity to verbally jab WWE Champion
John Cena, who responded by challenging the chest-beating braggart to a match. Not content flying under the radar, both Randy Orton and
The Miz each demanded that they fight Swagger. Instead, Raw’s special guest host, NXT Rookie David Otunga, silenced the raucous row. Otunga,
who landed the prime hosting gig by winning an Eight-Man Battle Royal, arranged two matches for later in the evening: Swagger will take on
Randy Orton and Unified Tag Team Champions Big Show & Miz will defend their titles against The Champ and his partner … Batista!
Sheamus defeated Kofi Kingston. Sheamus continues to demonstrate his piping mad temper. After last week’s despicable clubbing of Triple H
during his farewell address to friend Shawn Michaels, The Celtic Warrior once again wielded a steel pipe, this time using it to thrash Kofi
Kingston – even when the Irishman had already prevailed in their match. Afterward, Sheamus called out Triple H, the man who defeated him at
WrestleMania. The Game, however, had learned his lesson. As Sheamus threatened to end his career, Triple H pulled out a sledgehammer and
nailed The Celtic Warrior, which sent him scrambling from the ring.
Eve won Red Carpet “Dress to Impress” Battle Royal; Eve vs. Maryse for Divas Title next week. The sexy, smart and powerful women of WWE
really are multi-talented. Not only do they know how to fill out an evening gown, they’re not too shabby at wrestling in them either. A
“Dress to Impress” Battle Royal pitted Kelly Kelly, Alicia Fox, Gail Kim, Rosa Mendes, Jillian, Katie Lea, The Bella Twins and Eve against
one other with the winner earning a Divas Championship Match next week. When the sequins finally settled, it was the gorgeous Eve who emerged
victorious and will face Maryse next week for the title.
Backstage, David Otunga mouths off about having 427 green M&Ms. Santino Marella enters and asks where the A-Team is? Where is Mr T?
Santino says, I pity the fool who says Mr. T will not be here tonight. Meanwhile, Hornswoggle digs into the bowl of M&Ms and is seen
by Otunga who tells Hornswoggle to put them back. Hornswoggle spits them back into the bowl. Santino says, I love it wwhen a plan comes
together.
Unified Tag Team Champions Big Show & The Miz defeated WWE Champion John Cena & Batista by Count-out ; David Otunga arranged Show-Miz vs Cena
& Otunga. For the sake of teamwork, John Cena & Batista appeared to try putting animosities behind them. Unfortunately, bad feelings from the
last few months came crashing to the fore. In their title match against Unified Tag Team Champions Big Show & The Miz, the WWE Champion and
The Animal simply weren’t content to let bygones be bygones. Instead, Batista left up the ramp, where his partner chased him down and began
pummeling him, prompting the tag team bout to end in a Count-out. The ending did not satisfy self-proclaimed “A-Lister” David Otunga. As a
result, the special guest host arranged a new Unified Tag Team Match: Show-Miz vs. Cena & Otunga, himself!
Ted DiBiase Jr. defeated Christian. Last week, it became apparent that all is not well in the House of DiBiase. After the Legends Lumberjack
Match that he lost to Christian, Ted DiBiase rejected a helping hand from his father, “The Million Dollar Man.” This week, the younger DiBiase
elected for a rematch, this time without his father or any WWE Legends in attendance. After berating his WWE Hall of Fame father, DiBiase
went on to overcome the challenge of Captain Charisma - and show off his father's Million Dollar Championship, which he brought with him to
the ring.
2010 WWE Draft coming April 26 on a special 3-hour Raw. Tune in to Monday Night Raw at 8 p.m. ET on April 26 for a special 3-hour event to
witness the unpredictable WWE Draft. Just one night after the Extreme Rules pay-per-view, every Superstar in the WWE Universe is subject to
the Draft, which is certain to realign the dynamic of both Raw and SmackDown.
Randy Orton defeated World Heavyweight Champion Jack Swagger in a Non-Title Match. World Heavyweight Champion Jack Swagger came up snake
eyes – again. For two weeks straight, “The All-American American” has succumbed to the coiled strike of The Viper. In a non-title contest,
the newly-minted World Heavyweight Champion failed to capitalize on his momentum from Friday Night SmackDown, while Randy Orton continues
to slither to victory.
David Hasselhoff acts as special guest host next week. The multi-talented David Hasselhoff brings his success as a singer, actor and producer
to Monday Night Raw next week when he takes over as special guest host. When it comes to “The Hoff,” there’s no telling what might happen!
Unified Tag Team Champions Big Show & The Miz defeated WWE Champion John Cena & David Otunga; Batista invoked rematch at Extreme Rules.
Special guest host David Otunga didn’t just burn a bridge tonight, he incinerated it. Having teamed himself with WWE Champion John Cena in a
title match against Unified Tag Team Champions Big Show & The Miz, the NXT Rookie turned his back on The Champ. The brazen betrayal allowed
Batista to enter the fray and attack Cena mercilessly. Following a Batista Bomb, The Animal told Cena he was invoking his rematch clause for
the WWE Championship at Extreme Rules in a Last Man Standing Match!
MATCHES:
Sheamus
defeated
Kofi Kingston
- DIVAS RED CARPET DRESS TO IMPRESS BATTLE ROYAL -
Eve Torres
defeated
Kelly Kelly, Alicia Fox, Gail Kim, Rosa Mendes,
Jillian, Katie Lea &The Bella Twins
" UNIFIED TAG TEAM CHAMPIONSHIP "
Unified Tag Team Champions
"ShoMiz"
The Big Show & The Miz
defeated
John Cena & Dave Batista
via a count out, retaining the titles
Ted DiBiase Jr.
defeated
Christian
- NON TITLE MATCH -
Randy Orton
defeated
World Heavyweight Champion
Jack Swagger
" UNIFIED TAG TEAM CHAMPIONSHIP "
Unified Tag Team Champions
"ShoMiz"
The Big Show & The Miz
defeated
John Cena & David Otunga
retaining the titles
Air Time: 2:06:00
Run Time: 1:39:20
RAW
#881
4-12-10 LIVE
O2 Arena
London, England
DAVID HASSELHOFF HOSTS RAW
As an international star beloved by fans around the world, who better than David Hasselhoff to take the reins of Raw across the pond in
London? To say he did a phenomenal job, would be like saying that Kitt from Knight Rider was a “decent ride.” Let’s face it, The Hoff went off!
Special guest host David Hasselhoff opened Raw. The Hoff is in the house! Actor, singer and producer extraordinaire David Hasselhoff was
fittingly escorted to the ring by a host of beach-worthy babes. The worldwide star greeted the audience before informing them that he had
arranged a match between the No. 1 contenders to the WWE and World Heavyweight Titles, Batista and Randy Orton respectively.
Eve defeated Divas Champion Maryse. It was like a scene out of the film Mean Girls. After all the abuse and put-downs suffered at the hands
of Divas Champion Maryse, Eve finally got her chance to shut the mouth of her conceited Canadian rival in a title match. Summoning her natural
athletic ability, Eve overcame the underhanded tactics and trash-talking to net the butterfly title and become the new Divas Champion.
Unified Tag Team Champion The Miz defeated David Hart Smith. In England, home of black pudding, jellied eels and blood sausage, even the Brits
can’t stomach The Miz. The Unified Tag Team Champion was showered with boos after proclaiming himself and partner Big Show the “greatest tag
team of all time.” Even WWE Hall of Famer Bret Hart emerged to confront The “Cleveland Screamer’s” claims before inviting out The Hart
Dynasty – Natalya, Tyson Kidd & David Hart Smith – who had defeated the champions two weeks prior. Hart proposed a match between Miz and Smith
with the stipulation that if Smith won, The Hart Dynasty would receive a Unified Tag Team Title Match at Extreme Rules. If Miz won, however,
The “Hit Man” would be forced to proclaim Show-Miz the greatest tag team of all time next week on Raw. Well, The Excellence of Execution
should prepare to eat a little crow. After a tough back-and-forth battle, it was The Miz who emerged victorious over the young Hart.
Backstage, Batista tells David Otunga to get him some coffee, which Otunga does, unwillingly. Hasselhoff then tells Otunga he`s got a
match against John Cena tonight.
Evan Bourne defeated Carlito. Carlito has always been known to have a fiery Latin temper. Tonight, however, the rotten apple appeared
exceptionally overheated. Apparently, losing quickly will do that. After the high-flying Evan “Air” Bourne disposed of his opponent in short
order, Carlito lost it and stormed out of the ring.
WWE Champion John Cena defeated David Otunga. A rookie mistake or the beginning of a brilliant career? After last week, when NXT Rookie David
Otunga betrayed WWE Champion John Cena, the fate – and sanity – of “A-List” Otunga was called into question. This week, a hint of his fate was
revealed when he faced off against The Champ. With Cena’s Extreme Rules opponent Batista looking on, the WWE Champion surmounted a couple of
Otunga’s underhanded tactics to defeat the self-proclaimed “A-List.” The Champ then called on The Animal to step into the ring. After
advancing toward the ring, Batista thought better of tangling with Cena and retreated up the entrance ramp.
Kofi Kingston defeated Sheamus by Disqualification. Sheamus continued this week to get his Irish up – way up. After announcing that he will
face off against Triple H at Extreme Rules in a Street Fight, The Celtic Warrior was interrupted by Kofi Kingston, the man he pummeled with a
steel pipe last week. Never one to back down, The Dreadlock Dynamo confronted his assailant and demanded a rematch. Just when prospects were
looking bright for Kingston, however, Sheamus nailed him with the television monitor. The transgression left Kingston down and the Irishman
disqualified. His victory, however, didn’t stop The Celtic Warrior from further punishing his opponent with a pump kick.
Backstage, Carlito tells Vladimir Kozlov that the guest hosts on Raw don`t care about wrestlers like him and Vladimir. Vladimir says next
week he will get what he wants or he will take it out on next week`s hosts, The Cast of MacGruber.
Backstage, Josh Mathews interviews Randy Orton who talks of getting Swagger`s title at Extreme Rules.
The Bellas defeated Kelly Kelly & Gail Kim and Jillian & Rosa Mendes in a Divas Baywatch Babe Triple Threat Tag Team Match. Where ever David
Hasselhoff goes, the actor brings the beach with him. As special guest host, the former Baywatch actor arranged a Divas Baywatch Babe Triple
Threat Tag Team Match featuring Kelly Kelly & Gail Kim against The Bella Twins against Jillian & Rosa Mendes with Santino serving as special
guest referee. As the former Baywatch actor watched from a lifeguard tower, the bikini-clad Divas smashed into each other like waves against
the sand. After The Bellas clinched the win, Jillian, who had gotten pinned, caused Santino to nearly swallow his lifeguard whistle. While the
Divas pleaded for Hasselhoff to administer CPR, he begged off. Instead, Hornswoggle emerged and nailed the Italian with a Tadpole Splash,
causing Santino to cough up the wedged whistle.
Randy Orton vs Batista ended in a No Contest. While Randy Orton’s and Batista’s ultimate goal is the World Heavyweight Title and WWE Title
respectively, a more immediate goal lay in their paths – namely, defeating each other. The two approached their match as a means of gaining
momentum and sending a shot across the bow of World Heavyweight Champion Jack Swagger and WWE Champion John Cena. After their match got
underway, the two veterans proved why they’ve accumulated 12 World Championships between them. Seizing a rare opening, The Viper struck The
Animal with an RKO. As it appeared Batista would succumb, Swagger interfered, attacking Orton and causing chaos inside the squared circle.
Not one to be left out, Cena also climbed through the ropes and locked in the STF on The Animal, who, after a powerhouse struggle, was
finally forced to relent and tap out.
MATCHES:
" DIVAS CHAMPIONSHIP "
Eve Torres
defeated
Maryse
becoming new Divas champion
The Miz
defeated
David Hart Smith
Evan Bourne
defeated
Carlito Colon
- NON TITLE MATCH -
WWE Champion
John Cena
defeated
David Otunga
Kofi Kingston
defeated
Sheamus
via a disqualification
- BAYWATCH BABE TRIPLE THREAT TAG TEAM MATCH -
Brie & Nikki Bella
defeated
Kelly Kelly & Gail Kim
&
Jillian Hall & Rosa Mendes
Randy Orton
vs
Dave Batista
ended in a no contest
Air Time: 2:03:00
Run Time: 1:37:04
RAW
#882
4-19-10 LIVE
Izod Center
East Rutherford, New Jersey
MACGRUBER HOSTS RAW
With a giant ash cloud hovering over Europe, thanks to an erupting volcano in Iceland, air travel has been severely restricted, causing most
of the Raw roster to find themselves grounded overseas after their European tour. With Extreme Rules less than a week away, however, WWE
found plenty of angry SmackDown Superstars just itching to blow their tops.
Straight Edge Society confronted Triple H; Rey Mysterio came to The Game’s aid. While no man is an island, Triple H certainly appeared adrift
in unfamiliar waters when he opened Raw. The Superstar explained that, unlike the remainder of the red brand’s roster, he had remained
stateside during Raw’s European tour. He explained that, due to the volcanic ash over Europe, air travel has been disrupted grounding most of
his Raw brethren across the Atlantic. The Game then went on to discuss his Street Fight against Sheamus this Sunday at Extreme Rules before
he was rudely interrupted by The Straight Edge Society, including Luke Gallows, Serena and leader CM Punk. After Punk and Triple H exchanged
words regarding Punk’s pay-per-view bout against Rey Mysterio, the preachy provocateur demanded that The King of Kings convert to Straight
Edge. Triple H didn’t take too kindly to the proselytizing, and he and The S.E.S. came to blows. That’s when Mysterio joined the fray. The
Biggest Little Man helped beat back The S.E.S. and, in a possible foreshadowing of their bout at Extreme Rules, managed to snip a lock of
Punk’s hair in the process.
Intercontinental Champion Drew McIntyre defeated Matt Hardy. A visit to his ancestral homeland of Scotland during SmackDown’s European tour
must have done Drew McIntyre more than a wee bit o’ good. The Intercontinental Champion, who has lost only to The Undertaker, retained his
winning ways by overcoming the onslaught of Matt Hardy. But how well will the Great Scot fare next week when the WWE Draft comes to Raw in a
special three-hour edition?
Lilian Garcia returns for this show as ring announcer.
From Belafast Ireland, John Cena talks about the Last Man Standing match against Batista at upcoming Extreme Rules.
Vladimir Kozlov confronted special guest host MacGruber. The Cold War may be over, but things between Russia’s Vladimir Kozlov and American
hero MacGruber were heated indeed. After a disgruntled Kozlov ripped into America, the titular character of the MacGruber film appeared on
the TitanTron. He announced a main event, featuring Rey Mysterio, Edge & Triple H taking on CM Punk, Chris Jericho & Luke Gallows and lobbed
a few verbal grenades in Kozlov’s direction. Rather than dispose of the Ruskie himself, though, MacGruber enlisted R-Truth to battle Kozlov
later in the evening. Unfortunately, MacGruber had booby-trapped the arena and, well, may have accidentally blown up his hand-picked proxy.
Backstage, Macgruber tries to exit the building as Triple h comes up behind him. Triple H notices that Macgruber has pissed his pants.
Macgruber says a good friend of his pissed his pants and that he offered to wear them until they dry out. Kane then enters and Macgruber
says here is my good friend. Triple H asks Kane if he pissed his pants and Kane says what are you talking about. Kane then says I don`t
think that`s all Macgruber did in those pants.
From Belfast Ireland, Randy Orton talks of his match for the World title against Jack Swagger at upcoming Extreme Rules.
The Undertaker defeated World Heavyweight Champion Jack Swagger in a Non-Title Match. The open challenge – always a dicey proposition. Since
he defeated both Edge and Chris Jericho in the same match last Friday, though, World Heavyweight Champion Jack Swagger must have been feeling
cocky. After addressing his Extreme Rules opponent Randy Orton, “The All-American American” issued an open challenge and almost got away with
it when no one answered. That is, until a familiar gong rang out. The Undertaker took Swagger up on his challenge and subsequently laid to
rest the young champion. Swagger is undoubtedly hoping his Extreme Rules Title Match against Orton renders a considerably different outcome.
Backstage, Chris Jericho tells C.M. Punk and Luke Gallows to follow his lead if they want to win the upcoming six man tag team match.
MacGruber & "Khaluber" defeated Vladimir Kozlov by count-out in a 2-on-1 Handicap Match. If MacGruber ever chooses you to replace him in a
match, there’s only one thing for a self-respecting Superstar to do: Run! After apparently torching his earlier replacement, R-Truth, the
Saturday Night Live character was forced to battle the Russian. Fortunately for the comedic crusader, his costar, Ryan Phillippe, intervened
with a tag team partner: "The Great Khaluber!" Dressed in MacGruber gear, a familiar looking Punjabi giant confronted Kozlov, punishing the
Muscovite and causing him to flee up the entrance ramp and lose by count-out.
Triple H, Rey Mysterio & Edge defeated CM Punk, Chris Jericho & Luke Gallows. Just six days until Extreme Rules, a battalion of the
pay-per-view’s competitors converged in a Six-Man Tag Team Match pitting Rey Mysterio, Edge & Triple H against CM Punk, Chris Jericho & Luke
Gallows. In the run-up to the highly anticipated Steel Cage Match, Edge faced down his former partner Jericho, who punished his rival by
crushing his ankle. Punk also sent Mysterio a message in the lead up to their Extreme Rules contest. The match’s conclusion, however, seemed
fitting since it was Raw Superstar Triple H who led his team to victory by pinning SmackDown’s Straight Edge spiritual guide, CM Punk.
MATCHES:
- NON TITLE MATCH -
Intercontinental Champion
Drew McIntyre
defeated
Matt Hardy
- NON TITLE MATCH -
The Undertaker
defeated
World Heavyweight Champion
Jack Swagger
- 2 ON 1 HANDICAP MATCH -
MacGruber & "Khalgruber" aka: The Great Khali
defeated
Vladimir Kozlov
via a count out
Triple H, Rey Mysterio & Edge
defeated
C.M. Punk, Chris Jericho & Luke Gallows
Air Time: 2:06:00
Run Time: 1:42:50
RAW
#883
4-26-10 LIVE
Richmond Coliseum
Richmond, Virginia
WWE DRAFT
While the outcome of Extreme Rules rattled the WWE Universe just 24 hours prior, the following night’s 2010 WWE Draft on a special three-hour
Monday Night Raw shook many of the Superstars themselves to their very core. The quake resulted when both the Raw and SmackDown rosters
competed in inter-promotional matches to determine which brand would earn a Draft pick.
Hart Dynasty defeated Unified Tag Team Champions Show-Miz. It must have been a bittersweet night for Big Show & The Miz. While Bret Hart made
good on his agreement with the Unified Tag Team Champions and proclaimed that they were “the greatest tag team of all time,” the time also
came for them to prove it. After defeating Show-Miz the night before at Extreme Rules to earn a title opportunity, The Hart Dynasty squared
off against The Mountain & The Mouth. With Natalya and The “Hit Man” looking on, Tyson Kidd & David Hart Smith toppled the duo to capture the
Unified Tag Team Titles.
Backstage, Josh Mathews interviews Jack Swagger who talks of beating Randy Orton last night. Edge enters and says he wants the title.
Michelle McCool & Layla defeated Divas Champion Eve & Maryse; Kelly Kelly drafted to SmackDown. With both the Raw and SmackDown rosters being
represented, the first Draft match of the evening fell to Divas Champion Eve & Maryse representing Raw against Michelle McCool & Layla of
SmackDown with the winning brand receiving a Draft pick. Unfortunately for the red brand, Maryse let her ego get the best of her. After
relinquishing her Divas Title to Eve a couple of weeks before, the conceited Canadian seemed more interested in fighting with her tag
partner, allowing Lay-Cool the opportunity for victory. For their first Draft pick of the evening, SmackDown acquired Kelly Kelly.
CM Punk defeated Evan Bourne; Big Show drafted to SmackDown. CM Punk, still clinging to his greasy locks, had narrowly escaped the follicular
homicide at Extreme Rules with an underhanded assist when Serena, Luke Gallows and a masked mystery man helped him defeat Rey Mysterio. During
Raw, the holier-than-thou leader employed his followers again, including the mystery man, in his fervent attempt to down Evan “Air” Bourne and
give SmackDown another pick in the Draft. For their second pick in the Draft, the blue brand selected Big Show.
Backstage, Teddy Long welcomes The Big Show to Smackdown.
WWE Champion John Cena arranged Sheamus vs Randy Orton for the No. 1 contender spot. After handing Triple H one of the worst beatings of his
storied career at Extreme Rules, Sheamus insisted that he be the No. 1 contender for the WWE Championship. Only one problem – so did
five-time former WWE Champion Randy Orton. Amidst their bickering, current titleholder John Cena intervened. The Champ arranged a match
between The Celtic Warrior and The Viper with the winner earning an opportunity at the title.
Ted DiBiase won a 10-Man Dual-Branded Battle Royal; John Morrison, R-Truth and Edge drafted to Raw. Fighting not just for their respective
brands but perhaps for themselves, SmackDown’s Rey Mysterio, Kane, R-Truth, Shad & Drew McIntyre faced off against Raw’s MVP, Mark Henry,
Ted DiBiase, Yoshi Tatsu & Santino Marella in a 10-Man Dual-Branded Battle Royal for the right to three Draft picks. When the sweat had
finally settled, it was Raw’s DiBiase who managed to earn the pin for his team. As a result, Raw picked off three of SmackDown’s finest:
John Morrison, R-Truth and Edge.
Chris Jericho defeated Christian; Kofi Kingston drafted to SmackDown. Even when Chris Jericho suffers a loss, like he did to Edge the night
before at Extreme Rules, his ego won’t let his mouth admit it. After dismissing his Steel Cage defeat, the self-important Superstar fought
Raw’s Christian for the next Draft pick. When Jericho managed the win, a visibly irate Kofi Kingston was snatched up by the blue brand and
promptly charged to the ring and leveled “Mr. Vocabulary.”
World Heavyweight Champion Jack Swagger defeated John Morrison; Christian drafted to SmackDown. Fresh off a tremendous victory at Extreme
Rules, World Heavyweight Champion Jack Swagger was chosen to face off against John Morrison to determine which brand would clinch the next
Draft pick. For the second time in a 24-hour period, “The All-American American” seized triumph from his opponent. While Swagger celebrated,
SmackDown claimed a charismatic pick: Christian.
Wayne Brady to act as special guest host of Raw next week. Next week, which Superstar will get what’s behind Door No. 3 and which Superstar
will get a Raw Deal? The WWE Universe will find out when the funnyman and host of the daytime game show Let’s Make a Deal, Wayne Brady, drops
by to take charge as special guest host of Raw.
Backstage, Ted Dibiase Jr. offers Carlito Colon and R-Truth to be his Virgil, as his father had. Carlito turns him down and R-Truth slaps him.
Hornswoggle defeated Dolph Ziggler by Count-out; Chris Jericho drafted to Raw. It must have seemed almost too easy for Dolph Ziggler,
insulting even. His platinum blondness was chosen to go face to … kneecap against Hornswoggle for the final Draft pick. Alas, the wee,
wily leprechaun outsmarted Mr. Ziggles when he kept him outside of the ring for a count-out victory. As Hornswoggle danced a little jig,
an irate Ziggler locked the sleeper hold on ‘Swoggle and sent him off to dreamland while Raw collected their bounty in the form of Chris
Jericho.
Batista defeated Sheamus and Randy Orton in a No. 1 Contender's Triple Threat Match. Enraged? Disappointed? Embarrassed? After having his
feet duct taped together by WWE Champion John Cena and losing at Extreme Rules, chances are high that Batista was feeling all three. That
may explain his motivation for interrupting prior to the match between Sheamus and Randy Orton to become No. 1 contender for the WWE Title.
The Animal growled that he deserved to be part of a No. 1 contender’s bout. While The Celtic Warrior and The Viper threw up roadblocks,
John Cena settled things, calling for a Triple Threat Match. With all the treachery, cunning and chilling power ricocheting around the
squared circle, Batista managed to redeem himself somewhat by defeating his two opponents, but only after Edge slid into the ring and
dropped The Viper with a surprise Spear, which allowed the exhausted Animal to lay an arm across Orton's chest for the three-count.
MATCHES:
" UNIFIED TAG TEAM CHAMPIONSHIP "
"The Hart Dynasty"
David Hart Smith & Tyson Kidd
defeated
"ShoMiz"
The Big Show & The Miz
becoming new Tag Team Champions
- SMACKDOWN vs RAW DRAFT PICK MATCH -
Michelle McCool & Layla defeated Eve Torres & Maryse
- SMACKDOWN vs RAW DRAFT PICK MATCH -
C.M. Punk defeated Evan Bourne
- SMACKDOWN vs RAW DRAFT PICK MATCH -
( 10 MAN DUAL BRANDED BATTLE ROYAL )
Rey Mysterio, Kane, R-Truth, Drew McIntyre & Shad Gaspard
vs
M.V.P., Mark Henry, Yoshi Tatsu, Santino Marella & Ted Dibiase Jr.
RAW`s Ted DiBiase Jr. won, earning RAW three draft picks
- SMACKDOWN vs RAW DRAFT PICK MATCH -
Chris Jericho defeated Christian
- SMACKDOWN vs RAW DRAFT PICK MATCH -
( NON TITLE )
World Heavyweight Champion Jack Swagger
defeated
John Morrison
- SMACKDOWN vs RAW DRAFT PICK MATCH -
Hornswoggle defeated Dolph Ziggler
via a count out
- NUMBER 1 CONTENDER`S MATCH -
( TRIPLE THREAT - NO D.Q. - NO COUNT OUT )
Batista defeated Sheamus & Randy Orton
Air Time: 2:06:00
Run Time: 1:42:50
RAW
#884
5-3-10 LIVE
Veterans Memorial Arena
Jacksonville, Florida
WAYNE BRADY HOSTS RAW
With an entirely new constellation of Superstar draftees moving into its orbit, the Raw roster promised to be an altered universe. As if to
punctuate that point, former SmackDown Superstar Chris Jericho devestated the Unified Tag Team Champions with the help of an unlikely ally
and Edge nearly laid waste to a former friend before feeling the pain of angry fangs.
Batista announced Beat the Clock Challenge for himself and WWE Champion John Cena. You can pretty much do everything with duct tape. As far as
Batista is concerned, however, the one thing you can’t do is win a Last Man Standing Match – at least not since WWE Champion John Cena
duct-taped his feet together at Extreme Rules. After negotiating with WWE officials, Batista arranged two Beat the Clock Challenge bouts, one
for Cena and one for himself. Whoever wins their match in the fastest time gets to choose the stipulation for their WWE Championship Match at
the upcoming Over the Limit pay-per-view. As might be expected, Sheamus took exception to Batista’s challenge and let him know in no uncertain
terms. After Batista’s unusual victory in a Triple Threat Match last week involving Sheamus and Randy Orton, who was leveled by a surprise
Spear from Edge, the Irishman vowed that he would not relent in his pursuit of the WWE Title.
Batista defeated Daniel Bryan. Rather than face Batista in a Beat the Clock Challenge, The Miz actually brought a doctor’s note excusing him
from competition. To increase his lame factor, The Cleveland Screamer then sent his NXT Rookie, Daniel Bryan, to take his place. While The
Animal may have relished the thought, Bryan put up an impressive fight, lasting 5:06 before being pinned.
Backstage, Eve Torres talks with Wayne Brady. Jillian Hall offers to sing for Brady and she is gone, as Brady pulls the curtain onher.
Maryse then attacks Eve, hitting her with the title belt.
Backstage, Josh Mathews interviews Edge who says he wants R-Rated material on his Cutting Edge show.
John Morrison defeated Ted DiBiase by Count-out; Morrison def. DiBiase in rematch. John Morrison wanted nothing more than to make a good
impression in his Raw debut. Unfortunately for him, Ted DiBiase wasn’t in the fighting mood. After suffering a few of Morrison’s high-energy
maneuvers, DiBiase agreed to be counted out. The Shaman of Sexy refused to accept the easy win and challenged DiBiase to an immediate rematch,
even promising to be his man servant were he to lose. The proposal was more than DiBiase could turn down. In his rematch, Morrison wasn’t
about to walk away empty handed. After Morrison emerged victorious, his pouty opponent then ambushed him. The underhanded attack prompted
Morrison’s pal R-Truth to charge in and chase off DiBiase.
WWE Champion John Cena defeated Wade Barrett; Sheamus attacked. Batista had arranged for WWE Champion John Cena to compete against Chris
Jericho in a Beat the Clock Challenge. After witnessing how The Miz handled his earlier scheduled match with Batista, Jericho hewed close to
that route. Instead of a doctor's note, the self-important Superstar claimed the match would be a waste of his time and recruited his NXT
Rookie Wade Barrett to tackle the challenge of The Champ. While Barrett proved a worthy competitor, Cena managed to defeat him seconds shy of
Batista’s posted time, allowing The Champ to name the championship match stipulation. Before he could, however, Sheamus thundered into the
ring and attacked, leaving Cena flat on the mat.
Maryse defeated Nikki Bella. Maryse proved once again that she must have been a nightmare in high school. Not only does she love talking
trash about her fellow Divas, she can also put them in their place if they complain. The conceited Canadian faced off against Nikki Bella and
defeated the brunette beauty as twin sister Brie looked on. After the bout, Maryse displayed photos of herself she’d had taken earlier in the
night after attacking Divas Champion Eve. Eve quickly confronted her and a referee had to ensure the two didn’t come to blows.
Mark Henry defeated Zack Ryder. Oh, that’s gotta hurt. When Zack Ryder lost his girlfriend Rosa Mendes after she was drafted to SmackDown,
The Long Island Lothario invited Gail Kim and Alicia Fox to watch him battle Primo. Sadly for Ryder, special guest host Wayne Brady slotted
Mark Henry to compete instead. The match didn’t go quite as Ryder had hoped. In fact, The World’s Strongest Man punished the cocky Superstar,
humiliating him in front of his potential lady friends.
Backstage, Jericho and The Miz talk of The Big Show punching them out. Jericho has a plan to get back at The Big Show.
Backstage, Vladimir Kozlov thanks Wayne Brady for giving him worthwhile competition. Santino Marella enters as Greg of the Brady Bunch.
William Regal enters and explains that he and Kozlov have made up and are now partners again. Goldust appears as Alice from the Brady Bunch.
Unified Tag Team Champions The Hart Dynasty defeated William Regal & Vladimir Kozlov; Chris Jericho & The Miz attacked. It didn’t take long for
Chris Jericho to make his presence felt. One week after being recruited to the red brand, the self-important Superstar teamed up with equally
egotistical Miz to attack Unified Tag Team Champions The Hart Dynasty. Raw Supplemental draftees David Hart Smith & Tyson Kidd had just
defeated William Regal & Vladimir Kozlov and were celebrating with fellow draftee Natalya when Jericho & The Miz entered the ring to make
their statement. Raw roster, you’ve been warned.
Flavor Flav to act as special guest host of Raw next week. Set your clocks – Flavor Flav brings his unique perspective to Raw next week to
act as the show’s special guest host. The famous rapper and reality show star is sure to have the WWE Universe buzzing on live TV.
Yeaaaaaaaaaa, Booooyyyyyeeeee!
Edge hosted “The Cutting Edge” with guests Wayne Brady and Randy Orton. Edge’s first order of business upon opening his talk show, “The
Cutting Edge,” was to explain why he Speared Randy Orton last week during the No. 1 Contender’s Triple Threat Match. He told the audience
that he wanted to make Raw his show, just like he had done with SmackDown. Good start. The Rated-R Superstar then introduced Raw’s special
guest host Wayne Brady, who discussed his game show Let’s Make a Deal and his new stage show in Las Vegas. Before the segment ended, Orton
interrupted. The Viper slithered into the ring and leveled Brady with an RKO. He then listened as The Ultimate Opportunist tried to talk him
into reforming their dominating partnership, Rated-RKO. When Orton appeared indifferent, Edge became irate. Tensions flared and Orton tried
to capitalize with an RKO. Edge fought him off and set up for a Spear, but The Viper quickly struck, leaving his former tag team partner on
the canvas in the wake of a vengeful RKO.
MATCHES:
- BEAT THE CLOCK CHALLENGE MATCH -
Dave Batista
defeated
Daniel Bryan
in 5:06
John Morrison
defeated
Ted DiBiase Jr.
- BEAT THE CLOCK CHALLENGE MATCH -
( NON TITLE MATCH )
WWE Champion
John Cena
defeated
Wade Barrett
with 27 seconds remaining
Maryse
defeated
Nikki Bella
Mark Henry
defeated
Zack Ryder
- NON TITLE MATCH -
Unified Tag Team Champions
"The Hart Dynasty"
David Hart Smith & Tyson Kidd
defeated
William Regal & Vladimir Kozlov
Air Time: 2:06:00
Run Time: 1:37:55
RAW
#885
5-10-10 LIVE
Mellon Arena
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
FLAVOR FLAV HOSTS RAW
“The sole advantage of power is that you can do more good.” – Baltasar Gracian. It’s a pretty solid bet that Vickie Guerrero has never heard
that quote. And while her reign as Raw’s General Manager proved mercifully brief, the ripples she caused are certain to reverberate for weeks
to come.
Randy Orton attacked singer Meat Loaf; Edge announced Vickie Guerrero as Raw GM. Randy Orton was trying to make a point. As he discussed his
distrust of Edge inside of Pittsburgh’s Mellon Arena, however, singer Meat Loaf barged in like a bat out of … well, you know. The Grammy
Award-winning artist explained that he was in town promoting his latest album “Hang Cool Teddy Bear” and is a huge fan of The Viper. Just
when Mr. Loaf prepared to belt out one of his new tunes, though, Orton leveled him with an RKO. In the commotion that followed, Edge emerged
to inform his former tag team partner that a new permanent General Manager of Raw was being installed at his behest: Vickie Guerrero.
Guerrero, who had previously been married to The Rated-R Superstar, also appeared to insist that her relationship with The Ultimate
Opportunist would not affect her decision-making. Unfortunately, her argument rang hollow when, moments later, she announced a 2-on-1
Handicap Match pitting Orton against Edge and a partner of his choosing for later in the evening as a means to reprimand The Viper.
Chris Jericho defeated David Hart Smith. When Chris Jericho was drafted to Monday nights, the self-important Superstar quickly gravitated
toward the one man whose sense of self rivals his own: United States Champion The Miz. Once aligned, the “Screaming Egos” immediately
formulated a plan to capture the Unified Tag Team Titles from The Hart Dynasty. Consider them one step closer after Jericho faced off against
David Hart Smith in singles competition. Thanks to a Jericho victory, he and Miz will now receive a Unified Tag Team Title Match at Over the
Limit.
R-Truth defeated William Regal by Disqualification. Money can’t buy everything – but it certainly helps. Unfortunately for R-Truth, that
axiom became evident during his bout against William Regal. With special guest host Flavor Flav cheering him on at ringside, Truth had Regal
on the ropes when Carlito & Primo Colon charged the ring and threw Truth a devious beat-down. As the Boriqua brothers scurried up the
entrance ramp, they were greeted by Ted DiBiase, who had offended Truth weeks earlier by proposing that he become DiBiase’s “Virgil,” a
reference to the man-servant of his father. The younger DiBiase shook hands with the Colons and indicated to a dazed Truth that, like so
many before them, they too had a price and were willing to do his bidding.
Earlier today, Maryse took Jui Jitsu lessons ending with her slapping her trainer.
Backstage, Josh Mathews interviews Randy Orton who wants Vickie Guerrero ringside during his match tonight.
Buzz Aldrin gets hit from behind with a chair by Mark Henry. Buzz Aldrin to act as special guest host in a two-hour, commercial-free
Raw next week. It’ll be one small step for man, one giant leap for the WWE Universe when famed U.S. astronaut Buzz Aldrin drops by to host
a two-hour, commercial-free edition of Monday Night Raw in Toronto.
Evan Bourne defeated Zack Ryder. Zack Ryder’s boasts continue to hold about as much water as a drained hot tub. Once again, The Long Island
Lothario brought out Alicia Fox and Gail Kim to watch him compete. And once again, Ryder came up empty. This time, Ryder lost to Evan Bourne
after Alicia tried to help him only to be stopped by Gail. After the match, a disgusted Gail left her fellow Diva to tend to Ryder and ended
up leaving with “Air” Bourne.
WWE Champion John Cena announced “I Quit” Title Match at Over the Limit. After being attacked last week by Sheamus before he could announce
the stipulations for his WWE Title Match against Batista at Over the Limit, John Cena was determined to cut to the chase. The championship
bout will be an “I Quit” Match, meaning, to win, a Superstar must punish his opponent enough to make them say, “I quit.” After the
announcement, The Champ called out The Celtic Warrior to avenge his ambush from a week earlier. As Sheamus approached the ring, The Animal
slipped in as well, and the two powerhouses double-teamed their rival. Before medical personnel were needed, Mark Henry raced to Cena’s
rescue and chased off his attackers.
Backstage, Edge convinces Vickie Guerrero to be at ringside for his match against Randy Orton tonight.
Tyson Kidd defeated United States Champion The Miz in a Non-Title Match. Unlike his opponent, Tyson Kidd let his actions do the talking. Kidd
avenged his partner’s earlier loss to Chris Jericho by defeating Jericho’s partner, United States Champion The Miz. Kidd’s win earned a title
match for one member of The Hart Dynasty next Monday night. As The Hart Dynasty – including Kidd, David Hart Smith and Natalya – celebrated,
Miz smugly informed them that the contract stipulates that were he to lose, he would get to choose which member of the Hart family he will
compete against. His decision? Next Monday night in Toronto, the United States Champion will defend his title against WWE Hall of Famer Bret
“Hit Man” Hart!
Backstage, Josh Mathews interviews Batista who says watch what I do to Mark Henry tonight.
The NXT Rookies defeated Raw Superstars in a 4-on-8 Tag Team Match. With just 24 hours remaining until one of them is eliminated from the
competition, you can be sure that all eight NXT Rookies were out to impress as they battled four Raw Superstars. In the end, Daniel Bryan,
Justin Gabriel, Heath Slater, Skip Sheffield, Wade Barrett, David “A-List” Otunga, Michael Tarver & Darren Young defeated Santino Marella,
John Morrison, Yoshi Tatsu & Goldust when Bryan managed a pin on Marella - his first win in WWE - and gained precious momentum going into
tomorrow’s elimination ceremony.
Backstage, The Bella Twins accompany Flavor Flav while Santino Marella tries to convince Vladimir Kozlov to become tag partners with him.
William Regal enters and does a rap for Flavor Flav.
Mark Henry vs Batista ended in a No Contest. Batista’s rage wouldn’t allow him to wait. Before his opponent, Mark Henry, even entered the
ring, The Animal attacked. Undoubtedly feeding off of Henry’s earlier assistance in helping WWE Champion John Cena, Batista punished The
World’s Strongest Man, making him tap out in pain. The sadistic showcase proved a clear message to The Champ: If I can make The World’s
Strongest Man tap out, I can make you say, “I quit.”
Randy Orton defeated Edge & Ted DiBiase in a 2-on-1 Handicap Match. While the odds were against him, Randy Orton somehow managed to slither
out of Pittsburgh’s Mellon Arena with a huge win. After orders from Raw’s new General Manager, Vickie Guerrero, The Viper was forced to
compete in a 2-on-1 Handicap Match against Edge and The Rated-R Superstar’s hand-picked partner, Ted DiBiase. During the bout, Orton
capitalized on a distraction from R-Truth, who gleefully watched as his tormentor DiBiase suffered the pin.
The drama continued to unfold as Orton trained his fury on Guerrero. Before he could sink his fangs into her, however, she frantically
resigned her post as Raw GM. While Vickie scampered away, Edge tried to sneak up on his former Rated-RKO partner, but WWE’s Apex Predator
turned the tables and leveled The Ultimate Opportunist with a ruinous RKO – the second in two weeks – outside of the ring.
MATCHES:
Chris Jericho
defeated
David Hart Smith
R-Truth
defeated
William Regal
via a disqualification
Evan Bourne
defeated
Zack Ryder
- NON TITLE MATCH -
Tyson Kidd
defeated
U.S. Champion
The Miz
- NXT ROOKIES vs RAW SUPERSTARS MATCH -
NXT Rookies
Daniel Bryan, Justin Gabriel, Heath Slater, Skip Sheffield,
Wade Barrett, David Otunga, Michael Tarver & Darren Young
defeated
Raw Superstars
Santino Marella, John Morrison, Yoshi Tatsu & Goldust
Mark Henry
vs
Dave Batista
ended in a no contest
- 2 ON 1 HANDICAP MATCH -
Randy Orton
defeated
Edge & Ted DiBiase Jr.
Air Time: 2:08:00
Run Time: 2:08:00
RAW
#886
5-17-10 LIVE
Air Canada Centre
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
BUZZ ALDRIN HOSTS RAW
With just six days before Over the Limit, special guest host Buzz Aldrin, one of the famed astronauts aboard the first manned mission to the
moon, blasted the WWE Universe into orbit as the special guest host on a commercial-free Raw.
Chris Jericho confronted Bret Hart. Last week, United States Champion The Miz lost to The Hart Dynasty’s Tyson Kidd and was forced to choose
a member of the Hart family he must face in a U.S. Championship Match. His choice? Bret Hart. Kicking off the broadcast, Hart explained to his
countrymen why he would not be competing. Just when it seemed he would remain firm in his decision, fellow Canadian Chris Jericho appeared to
confront him. Miz’s partner berated the WWE Hall of Famer, finally goading him into accepting the title bout with no disqualifications and no
count-outs.
WWESHOP.COM commercial with The Great Khali in a sub compact rental car and Hornswoggle in a Hummer. 15 minutes will save you 15% on WWESHOP.COM
Edge defeated Christian; The Undertaker defeated Edge. In the run-up to their match at Over the Limit, Edge and Randy Orton engaged in a Pick
Your Poison Match, in which your opponent gets to choose your competition. In the case of Edge, The Viper ripped a page from his past and
apparently chose Christian. Rather than let old alliances distract him, The Rated-R Superstar defeated his former partner with a Spear. All
done then, right? Not so fast. Orton emerged again to inform his rival that his competition would actually be … The Undertaker! While The
Ultimate Opportunist purposefully lost by count-out, Captain Charisma wrangled him back inside the ring, where The Deadman chokeslammed him.
Backstage, Maryse looks at a copy of Top Choice magazine which has Trish Stratus on the cover. Eve attacks Maryse from behind.
Special guest host Buzz Aldrin: new Raw GM announced next week. After Vickie Guerrero tried to grovel her way back into the Raw General
Manager position, she was rebuffed by special guest host Buzz Aldrin. The famed astronaut informed her that not only is her reign over, but
next week, a new Raw GM will be announced. Buzz then had the Bella Twins escort Vickie out of his office.
Mark Henry vs Batista ended in a No Contest. When Batista forced Mark Henry to tap out last week, he proved he’s got what it takes to compete
with WWE Champion John Cena in an “I Quit” Match at Over the Limit. Sadly for Henry, The Animal decided to submit more proof. As The World’s
Strongest Man approached the ring for their bout, Batista ambushed him from behind with a 2 x 4 before the opening bell. Even when he was
down, the No. 1 contender to the WWE Title continued pummeling the powerhouse. Message sent.
Ted Dibiase Jr. & R-Truth commercial.
Ted DiBiase Jr. (accompanied by Virgil) defeated Yoshi Tatsu. After a fruitless search to find a suitable “Virgil,” Ted DiBiase Jr. instead
acquired the original. The one-and-only Virgil, man-servant to DiBiase’s father, The Million Dollar Man, accompanied DiBiase to the ring
before his match against Yoshi Tatsu. After defeating the Japanese sensation, The “Fortunate Son” summoned Virgil into the ring and explained
that if his Over the Limit opponent, R-Truth, wouldn’t be his man-servant, he’d buy the original Virgil, who will now be in DiBiase’s corner
on Sunday.
Backstage, Josh Mathews attempts to interview The Miz, who pushes Josh away and mouths off as he makes his way to the ring.
Bret Hart defeated United States Champion The Miz. During the no disqualification, no count-out bout for the United States Title, it seemed
as if half of Canada had charged the ring. Before beloved Canadian Bret Hart battled The Miz, the U.S. Champion employed enforcers William
Regal and Vladimir Kozlov to watch the ring. To combat the duo, Unified Tag Team Champions The Hart Dynasty fought them off. During the melee,
Chris Jericho and Miz entered the ring and surrounded The “Hit Man.” The Hart family, however, had the back of one of their own. When Miz
attempted to lock the Sharpshooter onto Hart, The Hart Dynasty leveled the loudmouth, allowing The “Hit Man” to lock in his signature maneuver
himself for the win and championship gold.
Commercial where Santino Marella spits his drink in Jillian Hall`s face saying it tastes like goat urine.
Maryse, Women’s Champion Layla & Michelle McCool defeated The Bella Twins & Divas Champion Eve. When Divas Champion Eve retaliated against
Maryse in the women’s locker room earlier in the night, beating her tormentor for an unprovoked attack two weeks earlier, it was questionable
whether or not the conceited Canadian would compete. When the time came, though, Maryse stood alongside Women’s Champion Layla & Michelle
McCool as the three faced off against Eve & The Bella Twins. Perhaps energized by competing in her native country, Maryse rallied and pinned
Nikki Bella to capture the win for her team.
Backstage Josh Mathews interviews John Cena who talks of Sheamus and Batista. Cena says he will not quit this coming Sunday in his match
against Batista.
Randy Orton defeated Jack Swagger by Disqualification. After spooning out his poison to Edge earlier in the evening, it was time for Randy
Orton to take his medicine. In their Pick Your Poison Match, The Ultimate Opportunist chose World Heavyweight Champion Jack Swagger to battle
The Viper just six days before Over the Limit. Having defeated Orton at Extreme Rules, Swagger appeared to be a particularly shrewd choice.
The Viper, however, showed why there are never any good choices when it comes to him. His Over the Limit opponent Edge interfered in the
match, prompting a disqualification, before Orton struck “The All-American American” with an RKO. The Rated-R Superstar then hammered WWE's
Apex Predator with a Spear.
Evan Bourne & Gail Kim defeated Zack Ryder & Alicia Fox. Special guest host Buzz Aldrin, an astronaut aboard the first manned mission to the
moon, offered his thanks to the Canadian audience and their country for all the help they’ve given the U.S. space program throughout the
years. Long Island Loudmouth Zack Ryder wasn’t convinced. When Ryder questioned the veracity of the moon landing, Aldrin quickly placed him
in a match with Alicia Fox against Evan Bourne & Canadian native Gail Kim. With the Air Canada Centre cheering him on, “Air” Bourne & Kim had
little difficulty knocking Ryder & Fox back down to earth. After their victory, Bourne and Kim were joined in celebration by Aldrin.
Jon Lovitz to serve as Raw’s special guest host next week. Just 24 hours after Over the Limit, actor and comedian Jon Lovitz will try to
restore order in the aftermath when he serves as special guest host next week. Be sure to tune in when Lovitz, a Saturday Night Live alum,
brings his unique comedy to Monday Night.
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WWE Champion John Cena defeated Sheamus by Disqualification. There may have been only six days left until his title match at Over the Limit,
but WWE Champion John Cena was willing to risk injury in a fight against Sheamus. The Champ needed to set the Irishman right, so that he
wouldn’t interfere in his title match against Batista. With heightened animosity over the past several months, tempers between Cena and The
Celtic Warrior were set to boil. While the two brawny brawlers went at each other like a pair of tractor trailers playing chicken, The Animal
interrupted the ultimate collision when he popped up. He locked his Over the Limit opponent in a brutal submission hold and demanded that he
say, “I quit.” When Raw went off the air, Cena was still locked in The Animal’s clutches but had still refused to utter those two words.
MATCHES:
Edge
defeated
Christian
- PICK YOUR POISON MATCH -
The Undertaker
defeated
Edge
via a countout
Mark Henry
vs
Dave Batista
resulted in a no contest
Ted DiBiase Jr.
defeated
Yoshi Tatsu
" U.S. CHAMPIONSHIP "
Bret Hart
defeated
The Miz
becoming new U.S. Champion
Maryse, Layla & Michelle McCool
defeated
Eve Torres, Nikki & Brie Bella
- PICK YOUR POISON MATCH -
( NON TITLE )
Randy Orton
defeated
World Heavyweight Champion
Jack Swagger
via a disqualification
Evan Bourne & Gail Kim
defeated
Zack Ryder & Alicia Fox
- NON TITLE MATCH -
WWE Champion
John Cena
defeated
Sheamus
via a disqualification
Air Time: 2:05:17
Run Time: 2:05:17
RAW
#887
5-24-10 LIVE
Lucas County Arena
Toledo, Ohio
JON LOVITZ HOSTS RAW
While special guest host Jon Lovitz enjoys success as a comedian, a movie star and a former member of Saturday Night Live, the brutal
qualifying matches and one shocking departure that went down inside Toledo's Huntington Center were no laughing matter.
Bret Hart took over as new Raw GM; Fatal 4-Way qualifying matches announced; Batista quit WWE. One night after losing an “I Quit” Match to WWE
Champion John Cena at Over the Limit, Batista wasn’t in shape to do much of anything – except whine. The Superstar was helped to the ring to
complain about his loss the night before and to demand another rematch. His rant was cut short, however, by Raw’s new General Manager Bret
Hart. The WWE Hall of Famer announced a series of qualifying matches for next month’s brand new Fatal 4-Way pay-per-view, at which Cena will
defend his title in a Fatal 4-Way Match. The first qualifier announced was Batista against Randy Orton, but when The Animal refused, he
automatically forfeited the match. An enraged Batista went ballistic, screaming at Hart before finally telling the WWE Universe, “I quit!”
The Animal was then assisted from the ring and eventually from the arena.
Sheamus defeated Mark Henry in a Fatal 4-Way Qualifying Match. In the second Fatal 4-Way Qualifying Match of the evening, Mark Henry proved
why he’s earned the muscular moniker, The World’s Strongest Man. Henry appeared to be dominating his opponent, Sheamus. But, as if preparing
a hearty Irish stew, The Celtic Warrior slowly stirred the pot and eventually offering some kick at the end to pull off the win and qualify
for the WWE Championship Fatal 4-Way Match.
Backstage, Jon Lovitz talks to Vince McMahon on the phone. Maryse enters and wants to be in Lovitz`s Superstar Search contest tonight.
He turns her down.
Raw GM Bret Hart arranged John Cena vs Edge vs Chris Jericho in a Fatal 4-Way Qualifying Match. For the third and final Fatal 4-Way
Qualifying Match of the night, Raw’s new General Manager, Bret Hart, announced that the Superstars competing would be WWE Champ John Cena,
Chris Jericho and Edge in a Triple Threat Match. If either Edge or Jericho win, they will qualify, but, if Cena emerges victorious, neither
The Rated-R Superstar or Mr. Vocabulary will make the cut.
Maryse & Alicia Fox defeated Divas Champion Eve & Gail Kim. Maryse was in no mood. After failing to capture the Divas Title from Eve at Over
the Limit, the big-headed blond was steamed. She teamed with Alicia Fox against Eve & Gail Kim. Just as the Divas Champion was poised to pin
Maryse, Alicia pounced and nailed Eve while the referee was distracted. The punishment allowed the French Canadian to hit a DDT and cover Eve
for the victory.
R-Truth defeated The Miz in a United States Championship Match. Poor, Miz. He probably thought his precious United States Title had found its
way home. After all, new Raw GM Bret Hart had abdicated the championship to take on his new role and offered The Miz an opportunity to
reclaim the honor by pitting him against R-Truth in a U.S. Title Match. Sadly for “The Cleveland Screamer,” Truth was what was up when he
bested Miz to become the new U.S. Champion.
Backstage, Josh Mathews interviews John Cena who talks of last night`s I Quit match against Batista.
Special guest host Jon Lovitz conducted “WWE Superstar Search”. The movie star and Saturday Night Live alum hosted a “WWE Superstar Search.”
The search began when The Great Khali was joined by Ranjin Singh for a milk-curdling rendition of Taco’s classic hit, “Putting on the Ritz.”
Next up, before Jillian Hall could even begin her cat-trapped-in-a-kettle singing, Lovitz cut her off. For the final act, a contestant
stepped forward from the crowd with a bizarre talent that involved dislodging his eyeball. Afterward, Ted DiBiase, accompanied by Virgil,
angled to purchase the “eye-popping” orb. When Santino interfered, however, DiBiase nailed him with Dream Street and left the Italian nursing
his wounds.
Unified Tag Team Champions The Hart Dynasty defeated William Regal & Vladimir Kozlov; mystery team attacked. One night after successfully
defending their Unified Tag Team Titles, The Hart Dynasty continued their momentum by defeating the team of William Regal & Vladimir Kozlov.
After pinning the Englishman for the win, Tyson Kidd, David Hart Smith & Natalya found themselves ambushed by a mystery trio, including two
men and one woman.
Backstage, Josh Mathews asks the remaining four NXT rookies who should be eliminated tomorrow night. The majority say Heath Slater should go.
Flashback to last Tuesday night on NXT when Bryan Daniels went after Michael Cole. Cole says if Daniel Bryan doesn`t publicly apologize
tomorrow night on NXT he will sue Bryan.
Backstage, Jericho and Edge argue about who will win against John Cena tonight.
Ashton Kutcher to act as special guest host next week. Ashton Kutcher, star of the romantic comedy Killers, also starring Katherine Heigl,
will drop by next week to tackle the role of Raw’s special guest host. A longtime member of the WWE Universe, Kutcher promises to bring the
funny to Monday night.
Edge defeated WWE Champion John Cena and Chris Jericho in a Non-Title Fatal 4-Way Qualifying Match. It was a do-or-die moment for both Edge
and Chris Jericho. In their Triple Threat Fatal 4-Way Qualifying Match with John Cena, if either Edge or Jericho were to win, they would move
on to the WWE Championship Fatal 4-Way Match next month. If The Champ were to prevail, however, neither Superstar would be eligible. Knowing
how much hung in the balance, The Ultimate Opportunist seized an opening by dropping Jericho with a Spear and covering him for the victory.
As he celebrated, the night’s other qualifiers, Shemaus and Randy Orton, made their presence felt, leaving all four Fatal 4-Way competitors
staring down one another in a preview of mayhem to come.
MATCHES:
- WWE CHAMPIONSHIP FATAL 4 WAY QUALIFYING MATCH -
Randy Orton defeated Dave Batista
via a forfeit
- WWE CHAMPIONSHIP FATAL 4 WAY QUALIFYING MATCH -
Sheamus defeated Mark Henry
Maryse & Alicia Fox
defeated
Eve Torres & Gail Kim
" U.S. CHAMPIONSHIP "
R-Truth
defeated
The Miz
becoming new U.S. champion
Unified Tag Team Champions
"The Hart Dynasty"
David Hart Smith & Tyson Kidd
defeated
William Regal & Vladimir Kozlov
- WWE CHAMPIONSHIP FATAL 4 WAY QUALIFYING MATCH -
( NON TITLE )
Edge
defeated
WWE Champion John Cena & Chris Jericho
Air Time: 2:02:00
Run Time: 1:57:13
RAW
#888
5-31-10 LIVE
Frank Erwin Center
Austin, Texas
ASHTON KUTCHER HOSTS RAW
While the WWE Universe saluted the men and women of the armed forces on Memorial Day, it was special guest host Ashton Kutcher who ordered
the Raw Superstars into combat with one another in front of a capacity crowd. Atten-shun!
Edge attacked Evan Bourne; Randy Orton RKO’d Edge. Patience may be a virtue, but Edge has never shown himself to be a particularly virtuous
man. Before the Memorial Day broadcast even began, Edge just couldn’t wait to run his mouth. The Rated-R Superstar’s pre-show rant was
derailed by Evan Bourne, who challenged him to put his position in the WWE Championship Match at Fatal 4-Way in jeopardy. Edge appeared
less than interested and attacked the high-flyer. While Bourne nearly toppled The Ultimate Opportunist, Edge proved too cunning and grounded
the young Superstar with a Spear. As the show began, a cocksure Edge picked up where he’d left off, describing how much smarter he is than
his Fatal 4-Way opponents, WWE Champion John Cena, Randy Orton and Sheamus. His overconfident outburst fizzled, however, when The Viper
confronted him. After Edge dismissed his rival as suffering a shoulder injury, Orton made it perfectly clear he is 100 percent by dropping
The Rated-R Superstar with an RKO.
Backstage, Ashton Kutcher puts a hit out on Zack Ryder. The Miz is to wrestle Daniel Bryan tonight.
United States Champion R-Truth defeated Chris Jericho. They appear to be men heading in opposite directions. Riding a wave of momentum,
newly-minted United States Champion R-Truth faced a Superstar who seems to have wiped out lately, Chris Jericho. True to recent form, Truth
displayed flashes of brilliance as he topped the self-important Superstar in a non-title bout.
Backstage, Zack Ryder accusses Bret Hart of conspiring against him and putting the hit out on him.
Santino Marella & Divas Champion Eve defeated William Regal & Maryse. Santino Marella got one step closer in his quest to convince Vladimir
Kozlov to team with him. When the spicy Italian teamed with Divas Champion Eve against William Regal & Maryse, Kozlov looked on from ringside.
Perhaps motivated by a hollow promise made by Santino that Eve would sleep with him, The Moscow Mauler head-butted Regal. The Englishman
dropped like a sack of crumpets, and a stunned Santino quickly covered him for the win.
Raw General Manager Bret Hart arranged Raw Viewer's Choice Night for next Monday. Despite a financial offer from Ted DiBiase, Raw General
Manager Bret Hart refused to relinquish the reins of power for next week’s Raw. Instead, at the suggestion of special guest host Ashton
Kutcher, next week “Hit Man” will allow the WWE Universe to voice their opinions on WWE.com by choosing the matches, stipulations and
opponents they want to see compete during the first-ever, three-hour Raw Viewer's Choice Night, featuring Superstars from both Raw and
SmackDown. Even the WWE Hall of Famer’s longtime nemesis, Mr. McMahon, dropped by to congratulate Hart on his new role and to offer his
seeming support for the idea.
Edge attacked Randy Orton prior to their Tag Team Match. Still seething from an RKO suffered earlier in the evening, Edge retaliated against
Randy Orton. In the locker room area, The Ultimate Opportunist waited to pounce on The Viper, ramming a heavy door into his previously
injured shoulder prior to their main event tag team match, scheduled to feature WWE Champion John Cena & Orton against Edge & Sheamus.
Daniel Bryan defeated The Miz. The student has become the master. In a stunning turn of events, former NXT Rookie Daniel Bryan defeated his
NXT Pro, The Miz after securing a one-night contract from special guest host Ashton Kutcher. The relationship between Daniel Bryan and Miz
began as a contentious one and continued to erode from there. After his dismissal from NXT, the indy circuit sensation has been outspoken,
attacking announcer Michael Cole and challenging his supposed mentor to a match. Daniel Bryan backed up his passionate words with a pin on
the former United States and Unified Tag Team Champion. After the bout, a frustrated Miz attacked Daniel Bryan, tossing him from the ring. As
the melee approached the announce table, though, the former NXT Rookie flipped the script and sent Miz careening over the table right into
Cole.
The Usos introduced themselves to the WWE Universe. Last week, after The Hart Dynasty defeated William Regal & Vladimir Kozlov, three mystery
attackers struck them and left Tyson Kidd, David Hart Smith and Natalya down. This week, it was mystery solved. The three introduced
themselves to the WWE Universe as the Uso brothers, descendants of the Samoan Anoa’i family, and Tamina, the daughter of Jimmy “Superfly”
Snuka. While the three spoke, The Hart Dynasty interrupted to exact their revenge after Raw GM Bret Hart informed them that he had signed the
Usos & Tamina to Raw and challenged them to retaliate. Unfortunately for the “first family of sports-entertainment,” the Usos and Tamina
countered the attack and, just as they’d done the previous week, the three hit top rope splashes on the pink and black trio.
Alicia Fox executed a “hit” on Zack Ryder. Thanks to special guest host Ashton Kutcher, who stars in the action-comedy Killers, Zack Ryder
was growing a little paranoid. Throughout the week, The Long Island Loudmouth had trashed the movie star on Twitter, where Kutcher has more
than 5 million followers, and was worried after Kutcher put a “hit” out on him. After a series of false alarms from Superstars like Jerry
Lawler, The Great Khali and Goldust, Ryder felt the sting of betrayal when his “lady friend” Alicia Fox leveled him with an unexpected scissor
kick.
Cast of The A-Team to host Raw next Monday. We love it when a plan comes together. And next Monday, the cast of The A-Team will bring
together all the elements needed to offer a gangbuster night of Raw. The crack team of commandoes will host during Raw Viewer's Choice
Night, during which viewers will be able to log onto WWE.com next Monday to choose the matches, stipulations and opponents they want to
see compete during the first-ever, three-hour event, featuring Superstars from both Raw and SmackDown.
WWE Champion John Cena & Evan Bourne defeated Edge & Sheamus. Edge thinks he just sooooo clever. The Ultimate Opportunist thought he had
outsmarted his tag team opponents, WWE Champion John Cena & Randy Orton, by hammering The Viper’s shoulder in an ambush prior to the match.
Instead of forfeit, The Champ chose a new partner, Evan Bourne, to team with him against Edge & Sheamus. As anyone who’s ever faced Bourne
knows, his athleticism and fearlessness make him an unpredictable foe. Once in the match, the intrepid Bourne refused to give up, kicking out
of several near pinfalls. When Bourne was able to contact his partner, The Champ rushed in and targeted his Irish antagonist. After a powerful
back and forth, Cena tossed Sheamus from atop his shoulders and tagged in "Air" Bourne, who landed a devastating Shooting Star Press and
covered the Irishman for the victory.
MATCHES:
- NON TITLE MATCH -
U.S. Champion
R-Truth
defeated
Chris Jericho
Santino Marella & Eve Torres
defeated
William Regal & Maryse
Daniel Bryan
defeated
The Miz
John Cena & Evan Bourne
defeated
Edge & Sheamus
Air Time: 2:04:00
Run Time: 1:41:00
RAW
#889
6-7-10 LIVE
American Airlines Arena
Miami, Florida
THE A-TEAM HOST RAW
Viewer`s Choice
"Mean" Gene Okerlund appears
The WWE Universe took the reins of Monday Night Raw for the first-ever Viewer’s Choice Night, choosing the matches and stipulations by voting
on WWE.com. Hosted by the cast of The A-Team, this three-hour, co-branded event was created by and for the WWE Universe, loaded with surprise
match-ups that reignited old rivalries between both Raw and SmackDown Superstars while creating entirely new ones in the process.
Raw GM Bret “Hit Man” Hart and SmackDown GM Theodore Long announce a special match: Randy Orton vs Edge. SmackDown General Manager Theodore
Long joined Raw General Manager Bret “Hit Man” Hart to kick off the revolutionary first-ever Raw Viewer’s Choice Night. Before the GMs could
announce the first of the evening’s Viewer’s Choice match-ups, however, Randy Orton, his right arm in a sling after Edge slammed it into a
door last week to worsen his prior injury, had some choice words of his own. The Viper demanded a match with The Rated-R Superstar later on
in the night. Although Hart and Long had mixed feelings about allowing Orton to compete in spite of his injury, they ultimately decided –
with a little encouragement from members of the WWE Universe at the American Airlines Arena in Miami – that the two Superstars would collide
under one condition: Edge must face Orton with one arm tied behind his back.
The Big Show defeated Chris Jericho in a Viewer's Choice Body Slam Challenge. Formerly Unified Tag Team Champions, Big Show and Chris Jericho
just haven’t been seeing eye-to-eye since their falling out following the 2010 WWE Draft. Therefore, nearly 49 percent of the WWE Universe
decided that the Superstars once known collectively as “Jeri-Show” would compete in a Body Slam Challenge. In a true example of brawn over
bravado, The World’s Largest Athlete not only body slammed Jericho, but also made him submit before throwing him over the top rope,
effectively satisfying all three Viewer’s Choice options.
Unified Tag Team Champions The Hart Dynasty defeated The Great Khali & Hornswoggle in a Viewer's Choice Tag Team Match. Ever since they
captured the Unified Tag Team Championship, the pink-and-white clad team of David Hart Smith & Tyson Kidd has had just about every tag team
in WWE seeing red. Though still reeling after the Usos assaulted them twice in as many weeks, Hart & Kidd emerged victorious over unlikely
team of The Great Khali & Hornswoggle (who sized up 52 percent of the vote) after Kidd scored a pinfall on his diminutive opponent. The Usos
cut The Hart Dynasty’s victory celebration short, but this time, Kidd, Hart and Natalya were able to fend off their ferocious attackers.
Backstage, Jerry Lawler asks the A-Team to find who stole his crown.
Backstage, The Bella Twins meet the A-Team.
Vladimir Kozlov defeated Santino Marella in a Viewer’s Choice Dance-off. Santino Marella has fruitlessly tried to recruit The Soviet Cyborg as
his tag team partner over the past several weeks, but the WWE Universe finally gave Raw’s resident odd couple the chance to hash out their
differences on Viewer’s Choice Night. Thankfully for Santino, he did not need to face the 6-foot-8, 302-pound Moscow-born monster in singles
competition. Rather, Raw viewers decided the two would compete in a dance-off, which received a whopping 84 percent of the vote. Displaying
some unnbelievably fancy footwork, Kozlov out-danced Santino before knocking down his opponent after the competition.
Maryse won a Viewer’s Choice Divas Battle Royal. At the request of 73 percent of the WWE Universe, 12 smart, sexy and powerful WWE Divas
participated in an explosive Divas Battle Royal. After evading early elimination by The Bella Twins, conceited Canadian Maryse spent most of
the match taking out her frustrations on Eve, eliminating the reigning Divas Champion with Jillian's help before tossing the vocally
challenged Diva out of the ring to win the contest.
Backstage, Kane questions Sheamus about the attack on his brother, The Undertaker.
Kane defeated Sheamus in a Viewer's Choice Match. Sheamus’ Irish eyes are locked on John Cena’s WWE Championship, and, no, they’re not
smiling. But before The Celtic Warrior faces off against Cena, Randy Orton and Edge at Fatal 4-Way on June 20, the WWE Universe decided that
he must first get through Kane unscathed. The Big Red Machine won the Viewer's Choice decision by a wide margin, capturing 88 percent of the
vote. Suspecting that his opponent might somehow be responsible for incapacitating his brother, The Undertaker, Kane unloaded on Sheamus with
a series of vicious physical attacks. Although Sheamus twice escaped The Big Red Monster's chokeslam, the third time wasn't the charm for the
Irish Superstar, who chose to fight another day and allowed himself to be counted out.
Backstage, Savanah interviews Wade Barrett.
The Miz & Zack Ryder defeated U.S. Champion R-Truth & John Morrison in a Viewer's Choice Tag Team Match. Ever the sore loser, The Miz just
can’t seem to get over the fact that R-Truth defeated him two weeks ago to capture the United States Championship. Humiliated after his former
NXT Rookie Daniel Bryan defeated him on last week’s Raw, The Miz vented his frustrations to the WWE Universe, 43 percent of which chose The
Long Island Loudmouth himself, Zack Ryder, as his tag team partner against R-Truth & John Morrison (who scored 54 percent of the voting).
Inflating his already bloated ego, The “Awesome One” scored a pinfall on Morrison after decimating his former "Dirt Sheet" co-star and tag
team partner with a Skull-Crushing Finale.
Backstage, Kane questions Bret Hart about the attack on his brother, The Undertaker.
Randy Orton defeated Edge by Disqualification. In their first in-ring showdown since their match at Over the Limit ended in a double
count-out, a wounded Randy Orton sought retribution against Edge after The Rated-R Superstar brutally attacked him a week ago. Since Edge’s
ambush further aggravated Orton’s injury incurred during their Over the Limit bout, Raw General Manager Bret “Hit Man” Hart and SmackDown GM
Theodore Long mandated that Edge tie one arm behind his back to even the odds. Ultimately, this disarming stipulation proved too limiting for
The Ultimate Opportunist, who was disqualified when he freed up his bound arm and refused to retie it. Seething, The Rated-R Superstar added
injury to injury following the match, hitting Orton’s arm with a steel chair and further jeopardizing The Viper’s chances of being physically
able to compete in the WWE Championship Match at Fatal 4-Way.
Backstage, Savanah interviews John Cena. Talk of his match tonight with ?
Backstage, Gene Okerlund insults Josh Mathews, saying his replacement is a loser.
Matt Hardy defeated Drew McIntyre in a Viewer’s Choice Match. Self-proclaimed “Chosen One” Drew McIntyre never expected Matt Hardy to be the
mystery opponent in his Viewer’s Choice bout, and he was even more surprised when the recently-suspended SmackDown Superstar was chosen by 88
percent of the WWE Universe to face him in singles competition over Raw Superstars Yoshi Tatsu and Goldust. After distracting McIntyre during
the Scotsman's failed title rematch Intercontinental Champion Kofi Kingston on SmackDown last week – giving him a post-match Twist of Fate for
good measure – Hardy thwarted the former champion on Viewer's Choice Night with yet another Twist of Fate and a speedy pinfall.
Backstage, Ted Dibiase Jr. and Virgil have B.A. tied in a chair.
The A-Team actors confront Ted DiBiase Jr., I.R.S., Virgil and “Rowdy” Roddy Piper. Twenty-five years after the original WrestleMania, when he faced
off against original “A-Team” star Mr. T in a tag team match, WWE Hall of Famer “Rowdy” Roddy Piper exacted revenge against the current “BA
Baracus” – one of Raw’s guest hosts – by teaming with Ted DiBiase, IRS and Virgil to kidnap Quinton “Rampage” Jackson. Before Piper could lay
a hand on his restrained foe-by-association, however, fellow WWE Hall of Famer Dusty Rhodes rode to the rescue on a golf cart with unlikely
allies “Mean” Gene Okerlund and Jackson’s A-Team co-star Sharlto Copley. Once he broke free of his handcuffs, Jackson took some revenge of
his own against his kidnappers, delivering a spinebuster to DiBiase Jr. and chokeslamming Virgil. Don’t you love it when a plan comes together?
Mark Feuerstein to host Raw next Monday. Is the doctor in? He will be next Monday when Mark Feuerstein, the star of USA’s hit medical drama
Royal Pains, makes a house call in Charlotte, N.C., to guest host Raw.
Jerry Lawler has his crown back, which I.R.S. had.
Backstage, Josh Mathews asks Rey Mysterio, Jack Swagger and C.M. Punk why they should have a shot at John Cena tonight.
WWE Champion John Cena vs C.M. Punk Viewer's Choice Match ended in a No Contest. The WWE Universe chose CM Punk to face WWE Champion John
Cena in the night's main event. Although Cena was gaining the upper hand against the masked leader of the Straight Edge Society, the match
was cut short when last season’s NXT Rookies – led by season one winner Wade Barrett – charged the ring and laid waste to everything and
everyone in sight. Following the mayhem, a battered Cena was carted out on a stretcher.
MATCHES:
- BODY SLAM CHALLENGE -
The Big Show
defeated
Chris Jericho
"The Hart Dynasty"
David Hart Smith & Tyson Kidd
defeated
The Great Khali & Hornswoggle
- DANCE OFF -
Vladimir Kozlov
defeated
Santino Marella
- BATTLE ROYAL -
Maryse
defeated
Eve Torres, Kelly Kelly, Michelle McCool, Layla,
Nikki & Brie Bella, Tiffany, Gail Kim,
Jillian Hall, Alicia Fox & Rosa Mendez
Kane
defeated
Sheamus
via a count out
The Miz & Zack Ryder
defeated
R-Truth & John Morrison
Randy Orton
defeated
Edge
via a disqualification
Matt Hardy
defeated
Drew McIntyre
John Cena
vs
C.M. Punk
ended in a No Contest
Air Time: 3:05:00
Run Time: 2:22:35
RAW
#890
6-14-10 LIVE
Time Warner Cable Arena
Charlotte, North Carolina
MARK FEUERSTEIN HOSTS RAW
NXT STRIKES AGAIN
While it’s Raw guest host Mark Feuerstein who stars in USA Network’s Royal Pains, it was Raw’s General Manager, Bret Hart, who experienced
serious and mounting pains of his own thanks to the group of ruthless and desperate season one NXT Rookies.
Raw General Manager Bret Hart fired NXT Rookie Wade Barrett. As Raw’s General Manager, Bret Hart hasn’t exactly been the wishy-washy type.
Therefore, when NXT Rookies Heath Slater, Justin Gabriel, Darren Young, Skip Sheffield, Michael Tarver, David Otunga and NXT winner Wade
Barrett flooded the ring to make a few demands in the wake of their brutal rampage last week, Hart didn’t hesitate to make an executive
decision. Rather than bend to the will of ringleader Barrett or any of the NXT Rookies, the WWE Hall of Famer instead canned Barrett –
and then threatened to have the lot of 'em arrested if they didn’t leave!
The Miz defeated R-Truth, John Morrison and Zack Ryder in a Fatal 4-Way United States Championship Match. Will the WWE Universe ever hear the
end of it? In a Fatal 4-Way United States Championship Match, The Miz reclaimed the title that meant so much to him. The Cleveland Screamer
managed to prevail over former champ R-Truth, John Morrison and Zack Ryder by pinning Truth. Since the winner of a Fatal 4-Way Match is the
first competitor to pin any of his other three opponents, Miz seized an opportunity presented by his former tag team partner Morrison. Before
the night was over, Truth invoked his rematch clause for this Sunday at Fatal 4-Way. Perhaps WWE Champion John Cena and World Heavyweight
Champion Jack Swagger are each looking on, strategizing and thinking, “There but for the grace of God…"
Backstage, Josh Mathews interviews Randy Orton. Talk of Sheamus tonight.
The Big Show on the set of the USA network show, Royal Pains.
Big Show & guest host Mark Feuerstein to face Ted DiBiase & Virgil. Ted DiBiase can’t buy his way out of this. The “Fortunate Son” and his
manservant Virgil tried to intimidate Raw guest host Mark Feuerstein, star of USA Network’s Royal Pains, into letting him co-host the show.
When Feuerstein refused, he was backed up by an unlikely ally, Big Show. It seems The World’s Largest Athlete did a cameo on an upcoming
episode of Royal Pains and agreed to team with his actor pal against DiBiase & Virgil.
Evan Bourne defeated Chris Jericho by Disqualification. How the mighty have fallen. After being launched over the top rope by Big Show last
week, Chris Jericho’s woes continued. The self-important Superstar faced down the challenge of Evan Bourne this week. After locking in The
Codebreaker, Jericho was shocked when “Air” Bourne kicked out. So frustrated was Mr. Vocabulary that he flipped out, pummeling Bourne to the
point of disqualification. For his part, the high-flyer retaliated, leaving Jericho down and dumbfounded.
NXT Rookies attempted an attack on WWE Champion John Cena. One week after suffering a despicable attack at the hands of the NXT Rookies,
WWE Champion John Cena proved that you can’t keep a good man down. Despite the beating, The Champ came to the ring to address the NXT Rookies.
During his speech, Cena became distracted by the NXT Rookies, who jumped a security barrier. Wade Barrett, Heath Slater, Darren Young,
Skip Sheffield, Michael Tarver and David Otunga headed for the parking lot, however, after Cena was joined by Jerry Lawler, R-Truth,
Randy Orton, Mark Henry, Santino Marella, Evan Bourne, William Regal, Sheamus and Edge.
Backstage, Josh Mathews interviews Sheamus. Talk of tonight`s tag match against Randy Orton and John Cena.
Divas Champion Eve & Gail Kim defeated Alicia Fox & Maryse. Just six days before these sexy, smart and powerful ladies compete in a Fatal
4-Way Divas Championship Match, Eve teamed with Gail Kim against Maryse & Alicia Fox. While resident Mean Girl Maryse triumphed last week
in the Viewer’s Choice Diva Battle Royal, reigning champion Eve wasn’t about to let herstory repeat itself. The martial arts maven leveled
Alicia to secure the win for her and her partner Gail. This Sunday, however, it’ll be every woman for herself.
Raw Guest Host Mark Feuerstein & Big Show defeated Ted DiBiase & Virgil. Raw guest host Mark Feuerstein teamed with Big Show on his USA
Network program Royal Pains for an upcoming episode. If that pairing went anything like the duo’s wrestling on Raw, the episode is a must-see.
Feuerstein, a former competitive wrestler, teamed with The World’s Largest Athlete against Ted DiBiase & his manservant Virgil. The actor and
the athlete proceeded to humble their moneyed menaces when Feuerstein pinned Virgil - much to the disgust of DiBiase.
Santino Marella defeated William Regal. An international incident seemed to be brewing when Santino Marella squared off against William Regal
with Vladimir Kozlov acting as special guest referee. Unfortunately for the Englishman, his Italian opponent bent the rules. Since the Russian
referee failed to catch the questionable call, Marella managed to claim the victory. While Regal argued his case, it became quite clear that
Kozlov could not understand him and that he was arguing in vain.
WWE Champion John Cena & Randy Orton vs Edge & Sheamus ended in a No Contest. Just six days before the four clash in a Fatal 4-Way WWE
Championship Match, WWE Champion John Cena paired with Randy Orton to take on Edge & Sheamus. With the entire Raw roster looking on from the
entrance ramp to prevent another ambush from the NXT Rookies, the four Superstars, who will battle for the title on Sunday, tore into one
another in a prelude to Fatal 4-Way. Their match was cut short, however, when it was realized that the NXT Rookies had accosted Raw General
Manager Bret Hart and dragged him into the parking lot. Once there, the Rookies, led by NXT winner Wade Barrett, tossed the WWE Hall of Famer
into the back of a limo and ordered the driver to smash the auto into walls and other cars. The sadistic Rookies then harassed a defenseless
Hart, pressuring him to offer them all WWE contracts. When Hart refused, the Rookies agreed that they would give him until Sunday’s
pay-per-view to think about it. But will Hart be in any condition to respond? If so, will he concede and sign all of the NXT season one
rookies to contracts?
MATCHES:
" U.S. CHAMPIONSHIP "
- FATAL 4 WAY MATCH -
The Miz
defeated
R-Truth, John Morrison & Zack Ryder
becoming new U.S. Champ
Evan Bourne
defeated
Chris Jericho
via a disqualification
Eve Torres & Gail Kim
defeated
Alicia Fox & Maryse
The Big Show & Mark Feuerstein
defeated
Ted DiBiase Jr. & Virgil
Santino Marella
defeated
William Regal
John Cena & Randy Orton
vs
Edge & Sheamus
ended in a No Contest
Air Time: 2:10:00
Run Time: 1:43:52
RAW
#891
6-21-10 LIVE
Arena at Harbor Yard
Bridgeport, Connecticut
VINCE MCMAHON GETS HIS
BRET HART IS FIRED
One night after the seven season one NXT Rookies decimated the WWE landscape at Fatal 4-Way, the pugnacious pack once again tore into the Raw
roster to make their presence felt – even going so far as to attack The Chairman himself, Mr. McMahon!
Mr. McMahon fired Bret Hart, named new GM; WWE Title Match main event announced. Mr. McMahon giveth, Mr. McMahon taketh away. After assuming
the Raw General Manager position last month, Bret Hart found himself unceremoniously fired by The Chairman on Raw for not attending the
previous night’s Fatal 4-Way. Hart’s absence, Mr. McMahon reasoned, is what allowed the season one NXT Rookies to run wild, interfering in the
WWE Championship Match and permitting Sheamus to take advantage of the chaos to prevail. Mr. McMahon then informed the WWE Universe that a
new, anonymous GM would take the reins, emailing announcer Michael Cole his dictates. The mystery GM was quick to act. His first order of
business? Hiring all seven NXT Rookies. Then, in the wake of new WWE Champion Sheamus’s victory, the Raw GM also allowed John Cena to invoke
his rematch clause, meaning that he will face the Irish champion for the title in tonight’s main event. And to ensure there will be no
interference, Mr. McMahon will act as special guest referee!
Chris Jericho defeated Evan Bourne. It’s been a rough month for Chris Jericho. After falling short in his matches for the past several weeks,
Jericho’s humiliation was punctuated at Fatal 4-Way when he dropped his bout to Evan Bourne. On Raw, he demanded a rematch. If he lost,
Jericho promised he would leave WWE. And while it looked a little touch and go there for a while, the wily Superstar managed to squeak out a
victory. After the match, a still steaming Jericho leveled the high-flyer with an underhanded shove.
Backstage, Vince is on the phone with the new G.M. and says he likes his ideas but when it comes to himself, no more surprises.
Ted DiBiase Jr. fired Virgil, hired Maryse. Ted DiBiase Jr. knows money – and looks. After a dismal performance at Fatal 4-Way for he and
bodyguard Virgil, The “Fortunate Son” canned his manservant and opted for an “upgrade.” After Virgil’s dismissal, DiBiase introduced Maryse
as his new source for “protection.”
Backstage, Josh Mathews interviews the Hart Dynasty who talks of the NXT guys and that they should go to jail for what they did to Bret Hart
on the last Raw.
Outside, A limosine is shown.
Natalya vs Tamina ended in a No Contest. After dedicating her match against Tamina to her uncle Bret, Natalya was livid when the proceedings
were cut short by the season one NXT Rookies. The group’s de facto leader, Wade Barrett, began to apologize for their actions, which led to
Bret Hart’s dismissal, when David Hart Smith & Tyson Kidd attacked in a quest for vengeance. The Unified Tag Team Champions put up a valiant
fight but were subdued by the six other NXT Rookies.
NXT Rookies apologized to the WWE Universe. The NXT Rookies then surprised the WWE Universe by offering apologies for their actions and
attempting to explain why they’ve been behaving like a pack of rabid hyenas. After several of the Rookies stated that they did what they did
not out of anger but because of their love of WWE. Barrett then emphasized that his loyalty propelled him to join his colleagues and that he
had also been granted his future pay-per-view title match again by the mystery GM.
John Morrison defeated Zack Ryder. There was a slight change of plans for John Morrison. The Shaman of Sexy was scheduled to compete against
Ted DiBiase, but The “Fortunate Son,” with his new assistant Maryse in tow, informed Morrison that he had “other plans for the night.” Ahem.
Accompanied by his season two NXT Rookie Eli Cottonwood, Morrison would instead compete against Zack Ryder. With Ryder’s own season two NXT
Rookie, Titus O’Neil, looking on, The Guru of Greatness channeled his attack and pinned Ryder for the victory.
Backstage, Josh Mathews interviews John Cena who doesn`t accept the apology from the NXT guys.
The Great Khali & Eve defeated Primo & Divas Champion Alicia Fox. One night after capturing the Divas Title at Fatal 4-Way and Alicia Fox
already thinks she’s royalty. A royal pain perhaps. The new Divas Champion teamed with Primo against The Great Khali & Eve. Thinking she’s
above it all, Fox simply abandoned her partner in the ring, allowing The Punjabi Playboy to devastate Primo for the win.
United States Champion The Miz interrupted Randy Orton; Edge attacked Orton. When Randy Orton addressed the season one NXT Rookies, he vowed
revenge on each of them for, as he saw it, costing him the WWE Title at Fatal 4-Way the previous night. As he lambasted the NXT seven, newly
minted United States Champion The Miz cut him short. The self-proclaimed “Awesome One” berated The Viper and told him to “get in line” for the
WWE Title before leveling a sneak attack. While Orton countered Miz’s strike, Edge quickly joined the fray. The Ultimate Opportunist ran in
and rammed The Apex Predator with a Spear before whispering to his rival that now, “the real fun begins.”
Rob Zombie to act as Raw’s special guest host next week. WWE Universe, let there be rock. Oh, and there will be. Be sure to tune in and turn
it up next week when rock monster and horror film director Rob Zombie shakes things up as special guest referee.
John Cena vs WWE Champion Sheamus ended in a No Contest; Mr. McMahon attacked by NXT Rookies. Will the season one NXT Rookies ever relent?
Even after landing the contracts they were clearly determined to secure, the pugnacious pack still appear ravenous. During the night’s main
event match, pitting WWE Champion Sheamus against John Cena with Mr. McMahon acting as special guest referee, the bold band of Superstars
rushed the ring. Despite The Chairman’s strong guarantee of retribution for anyone who interferes, the NXT seven ambushed Cena. And while
conspiracy theorists within the WWE Universe had pegged Mr. McMahon as the potential mastermind behind the devious actions of the season one
NXT Rookies, those theories were quickly scuttled when the seven trained their fire on The Chairman himself! Mr. McMahon announced that the
new GM would offer up a revelation on the next Raw before he received a brutal beating at the hands of the Rookies. Is there nothing this
defiant band of outlaws won’t do in order to get what they want?
MATCHES:
Chris Jericho
defeated
Evan Bourne
Natalya Neidhart
vs
Tamina
ended in a no contest
John Morrison
defeated
Zack Ryder
The Great Khali & Eve Torres
defeated
Primo Colon & Alicia Fox
" WWE CHAMPIONSHIP "
John Cena
defeated
WWE Champion
Sheamus
via a disqualification
Air Time: 2:08:00
Run Time: 1:41:31
RAW
#892
6-28-10 LIVE
Wachovia Center
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
ROB ZOMBIE HOSTS RAW
RICKY STEAMBOAT, MICHAEL HAYES, DEAN MALENKO, ARN ANDERSON & MIKE ROTUNDO ATTACKED BY NEXUS
As a singer of sinister songs and a director of horror films, Raw special guest host Rob Zombie has experience with the darker side of human
nature. That experience must have set him somewhat at ease when Randy Orton slithered past his foes to demonstrate just how far a snake will
go to wrap himself around what he wants.
Raw GM arranged WWE Champion Sheamus vs Mark Henry; and WWE Title Steel Cage Match at Money in the Bank. Raw announcer Michael Cole
continued in his role as mouthpiece for Raw’s still anonymous General Manager, announcing that the mystery GM will have a verdict on the
season one NXT Rookies – who have taken to referring to themselves as The Nexus – on next week’s Raw. Meanwhile, if any member of The Nexus
puts their hands on a WWE Superstar, they will be terminated. Similarly, if a Superstar lays their hands on a Nexus member, they will be
suspended. The GM went on to arrange a match for WWE Champion Sheamus for later in the evening, pitting the Irishman against Mark Henry. After
announcing the bout, Cole proceeded to declare that Sheamus must also defend his title against John Cena at WWE’s newest pay-per-view event,
next month’s Money in the Bank. To guard against outside interference, particularly from The Nexus, the GM proclaimed the two will meet in a
Steel Cage Match.
The Usos & Tamina vs Unified Tag Team Champions The Hart Dynasty & Natalya Neidhart. The family warfare rages on. In a what was supposed to
be a rematch from the Fatal 4-Way pay-per-view when Unified Tag Team Champions The Hart Dynasty & Natalya defeated The Usos & Tamina, it was
the twin sons of Rikishi and the daughter of “Superfly” Jimmy Snuka who attacked before the bell. With the surprise beatdown, the trio took
yet another step in cementing their place in WWE.
Backstage, Josh Mathews interviews R-Truth who talks of The Nexus.
Vladimir Kozlov defeated Santino Marella. Santino Marella has been dying to hitch his wagon to the star of Vladimir Kozlov. The Italian wrestled
the Russian with the stipulation that if he won, Vlad would be his tag team partner. Long story short, they’re not partners – by a long shot.
After Santino’s loss, however, William Regal climbed onto the canvas and began to pummel the spicy Superstar. Upon witnessing the ambush,
Kozlov actually returned to the ring to defend his opponent and chase off the Brit. Santino and Kozlov even shook hands afterward, perhaps
symbolizing a potential truce.
Backstage, Ranjin Singh revealed his frustration with The Great Khali. During an interview with Josh Mathews, The Great Khali’s interpreter Ranjin Singh
demonstrated his frustration with The Punjabi Playboy. When asked what punishment should await The Nexus, Singh told Mathews that Khali would
run away if the seven Nexus members were present before the sideburn sporting sidekick stormed off.
Raw host Rob Zombie revealed Raw’s Money in the Bank Ladder Match participants; Eight-Man Tag Team Main Event Match announced. Special guest
host Rob Zombie knows from sick and twisted. After all, as a director, Zombie brought us House of 1000 Corpses, Devil’s Rejects and Halloween.
So, it was with relish that Zombie announced the following eight Superstars prepared to sacrifice their bodies in Raw’s Money in the Bank
Ladder Match: Randy Orton, United States Champion The Miz, R-Truth, Chris Jericho, Evan Bourne, Ted DiBiase, John Morrison and Edge, the
first-ever Money in the Bank winner. As The Rated-R Superstar was busy proclaiming his dominance, announcer Cole interrupted with a message
from the mystery GM: The evening’s main event would be an Eight-Man Tag Team Match pitting Edge, Miz, DiBiase & Jericho against Bourne,
Morrison, Truth & Orton.
WWE Champion Sheamus defeated Mark Henry. After a vague victory at Fatal 4-Way, WWE Champion Sheamus may have felt he had to prove himself a
worthy champion. If so, what better evidence to submit than a win over Mark Henry? The Celtic Warrior rested his case by conquering The
World’s Strongest Man in a non-title bout. An impressive victory, the win also bolsters the Irishman’s confidence rolling into his Steel
Cage Match against John Cena at Money in the Bank.
Backstage, Josh Mathews interviews The Nexus.
The Nexus attacked Ricky “The Dragon” Steamboat and other WWE Legends. Is nothing sacred? WWE Hall of Famer Ricky “The Dragon” Steamboat had
taken to the ring to address the WWE Universe regarding his new DVD retrospective, Ricky Steamboat: The Life Story of The Dragon, when he was
joined by fellow WWE Legends, who heaped praise on their friend and former colleague. That’s when the unthinkable happened. With orders not to
touch any active Superstars, The Nexus circled the ring and plucked the esteemed Legends, including Arn Anderson, Michael Hayes, Mike Rotundo,
Dean Malenko and Jerry Lawler, from within, punishing them outside the ring. Finally, the group of six – leader Wade Barrett was conferencing
with WWE officials to learn the fate of he and his group – entered the squared circle and surrounded Steamboat before reigning blows down upon
him. The Nexus – defined by a group of connected beings, as described by Cole – continues to demonstrate their defiance and sedition.
Divas Champion Alicia Fox & Maryse defeated Eve Torres & Gail Kim. One day, when scientists discover the center of the universe, Alicia Fox
will be sorely disappointed to learn that she is not it. No matter. Ever since emerging victorious at Fatal 4-Way and capturing the Divas
Championship, Fox has revealed herself to be positively unbearable. After teaming with Maryse against Eve & Gail Kim and scoring the pin for
her team, Fox’s ego is sure to inflate beyond Marysian proportions.
Randy Orton, John Morrison, R-Truth & Evan Bourne defeated Chris Jericho, Edge, Ted DiBiase Jr. & The Miz. WWE Superstars, take note: Snakes
don’t run in packs. As if to prove the point, The Viper, Randy Orton, turned his back on his partners to make a quick strike for the Money in
the Bank briefcase after their Eight-Man Tag Team Match. Orton was teamed with John Morrison, R-Truth & Evan Bourne in a bout against Chris
Jericho, Edge, Ted DiBiase & United States Champion The Miz. In a prelude to the Raw Money in the Bank Ladder Match, each of that match’s
competitors fought in the tag match as arranged by Raw’s mystery GM. While each man attempted to showcase their dominance and gain a modicum
of psychological advantage, it was Orton whose fangs sank deep when he leveled DiBiase with an RKO. In the subsequent commotion, each of the
competitors traded blows in an attempt to reach the Money in the Bank briefcase. It was Orton, however, who managed to slither to the top and
grabbed the coveted case.
MATCHES:
- NON TITLE MATCH -
"The Hart Dynasty"
David Hart Smith, Tyson Kidd & Natalya Neidhart
vs
Jimmy & Jay Uso & Tamina
ended in a no contest
Vladimir Kozlov
defeated
Santino Marella
- NON TITLE MATCH -
WWE Champion
Sheamus
defeated
Mark Henry
Alicia Fox & Maryse
defeated
Gail Kim & Eve Torres
- EIGHT MAN TAG TEAM MEGA MATCH -
Randy Orton, John Morrison, R-Truth & Evan Bourne
defeated
Ted DiBiase Jr., Chris Jericho, Edge & The Miz
Air Time: 2:04:00
Run Time: 1:39:08
RAW
#893
7-5-10 LIVE
Bridestone Arena
Nashville, Tennessee
IS STEVE AUSTIN THE G.M. ?
During The Nexus’ reign of terror, the band of bothers have focused their attacks, managing not to involve the entire Raw roster. This week,
however, their actions managed to drag nearly every Raw Superstar into their wicked wake.
Mystery General Manager banned Nexus members from WWE title opportunities; arranged Money in the Bank participant matches and called for a
truce. The Nexus had to know this day would come. The group of outlaws have ridden roughshod over the WWE landscape seemingly free of
consequence. Until now. Through mouthpiece Michael Cole, Raw’s anonymous General Manager e-mailed to inform The Nexus that none of their
members may compete for any WWE title until further notice, including Wade Barrett, who has a guaranteed championship match of his choice.
While the seven were visibly irate, John Cena, the target of much of their ire, entered and appeared itching for a fight. He brought six
other Superstars with him to confront the group: Randy Orton, R-Truth, Evan Bourne, John Morrison & Unified Tag Team Champions The Hart
Dynasty. Before the 14 could saddle up to fight, however, WWE Champion Sheamus, United States Champion The Miz, Edge, Chris Jericho, Ted
DiBiase Jr. & The Usos ambushed Cena’s posse as The Nexus scattered throughout the arena. After the dust settled, Cole received another
email. The mystery GM told the Superstars to simmer, that later in the evening all of the competitors in the Raw Money in the Bank Ladder
Match in two weeks will compete against one another. The still-anonymous GM also implored Cena to call a truce and shake the hand of Barrett.
When Cena resisted the idea, the mystery GM asked Cena to do the “right thing” before cryptically adding in the e-mail, “and that’s the
bottom line because the GM said so.”
Ted DiBiase Jr. defeated John Morrison. Ted DiBiase’s new “protection,” Maryse, already seems to be paying dividends. The “Fortunate Son”
faced off against his fellow Raw Money in the Bank Ladder Match participant, John Morrison, as his sultry security looked on. While The
Shaman of Sexy’s attack appeared as tight as his abs, he became distracted when Maryse began to model his coat. The diversion allowed the
prosperous progeny to capitalize and notch a cheap victory.
Backstage, Vladimir Kozlov tells his partner Santino Marella that if they lose tonight he will put his fist through Santino`s face.
Santino Marella & Vladimir Kozlov defeated William Regal & The Great Khali. Four nations, two teams, one winner. After chasing William Regal
from the ring in favor of Santino Marella last Monday, Vladimir Kozlov reluctantly agreed to team up with the spicy Italian. This week, before
his match against Santino & Vlad, Regal gleefully introduced his partner, The Great Khali. Sadly for the Englishman, The Punjabi Playboy
refused to tag in, leaving Regal out to dry for the loss. Afterward, Khali encouraged his opponents to help Regal to his feet, at which point
he Taj Ma-hauled off and chopped him down.
Backstage, WWE Champion Sheamus confronted Arn Anderson. During an interview with Josh Mathews, Arn Anderson updated the WWE Universe on the
condition of his fellow WWE Legend Ricky “The Dragon” Steamboat. The former member of The Four Horsemen was then interrupted by WWE Champion
Sheamus, who derided Anderson for succumbing to an attack from The Nexus last week. For his part, Anderson warned the Irishman that he should
be careful, or The Nexus will become too powerful to be stopped.
United States Champion The Miz vs R-Truth ended in a No Contest. Just one night after the United States celebrated her birthday on July 4th,
U.S. Champion The Miz showed that he really knows how to spoil a party. Before what promised to be a thrilling match, Miz snuffed the fuse on
the fireworks by attacking R-Truth before the bell. The “Cleveland Screamer” pounded Truth so fiercely, in fact, that his fellow Raw Money in
the Bank Ladder Match competitor had to be escorted from the ring by medical personnel. As a result of a shoulder injury, Truth will no longer
be eligible to compete in the Raw Money in the Bank Ladder Match.
Chris Jericho appeared on “The Cutting Edge”.
Former partners Chris Jericho and Edge traded verbal barbs on his show “The Cutting Edge” until the situation became too heated, and they’re
war of words became physical. As the two tangled, Evan Bourne charged the ring and leveled them. Before the trio could mix it up, though, the
mystery GM chimed in: Edge & Jericho must take on Bourne and his partner, Randy Orton, in a tag team match.
Evan Bourne & Randy Orton defeated Jericho & Edge.
In the battle to get a rung up on the competition, The Ultimate Opportunist and his partner tried to set aside their differences, but their
tenuous treaty would prove futile when Edge Speared Jericho. “Air” Bourne then capitalized with a lethal Shooting Star Press for the win. As
Bourne celebrated, however, The Viper slithered up and razed him with an RKO, proving that during Raw’s Money in the Bank Ladder Match,
there will be no such alliances.
Randy Orton to take on Edge next week. Per the mystery General Manager, scorching rivals Randy Orton and Edge must face each other in singles
action next Monday Night. The match will take place less than a week before the pair tangle above the ring during Raw’s Money in the Bank
Ladder Match. Perhaps “America’s Mom” Florence Henderson can restore peace and harmony in the house of Raw when she acts as special guest host
next week.
Backstage, The Nexus apologize to Randy Orton.
Backstage, Josh Mathews interviews thwe Usos and Tamina. Afterwards Alicia Fox complains to Josh that she hasn`t been interviewed.
Divas Champion Alicia Fox defeated Eve Torres. Ever since narrowly capturing the Divas Championship at Fatal 4-Way, Alicia Fox has shown
herself to be nothing short of sly. While defending her title against former Divas Champion Eve, the calculating Superstar dusted off an old
trick: Playing possum. Fox pretended to suffer an ankle injury, and, when Eve let her guard down, she pounced to retain the Golden Butterfly.
During “truce” handshake, John Cena retaliated against Wade Barrett and The Nexus; mystery GM arranged Cena vs. The Nexus in 7-on-1 Handicap
Match next week. John Cena is nothing if not a man of his word. That being the case, the seven-time WWE Champion showed up in the ring, as
ordered by Raw’s mystery GM, to commence a truce ceremony with The Nexus’s de facto leader, Wade Barrett. While the Brit tried to assure his
rival that his group’s attacks weren’t personal, Cena remained understandably skeptical. But Barrett offered his hand to seal the truce, and
Cena finally accepted. When The Nexus boss attempted to pull away, however, he quickly found himself angling for an Attitude Adjustment.
Before Cena could lower the guillotine, though, he was attacked by The Nexus’ remaining six members. Just then, Cena’s pals rolled in for the
rescue, including Mark Henry, David Hart Smith, Tyson Kidd, John Morrison, Evan Bourne, Goldust, Yoshi Tatsu, Santino Marella, Vladimir
Kozlov and The Great Khali. The Nexus escaped, though, except for Darren Young, who suffered an STF at the hands of Cena. As a means of
punishment, the mystery GM is forcing Cena to face The Nexus next week in a 7-on-1 Handicap Match.
MATCHES:
Ted DiBiase Jr.
defeated
John Morrison
Santino Marella & Vladimir Kozlov
defeated
William Regal & The Great Khali
The Miz
vs
R-Truth
ended in a no contest
Evan Bourne & Randy Orton
defeated
Edge & Chris Jericho
" DIVAS CHAMPIONSHIP "
Alicia Fox
defeated
Eve Torres
retaining the title
Air Time: 2:08:00
Run Time: 1:44:27
RAW
#894
7-12-10 LIVE
Rupp Arena
Lexington, Kentucky
FLORENCE HENDERSON HOSTS RAW
While everyone’s favorite TV mom Florence Henderson tried to keep the Raw roster on the straight and narrow, The Nexus would have none of it,
continuing to prove their as angry and out-of-control as Mel Gibson on a phone rant.
The Nexus confronted John Cena. Despite overwhelming odds, John Cena promised to take down as many members of The Nexus as humanly possible
in their 6-on-1 Handicap Match at the end of the evening (originally 7-on-1 until Darren Young’s Cena-induced injury). Cena also offered
thanks to the Superstars who assisted him the week prior when The Nexus sprung an ambush on him – notably absent from that assist was WWE
Champion Sheamus. Cena was interrupted by announcer Michael Cole, who relayed a message from Raw’s anonymous General Manager. The mystery GM
informed Cena that no Superstars would be allowed to interfere in the 6-on-1 Handicap Match or they will suffer a 90-day suspension, and The
Nexus must tag in or they will be suspended, too. With that, The Nexus and their de facto leader Wade Barrett, left after chiding Cena before
their bout.
Divas Champion Alicia Fox defeated Gail Kim; GM arranged Divas Title Match. Karma can be a real drag – just ask Divas Champion Alicia Fox.
After Fox faked an ankle injury last week to win her match against Eve, Raw’s anonymous General Manager called out the leggy lovely and
arranged a Divas Title Match this Sunday at Money in the Bank. Before she could defend her title, though, Fox needed to defeat the always
dangerous Gail Kim. With Eve looking on from ringside, the Divas Champion did just that, pinning Kim for the three-count.
The Usos & Tamina defeated Unified Tag Team Champions The Hart Dynasty & Natalya Neidhart. Not since the Hatfields shared a zip code with the
McCoys have families been so at odds. In a possible preview of their title match at this Sunday’s Money in the Bank pay-per-view event, The
Usos & Tamina hard-charged Unified Tag Team Champions The Hart Dynasty & Natalya in a Six-Person Tag Team Match and managed to shock the
Canadian Club with a victory.
Backstage, The Nexus members beat up on Yoshi Tatsu.
John Morrison scuffled with Ted DiBiase Jr.. With his sultry security, Maryse, at his side, Ted DiBiase spoke down to the WWE Universe,
telling them that he will emerge victorious in the Raw Money in the Bank Match. Having heard enough, John Morrison confronted The “Fortunate
Son,” who squeaked out a win the week before thanks to a meddling Maryse. Before long, the two Money in the Bank competitors were exchanging
blows. Just as The Shaman of Sexy prepped to land Starship Pain on DiBiase, Maryse dragged him away, earning her keep.
A Brady Bunch opening segment featuring WWE Superstars is shown.
Backstage, Special Guest Host Florence Henderson gives Santino Marella an apple pie. Santino is infactuated by Florence and wants a kiss but
she avoids it. William Regal enters and says what next Gilligan as the General Manager then mentions the Partridge Family and Florence slaps
him saying don`t disrespect the Brady Bunch.
Edge defeated Randy Orton. In what has quickly devolved into an acrimonious affiliation, Edge and Randy Orton faced off in a hard-hitting,
tactical affair. The Money in the Bank competitors quickly lashed out at one another straight away. As the bout progressed, their fellow
Money in the Bank participant, Chris Jericho, appeared at ringside. The distraction provided The Ultimate Opportunist with just the occasion
he needed to force The Viper on his back for the win. In the aftermath, cunning and chaos reigned. Retaliating for the previous week’s Spear,
Jericho struck Edge with a Codebreaker only to be silenced by one of Orton’s RKOs. Money in the Bank rival Evan Bourne soon joined the bedlam.
After nailing The Viper with a swift kick, Bourne beelined for the top rope only to be caught by an RKO when he attempted to drop a Shooting
Star Press on Orton, who stood tall amongst the carnage.
Backstage, Josh Mathews attempts to interview Skip Sheffield then The Nexus members attack John Morrison.
United States Champion The Miz vs Mark Henry ended in a No Contest. The Miz thinks he’s got all the answers. Unfortunately for him, Raw’s
anonymous General Manager keeps “changing the questions.” The mystery GM informed the United States Champion that, after he attacked R-Truth
last week and put him out of the Raw Money in the Bank Match, he must face Truth’s replacement: Mark Henry! The World’s Strongest Man rattled
the United States Champion, but The Miz would not be denied. He dodged Henry’s attack and even dumped garbage on him in a humiliating display.
"The Santino Bunch" defeated "The Regal Bunch". With America’s favorite mom, Florence Henderson, looking on with pride – and astonishment –
in her eyes, Santino Marella, Vladimir Kozlov, The Great Khali & Goldust tackled the challenge of William Regal, Zack Ryder, Primo & Doink
the Clown in an Eight-Man Brady Bunch Tag Team Match. In the end, the “Santino Bunch” proved too strong for the “Regal Bunch,” despite the
clever recruitment of Doink the Clown, a staple of the ’90s, who competed alongside such unlikely ring warriors as Brooklyn Brawler, Abe
“Knuckleball” Schwartz and Kim Chee. After the victory, the amorous Italian moved in for a smooch with “Mrs. Brady,” but Henderson opted out.
Instead, she locked lips with - who else? - The Punjabi Playboy.
Backstage, Josh Mathews interviews Edge who talks of Chris Jericho. Edge thanks Jericho for giving him a wakeup call.
Backstage, The Nexus members attack Evan Bourne then scare Sheamus who runs to John Cena`s locker room! What ?
The Nexus defeated John Cena in a 6-on-1 Handicap Match. Even John Cena can’t stop a rising tide – not
forever, anyway. After defying Raw’s anonymous General Manager, the seven-time WWE Champion was forced to compete against The Nexus in a
6-on-1 Handicap Match (Darren Young was out due to injuries suffered at the hands of Cena last week). Despite a valiant effort, Cena was
simply overwhelmed by the numbers. After losing the contest, Cena reevaluated and armed himself with a steel chair from ringside. He managed
to lay some serious hurt on several members of The Nexus before his Money in the Bank steel cage opponent, WWE Champion Sheamus, intervened.
Brandishing a chair of his own, The Celtic Warrior assisted Cena in clearing The Nexus from the ring. The Irishman was likely motivated by
the fact that The Nexus went after him, too, during a series of locker room area beatdowns that targeted several Raw Superstars.
MATCHES:
- NON TITLE MATCH -
Divas Champion
Alicia Fox
defeated
Gail Kim
"The Usos" Jimmy & Jey & Tamina
defeated
"The Hart Dynasty"
David Hart Smith, Tyson Kidd & Natalya Neidhart
Edge
defeated
Randy Orton
- NON TITLE MATCH -
United States Champion
The Miz
vs
Mark Henry
ended in a no contest
- EIGHT MAN BRADY BUNCH TAG TEAM MATCH -
"The Santino Bunch"
Santino Marella, Vladimir Kozlov,
The Great Khali & Goldust
defeated
"The Regal Bunch"
William Regal, Zack Ryder,
Primo Colon & Doink
- SIX ON ONE HANDICAP MATCH -
"The Nexus"
Wade Barrett, Skip Sheffield, Justin Gabriel,
Heath Slater, Michael Tarver & David Otunga
defeated
John Cena
Air Time: 2:08:00
Run Time: 1:42:00
RAW
#895
7-19-10 LIVE
BOK Center
Tulsa, Oklahoma
NEXUS OR AGAINST US
Push John Cena and the man is bound to push back. One night after losing a WWE Championship Steel Cage Match thanks to The Nexus,
Cena came to Raw to return the favor – and he brought along reinforcements.
Randy Orton defeated Edge and Chris Jericho in a Triple Threat Match to earn WWE Title Match at SummerSlam. In the wake of last night’s
controversial WWE Championship Steel Cage Match, in which Sheamus retained over John Cena thanks to interference from The Nexus, Raw’s
anonymous General Manager got right down to business. The GM arranged a Triple Threat Match involving Randy Orton, Edge and Chris Jericho
with the victor earning a title match at SummerSlam. With so much animosity ricocheting throughout the ring, any chance for an alliance was
all but hopeless. As such, each Superstar was forced to create their own breaks. Which is precisely what The Viper managed to do. After an
incredible display of athleticism, Orton glimpsed his opportunity. He struck Mr. Vocabulary with an RKO and turned around and quickly nailed
The Rated-R Superstar with the same medicine, pinning Edge for the victory and earning himself a WWE Title Match at SummerSlam.
The Nexus attacked Edge and Chris Jericho. Eleven years. That’s how long Edge and Chris Jericho have been trading blows and foiling one
another’s championship quests. After losing to Randy Orton in a Triple Threat Match to determine the No. 1 contender to the WWE Title earlier
in the night, the pair had had enough. They bickered back and forth, each asserting that The Nexus would ally with them against the other.
To settle the dispute, The Nexus emerged, but instead of discussing partnerships, they attacked The Ultimate Opportunist. After a gleeful
Jericho savored the thrashing, the seven deadly sinners then turned on him, too, leaving him incapacitated on the mat.
Backstage, Josh Mathews interviews Wade Barrett who talks of Mark Henry. Then Sheamus tells Barrett he has a proposal for him and
Barrett walks away.
Backstage, John Cena called for a summit with The Nexus. After The Nexus robbed him of a WWE Championship the night before at Money in the
Bank, John Cena decided it was time to settle matters once and for all. With that in mind, Cena called for a summit with his tormentors,
telling the WWE Universe, “if you can’t beat ‘em …”
Eve Torres defeated Maryse. For Eve, it was time for redemption. One night after losing a Divas Title Match to Alicia Fox, the Latina lovely
seemed eager to prove herself against longtime tormentor, Maryse. With Ted DiBiase looking on from ringside, Eve capitalized on a questionable
call by the referee to win the bout. Afterward, as DiBiase and his “protector” Maryse argued with the ref, John Morrison swooped into the
ring and landed Starship Pain on The “Fortunate Son” before exiting a satisfied man.
WWE Champion Sheamus defeated Evan Bourne & R-Truth stymied an attack by The Miz. WWE Champion Sheamus might have scraped by in his Steel
Cage Match the night before against John Cena thanks to meddling of The Nexus, but that wasn’t about to stop him from proclaiming his
dominance. The Irishman boasted to the WWE Universe and announced that he and Nexus had reached a truce. During the proceedings, The Miz
decided to pay a visit. The newly-minted Mr. Money in the Bank warned Sheamus that he’s liable to cash in his title opportunity at any moment.
Before the Irishman could leave the ring, though, Raw’s anonymous GM chimed in, arranging a match for Sheamus against Evan Bourne. With Miz
ready to pounce at ringside, Sheamus cautiously dismantled his high-flying opponent. After the bell rang, however, Mr. Money in the Bank
ambushed the WWE Champion, clubbing him with his briefcase and summoning a referee. Rather than commence a match, Miz instead begged off
when R-Truth charged the ring. Truth, who was sidelined from Raw’s Money in the Bank Ladder Match thanks to Miz, scuffled with The
“Cleveland Screamer,” who quickly snagged his briefcase and made himself scarce. In retaliation for Miz’s attack weeks ago, Truth essentially
cost his rival what might have been a WWE Title triumph.
Backstage, Josh Mathews interviews The Miz who says R-Truth just cost him the WWE Championship.
Backstage, Randy Orton tells Sheamus that at Summerslam he will regain the WWE Championship with an RKO.
Santino Marella & Vladimir Kozlov defeated William Regal & Zack Ryder. William Regal may be running out of allies. The Englishman enlisted
The Long Island Loudmouth, Zack Ryder, in his continuing efforts to conquer Santino Marella & Vladimir Kozlov. And again, the Brit failed
in his quest to smash the Italian/Russian coalition, who prevailed with their tag team offensive.
Wade Barrett defeated Mark Henry. It was almost difficult to recognize Wade Barrett without The Nexus at his side. The leader of the outlaw
group stood alone prior to his match against Mark Henry. Per the GM’s orders, Barrett’s fellow Nexus members were forbidden from interfering.
Not to worry. Barrett proved he is a force in his own right by picking up, slamming and defeating The World’s Strongest Man very convincingly.
John Cena revealed his own group to combat The Nexus. In the glow of victory over Mark Henry, Barrett was joined by his Nexus cronies, who
awaited a meeting with John Cena. Earlier in the evening, a flustered Cena hinted that he may be open to joining the group that had cost him
everything. And while Nexus initially hinted that they may be open to a truce, Barrett insisted on more. He told Cena that, in order to
further his career at WWE, he must join The Nexus. Cena refused, though, and informed Nexus that they should enjoy the next three weeks
because at SummerSlam, The Nexus isn’t going to make history, “The Nexus is history!” Cena's disposition changed when he announced the
formation of his own group, including Edge, John Morrison, R-Truth, The Great Khali, Chris Jericho and WWE Hall of Famer Bret Hart, who
hadn’t been seen since The Nexus had attacked him! The newly formed group then charged the ring and chased off the outlaw group.
MATCHES:
- TRIPLE THREAT #1 CONTENDERS MATCH -
Randy Orton
defeated
Edge & Chris Jericho
Eve Torres
defeated
Maryse
- NON TITLE -
WWE Champion
Sheamus
defeated
Evan Bourne
Santino Marella & Vladimir Kozlov
defeated
William Regal & Zack Ryder
Wade Barrett
defeated
Mark Henry
Air Time: 2:05:00
Run Time: 1:38:54
RAW
#896
7-26-10 LIVE
AT&T Center
San Antonio, Texas
IS SHAWN MICHAELS THE G.M. ?
It’s often said that everything is bigger in Texas. Well, if you’re John Cena, that’s certainly proven true. As he and his seven-man
SummerSlam squad move closer to the biggest bash of the season, the troubles, the tribulations and the headaches have all grown as large as
the Lonestar State.
Chris Jericho confronted John Cena; Raw GM made several announcements. Chris Jericho bickering was probably inevitable. Last week, John Cena
revealed that he would team up with Jericho, Edge, John Morrison, R-Truth, The Great Khali & WWE Hall of Famer Bret Hart to battle The Nexus
at SummerSlam. This week, Jericho started in with the whining. The self-important Superstar interrupted Cena and began protesting that he
should be appointed head of the assembled squad. Mercifully, Cena halted the rant by knocking the microphone from Mr. Vocabulary’s hand.
Before tensions could bubble over, however, Raw’s anonymous General Manager interrupted. Through announcer Michael Cole, the mystery GM put
forth three important declarations. First, the SummerSlam battle between the Raw Superstars and The Nexus would now be a 7-on-7 Elimination
Match. Secondly, The Nexus would put their unity to the test in the night’s main event, in which they face select members of the Raw roster
in just such a bout. And lastly, Cena and Jericho would test their cohesion in a tag team match against two Raw Superstars.
Randy Orton defeated Jey Uso; The Miz attempted to cash in Money in the Bank contract. For Jey Uso, facing and defeating Randy Orton would
have propelled him near the top of the WWE totem pole. The Viper, however, wasn’t about to offer up his scalp so easily. Instead, Orton made
convincing work of Uso as his brother Jimmy and Tamina looked on. After the victory, Orton dared WWE Champion Sheamus, who was also observing
at ringside, to tangle with him. Before the two could engage, Jimmy attacked Orton. Sensing an opportunity, the Irishman tried to kick his
SummerSlam foe, but his errant boot ended up leveling Jimmy instead. At that point, The Viper deftly flattened The Celtic Warrior with an
RKO. The scent of vulnerability lured out United States Champion The Miz, who’s been bird-dogging Sheamus ever since capturing the Money in
the Bank briefcase. Before Miz could cash in the briefcase, though, Orton slipped into the ring and also dropped Mr. Money in the Bank with
an RKO.
Backstage, Edge tells Ted Dibiase Jr. he wants him on the team and the Great Khali out. Ranjin Singh, Khali`s sidekick overhears Edge.
Backstage, Khali confronts Edge and challenges him. Edge says fine but when I win you are off the team.
The Great Khali defeated Edge by Count-out. The fabric of the squad assembled to combat The Nexus continued to fray. After overhearing Edge
complain about his inclusion in the group, The Great Khali challenged his potential teammate to a match. During the bout, The Nexus sauntered
to the ring, prompting The Ultimate Opportunist to flee the squared circle. While Khali may have won by count-out, his situation looked
precarious when The Nexus surrounded him. Rather than pummel The Punjabi Playboy, though, the group allowed him to go free.
The Nexus defeated Mark Henry, Evan Bourne, David Hart Smith, Tyson Kidd, Yoshi Tatsu, Jerry Lawler & Goldust in a 7-on-7 Elimination Match.
The Nexus looked like they were in seven Heaven. In a possible preview of their 7-on-7 Elimination Match at SummerSlam, the “N”-labeled squad
thoroughly dominated a select group of Raw Superstars in the same match. The seven deadly sinners of Nexus used teamwork like a sledgehammer
to crush their opponents, who included native Texan Mark Henry, Evan Bourne, David Hart Smith, Tyson Kidd, Yoshi Tatsu, Jerry “The King”
Lawler & Goldust. After tossing out all seven opponents and having no one from The Nexus ejected, Wade Barrett and Michael Tarver taunted
their SummerSlam foes, pointing out that the team assembled by Cena would never get on the same page due to their inflated egos.
Backstage, Sheamus tells The Miz he can`t beat him. Miz tells Sheamus that maybe he`ll cash in the Money In The Bank option after the
match tonight against Cena and Jericho.
Divas Champion Alicia Fox defeated Brie Bella. Divas Champion Alicia Fox continues to flutter above the competition. This week, she faced
down Brie Bella. During the bout, Alicia managed to foil The Bellas "Twin Magic" maneuver and notch the victory. In the mood to celebrate,
Jillian, who had accompanied Alicia to the ring, began to belt out a stomach-turning tune. In no mood to hear it, though, Alicia dropped the
tone-deaf Diva to the mat.
Ted DiBiase Jr. defeated John Morrison. Let’s face it, it’s pretty easy to despise Ted DiBiase. Not only does The “Fortunate Son” have good
looks, heaps of cash and a gorgeous Diva on his arm, he also still manages to squeak out victories. This week, he faced John Morrison, who
gave him a run for his plentiful money. When DiBiase’s “protector” Maryse attempted to interfere with the match, Morrison’s pal and
SummerSlam teammate R-Truth tried to assist. The help backfired, though, and cost The Shaman of Sexy the match. In the wake of the loss,
Morrison verbally lashed out at Truth, offering further evidence that Raw’s seven-man SummerSlam squad may be in danger of unraveling.
Backstage, Josh Mathews interviews Randy Orton who says he will win the WWE Championship via an RKO.
WWE Champion Sheamus & United States Champion The Miz defeated John Cena & Chris Jericho. At the rate they’re disintegrating, it’ll be
miraculous if the Raw Superstars team even make it to their 7-on-7 Elimination Tag Team Match at SummerSlam. During a tag bout pitting John
Cena & Chris Jericho against WWE Champion Sheamus & United States Champion The Miz, Cena and Jericho’s partnership descended into squabbling.
While he may have been preoccupied, Cena was still ready for Miz, who he nailed with an Attitude Adjustment. That’s when the self-important
Superstar turned on his partner, hobbling Cena with a Codebreaker, allowing The Miz the pin. Mr. Vocabulary then tried to lock in The Walls
of Jericho, but Cena reversed the maneuver and squeezed Jericho into an STF. Not long afterward, the remainder of the Raw Superstars
SummerSlam team made their way to the ring, including Edge, The Great Khali, R-Truth and John Morrison. When Khali attempted to make peace
between Jericho and Cena, Edge leveled him with a Spear. The rest of the squad continued the back-biting and vicious attacks, calling into
question whether or not the tenuous team will rise to the challenge of The Nexus or fall into disarray.
MATCHES:
Randy Orton
defeated
Jey Uso
The Great Khali
defeated
Edge
via a count out
- SEVEN MAN TAG TEAM ELIMINATION -
"The Nexus"
Wade Barrett, Heath Slater, Skip Sheffield, Darren Young,
Michael Tarver, Justin Gabriel & David Otunga
defeated
"Team Raw"
Mark Henry, Evan Bourne, David Hart Smith,
Tyson Kidd, Yoshi Tatsu, Jerry Lawler & Goldust
- NON TITLE MATCH -
Divas Champion
Alicia Fox
defeated
Brie Bella
Ted DiBiase Jr.
defeated
John Morrison
Sheamus & The Miz
defeated
John Cena & Chris Jericho
Air Time: 2:04:00
Run Time: 1:38:16
RAW
#897
8-2-10 Taped 7-26-10
AT&T Center
San Antonio, Texas
WHO IS THE G.M. ?
It’s the dog days of summer, and with SummerSlam just two weeks away, the Raw roster certainly seems to be feeling the heat. While WWE
Champion Sheamus tries to escape the glare of his cold-blooded competitor, Randy Orton, Team WWE continues to tear themselves apart.
After Team WWE cracked under the strains of infighting last week, Edge felt compelled to voice his frustration.
He went rogue, belittling his SummerSlam team and challenging Wade Barrett to a singles match. Before the leader of The Nexus could respond,
Edge’s SummerSlam teammate R-Truth tried to talk sense into him, emphasizing the need for unity. Raw’s anonymous General Manager interrupted
Truth, however, and quickly granted The Rated-R Superstar’s request.
Wade Barrett defeated Edge. During the bout, Edge nearly scored a pinfall on Barrett, who immediately signaled for his Nexus comrades.
Slinking toward the ring, the remaining Nexus members closed in on The Rated-R Superstar, who leaped a security barrier, scampered off
into the crowd.
Backstage, An inconsolable Edge confronted John Cena in the locker room area after The Nexus cornered him during his loss to Wade Barrett.
During the war of words, The Ultimate Opportunist quit Team WWE, complaining to Cena that his teammates did not involve themselves in his
match. This, after he had previously insisted that his teammates not involve themselves. Yeah, you read that correctly. Still reeling from
Edge’s abrupt departure, Cena was then confronted by Chris Jericho. The self-important Superstar demanded that the two face each other later
in the night, with the loser leaving Team WWE. Despite his protestations, Cena reluctantly agreed.
Backstage, Michael Tarver and David Otunga had informed The Great Khali that Ted DiBiase was attempting to replace him and buy his way onto
Team WWE. The pair even tried to convince Khali to join The Nexus. While the charm offensive failed, a seed was nonetheless planted.
Divas Champion Alicia Fox, Jillian & Tamina defeated Eve, Gail Kim & Natalya; Melina returned and attacked Alicia. Alicia Fox’s hot streak
just ran headlong into cold, harsh reality. The Divas Champ had teamed with Jillian & Tamina to face Eve, Gail Kim & Natalya. After watching
Tamina save her bacon, Alicia seized the baton and took credit for her team’s win. Her selfish exploits backfired, though, when a returning
Diva paid a visit: Melina! The brunette beauty attacked Alicia, sending the message that she’s back and hungry. And when the Divas Champ
tried to escape Melina, her fellow Divas forced her back in, where the striking Latina punished her and, undoubtedly, sent a chill up her
spine.
WWE Champion Sheamus defeated Goldust. What a difference a year makes. In 2009, Goldust peppered Sheamus with aggression and skill when the
two were in ECW. In their match tonight, however, the WWE Champion won easily, asserting his dominance – and then some. After the win, the
Irishman ranted about having ended Triple H’s career and then proceeded to threaten to do the same to his SummerSlam foe, Randy Orton.
John Cena defeated Chris Jericho. Apparently, Chris Jericho wasn’t really all that interested in leading Team WWE after all. Why else would
he tap out the second John Cena locked him into an STF during their Loser Leaves SummerSlam Team Match? For the self-important Superstar,
being free from Cena appeared more important than winning. To his credit, Cena offered to forget the entire episode in an effort to rebuild
Team WWE. Selfish as ever, though, Jericho rejected the olive branch and abandoned his teammates.
Backstage, Edge and Chris Jericho agree to let by gones be by gone and team up against Cena.
John Cena & Bret Hart to face Chris Jericho & Edge. In the wake of the further implosion of Team WWE, Raw’s anonymous GM arranged a tag team
match for the following Monday, pitting John Cena & WWE Hall of Famer Bret Hart against their former SummerSlam teammates Chris Jericho &
Edge, who appear to have reconnected over their mutual disdain for Cena, The Nexus and the WWE Universe. Oh, and if the tension wasn’t high
enough, all seven members of The Nexus will encircle the ring to act as lumberjacks! Who is the G.M.?
Backstage, Josh Mathews interviews Randy Orton. Talk of Sheamus.
The Great Khali defeated Ted DiBiase Jr. Wade Barrett and Skip Sheffield perched themselves ringside as Khali faced off against DiBiase.
When it appeared The “Fortunate Son” had opened a window of opportunity, Barrett and Sheffield slammed it shut, distracting DiBiase. The
ploy allowed The Punjabi Playboy to capitalize for the win. While he basked in the glow of victory, Khali even appeared appreciative of The
Nexus’ ongoing efforts, which may signal further trouble for Team WWE at SummerSlam.
Randy Orton defeated United States Champion The Miz in a Non-Title Match. Randy Orton ruined everything – at least according to The Miz. The
United States Champion complained before their match that he would also hold the WWE Title, if not for that meddling Viper, who RKO’d him last
week before he could cash in his Money in the Bank contract on a dazed WWE Champion Sheamus. During their bout, with The Celtic Warrior
scouting from ringside, Miz offered a convincing case for himself to reign as WWE Champion. However, it was The Viper who would eventually
outmaneuver Mr. Money in the Bank to score yet another victory on the path to his WWE Title Match at SummerSlam. After his win, Orton
appeared confident – perhaps overly so. He even dared Sheamus to enter the ring with him, but the Irishman begged off, possibly still
smarting from an RKO he received after gunning for his cold-blooded adversary the previous week. Or perhaps the Irishman is simply biding his
time until he can skin the snake once and for all.
MATCHES:
Edge
vs
Wade Barrett
ended in a no contest
Jillian Hall, Alicia Fox & Tamina
defeated
Eve Torres, Natalya Neidhart & Gail Kim
- NON TITLE MATCH -
WWE Champion
Sheamus
defeated
Goldust
John Cena
defeated
Chris Jericho
The Great Khali
defeated
Ted DiBiase Jr.
- NON TITLE MATCH -
Randy Orton
defeated
U.S. Champion
The Miz
Air Time: 2:04:00
Run Time: 1:38:34
RAW
#898
8-9-10 LIVE
Arco Arena
Sacramento, California
TAMINA WANTS SANTINO
Chris Jericho and Edge attacked Bret Hart; The Nexus attacked The Hart Dynasty. Oh, Canada! With just six days until SummerSlam, Bret Hart
took a break from training in Calgary to address the further deterioration of Team WWE. The legendary Canadian appeared ready to convince his
fellow countrymen, Edge and Chris Jericho, to rejoin the group. First out, the arrogant Jericho proved as condescending and stubborn as ever,
rebuffing the advice of the WWE Hall of Famer. Next up, The Ultimate Opportunist praised “Hit Man” before turning on him and attacking. Hart
countered and sent Edge to the mat, at which point, Jericho jammed a thumb in Hart’s eye. The attack came as Edge & Jericho prepare to face
The Excellence of Execution & John Cena in a tag team match later in the evening. As the two scoundrels retreated, Hart’s niece, Natalya,
hurried to the ring. She breathlessly informed her uncle that The Nexus had just ambushed The Hart Dynasty – seemingly in an effort to
prevent them as replacements on Team WWE.
Backstage, John Cena tells Bret Hart to calm down and that he is going to talk with The Great Khali.
United States Champion The Miz defeated Evan Bourne. It had been a rough couple of weeks for United States Champion The Miz. Despite
capturing the Money in the Bank contract, The Cleveland Screamer found himself stymied during his attempts to cash in. This week, he gained
a head of momentum after facing Evan Bourne in a non-title match. Although the high-flyer has been soaring lately, the U.S. Champ clipped
his opponent's wings for the victory.
Backstage, John Cena is shown talking with The Great Khali.
Melina defeated Divas Champion Alicia Fox in a Non-title Match, Divas Title Match arranged for SummerSlam. Ring rust? What ring rust? Last
week, Melina sent a message to Divas Champion Alicia Fox that she is back and intensely focused on regaining the Butterfly Championship that
she had to relinquish due to injury several months ago. This week, Melina’s message got a whole lot louder. Not only did the homecoming queen
defeat Alicia in a non-title bout, but the anonymous Raw General Manager arranged a Divas Title Match between the two at SummerSlam.
Backstage, Josh Mathews interviews The Great Khali who says he`s with team WWE and challenges Wade Barrett to a match tonight.
Backstage, Chris Jericho shows doubt of leaving team WWE.
Backstage, Mark Henry offers John Morrison and R-Truth that he`ll join team WWE.
Mark Henry vs Ted DiBiase Jr. ended in a No Contest. The Nexus persist in brutalizing any Superstar even considering joining Team WWE. The
carnage continued with Mark Henry. In the locker room area, The World’s Strongest Man asked Team WWE members John Morrison and R-Truth to
consider his bout against Ted DiBiase his audition to join their SummerSlam squad. Once The Nexus got wind of Henry’s hopes, they quickly
dashed them by attacking before the match, leaving Henry battered and immobile.
WWE Champion Sheamus scuffled with Randy Orton. In six days, the question will be answered. For now, though, the WWE Universe is wondering:
Who will hold the WWE Title after SummerSlam? The latest evidence to ponder came when current champion Sheamus called out his SummerSlam
opponent Randy Orton. As the two fierce competitors jawed back and forth, the anonymous Raw General Manager intervened via email. Through
his spokesman, announcer Michael Cole, the GM stipulated that were any Superstar to interfere in the match, they would be suspended
indefinitely. The GM also encouraged the Irishman to retaliate against The Viper’s claim that he’s scared of him. A melee ensued between the
two, and when the dust had settled, it was Orton who had bested his rival. Although The Viper could have punted Sheamus in the skull, he
uncharacteristically stopped short and instead, he actually handed the WWE Championship to the dazed Irishman.
Husky Harris, Michael McGillicutty & Alex Riley defeated Kaval, Percy Watson & Lucky Cannon; WWE Champion Sheamus attacked Kaval. As the
second season of NXT rockets skyward, six NXT Rookies brought their talents to Monday night. Husky Harris, Michael McGillicutty & Alex Riley
faced down Kaval, Percy Watson & Lucky Cannon. In the end, it was the burly Harris who snuffed out the agile Kaval to win for his team. It
was the third win in a row over Kaval for the "Army tank with the Ferrari engine." Afterward, a still fuming WWE Champion Sheamus, who had
been stewing ringside after his encounter with Randy Orton, charged the ring and further punished Kaval before barking out his frustration
to the WWE Universe.
R-Truth & John Morrison defeated William Regal & Zack Ryder. Prior to their match against William Regal & Zack Ryder, R-Truth & John Morrison
made it clear that they wanted to present a strong, united front. Mission accomplished. Truth & Morrison, both members of Team WWE,
demonstrated that they are prepared for their match against The Nexus at SummerSlam, come what may. With their SummerSlam aspirations in
question, Truth & Morrison dominated the Brit & the Twit to notch an impressive victory.
The Bella Twins defeated Eve Torres & Gail Kim and Maryse & Jillian in a Triple Threat Tag Team Summer Spectacular. Ya gotta love summer. In
a Triple Threat Tag Team Match, six sexy, smart and powerful Divas flooded the ring in a battle of bikini-clad beauties: The Bella Twins vs.
Eve & Gail Kim vs. Maryse & Jillian. As the lucky duo of Santino Marella & Vladimir Kozlov shared referee duties, Brie & Nikki took control
and overcame their strong and stunning opponents for the win.
Backstage, The Nexus ambushed The Great Khali. The Nexus have officially taken down their biggest prey to date. Earlier in the evening, The Great Khali
had challenged Wade Barrett to a match. Before the bout could take place, however, The Nexus ambushed The Punjabi Playboy, clubbing his knee.
WWE doctors have determined that The Great Khali suffered patella and ligament damage and is unlikely to compete at SummerSlam.
Backstage, The Miz offers to join team WWE. Cena and Hart accept then The Miz says I`ll let you know this Sunday.
Justin Long will host next week’s Raw. In the wake of the season’s biggest bash, SummerSlam, Justin Long will roll into Los Angeles to act as
special guest host of Raw. As the star of the comedy feature film Going the Distance, the actor promises to bring some must-see action to
Monday night.
John Cena & Bret Hart vs Edge & Chris Jericho ended in a No Contest. Marvels never cease. In a match that pitted snarling enemies, John Cena
& Bret Hart faced down Edge & Chris Jericho in a battle of current Team WWE members against two Superstars who had left the squad high and
dry. To dial up the tension, members of The Nexus were stationed outside the ring acting as "lumberjerks." During the bout, The Nexus simply
couldn’t help themselves. The seven deadly sinners climbed into the ring to confront Cena and “Hit Man.” Confident they had the two where they
wanted them, the numbers game tightened when John Morrison and R-Truth shot in to help their fellow Team WWE members. Then the seven deadly
sinners appeared shocked when Edge & Jericho eventually turned to help their former opponents. In the end, The Nexus and Team WWE exchanged
blows in a slice of what can be expected this Sunday at SummerSlam.
MATCHES:
- NON TITLE MATCH -
U.S. Champion
The Miz
defeated
Evan Bourne
- NON TITLE MATCH -
Melina
defeated
Divas Champion
Alicia Fox
Mark Henry
vs
Ted DiBiase Jr.
ended in a no contest
Husky Harris, Michael McGillicutty & Alex Riley
defeated
Kaval, Percy Watson & Lucky Cannon
R-Truth & John Morrison
defeated
William Regal & Zack Ryder
- DIVA`S SUMMER SPECTACULAR -
( TRIPLE THREAT TAG TEAM MATCH )
Nikki & Brie Bella
defeated
Eve Torres & Gail Kim
and
Maryse & Jillian Hall
John Cena & Bret Hart
vs
Edge & Chris Jericho
ended in a no contest
Air Time: 2:08:00
Run Time: 1:42:29
RAW
#899
8-16-10 LIVE
Staples Center
Los Angeles, California
YOUNG & THE RESTLESS
When Team WWE dismantled The Nexus at SummerSlam the night before, it appeared that the sun had finally set on the seven deadly sinners.
On Monday night, however, the group’s members, with the exception of one, each survived in singles competition, offering The Nexus hope that
a new day may have finally dawned.
John Cena confronted The Nexus; Raw’s General Manager arranged The Nexus vs. Team WWE in singles matches. There was simply no hiding from the
truth. Team WWE had defeated The Nexus in their match at SummerSlam, and yet Wade Barrett was attempting to spin the crushing defeat into a
rallying cry for his six disciples. What he was serving up, though, was some weak tea – and John Cena knew it. The Team WWE founder confronted
Barrett about his squad’s performance, which rankled the band of outlaws. Their pride wounded, members of The Nexus began to turn on each
other, assigning blame for the defeat. The backbiting escalated until Raw’s anonymous General Manager interrupted the meltdown to announce
that each member of The Nexus would face a member of Team WWE in singles competition, beginning with Barrett facing down his WWE Pro, Chris
Jericho. For the members of The Nexus, the singles matches have given them an opportunity to weed out any weaknesses. As they all agreed, any
member who does not win their match is no longer in The Nexus.
Wade Barrett defeated Chris Jericho. In arguably his most impressive victory to date, Wade Barrett defeated his former WWE Pro Chris Jericho
in convincing fashion. As leader of The Nexus, Barrett needed to secure the win to save face and motivate his troops, who had suffered a
disheartening loss the night before at SummerSlam.
Michael Tarver defeated Daniel Bryan. In his first appearance on Raw since suffering a vicious beating at the hands of The Nexus, Daniel
Bryan appeared determined to level his opponent, Nexus masked man Michael Tarver. Although his efforts seemed to be paying dividends, Daniel
Bryan had to contend with unfinished business from the previous night. At SummerSlam, Daniel Bryan was selected as the seventh man on Team
WWE, a position The Miz felt belonged to him. As a result, the United States Champion interfered in Daniel Bryan’s bout, causing a
distraction, which allowed Tarver to slide in for the win. As if he hadn’t done enough, Miz, with his NXT Rookie Alex Riley along to take
notes, then drove his rival's head into the Money in the Bank briefcase.
Justin Gabriel defeated Randy Orton by Count-out. The Nexus’ South African cyclone, Justin Gabriel, was scheduled to compete against Bret
Hart, but Raw’s mystery GM had other ideas. Citing his animosity toward “Hit Man,” the GM instead arranged for a new opponent, Randy Orton.
The Viper appeared to have Gabriel securely wrapped in his grip when WWE Champion Sheamus paid an unannounced visit. The Celtic Warrior, who
had lost by disqualification to Orton the night before, clashed outside the ring with his SummerSlam rival, handing Gabriel the win by
count-out. As one might imagine, the loss did not sit well with Orton, who slithered back into the ring to RKO Gabriel. Outside the squared
circle, Orton proved just as unrelenting in his counterattack on the Irishman, who also received an RKO as well as several lashes from a
metal folding chair.
David Otunga & Skip Sheffield defeated John Morrison & R-Truth. The locomotive of The Nexus continued to steam toward perfection. This time,
the conductors were David Otunga & Skip Sheffield, who were tasked with derailing Team WWE’s John Morrison & R-Truth in tag team action. As
the rest of The Nexus squad watched intently on a monitor in the locker room area, Otunga and Sheffield capitalized on their size and strength
advantage to pull apart their opponents and retain their positions within The Nexus.
Jillian, Alicia Fox & Maryse defeated Divas Champion Melina, Eve & Gail Kim. Melina was clearly distracted. The newly-minted Divas Champion
had teamed with Eve & Gail Kim against Alicia Fox, Jillian & Maryse, but she appeared leery of a surprise visit from co-Women’s Champions
Michelle McCool & Layla. After all, the pair had ganged up on her at SummerSlam just moments after she captured the Divas Title. The threat
from Team Lay-Cool never materialized, but Melina and Gail were indeed distracted. When the Divas left the ring to battle Alicia and Maryse,
Jillian took advantage and rolled up an unsuspecting Eve for the win.
Heath Slater defeated Edge by Count-out. The similarities are undeniable. Both Heath Slater and Edge boast long, flowing locks and a penchant
for rockstar style, but that’s where the comparison ends. Prior to their match, Slater attempted to convince The Rated-R Superstar to throw
the match. For Edge, the request was tantamount to asking him to listen to the Jonas Brothers. Once in the ring, the two engaged in an
athletic clash of wills. At one point, the action even spilled out of the ring. As the referee continued his count, it was Slater who finally
managed to dart back into the squared circle to avoid the count-out while his opponent seethed on the outside in defeat before nailing Slater
with a Spear.
John Cena defeated Darren Young. A perfect record hung heavy on the shoulders of Darren Young. Each of his teammates from The Nexus had been
victorious in their matches against Team WWE members. Now it was his turn. His obstacle, however, would prove particularly momentous. Young
must face Team WWE’s de facto leader and the man who severely beat him down last month, John Cena. Also weighing heavy on Young was the fact
that were he to lose, he would be banished from The Nexus. With that in mind, the bout underwent a series of momentum shifts until, finally,
Cena asserted his imposing will. The force of such a powerhouse was too much for Young to bear as he faded in defeat. In the aftermath, The
Nexus approached the ring. Although Cena prepared himself for the worst, his tormentors allowed him to leave unharmed. Instead, they circled
their true target: Young. After punishing their only failed member, the remaining six members of The Nexus stood tall.
MATCHES:
Wade Barrett
defeated
Chris Jericho
Michael Tarver
defeated
Daniel Bryan
Justin Gabriel
defeated
Randy Orton
via a count out
David Otunga & Skip Sheffield
defeated
John Morrison & R-Truth
Jillian Hall, Alicia Fox & Maryse
defeated
Melina, Eve Torres & Gail Kim
Heath Slater
defeated
Edge
via a count out
John Cena
defeated
Darren Young
Air Time: 2:06:48
Run Time: 2:06:48
RAW
#900
8-23-10 Taped 8-16-10
Staples Center
Los Angeles, California
THE REAL EPISODE 900
During Monday Night Raw, the City of Angels played host to a pair of WWE's heavenly bodies, a contingent of deadly sinners and a half dozen
Superstars ready to clash in a battle of biblical proportions at the Night of Champions pay-per-view.
Raw General Manager allowed WWE Champion Sheamus to choose his opponent at Night of Champions. After a self-serving tirade about the “VOS,”
or Victims of Sheamus, as he referred to some of his past opponents, The Celtic Warrior boasted that he would emerge victorious at one of
WWE’s most prestigious pay-per-views, Night of Champions. After listening to the Irishman’s rant, Raw’s anonymous General Manager piped up.
He informed The Celtic Warrior that he could relax in a special throne for the evening to watch a series of matches unfold. After observing
the winners, the choice of No. 1 contender for the WWE Title would be up to Sheamus himself.
Edge defeated R-Truth. In the first match of the evening to help determine which Superstar will face Sheamus at Night of Champions, The
Rated-R Superstar laid out a convincing case. Edge faced off against the dynamism of R-Truth. The two had traded heated words with one
another in the run-up to SummerSlam, but in this exchange, it was Edge who would prevail. Afterward, The Ultimate Opportunist reminded the
WWE Champion that he is a nine-time champion, and bragged that until Sheamus defeats him, he hasn’t defeated anyone.
Chris Jericho defeated The Great Khali. In the quest to battle Sheamus at Night of Champions, Chris Jericho faced down the towering presence
of The Great Khali. By targeting his attack on Khali’s knee, which had been battered by The Nexus two weeks prior, the self-important
Superstar managed to topple The Punjabi Playboy with the Walls of Jericho. As he addressed the WWE Champion, though, informing him of his
status as the first-ever Undisputed Champion, Khali knocked Jericho from his turnbuckle perch to the arena floor.
Backstage, Josh Mathews interviews John Cena who talks of The Miz.
Divas Champion Melina defeated Jillian Hall. Thankfully, Jillian had no reason to break out in song. After pulling out a win for her team last
week, the tone-deaf Diva went head-to-head against Divas Champion Melina. Sadly for her, though, the Latina lovely appeared more focused and
notched another victory. After the match, “Women’s Co-Champions,” Layla & Michelle McCool popped up on the TitanTron to mock Melina and inform
her that the two will visit next week for Raw’s 900th episode celebration to make her an offer that is simply “flawless.”
Backstage, Josh Mathews interviews The Miz. Talk of John Cena.
Raw’s GM lifted ban on The Nexus competing for titles. As WWE Champion Sheamus rested regally atop his throne, Raw’s anonymous General
Manager shook him from his respite. The Nexus had filed out to join the Irishman on stage when the GM informed the group of outlaws that he
was lifting the ban on them competing for titles. As a result, Nexus leader Wade Barrett eagerly informed Sheamus that the “truce” between he
and the group was effectively over.
United States Champion The Miz defeated John Cena by Disqualification. When asked about The Miz’s attack on Daniel Bryan last week, John Cena
called it “petty and classless.” Needless to say, the United States Champion was not amused. When the two faced off, animosity permeated the
arena. While Mr. Money in the Bank more than held his own against one of WWE’s premier Superstars, once Cena found his footing, Miz found an
escape hatch and fled the ring. Unfortunately for Miz, Daniel Bryan appeared on the scene and was more than happy to “escort” him back to the
ring. After tossing the U.S. Champion back inside, where Cena administered an Attitude Adjustment, Daniel Bryan locked a submission hold onto
his nemesis. So intense was the hold that it required five referees to finally break it.
Santino Marella & Vladimir Kozlov defeated The Usos. One of the most unlikely pairings in WWE has turned out to be one of the most successful.
Santino Marella & Vladimir Kozlov have scored another victory on the world stage, defeating The Usos, Jimmy and Jey. After the international
triumph, Tamina halted a retaliatory strike aimed squarely at her crush, Santino. As she walked off with the Usos, the daughter of “Superfly”
Jimmy Snuka blew a passionate kiss to The Italian Stallion. Hmmm …
Randy Orton defeated Ted DiBiase Jr. and John Morrison in a Triple Threat Match. That throne must really be comfy. After all, WWE Champion
Sheamus, who has a penchant for involving himself where he doesn’t belong, actually stayed out of the Triple Threat Match between Randy
Orton, John Morrison and Ted DiBiase Jr.. The triumvirate of Superstars competed for the potential opportunity to be chosen by the Irishman to
battle him in a title match at Night of Champions. During the bout, Sheamus actually exited to deliberate before announcing who he would face
in four weeks. When the carnage was complete, it was The Viper who had snaked past his competition to secure the win.
Backstage, Josh Mathews interviews Sheamus who says he will announce his opponent next.
WWE Champion Sheamus defeated Zack Ryder; Raw’s General Manager announced Six Pack Challenge at Night of Champions. The Celtic “Worrier?”
Perhaps WWE Champion Sheamus was too concerned about facing one of WWE’s elite Superstars or maybe he’s got a soft spot for Long Island.
Whatever the reason, the Irishman chose to defend his title against Zack Ryder, not on pay-per-view, but on Raw. A grateful Ryder thanked
Sheamus for the opportunity before having his face kicked in and getting pinned inside of a mere 11 seconds. Woo, Woo, Woo. You know it!
After the match, there were several understandably irate Superstars, including Wade Barrett. The leader of The Nexus informed The Celtic
Warrior that at Night of Champions, he would invoke the title opportunity he earned after winning season one of WWE NXT. Before the rivalry
between England and Ireland could escalate, the Raw General Manager had a few points to make. Sheamus would indeed defend his title against
Barrett, the GM assured. However, he would also defend against four other Superstars in a Six Pack Challenge. Rounding out the field, the GM
chose Chris Jericho, Randy Orton, Edge and John Cena. As each man stood wearily in the ring, the mistrust proved overwhelming and the six set
out attacking one another, leaving only The Viper to stand tall after an emphatic RKO to Cena. The tension between the sextet assures that
Night of Champions is also sure to be a night to remember.
MATCHES:
Edge
defeated
R-Truth
Chris Jericho
defeated
The Great Khali
" DIVAS CHAMPIONSHIP "
Melina
defeated
Jillian Hall
retaining the title
- NON TITLE MATCH -
U.S. Champion
The Miz
defeated
John Cena
via a disqualification
Santino Marella & Vladimir Kozlov
defeated
"The Usos" Jimmy & Jey
- TRIPLE THREAT MATCH -
Randy Orton
defeated
Ted DiBiase Jr. & John Morrison
" WWE CHAMPIONSHIP "
Sheamus
defeated
Zack Ryder
retaining the title
Air Time: 2:05:00
Run Time: 1:38:22
RAW
#901
8-30-10 LIVE
TD Garden
Boston, Massachusettes
900TH EPISODE CELEBRATION
In this historic city, nearly 240 years ago, a group of men rebelled against the tyranny of the English establishment. Those American
colonists would eventually go on to overcome their British oppressors. During Raw’s 900th episode celebration, however, it would be the
Englishman who would prevail in the end.
World Heavyweight Champion Kane confronted Bret Hart; Raw GM arranged Hart vs The Undertaker. Kane’s descent into madness continues. When Bret
Hart merely mentioned his brother, The Undertaker, during Raw’s special 900th episode celebration, The Big Red Monster was thrown into a fit
of paranoia. The World Heavyweight Champion interrupted the WWE Hall of Famer, threatening to take out the icon. Before Kane could act,
though, The Hart Dynasty rushed in to intervene. While David Hart Smith & Tyson Kidd slowed The Big Red Monster, they could hardly stop him.
After disposing of the two, Kane continued to terrorize The “Hit Man.” He seemed on the verge of chokeslamming Hart when the arena lights cut
and a familiar – and familial – gong sounded. Kane’s brother, The Undertaker, suddenly appeared to confront him. Rather than challenge The
Deadman, the World Heavyweight Champion chose instead to bide his time, departing the ring. As Undertaker turned to face Hart, Raw’s anonymous
General Manager chimed in via computer to decree that, in order to honor the historic occasion, he was arranging a match for later in the
evening that hadn’t been seen on Raw in 13 years, a match pitting The Deadman against The Excellence of Execution!
U.S. Champion The Miz & Alex Riley defeated Daniel Bryan & Kaval and Kofi Kingston & Michael McGillicutty in a Triple Threat Tag Team Match.
Perform or perish. That might as well have been the ultimatum given the triumvirate of season two NXT Rookies. Just one night before the WWE
NXT season finale, the three remaining men teamed up with WWE Pros and Daniel Bryan in a Triple Threat Tag Team Match. With gallons of bad
blood pumping between the three teams, the match featured United States Champion The Miz & Alex Riley against Daniel Bryan & Kaval, plus Kofi
Kingston & Michael McGillicutty. In the end, it was the U.S. Champ and Mr. Money in the Bank who finally pinned the diminutive dynamo, Kaval,
to secure the win for his team. After the match, Daniel Bryan booted Riley onto the arena floor, prompting Miz to bash his rival over the head
with his Money in the Bank briefcase.
Divas Champion Melina & Eve defeated “Co-Women’s Champions” Layla & Michelle McCool; Championship Unification Lumberjack Match arranged for
Night of Champions. Oh, it is so on! After weeks of self-professed “Co-Women’s Champions” Layla & Michelle McCool taunting Divas Champion
Melina, it’s time to put up or shut up. After Melina and her partner, Eve, defeated Lay-Cool in a Divas Tag Team Match, the real-life “mean
girls” made Melina an offer she couldn’t refuse: One of them will face her at Night of Champions, and the winner will unify the Divas and
Women’s Championships. The lovely Latina agreed – on one condition. To ensure the match would be clean, she insisted that all of her fellow
Divas be allowed to surround the ring in a Lumberjack Match. Reluctantly, Lay-Cool agreed before storming off in a high school huff.
Backstage, Wade Garrett tells the Nexus members that he`s going to do something unforgettable tonight.
Backstage, Josh Mathews interviews Chris Jerico who say that if he doesn`t win the title at Night of Champions he is gone from WWE.
R-Truth & John Morrison vs Drew McIntyre & “Dashing” Cody Rhodes ended in a Double Disqualification. With an opportunity to face WWE Tag Team
Champions The Hart Dynasty at Night of Champions, the tag team affair was heated – perhaps overly so. R-Truth & John Morrison faced off
against Drew McIntyre & “Dashing” Cody Rhodes to determine the No. 1 contenders to the new bronze titles. With four speedy Superstars in the
ring, the action proved frenzied. In the end, however, both teams’ overzealous approach resulted in a double disqualification, meaning that
the No. 1 contenders’ position remains unfilled.
The Undertaker vs Bret Hart ended in a No Contest; World Heavyweight Champion Kane and The Nexus attacked The Deadman. Earlier in the evening,
Wade Barrett promised to do something unforgettable during Raw’s 900th episode celebration. Consider that a promise kept. As The Undertaker
prepared for his battle against Bret Hart, Barrett complained that he deserved the bout. When he tried to prove himself, however, The Deadman
summarily dispensed of him. Then, the arena suddenly darkened. When light was restored, Kane mysteriously stood where The “Hit Man” had been
just moments earlier. The two brothers of destruction circled one another before The Phenom swiftly latched onto Kane’s neck. And just a
quickly, the arena lights dimmed again. When they brightened this time, The Big Red Monster had vanished. A new plague, however, would take
his place. The Nexus, minus behemoth Skip Sheffield, who suffered a severe ankle injury a week ago, crept toward the ring and surrounded The
Deadman. The five proceeded to attack their prey to no avail when the lights cut off and on for a third time. While Kane stood atop the stage
and looked on with maniacal glee, The Nexus had somehow emerged in control. Barrett slammed Undertaker to the canvas just before Justin
Gabriel nailed the hapless Deadman with a crushing 450° Splash. The Phenom attempted to sit up, but he simply could not summon the strength.
Jack Swagger defeated Evan Bourne. Jack Swagger proclaimed himself a “conquering hero” for returning to Raw as a former World Champion. Fair
enough. But now, it was time to back up the boasts by facing Evan Bourne. In the battle of height versus flight, “The All-American American”
toppled his feisty foe as SmackDown newcomer Alberto Del Rio observed from the comfort of his sleek Bentley automobile. After the match, the
suave Del Rio recounted his physical onslaught of Rey Mysterio on SmackDown before undertaking a similar beatdown of Bourne. Mercifully, Mark
Henry wasn’t about to let it go down like that. The World’s Strongest Man saved the high-flyer and chased “rico suave” back up the ramp.
A video segment featuring the WWE in China for the first time at the World Expo, is shown.
The Big Show confronted The Straight Edge Society. CM Punk got his televangelist on again, much to the dismay of the WWE Universe. The
preachy Superstar, along with his disciple Luke Gallows, railed against Monday Night Raw and its 900 episodes, blaming the show for
everything short of locusts and floods. While Punk spat ire and brimstone, Big Show descended to the ring like an avenging angel. The World’s
Largest Athlete not only silenced Punk, he slapped him across the chest with his meaty paw. As the S.E.S. high priest high-tailed it out of
the ring and looked on, Show punished his brainwashed devotee, Gallows.
The Nexus defeated Sheamus, John Cena, Edge, Chris Jericho & Randy Orton in a 5-on-5 Tag Team Elimination Match. Timing really is everything.
At the conclusion of the night’s main event, The Nexus’ leader Wade Barrett proved that as he stood as proud and tall as London’s Big Ben.
Earlier in the evening, the Englishman was in the right place at the right time as he punished The Undertaker with a devastating slam to the
canvas. At night’s end, he – along with his Nexus cohorts – emerged victorious in a 5-on-5 Tag Team Elimination Match against WWE Champion
Sheamus, John Cena, Edge, Chris Jericho & Randy Orton. Almost immediately, Jericho and Edge ditched their team. At a distinct disadvantage,
The Celtic Warrior finally relented and was pinned by Heath Slater. Next up, Cena found himself in trouble against the overwhelming odds and
eventually succumbed to the 450° Splash of Justin Gabriel. Barrett’s fortuitous evening concluded, though, when Orton faced a 3-on-1
scenario. Although Orton has proven a staunch and worthy adversary of The Nexus and managed to eliminate Gabriel and Michael Tarver, he
nonetheless was unable to overcome Barrett’s offense in a gutting defeat. Owing to their mutual distrust of one another, the team of former
world champions appeared to implode from lack of teamwork. Not surprising, perhaps, given the fact that they will be competing for the WWE
Title at Night of Champions in three weeks. In the opening salvo for the coveted title, however, it appears Barrett has fired off one jolly
good shot.
MATCHES:
- TRIPLE THREAT TAG TEAM MATCH -
The Miz & Alex Riley
defeated
Daniel Bryan & Kaval
&
Kofi Kingston & Curt Hennig Jr.
Eve Torres & Melina
defeated
Layla & Michelle McCool
R-Truth & John Morrison
vs
Drew McIntyre & Cody Rhodes
ended via a Double Disqualification
The Undertaker
vs
Bret Hart
ended in a No Contest
Jack Swagger
defeated
Evan Bourne
- 5 ON 5 TAG TEAM ELIMINATION MATCH -
"The Nexus"
Wade Barrett, David Otunga,
Michael Tarver, Justin Gabriel & Heath Slater
defeated
Sheamus, John Cena, Edge, Chris Jericho & Randy Orton
Air Time: 2:11:00
Run Time: 1:46:08
RAW
#902
9-6-10 LIVE
Verizon Center
Washington, D.C.
CHRIS JERICHO FINISHED ?
In the shadow of the breathtaking Washington Monument, Randy Orton made a few breathtaking monumental statements of his own.
In the U.S. capital, The Viper countered the attacks of four Superstars with a flurry of RKOs.
Randy Orton confronted The Nexus; Raw GM arranged main events. Modest. Humble. Self-effacing. Three characteristics foreign to the arrogant
Superstars of The Nexus. The five outlaws kicked off Raw by recapping last week’s episode, in which they ganged up on The Undertaker and
punished The Phenom, and also prevailed in a 5-on-5 Tag Team Elimination Match after both Chris Jericho and Edge abandoned their squad.
When the five members took turns bragging, Randy Orton interrupted the self-righteous revelry. Just when the rhetoric between Wade Barrett
and The Viper became overheated, Raw’s anonymous General Manager broke in to inform Nexus that while their collective effort may have been
impressive, they would be put to the test as individuals tonight. First up, The Nexus’ leader Wade Barrett would face Orton, the man he
pinned last week to win the main event match. Next, Justin Gabriel would battle the man he pinned the week before, John Cena. And neither
Nexus member would enjoy the assistance of their fellow outlaws since The Nexus is banned from ringside during both bouts.
John Morrison defeated Chris Jericho. After deserting their teammates in last week’s 5-on-5 Tag Team Elimination Match, Chris Jericho and Edge
were informed by the Raw GM that they must win their singles matches tonight in order to maintain their slots in the Six Pack Challenge at
Night of Champions. An ill-tempered Jericho was none too happy, especially when his opponent was revealed to be The Guru of Greatness, John
Morrison. Unfortunately for Jericho, his fury was only compounded when Morrison toppled Mr. Vocabulary, not only handing him a loss but, in
essence, booting him from the Six Pack Challenge and snuffing out any hope he may have had of capturing the WWE Title.
Divas Champion Melina defeated Alicia Fox. Invoking her rematch clause, former Divas Champion Alicia Fox challenged current champion Melina
to a title match. Angered that she might be relegated to “lumberjill” status during the Divas and Women’s Championship Unification Lumberjill
Match, Fox needed a win to recapture the spotlight. Alas, the towering Floridian came up short against Melina, who retained her title.
Backstage, Josh Mathews interviews The Miz.
Backstage, Zack Ryder challenges Edge.
Backstage, Ted Dibiase Jr. and Maryse disagree.
John Cena defeated Justin Gabriel. John Cena wasn’t about to give Justin Gabriel the satisfaction. The South African had already hit Cena
with three 450° Splashes over the past few months, including one the week before, after which Gabriel had pinned Cena. This week would tell a
far different story. Without his contingent of Nexus cronies to rely upon, Gabriel failed to notch a fourth devastating 450° Splash. In fact,
he appeared to flail in the face of Cena’s strength and size advantage, finally succumbing to a vengeful Attitude Adjustment off the top rope
to end the match.
United States Champion The Miz accepted title match challenge from Daniel Bryan. The Miz has arrived. Despite his arrogance, the United States
Champion does deserve some credit. After all, he did make it onto the cover of this month’s WWE Magazine. As Mr. Money in the Bank boasted
about the honor, Daniel Bryan cut him short. Daniel Bryan respectfully asked for a title match against Miz at Night of Champions. Miz
accepted, so that, as he said, he might embarrass his nemesis. As the two Superstars shook on it, “The Cleveland Screamer” took a cheap shot.
Daniel Bryan, however, flipped the script and locked Miz in the LeBell Lock. Just as it appeared Miz was prepared to tap out, his season two
NXT Rookie Alex Riley charged the ring from the audience and rescued the United States Champion. Afterward, Miz allowed Riley to get locked
into the LeBell Lock and suffer as he simply looked on. Once Daniel Bryan had released the hold, he then kicked over the poster-sized photo
of the magazine cover Miz had so smugly displayed.
John Cena will face winner of Randy Orton vs Wade Barrett match. Raw’s anonymous General Manager chimed in to inform the WWE Universe that
the winner of the match pitting Randy Orton against Wade Barrett will be “rewarded” with a match against John Cena on next week’s Raw. Adding
to the excitement of next week’s show, Raw Roulette returns! The high-stakes wheel promises to provide a series of unexpected and must-watch
matches.
Edge defeated The Great Khali. With his spot in the Six Pack Challenge hanging in the balance, Edge hoped to defeat his opponent, The Great
Khali, by count-out. The victory, however, left Raw’s anonymous General Manager hungry for more. As a result, the GM announced that the match
must end with a definitive conclusion and would be an Over-the-Top-Rope Challenge. Since Khali captured the World Heavyweight Championship in
a joust of this kind, the stipulation appeared to favor the Punjabi giant. The Ultimate Opportunist, however, wasn’t beaten yet. Despite the
tremendous setback, Edge managed to depose his lofty adversary, sending him tumbling over the top rope and maintaining his slot in the Six
Pack Challenge at Night of Champions.
Backstage, Josh Mathews tries ti interview Chris Jericho who says nothing. John Morrison then tries to talk to Jericho, who again says nothing.
Randy Orton defeated Wade Barrett. Randy Orton seemed a man possessed. In the night’s main event match, The Viper faced off against Wade
Barrett as WWE Champion Sheamus, Edge and John Cena looked on from ringside. And although the opponents appeared evenly matched, Orton
slithered past his foe when the leader of The Nexus was haunted by a face from his past: Darren Young. The banished Nexus member distracted
Barrett long enough to allow The Viper to level him with an RKO and prevail in the match. Orton, however, was hardly content with a singular
strike. He subsequently coiled around Young, Edge and Sheamus, leaving each incapacitated by an RKO. Although Cena entered the ring as well,
the two appeared justifiably cautious in the presence of one another, content to stare each other down until next week when they will happily
settle any scores.
MATCHES:
John Morrison
defeated
Chris Jericho
" DIVAS CHAMPIONSHIP "
Melina
defeated
Alicia Fox
retaining the title
John Cena
defeated
Justin Gabriel
Edge
defeated
The Great Khali
via a count out
- OVER THE TOP ROPE CHALLENGE -
Edge
defeated
The Great Khali
Randy Orton
defeated
Wade Barrett
Air Time: 2:07:00
Run Time: 1:39:35
RAW
#903
9-13-10 LIVE
U.S. Bank Arena
Cincinnati, Ohio
RAW ROULETTE
With just six days until Night of Champions, several competitors in that night’s Six Pack Elimination Challenge pushed their luck with Raw’s
Roulette Wheel. Some hit the jackpot in their matches, while others saw their fortunes dwindle at the tables.
John Cena to face Randy Orton in a Tables Match in the night’s main event. Who’s feeling lucky? John Cena and Randy Orton watched as the Raw
Roulette Wheel spun to decide the type of match they must compete in. The Viper seemed pleased when the wheel stopped on a Tables Match.
Orton’s demeanor may have had everything to do with the fact that the last time Cena competed in a Tables Match, he dropped the WWE
Championship to Sheamus. As Cena reminded announcer Josh Mathews, however, that happened right around the time the “Legendary” star last
faced and defeated Orton.
Raw special guest star Chad Ochocinco confronted U.S. Champion The Miz. Even his fellow Ohioans can hardly stomach The Miz. The United States
Champion patted himself on the back before insulting Raw’s special guest star, Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver and VH1 reality show star Chad
Ochocinco. As the two outspoken athletes traded barbs, Raw’s anonymous General Manager interrupted to reveal the stipulation Miz must compete
in, as determined by the Raw Roulette Wheel: A Submission Match. Much to Miz’s chagrin, the GM then allowed Ochocinco to choose Mr. Money in
the Bank’s opponent. Despite protests from Miz, you guessed it, the football player chose submission specialist Daniel Bryan.
Daniel Bryan vs U.S. Champion The Miz ended in a No Contest. During his match against Daniel Bryan, The Miz came dangerously close to tapping
out. In an odd coincidence, all the struggling Miz did to try and break free must have caused him to develop the world’s fastest growing
hernia – or so he claimed. The United States Champion insisted on dropping out of the Submission Match due to the phantom hernia, so that he
could save himself for his title defense against Daniel Bryan at Night of Champions. He then nominated his season two WWE NXT Rookie Alex
Riley to fill his boots.
Daniel Bryan defeated Alex Riley in a Submission Match. Subbing for his WWE Pro, The Miz, Alex Riley appeared eager to avenge his mentor. The
season two WWE NXT Rookie grappled with Daniel Bryan in a Submission Match after the United States Champion forfeited the match due to a
“hernia”. Riley, however, was no match for the submission specialist and eventually tapped out. In a miracle that will undoubtedly be
documented in countless medical journals, Mr. Money in the Bank then appeared in perfect health as he bolted into the ring to ambush his
Night of Champions opponent. Daniel Bryan, however, countered the attack and locked Miz into the agonizing LeBell Lock.
Edge defeated Evan Bourne in a Body Slam Challenge; Mark Henry defeated Edge in a Body Slam Challenge. It’s safe to say that Edge and Raw’s
General Manager will not be exchanging Christmas cards this year. Last week, the GM punished The Rated-R Superstar for earlier transgressions
he made by requiring him to battle The Great Khali twice. This week, the GM arranged for Edge to compete against Evan Bourne in a Body Slam
Challenge as designated by the Raw Roulette Wheel. The Ultimate Opportunist used his size advantage to prevail in the contest, but then he
crossed the line and Speared Bourne for no apparent reason. That’s when the GM prescribed a second dose of punishment in the form of Mark
Henry. The Rated-R Superstar was forced to take his medicine against The World’s Strongest Man with the same stipulation. This time, Edge
would have too much difficulty powering his sizable foe overhead and was eventually slammed in defeat by Henry.
R-Truth & Eve Torres defeated Ted DiBiase Jr. & Maryse in a Song and Dance Match. Ted DiBiase Jr. may have millions of dollars, but he
certainly hasn’t spent any on singing lessons. The “Fortunate Son” and his special lady friend, Maryse, competed against R-Truth & Eve in a
Song and Dance Match. Truth dropped his new joint, “Krunk,” to which Eve did some sexy shaking. For his part, DiBiase Jr. strangled the
Sinatra classic, “My Way,” while Maryse pranced around him. The audience determined the winners, Truth & Eve, which didn’t sit well with the
moneyed menaces. DiBiase Jr. & Maryse proceeded to attack, but before any damage could be done, Truth & Eve busted a few moves of their own
to emerge unscathed.
WWE Champion Sheamus defeated John Morrison in a Falls Count Anywhere Match. It was the opportunity of a lifetime. John Morrison had defeated
Chris Jericho the week prior, and now he would be competing against WWE Champion Sheamus in a Falls Count Anywhere Match to earn a spot in the
Six Pack Challenge at Night of Champions. Unfortunately, Chris Jericho, the man he might replace, wasn’t about to step aside so easily. The
Guru of Greatness leveraged his athleticism and agility against The Celtic Warrior, who appeared determined to make a statement just six days
before Night of Champions. As the duo battled up the entrance ramp, Jericho appeared and bashed Morrison from behind with a steel chair,
allowing the Irishman the victory.
Chris Jericho defeated WWE Tag Team Champions The Hart Dynasty in a Steel Cage Handicap Match. After ruining John Morrison’s opportunity to
replace him in the Six Pack Challenge at Night of Champions, Chris Jericho chucked a tantrum. He sat in the ring until the GM finally
acknowledged him. Rather than allow ever-conceited Superstar to grind the show to a halt, the GM arranged a Steel Cage Handicap Match
pitting Jericho against WWE Tag Team Champions The Hart Dynasty. If Jericho prevailed, he would then be included in the Six Pack Challenge
Match. However, the Six Pack Challenge is now a Six Pack Elimination Challenge – beginning with six men, then once someone is pinned or
submits, that Superstar is eliminated until there is a sole winner. Once the sinister structure was lowered into place, Jericho went about
attempting to dismantle David Hart Smith & Tyson Kidd. Not an easy task. While Hart Smith escaped the cage, Kidd opted to face Jericho, to
prove his bones. The young Superstar, though, had underestimated his foe. The wily Canadian struggled mightily and finally overcame Kidd,
forcing him to tap out to secure both the victory and his slot in the Six Pack Elimination Challenge.
Goldust defeated William Regal in a Trading Places Match. Lookin’ good, Regal! Feelin’ good, Goldust! In one of the more bizarre bouts in
WWE, William Regal faced off against Goldust in a Trading Places Match, meaning the two men must swap ring attire and entrance music before
battle. With Regal (as Goldust) snapping and biting, it was Goldust (as Regal) who pulled brass knuckles out of his trunks and locked in the
win for Mother England and, well, weirdoes everywhere.
Randy Orton defeated John Cena in a Tables Match. John Cena and Randy Orton hadn’t faced one another in singles competition since December of
2009. That lapse in no way diminished the animosity that has always simmered just below the surface. During their Tables Match in the night’s
main event, those callous feelings could no longer be contained. As the battle progressed, various Superstars would power through more lumber
than a Home Depot. In the end, Barrett (and his Nexus cohorts), Edge and Jericho, and The Celtic Warrior would all invade the ring. Barrett
and The Nexus attempted to upend both Cena and Orton, but together the two would dispose of the five members, mostly by sending them through
tables. Next up, The Ultimate Opportunist and the ever-conceited Canadian attempted to disrupt the proceedings. Instead, The Viper sent the
two of them headlong into the same piece of splintering lumber. Meanwhile, outside the ring, Cena seized the WWE Champion, heaved him atop his
granite shoulders and sent him hurtling onto the cold, hard arena floor with an Attitude Adjustment. Finally, Cena snatched Orton up onto his
shoulders and readied him for yet another Attitude Adjustment. Just when it appeared The Apex Predator would soon crash through one of the
tables, though, he turned the AA inside out, coiling his arm around Cena’s neck and administering a mid-air RKO. The lethal maneuver sent
his opponent crashing through the long lumber platform for the win and a sizable helping of momentum heading into Sunday evening.
MATCHES:
- SUBMISSION MATCH -
( NON TITLE )
Daniel Bryan
vs
U.S. Champion
Mike "The Miz" Mizanin
ended in a No Contest
- SUBMISSION MATCH -
Daniel Bryan
defeated
Alex Riley
- BODY SLAM CHALLENGE MATCH -
Edge
defeated
Evan Bourne
- BODY SLAM CHALLENGE MATCH -
Mark Henry
defeated
Edge
- SONG AND DANCE MATCH -
R-Truth & Eve Torres
defeated
Ted DiBiase Jr. & Maryse
- FALLS COUNT ANYWHERE MATCH -
( NON TITLE )
WWE Champion
Sheamus
defeated
John Morrison
- STEEL CAGE HANDICAP MATCH -
Chris Jericho
defeated
"The Hart Dynasty"
David Hart Smith & Tyson Kidd
- TRADING PLACES MATCH -
Goldust
defeated
William Regal
- TABLES MATCH -
Randy Orton
defeated
John Cena
Air Time: 2:07:00
Run Time: 1:40:12
RAW
#904
9-20-10 LIVE
Conseco Fieldhouse
Indianapolis, Indiana
C U IN HELL
Twenty-four hours earlier, at Night of Champions, several WWE Superstars were in heaven when they earned new championships. During Raw,
however, WWE Champion Randy Orton, Sheamus, John Cena and Wade Barrett realized they'll be feeling the heat when they compete at the Hell
in a Cell pay-per-view inside the American Airlines Center in Dallas.
WWE Champion Randy Orton vs. Sheamus at Hell in a Cell arranged by Raw GM. One man’s triumph is often another man’s tragedy. That adage
certainly proved true at the conclusion of Night of Champions less than 24 hours earlier when Randy Orton and then-WWE Champion Sheamus
found themselves the last two competitors remaining in the Six Pack Elimination Challenge. In the end, though, The Viper’s skill and
athleticism would overcome the pound and fury of the Irishman, who he leveled with an RKO to capture the WWE Title. With only a day to digest
his victory, new WWE Champion Orton entered the Conseco Fieldhouse brandishing the title to the roar of the WWE Universe. The spectacle proved
too agonizing for Sheamus, who interrupted the celebration to complain and point out that he’d never lost the title in a singles match. His
bellyaching caught the attention of the Raw General Manager, who chimed in to inform the two that they will compete for the WWE Title inside
Satan’s Structure at the Hell in a Cell pay-per-view in two weeks. And this time, there will be no disqualifications, no count-outs, no
escapes and, most pointedly of all, no excuses. After the match was announced, Sheamus insisted Orton hand over the WWE Title. Careful what
you wish for. The Viper tossed the championship into the Irishman’s hands and then leveled him with an RKO. But as Orton set up to punt
Sheamus’ skull, The Celtic Warrior quickly scuttled out of the ring.
WWE Tag Team Champions Drew McIntyre & “Dashing” Cody Rhodes defeated Santino Marella & Vladimir Kozlov. It’s one thing when Kane wins a
championship. After all, it gives that hideous specimen something to live for, right? But now, striking Superstars Drew McIntyre and Cody
Rhodes are sporting the WWE Tag Team Titles after defeating The Hart Dynasty and three other teams in Tag Team Turmoil at Night of Champions.
Man, life just isn’t fair. The handsome pair managed to rub it in even further when they battled Santino Marella & Vladimir Kozlov in a
non-title bout on Raw, one night after their huge win. McIntyre & Rhodes continued their winning streak with – what else? – a gorgeous
victory.
John Morrison defeated Chris Jericho. Alert the media! Mr. Vocabulary has been rendered speechless! In his latest colossal letdown, Chris
Jericho failed in his quest to defeat The Shaman of Sexy, John Morrison. Jericho was left to ponder where exactly his mojo ran off to after
this, his second indignity in just 24 hours. His first humiliation came at Night of Champions when he was quickly booted from the Six Pack
Elimination Challenge after a blink-and-you’ll-miss-it performance.
U.S. Champion Daniel Bryan defeated Edge by Disqualification. Excuses needed for Miz, stat! One day after losing the United States
Championship to Daniel Bryan, The “Cleveland Screamer” employed some medical mumbo-jumbo in hopes of explaining away the loss. Mr. Money in
the Bank then sat at the announcer’s table as the new U.S. Champ faced off against Edge. During the bout, Miz’s protégé, Alex Riley,
distracted the ref long enough to allow Miz to interfere. The confusion paved the way for The Ultimate Opportunist to roll up Daniel Bryan
for the win. Unfortunately for Edge, the Raw GM sees all. The anonymous GM reversed the referee’s decision, awarding the match to Daniel
Bryan by disqualification. The Rated-R Superstar then went off on a rant against the GM once the decision was announced. The Miz and Riley
also went off on Daniel Bryan. The U.S. Champ suffered a frat-boy beatdown at the hands of his two tormentors.
“Co-Unified Divas Champion” Layla defeated Melina. It was supposed to be payback time for Melina. The Latina lovely sought to punish Layla
for interfering in her Unification Lumberjill Match against Michelle McCool at Night of Champions and costing her the Unified Divas
Championship. With her partner McCool looking on at ringside, Layla faced down Melina in the title match. Unfortunately for Melina, the
self-described “Unified Divas Champions” would once again strut from the ring with their championship belts severed but their Unified Divas
Championship intact.
WWE Champion Randy Orton to face Chris Jericho next week. His losing streak persisting, Chris Jericho is lashing out. After threatening to
reveal the identity of the anonymous Raw General Manager, Jericho was confronted by new WWE Champion Randy Orton. The Viper challenged
Jericho to a match the following week, stating that if he wins, he’s confident he won’t have to see Jericho’s face again “for a long,
long time.” Jericho agreed to the match, claiming he’s made a career out of “embarrassing people who underestimate me.”
Eve Torres & R-Truth defeated Maryse & Ted DiBiase Jr.. It’s true what they say, money can’t buy happiness. Just ask Ted DiBiase. The
“Fortunate Son” and his special lady friend, Maryse, competed against R-Truth & Eve for the second week in a row. And once again, the
well-heeled couple came up bankrupt, this time, Eve pinning Maryse for the victory. After the match, an anonymous message – the second in as
many weeks – popped up on the Titan Tron stating, “I” “Will” “Have” “You,” prompting more tension between the moneyed pair.
John Cena defeated The Nexus in a Gauntlet Match by Disqualification; John Cena and Wade Barrett agreed to a match at Hell in a Cell. John
Cena was really looking forward to punishing his longtime tormentor, Wade Barrett. Instead, the Englishman arranged a Gauntlet Match
featuring the members of The Nexus against Cena. With little choice, Cena agreed and methodically proceeded to muscle his way through
Heath Slater, David Otunga and Michael Tarver. Before he could polish off Justin Gabriel, though, Nexus charged the ring, pummeling Cena
and allowing him to win by disqualification. After the bout, Cena rampaged against the band of outlaws, sending them scurrying up the entrance
ramp. After The Nexus’ retreat, Cena proposed a challenge of his own to the group’s leader: The two of them one-on-one when Hell in a Cell
takes place inside the American Airlines Center in Dallas. Before consenting, though, Barrett proposed that were he to win, Cena must join
The Nexus. Cena agreed, but only on one condition: If he were to win, The Nexus must disband. The Englishman reluctantly agreed as the two
men narrowed their eyes on one another, eager to end their hostilities once and for all within the confines of the Devil’s Playground.
MATCHES:
- NON TITLE MATCH -
WWE Tag Team Champions
Drew McIntyre & Cody Rhodes
defeated
Santino Marella & Vladimir Kozlov
John Morrison
defeated
Chris Jericho
U.S. Champion
Daniel Bryan
defeated
Edge
via a disqualification
" CO-UNIFIED DIVAS CHAMPIONSHIP "
Layla
defeated
Melina
retaining the title
Eve Torres & R-Truth
defeated
Maryse & Ted DiBiase Jr.
- GAUNTLET MATCH -
John Cena
defeated
The Nexus
via a disqualification
Air Time: 2:07:24
Run Time: 2:07:24
RAW
#905
9-27-10 Taped 9-20-10
Conseco Fieldhouse
Indianapolis, Indiana
ORTON PUNTS JERICHO
It’s been said that the road to hell is paved with good intentions. Whoever thought up that must have never watched Raw. There are a galaxy
of Superstars who have never nurtured a good intention in their lives, and with just one week until they find themselves in “Hell,” they
aren’t about to start now.
The Miz & Alex Riley defeated United States Champion Daniel Bryan & John Morrison; Raw GM arranged U.S. Championship Triple Threat
Submissions Count Anywhere Match. The Miz may consider himself a sage and wise teacher, but the egomaniac still has a lot to learn. After
spouting off about how he’s better than the U.S. Champion Daniel Bryan, The “Cleveland Screamer” teamed with his assistant Alex Riley in a
tag match against Daniel Bryan and … Miz’s former partner, John Morrison! Although Miz managed to squeak out a victory due to a miscalculation
by the opposition, the fight continued outside the ring, prompting the anonymous Raw General Manager to chime in. The GM arranged a match for
Hell in a Cell that puts Miz at a distinct disadvantage: A U.S. Championship Triple Threat Submissions Count Anywhere Match. In short, the
stipulations favor submissions specialist Daniel Bryan and the man whose athleticism translates anywhere, John Morrison.
Natalya won Diva Battle Royal to become No. 1 contender to the Unified Divas Championship. The pink-and-black attack is back. The Hart
Dynasty’s Natalya seized her opportunity in a Diva Battle Royal to become the No. 1 contender to the Unified Divas Championship. The beautiful
powerhouse defeated Melina, Eve, Gail Kim, Alicia Fox, Maryse, Jillian, Tamina and The Bella Twins as current Unified Divas Champion Michelle
McCool and her “Flawless” co-conspirator, Layla, observed from ringside.
Ted DiBiase Jr. received an unusual note. Mo’ money, mo’ problems. Golden couple Ted DiBiase Jr. and Maryse continued to experience
relationship turmoil after the French Canadian lost in the Divas Battle Royal. As The “Fortunate Son” attempted to console her, someone
slipped a note under their door. The missive was addressed to DiBiase and contained the cryptic message, “Next week … you WILL be mine.”
Sheamus vs The Great Khali ended in a No Contest. Sheamus seemed determined to send a message to his Hell in a Cell opponent, WWE Champion
Randy Orton. As a result, the Irishman challenged any Superstar from the Raw roster to face him, and, in return, he received a rather large
volunteer, The Great Khali. Normally, The Punjabi Giant would make chutney of his rivals, but The Celtic Warrior was in no mood for the former
World Heavyweight Champion and pummeled his opponent into submission. Randy Orton, are you listening?
Raw’s anonymous General Manager visited “The Cutting Edge”; John Cena defeated Edge. It was a “Cutting Edge” first and, hopefully, last. Edge
conducted his talk show segment with the disembodied, electronically-modified voice of the anonymous Raw GM through the omnipresent laptop
computer. A frustrated Edge continually berated the GM, who apparently had heard enough and placed The Rated-R Superstar in a match against
John Cena. Although The Ultimate Opportunist was irate, he nonetheless tackled the challenge with aplomb, seemingly winning the bout.
Unfortunately for him, Cena’s foot had been under the rope, nullifying his victory. The Raw GM then called for the match to continue, and an
exasperated Edge quickly tapped out to Cena’s STF. So enraged was Edge at the decision that he armed himself with a steel chair and, despite
the GM’s warnings to the contrary, proceeded to smash the laptop into a thousand angry pieces.
The Nexus’ Justin Gabriel & Heath Slater defeated Evan Bourne & Mark Henry; Nexus threatened to invade SmackDown. The power and quickness of
Mark Henry & Evan Bourne may seem like thunder and lightning, but leave it to The Nexus to rain on their parade. Nexus’ members Heath Slater
& Justin Gabriel teamed together to take down the duo in a tag team encounter. Afterward, the other members of Nexus came forth to make an
ominous announcement. Just two days before Hell in a Cell takes place at the American Airlines Center in Dallas, the band of outlaws promised
to invade the premiere of Friday Night SmackDown on its new home – Syfy. Upon hearing the plans of his Hell in a Cell opponent, Wade Barrett,
John Cena vowed to show up at the SmackDown Syfy premiere as well, adding that, if he runs into the group, “Hell in a Cell will start early.”
Johnny Knoxville to act as special guest star next week. King of the Jackass crew, Johnny Knoxville, will bring his high-octane hijinx to Raw
next week as special guest star of Raw. What sort of stunts will the star of the Jackass 3-D feature film uncork on the Raw roster?
WWE Tag Team Champions Drew McIntyre & Cody Rhodes defeated The Hart Dynasty. The Hart Dynasty continues to undergo palpitations. After David
Hart Smith & Tyson Kidd lost their match against WWE Tag Team Champions Drew McIntyre & “Dashing” Cody Rhodes, the two began bickering with
one another. In an attempt to calm things, Natalya acted as peacemaker. Although the two simmered significantly, their anger was clearly just
below the skin.
WWE Champion Randy Orton vs Chris Jericho ended in a No Contest. This was to be Chris Jericho’s moment, the match that would render all of his
recent misfortunes obsolete. If Jericho could manage to defeat WWE Champion Randy Orton, he would indeed resurrect his standing in WWE. Alas,
not only would victory escape him, medics would be required to tend to his unconscious body. Although Jericho poured every ounce of cunning
and energy into the squared circle, even an attack on Orton by Sheamus and his attempted use of a steel chair against The Viper would prove
useless. Orton appeared to be at the height of his powers, damaging the Irishman and dodging the metal weapon to level Jericho with an RKO.
With his Hell in a Cell opponent, Sheamus, observing at ringside, WWE’s Apex Predator seemed to relish his next move. His opponent hobbled,
Orton charged, swung back his leg and punted Jericho squarely in the skull. The kick transformed the ever-conceited Canadian into an oozing
pile of flesh, who left the ring on a stretcher. The ruthless kick also undoubtedly left a strong impression on The Celtic Warrior with less
than a week until he and The Viper square off in Hell.
MATCHES:
The Miz & Alex Riley
defeated
Daniel Bryan & John Morrison
- DIVA BATTLE ROYAL -
Natalya Neidhart
defeated
Melina, Eve Torres, Gail Kim, Alicia Fox,
Maryse, Jillian Hall, Tamina & The Bella Twins
becoming No. 1 contender for the Unified Divas Championship
Sheamus
vs
The Great Khali
ended in a No Contest
John Cena
defeated
Edge
Justin Gabriel & Heath Slater
defeated
Evan Bourne & Mark Henry
" WWE TAG TEAM CHAMPIONSHIP "
Drew McIntyre & Cody Rhodes
defeated
"The Hart Dynasty"
David Hart Smith & Tyson Kidd
retaining the titles
- NON TITLE MATCH -
WWE Champion
Randy Orton
vs
Chris Jericho
ended in a No Contest
Air Time: 2:06:00
Run Time: 1:41:33
RAW
#906
10-4-10 LIVE
Intrust Bank Arena
Wichita, Kansas
CENA IS NEXUS
WWE has been forever altered. One night after Hell in a Cell, John Cena, arguably WWE’s brightest Superstar, was forced into a shadowy
arrangement with one of the darkest forces Raw has ever known, The Nexus, and the group's petulant principal, Wade Barrett.
John Cena officially joined The Nexus. Impossible. That seemed to be the most appropriate word to describe it. Less than 24 hours after
losing his match to Wade Barrett at Hell in a Cell, John Cena suffered the consequences. As a man of his word, Cena faced Barrett and his
cohorts in The Nexus, donned one of their trademark armbands and read a statement describing himself as an official member of the group.
The gutting transformation took place after it was revealed that Cena lost in great measure thanks to season two NXT Rookies Michael
McGillicutty and Husky Harris, who interfered at Hell in a Cell. Naturally, Barrett denied any knowledge of their plans. Afterward, he
permitted Cena to choose a partner in a tag team match against Mark Henry & Evan Bourne. The Nexus’ newest and most reluctant member chose
a man who, moments earlier, had relished presenting him with his distinctive armband: Michael Tarver.
Mark Henry & Evan Bourne defeated John Cena & Michael Tarver; Raw GM threatened to terminate Cena’s contract. John Cena may have been forced
to join The Nexus, but he won’t be forced to compete – not to his potential, anyway. The Nexus’ newest member paired with Michael Tarver to
face Mark Henry & Evan Bourne. It appeared clear to Tarver that his partner was holding back. In fact, when Tarver attempted to tag Cena in,
the Legendary star begged off, permitting Henry to prevail for his team with The World’s Strongest Slam. After allowing his tag team
opponents to win, Cena informed his partner and his new Nexus cohorts, that he plans on doing just one thing: Destroying the group from
within. He began by dismantling Tarver in the middle of the ring. His actions, however, would not be tolerated. Raw’s anonymous General
Manager informed the Legendary star that he must live up to his own stipulations. Having lost to Barrett at Hell in a Cell, Cena must act in
good faith. Should he choose to rebel, the Raw GM informed him that his WWE contract “will be terminated.”
Natalya Neidhart defeated Alicia Fox. Natalya aimed her Sharpshooter squarely at Alicia Fox and nailed her target. Bret Hart’s niece entered
her singles match clearly still steamed after Hell in a Cell the night before. In her victorious Unified Divas Championship Match against
Michelle McCool, Natalya had locked in the lethal submission, but failed to capture the title since McCool’s BFF, Layla, threw her shoes at
her and caused a disqualification. After forcing Fox to submit, Natalya vowed to not only affix the Sharpshooter on both members of Team
Lay-Cool but also to secure the Unified Divas Championship.
Backstage, Johnny Knoxville watches Zack Ryder get a high fived in the face from the big hand. Knoxville says Ryder is such a tool.
Backstage, Josh Mathews interviews John Cena who says all he has ever done is wrestle for WWE.
U.S. Champion Daniel Bryan defeated Sheamus by Disqualification. Momentum can only take you so far. Despite prevailing over both The Miz and John
Morrison at Hell in a Cell, United States Champion Daniel Bryan would soon discover his limitations in the form of The Celtic Warrior. Having
lost in a grueling Hell in a Cell Match against WWE Champion Randy Orton, Sheamus was not in a trifling mood. The Irishman punished Daniel
Bryan in a most brutal fashion, getting disqualified, but also reestablishing himself as one of WWE’s most feared Superstars.
Raw GM announced 20-Man Battle Royal to determine No. 1 contender to WWE Championship; Edge traded to SmackDown. The anonymous Raw General
Manager had had enough of Edge’s temper tantrums. After the GM’s spokesman, Michael Cole, announced a 20-Man Battle Royal would commence
later in the evening to determine the No. 1 contender to the WWE Championship at WWE Bragging Rights, he dropped an even bigger bombshell:
Edge would not be included. The Rated-R Superstar demanded to know why, and the GM (via Cole) told him it was because he was being traded to
SmackDown. Rather than fly off the handle, though, The Ultimate Opportunist seemed more relieved than anything. After enduring a few verbal
jabs from Edge, Cole confronted his tormentor, telling him that his recent woes are self-inflicted. Taking umbrage, Edge appeared ready to
punish Cole. That’s when The Miz and his assistant, Alex Riley, intervened and berated Edge for disparaging Cole. The argument escalated,
and the three devolved into fisticuffs until The Rated-R Superstar hit Riley with a Spear. A recovered Mr. Money in the Bank, however,
quickly took down Edge with a Skull-Crushing Finale.
Backstage, Wade Barrett tells John Cena that he is to help him win the battle royal tonight.
The Bella Twins defeated “Co-Unified Divas Champions” Lay-Cool. With their mouths firing on all cylinders, Team Lay-Cool sputtered inside
the ring. Fresh off of narrowly retaining their self-proclaimed “Co-Unified Divas Championships,” Michelle McCool & Layla faced off against
The Bella Twins. Rather than proving their worth, WWE’s Mean Girls instead provided running commentary during their match! The verbose
approach failed when McCool found herself pinned and handed a loss.
Backstage, Ted Dibiase Jr. and Maryse get high fived by the big hand and Knoxville tells Ted he didn`t mean for it to happen to him.
Goldust took Ted DiBiase Jr.`s Million Dollar Title. Call it “Goldlust.” For weeks, Ted DiBiase Jr. and girlfriend Maryse had received
suggestive messages seemingly directed at the golden couple. Although Maryse thought perhaps the messages were a prank, compliments of Raw
guest star Johnny Knoxville, she soon realized that the Jackass 3D jester had no part in them. Rather, Goldust emerged to lay claim – not to
her or even her loaded lover. Instead, The Bizarre One would wrap his gloved mitts around the Million Dollar Title, which he stole away like
a freak in the night.
Backstage, David Otunga tries to be John Cena`s friend.
Wade Barrett won 20-Man Battle Royal. Wade Barrett should play the lottery – and soon. Despite exceedingly long odds, the Englishman emerged
victorious in a 20-Man Battle Royal to emerge as the No. 1 contender to the WWE Championship. The Nexus leader added the feat to his lengthy
list of accomplishments, including defeating John Cena the night before at Hell in a Cell. The victory did not come without assistance.
Despite his reluctance, The Nexus’ newest disciple, Cena, assisted the group’s leader on several occasions throughout the match. Finally,
with Barrett, Cena and Sheamus remaining, the Legendary star tossed the Irishman over the rope. Barrett then called on Cena to fall on his
sword and step over the top rope, which The Nexus’ newest member reluctantly did in order to prevent being fired. In the wake of the surprise
victory, WWE Champion Randy Orton came directly to the ring to taunt his WWE Bragging Rights opponent, flashing the title in the Englishman’s
face for all the WWE Universe to see.
MATCHES:
Mark Henry & Evan Bourne
defeated
John Cena & Michael Tarver
Natalya Neidhart
defeated
Alicia Fox
- NON TITLE MATCH -
U.S. Champion
Daniel Bryan
defeated
Sheamus
via a disqualification
- NON TITLE MATCH -
Nikki & Brie Bella
defeated
Co-Unified Divas Champions
"Lay-Cool"
Michelle McCool & Layla
- 20 MAN BATTLE ROYAL -
Wade Barrett
defeated
John Morrison, R-Truth, Vladimir Kozlov, Santino Marella,
Sheamus, Wade Barrett, Heath Slater, Jason Gabriel, David Otunga,
John Cena, The Miz, William Regal, David Hart Smith, Tyson Kidd,
Evan Bourne, Darren Young, Mark Henry, Zack Ryder,
Primo Colon & Ted Dibiase Jr.
Air Time: 2:08:00
Run Time: 1:43:00
RAW
#907
10-11-10 LIVE
Key Arena
Seattle, Washington
C.M. PUNK MOVES TO RAW
With WWE Bragging Rights less than two weeks away, the time had come for the Raw roster to determine which Superstars would carry the brand’s
flag into battle and just who would lead that charge – The Miz or John Cena.
Raw GM arranged matches to determine Team Raw at WWE Bragging Rights; The Miz vs. John Cena to determine captain of Team Raw. John Cena
pleaded for understanding. The “Legendary” star asked for the WWE Universe’s forgiveness in regards to his forced allegiance to The Nexus.
During Cena’s heartfelt address, The Miz barged in to make an announcement of his own. Mr. Money in the Bank informed Cena that he had named
himself captain of Team Raw at WWE Bragging Rights and requested that the powerhouse sign onto the squad. Prior to Cena's response, however,
Nexus leader Wade Barrett nixed the idea, informing him that he would be needed in his corner during the WWE Title bout against Randy Orton.
That’s when Miz’s assistant, Alex Riley, opened his big mouth. The season two NXT Rookie blabbed that, yes, Cena should be in Barrett’s
corner, especially in case Miz decides to cash in his Money in the Bank contract. For his part, “The Cleveland Screamer” appeared none too
pleased about losing the element of surprise. Oops! Before the situation could escalate, Raw’s anonymous General Manager interceded. He
informed the Superstars that he had arranged a series of matches for later in the evening to determine to makeup of Team Raw at WWE Bragging
Rights. He also orchestrated a match between The Miz and Cena to establish the captain of Team Raw. After the GM’s announcement, Miz and
Riley ambushed the leader of The Nexus, who summoned Cena to defend him. The reluctant Nexus member cleared away the two, but then “The
Awesome One” trained his attack on Cena. The Legendary star overcame the assault and meted out a severe punishment for Riley. As Cena
celebrated in the ring, though, his English overlord berated him for not instantly rushing to his defense.
R-Truth defeated Ted DiBiase Jr.. Ted DiBiase Jr. missed a “golden” opportunity. The “Fortunate Son” battled R-Truth to be the first
Superstar to qualify for Team Raw. Although DiBiase appeared to shine during the match, his mettle tarnished when Goldust unexpectedly
arrived. The Bizarre One, with both the Million Dollar Title and NXT Rookie Diva Aksana in tow, distracted DiBiase, allowing Truth to
capitalize and seize the first spot on Team Raw.
John Morrison defeated Tyson Kidd. If you spot David Hart Smith on the side of a milk carton, you’ll know why. The pedigreed Superstar failed
to show for Raw and his Triple Threat Match against John Morrison and Tyson Kidd. As a result, The Guru of Greatness had only to deal with
the scrappy Kidd, who The Shaman of Sexy managed to overcome to qualify for Team Raw. As for Hart Smith, come out, come out wherever you are!
Backstage, David Otunga, Heath Slater and Justin Gabriel question Husky Harris and Michael McGillicutty as to their arrangement with Wade
Barrett. They say nothing. Barrett enters and says Justin is wrestling Randy Orton tonight.
Santino Marella defeated Zack Ryder. When Zack Ryder faced Santino Marella for a place on Team Raw, The Long Island Loudmouth faded faster
than a coat of cheap bronzer. With his pal, Vladimir Kozlov, looking on, Santino leveled Ryder and pinned his shoulders to the canvas for
the three-count. After the match, The Italian Stallion received a little extra amore from Tamina, who wrapped him in a silky, yet strong,
embrace.
WWE Champion Randy Orton defeated Justin Gabriel. Despite his 450° Splash, two cohorts in his corner and one huge opportunity, the numbers
just didn’t add up for Justin Gabriel when the South African Superstar faced WWE Champion Randy Orton. Nexus leader Wade Barrett had hoped
Gabriel would damage The Viper in the run-up to their title match at WWE Bragging Rights. However, even with his Nexus cohorts, David Otunga
and Heath Slater, attempting to involve themselves in the bout - and eventually getting ejected from ringside - the nimble Nexus member
failed to triumph over the dominance of the WWE Champion.
Sheamus defeated U.S. Champion Daniel Bryan in a Non-Title Match. Daniel Bryan has proven he’s one quick study. After getting destroyed by
Sheamus last week, the United States Champion came out swinging in their rematch. From the moment the bell sounded, Bryan went on offense.
Unrelenting in his approach, the U.S. Champion ultimately proved unable to surmount the power and determination of The Celtic Warrior, who
persevered to capture the fourth slot on Team Raw.
Backstage, R-Truth tells Cena that he should quit so that he doesn`t have to follow Wade Barrett`s instructions. Cena says nothing.
C.M. Punk defeated Evan Bourne. Prepare to testify! After trading Edge to SmackDown last week, the red brand learned of the latest acquisition:
Leader of the Straight Edge Society, CM Punk. The self-righteous Superstar faced Evan Bourne in a Team Raw qualifying match during which he
defeated his opponent. After the match, Punk dismantled the high-flyer with a sobering beatdown. So relentless was his aggression, in fact,
that Bourne needed to be attended to by medics.
Natalya confronted “Co-Unified Divas Champions” Lay-Cool. WWE’s Mean Girls are at it again. The self-proclaimed “Co-Unified Divas Champions,”
Michelle McCool & Layla, trained their infantile insults on Natalya, the No. 1 contender to the Unified Divas Title. After enduring a few
pointed verbal jabs, Natalya, the only female to endure the infamous Hart Family Dungeon training grounds, demonstrated that she’s unfazed
by the taunts. In fact, when Lay-Cool was finished with their gibes, the other Raw Divas came out to confront them and offer Natalya a show
of support. Burn!
The Miz defeated John Cena in a No Disqualification Match. John Cena’s patience must be wearing thin. The WWE’s powerhouse faced The Miz to
determine which would be the sixth and captaining member of Team Raw. During the contest, season two NXT Rookies Husky Harris and Michael
McGillicutty interfered, costing Cena another crucial match just as they had done at Hell in a Cell. After the bout, Raw’s anonymous General
Manager asserted control and informed the WWE Universe that next week, Harris & McGillicutty must face off against Cena and his tag team
partner – WWE Champion Randy Orton! Rubbing salt into his loss, Wade Barrett berated his reluctant disciple and informed him that if Harris &
McGillicutty win, they will be allowed to join The Nexus. The Englishman even provoked Cena to attack him, safe in the knowledge that were
the "Legendary" star to follow through, he would be unceremoniously terminated from WWE.
MATCHES:
- TEAM RAW QUALIFYING MATCH -
R-Truth
defeated
Ted DiBiase Jr.
- TEAM RAW QUALIFYING MATCH -
John Morrison
defeated
Tyson Kidd
- TEAM RAW QUALIFYING MATCH -
Santino Marella
defeated
Zack Ryder
- NON TITLE MATCH
WWE Champion
Randy Orton
defeated
Justin Gabriel
- TEAM RAW QUALIFYING MATCH -
( NON TITLE )
Sheamus
defeated
U.S. Champion
Daniel Bryan
- TEAM RAW QUALIFYING MATCH -
C.M. Punk
defeated
Evan Bourne
- TEAM RAW CAPTAIN QUALIFYING MATCH -
( NO DISQUALIFICATION )
The Miz
defeated
John Cena
Air Time: 2:12:00
Run Time: 1:44:49
RAW
#908
10-18-10 LIVE
Pengrowth Saddledome
Calgary, Alberta, Canada
SMACKDOWN INVADES RAW
As Team Raw prepares to make landfall at WWE Bragging Rights in just six days, the red brand found themselves awash in a stormy sea of blue
when the SmackDown roster invaded Monday night.
Team SmackDown invaded Raw; Big Show challenged The Miz to a match. With SmackDown General Manager Theodore Long leading the charge, the blue
brand’s team for WWE Bragging Rights invaded Raw. Long appeared to relish introducing Team SmackDown, including captain Big Show, Edge,
Alberto Del Rio, Kofi Kingston, Jack Swagger, Tyler Reks & Rey Mysterio. The seven interlopers paraded around the ring until Team Raw’s
captain, The Miz, confronted them and presented members of the red squad, including CM Punk, John Morrison, Santino Marella, Sheamus and
newest member, Ezekiel Jackson. The two teams scuffled after Team SmackDown refused to exit the ring. Once the air had cleared, Show
challenged his counterpart, Miz, to a match later in the evening. Bolstered by his teammates, Mr. Money in the Bank accepted.
WWE Tag Team Champions Drew McIntyre & Cody Rhodes defeated The Hart Dynasty. The Hart Dynasty may be showing some fissures. After another
loss to the WWE Tag Team Champions Drew McIntyre & Cody Rhodes, Tyson Kidd departed in a serious huff, leaving Natalya and his partner, David
Hart Smith, to ponder their future prospects.
Backstage, Orton warns Cena not to get in his way or he`ll kick him in the skull. Cena says you try it and I`ll break your leg off.
Goldust defeated Zack Ryder. Ted DiBiase Jr. had a million reasons to confront Goldust. Before he did, however, The Bizarre One faced down
the challenge of Zack Ryder, who he disposed of rather quickly. Afterward, DiBiase and his “harm candy,” Maryse, entered to retrieve
The Million Dollar Title, which Goldust had absconded with the week prior. While The “Fortunate Son” ambushed Goldust, Maryse made a beeline
for the goods. Unfortunately for her, Goldust’s NXT Rookie, Aksana, wasn’t giving up the title. Instead, the lithe Lithuanian clutched the
glimmering gold and sprinted up the ramp to safety. Afterward, The Bizarre one punished DiBiase for meddling in his odd affairs.
Backstage, Wade Barrett tells Cena to give it his all when it comes to wrestling Curt Hebbig Jr. and Husky Harris. Barrett then orders
Cena to get him a glass of water.
Backstage, Bobbe J. Thompson gives The Miz ahard time with Big Show at his side.
Backstage, John Cena brings Wade Barrett the glass of water he requested. Barrett then throws it in Cena`s face.
WWE Champion Randy Orton & John Cena defeated Curt Hennig Jr. Husky Harris; The Nexus attacked Orton. True to his word, John Cena held
nothing back. After Wade Barrett told him to go all out in his tag team match with WWE Champion Randy Orton against Nexus hopefuls Husky
Harris & Curt Hennig Jr., Cena showed what makes him so tough to beat. He and The Viper cemented their uneasy alliance in an effort
to defeat their rookie rivals. After an impressive turn, Hennig Jr. dropped his guard long enough for Orton to level him with an RKO to
win the bout. When Harris attempted to ambush the WWE Champion, the Legendary star foiled the attack. Suffice to say, Wade Barrett was hardly
amused. He ordered Cena out of the ring and instructed his fellow Nexus cohorts to attack Orton, his opponent at this Sunday’s WWE Bragging
Rights. The 4-on-1 beatdown left The Viper bruised and battered on the mat. To compound Orton’s injuries, Barrett commanded Cena to perform
an Attitude Adjustment on him. Just as a reluctant Cena was about to hurt his tag partner, his English overlord took The Viper off his
shoulders and crashed him to the canvas with Wasteland.
U.S. Champion Daniel Bryan challenged Intercontinental Champion Dolph Ziggler to a match at WWE Bragging Rights. SmackDown continued their
offensive into Raw territory. This time, Vickie Guerrero paraded her blond beau, Intercontinental Champion Dolph Ziggler, around the ring.
Before the two exchanged any PDAs, U.S. Champion Daniel Bryan mercifully interrupted. He challenged Ziggler to a match at WWE Bragging
Rights, which Ziggler accepted. Six days, however, appeared too long a wait. The two began to scuffle and Bryan clamped on the LeBell Lock.
As Vickie whined for him to leave her boyfriend alone, several Raw Divas slid into the ring and surrounded her. After embarrassing SmackDown’s
Official Consultant, the Divas and Bryan began to celebrate with a little dancing. Lucky dog!
Natalya Neidhart defeated Alicia Fox. Canada loves a native daughter. As evidence, the crowd inside Calgary’s Pengrowth Saddledome rattled
the rafters when it became clear Natalya would prevail over her opponent, Alicia Fox. “Co-Divas Champions” Michelle McCool & Layla were a
couple of notable exceptions. With six days before Natalya challenges for the title, Lay-Cool attempted to ambush her. Although Michelle
nearly managed to lock in the Sharpshooter on Natalya, Bret Hart’s niece reversed the submission move and came within moments of locking
it in on Layla before McCool managed to snatch away her BFF.
Backstage, Josh Mathews interviews Teddy Long who has brought the entire Smackdown roster with him to Raw.
Stand Up For WWE. A video promoting the good things WWE does is shown.
Backstage, Wade Barrett tells Cena he`s not done with him yet tonight.
Edge won a SmackDown vs. Raw Battle Royal. The tensions between Team Raw and Team SmackDown proved too big to be contained. What was to be a
match pitting Raw’s Team Captain, The Miz, against SmackDown’s Team Captain, Big Show, ended up escalating into an explosive Battle Royal.
Hornswoggle joined in the fun by throwing Michael Cole out of his chair and taking over his announce position. When Show entered the ring,
he called upon his fellow SmackDown Superstars to join him. Faced with a stormy sea of blue, Miz then enlisted
his brand’s roster to unite behind him as well. The blue and red collision threatened to spiral out of control, until Theodore Long arranged
a SmackDown vs. Raw Battle Royal. With bodies flying and loyalties tested, it was Edge who would prevail by sending Sheamus over the top rope
with just six days until he and Team SmackDown head into battle at WWE Bragging Rights.
Backstage, Wade Barrett gets his last kick of the night by telling John Cena to raise his arm in victory.
MATCHES:
- NON TITLE MATCH -
WWE Tag Team Champions
Drew McIntyre & Cody Rhodes
defeated
"The Hart Dynasty"
David Hart Smith & Tyson Kidd
Goldust
defeated
Zack Ryder
Randy Orton & John Cena
defeated
Curt Hennig Jr. & Husky Harris
Natalya Neidhart
defeated
Alicia Fox
- SMACKDOWN vs RAW BATTLE ROYAL -
Edge was victorious for Smackdown
Air Time: 2:04:00
Run Time: 1:36:00
RAW
#909
10-25-10 LIVE
Resch Center
Green Bay, Wisconsin
TAG TEAM DISGRACE
Justin Gabriel & Heath Slater defeated WWE Tag Team Champions David Otunga & John Cena; WWE Champion Randy Orton to face John Cena. Wade
Barrett appeared as dark and moody as a winter in England. No wonder. The night before at WWE Bragging Rights, the leader of The Nexus
informed John Cena that if he were to lose his match against WWE Champion Randy Orton, Cena would be fired from WWE. Well, the petulant Brit
defeated The Viper by disqualification thanks to a well-timed Attitude Adjustment on him by his unwilling bodyguard, Cena. One problem: A
title cannot change hands on a disqualification. All of which meant that Cena would not be fired and that Orton would retain the title.
Barrett, however, knew he possessed leverage. At WWE Bragging Rights, Cena was forced to pair with David Otunga, and the two captured the
WWE Tag Team Titles. The men would soon be stripped of those honors when Barrett arranged a match and ordered Otunga to lay down for Justin
Gabriel & Heath Slater, who walked away new champions. Afterward, Raw’s anonymous General Manager stated, via laptop, that Orton would defend
his title against Barrett in four weeks in a match featuring no disqualifications, no count-outs and a special guest referee. To determine the
referee, the WWE Champion was forced to battle a member of Nexus, with the winner to select who’ll wear the stripes. Barrett’s choice of
Nexus member to face Orton? John Cena, but of course.
U.S. Champion Daniel Bryan defeated Intercontinental Champion Dolph Ziggler in a Non-Title Match. Arrogant, manipulative, conceited … unlucky?
During his match against U.S. Champion Daniel Bryan at WWE Bragging Rights last night, Intercontinental Champion Dolph Ziggler lost when the
referee appeared to blow a call. Tonight, with Ziggler’s lady friend, SmackDown Official Consultant Vickie Guerrero, and a watchful CM Punk
observing from ringside, Ziggler again went down in flames after yet another seeming mistake by a referee.
Backstage, Toby Keith meets the Bella Twins and Santino Marella. Santino is dressed in western garb and sings country for Toby.
Sheamus then enters and challenges Santino to a match tonight.
Backstage, Cena threatens to just quit and then Wade Barrett says just beat Orton tonight.
Self-professed “Co-WWE Divas Champions” Michelle McCool & Layla defeated Melina & Gail Kim. Will someone – anyone! – please put WWE’s Mean
Girls in their place? Self-proclaimed “Co-WWE Divas Champions” Michelle McCool & Layla once again won – and boasted about being the “greatest
WWE Divas in history.” After defeating Natalya the night before at WWE Bragging Rights, Lay-Cool disposed of Melina & Gail Kim, when McCool
pinned the lovely Latina. What-eva!
The Miz defeated R-Truth. When you point a finger at others, remember that four of your fingers are pointing back at you. It’s a lesson The
Miz would be wise to remember. Instead, Raw’s Team captain blamed his teammates for their loss at WWE Bragging Rights. When Eve came out to
set him straight, he was hardly receptive. That’s when R-Truth arrived to put an exclamation on her point. Before things turned too heated,
Raw’s mystery GM arranged a match then and there. While Truth hit “The Cleveland Screamer” with more than just the facts, Mr. Money in the
Bank still managed to prevail as his assistant Alex Riley watched from ringside. Prior to the match, Miz told the WWE Universe that Team
SmackDown’s Rey Mysterio should have been disqualified at WWE Bragging Rights and then challenged him to show up on Raw next week.
Santino Marella defeated Sheamus. Yes, you read that correctly. An irate Sheamus challenged Santino Marella to a match – and lost! The
Irishman pinned Team Raw’s poor showing at WWE Bragging Rights on The Italian Stallion. Rather than succumbing to the Celtic clubbing one
might expect, Santino had help from Team Raw cohort John Morrison, who helped dropped the pale persecutor and allow the Italian to cover for
the three-count.
Stand Up for WWE. Comments from wrestlers are played which reveal the good things that WWE does for the people.
Yet another segment dedicated to endorsing Linda McMahon who is running against Blumenthal in Connecticut.
Jerry Lawler says, whatever you do don`t wear any WWE logos when going to vote next Tuesday.
Backstage, David Otunga voices his dissatisfaction with Wade Barrett. Barrett then tells Otunga that Curt Hennig Jr. and Mike Rotunda Jr.
are now in Nexus and that David has to make a decision. Otunga then says he is still with Nexus. As Otunga walks away the other Nexus
members smile at each other.
Pee-wee Herman will guest star on Raw next week. Prepare for one big adventure as Pee-wee Herman rides in next Monday as Raw celebrity guest
star. The irreverent comedian is taking a break from his Broadway show, The Pee-wee Herman Show, to bring his special brand of humor – and red
bowtie – to the WWE Universe.
John Cena defeated WWE Champion Randy Orton by Disqualification. Turnabout, meet fair play. One night earlier, Wade Barrett had defeated WWE
Champion Randy Orton by disqualification at WWE Bragging Rights thanks to John Cena. Tonight, the Englishman made certain Cena won his match
against Orton by the very same means. No, Barrett wasn’t really helping Cena, per se – he was helping himself. You see, earlier in the
evening, Raw’s anonymous GM arranged a no disqualifications, no count-outs Match, featuring a special guest referee, in four weeks at
Survivor Series between Barrett and Orton for the WWE Title. Were The Viper to win, he would choose the referee. If Cena were to win,
however, the fester from Manchester would choose, which is precisely what happened. After Barrett ambushed The Nexus’ reluctant warrior, the
rest of the outlaws, including Nexus' newest members, Husky Harris and Michael McGillicutty, charged the ring to attack Orton. Cena fought
them off before Barrett exercised his right to select the guest referee for his championship match against WWE’s Apex Predator. In a shrewd
stroke, the Nexus leader chose Cena, but not without thickening the plot. Barrett added that if he wins the WWE Title at Survivor Series,
Cena is free from The Nexus. However, if he does not win the championship, Cena will be fired!
MATCHES:
" TAG TEAM CHAMPIONSHIP "
Justin Gabriel & Heath Slater
defeated
David Otunga & John Cena
becoming new Tag Team Champions
- CHAMPION VS CHAMPION REMATCH -
( NON TITLE )
U.S. Champion
Daniel Bryan
defeated
Intercontinental Champion
Dolph Ziggler
- NON TITLE MATCH -
Co Divas Champions
Michelle McCool & Layla
defeated
Melina & Gail Kim
The Miz
defeated
R-Truth
Santino Marella
defeated
Sheamus
- SPECIAL REFEREE DETERMINATION MATCH -
( NON TITLE )
John Cena
defeated
WWE Champion
Randy Orton
via a disqualification
Air Time: 2:09:00
Run Time: 1:42:51
RAW
#910
11-1-10 LIVE
Nassau Coliseum
Long Island, New York
STEPHANIE HAS A DREAM!
Pee Wee Herman guest stars
Lita makes a surprise appearance
John Cena can probably kiss that employee-of-the-month award goodbye. Among supremely bad ideas, ticking off your boss is right up there with
arm-wrestling an alligator, but the reluctant Nexus member did just that when he stuck to his principles and refused to play favorites for
Nexus leader Wade Barrett.
WWE Champion Randy Orton called out John Cena; Raw main event set. Fired or freedom? John Cena must choose. If Wade Barrett emerges from his
Survivor Series match against Randy Orton as WWE Champion, Cena – acting as special guest referee – will be free from The Nexus. If the
Englishman fails, however, the reluctant Nexus member will be terminated from WWE. Will Cena really betray his principles in order to
emancipate himself? Apparently, The Viper thinks he just might. He confronted Cena, who told him that, while titles come and go, his very way
of life hangs in the balance and that he’s not entirely sure what he may do at Survivor Series in three weeks. Upon hearing Cena’s
uncertainty, Barrett interrupted the pow-wow. Before the situation could erupt, Raw’s anonymous GM intervened, via Michael Cole, to arrange
the night’s main event: A tag team match pitting Barrett and a partner of his choosing against Orton and a partner of his choosing with Cena
acting as special guest referee.
WWE Tag Team Champions Justin Gabriel & Heath Slater defeated The Hart Dynasty. The Hart Dynasty continues to flatline. For yet another week,
David Hart Smith & Tyson Kidd bickered their way to a loss. This time, the duo faced new WWE Tag Team Champions Justin Gabriel & Heath Slater
in a non-title bout. The ascendant Nexus members capitalized when they spotted dissension between the Canadian cohorts.
Sheamus defeated Vladimir Kozlov. After losing to Santino Marella last week, it didn’t take much for Sheamus to get his Irish up. The Celtic
Warrior challenged the Italian again, but Santino instead subbed in his tag partner, Vladimir Kozlov. The Moscow Mauler put up a powerful
defense, but Sheamus proved too overwhelming. After his victory, the Irishman chased Santino up the entrance ramp. As he prepared to make
borscht out of the “buffoon,” though, John Morrison interrupted and quashed The Celtic Warrior.
Lita makes an appearance! Backstage, Pee Wee Herman gets Mark Henry and some of the Divas to play twister. Pee Wee then brings in Lita!
Ezekiel Jackson defeated Zack Ryder. Call him a watered-down “Long Island Iced-Z.” Despite predicting a huge win during his return home, Long
Island native Zack Ryder melted under the pressure. The empty boasts only fueled his opponent, Ezekiel Jackson. When the bell rang to kick
start the match, the powerhouse quickly – and convincingly – crushed the uneasy Ryder.
The Miz confronted Raw guest star Pee-wee Herman; “Big Pee-wee Herman” defeated The Miz by Disqualification. Pee-wee Herman’s latest big
adventure? The iconic comedian took time away from his current Broadway show to visit Raw. Unfortunately for him, The Miz didn’t appreciate
sharing the spotlight. “The Cleveland Screamer” confronted Herman until the bow-tied entertainer suggested that Miz take on his cousin, “Big
Pee-wee Herman” in a match. A dismissive Miz agreed, and out came “Big Pee-wee Herman,” who looked suspiciously like The World’s Largest
Athlete, Big Show, clad in a Pee-wee outfit. Despite attempting to weasel out of the match, Miz was forced to compete as mandated by the Raw
GM. As “Big Pee-wee Herman” manhandled his foe, Miz’s assistant, Alex Riley, interfered. The distraction allowed Miz to nail his opponent
with the Money in the Bank briefcase, causing a disqualification.
United States Champion Daniel Bryan defeated Ted DiBiase Jr. Ted DiBiase appears to be suffering from an acute case of “Gold Fever.” Ever
since Goldust stole his Million Dollar Title, The “Fortunate Son” has been unable to focus on just about anything else. As a result, he
continues to falter, losing his latest match to U.S. Champion Daniel Bryan. After the bout, DiBiase complained to his special lady friend,
Maryse, that he has been too distracted by the theft of his title. The cure? DiBiase told his “harm candy” that he’s determined to stop the
wedding of Goldust and Aksana tomorrow night on WWE.com.
Natalya defeated Self-professed “Co-Divas Champion” Michelle McCool in a Non-Title Match. The Mean Girls refuse to relent. Self-professed
“Co-Divas Champions” Michelle McCool and Layla continue to taunt Natalya. This week, the pitiless pair dropped an ultimatum on the
third-generation Diva: If she did not defeat McCool, she would not be given a title opportunity at Survivor Series. The challenge proved
highly motivating for Natalya as she threw it into high gear to race past her blond adversary.
In the hospital:
Freddy Prinze Jr. is in a doctors costume. He says that his patient has been in a coma for months, and is going to miss the "election".
The camera pans down and shows that his patient is Vince McMahon! Freddy mentions that even though he doesn't have many visitors, at least
his wife visits daily. Freddy says that he admires Linda for making time, even though she has already spent $50 million to run for Senate.
The heart monitor starts to beep at an accelerated pace. Vince awakens! Vince is a taken back by the expenditure. He pulls his blanket
down to see that he has been plastered by Linda for Senate bumper stickers. He asks if at least the WWE is under control. Prince breaks it to
him that Nexus is running wild with John Cena in their ranks, The Undertaker was buried alive, Goldust is getting married and Daniel Bryan is
the US Champion. Vince seems to be taking the news pretty hard. McMahon gets to his feet and says that he has to go to the bathroom, but isn't
sure if he can hold it. Vince pauses, and states that if his wife can run for Senate, maybe he can run for President of the United States!
Vince then continues his potty dance, signaling that he might not make it to the bathroom in order to take a dump. Vince waddles away
with a elect Blumenthal sign hanging across his ass. Stephanie McMahon wakes up in bed, and says she had the weirdest dream. She asks her
husband (HHH, who is not seen) if her dad is still in a coma. HHH says yeah, we are pretty sure he is brain dead. Reassured, Stephanie rolls
back over.
WWE Champion Randy Orton & R-Truth defeated Wade Barrett & David Otunga. True to his word, John Cena called it right down the middle. Acting
as special guest referee, Cena promised not to play favorites while he officiated a match pitting WWE Champion Randy Orton & R-Truth against
Wade Barrett & David Otunga. Even though Cena did not compete in the bout, he nonetheless had a lot riding on the outcome. In three weeks, he
will again act as special guest referee when the Englishman challenges The Viper in a title match at Survivor Series. This contest may have
proven to be a preview of that life-altering bout. Despite finding himself firmly under Barrett’s thumb, Cena refused to favor The Nexus once
the bout commenced. Although, at one point, he appeared to lean toward his Nexus cohorts, Cena restrained himself and oversaw the bout as
objectively as possible. The outcome, however, would leave his English overlord cold: R-Truth managed to topple Otunga and pin his shoulders
for the win. The loss triggered a tirade from the Englishman directed squarely at Cena. Although it was Barrett & Otunga who suffered the
defeat, it may well be Cena who ends paying the price.
MATCHES:
- NON TITLE MATCH -
WWE Tag Team Champions
Justin Gabriel & Heath Slater
defeated
"The Hart Dynasty"
David Hart Smith & Tyson Kidd
Sheamus
defeated
Vladimir Kozlov
Ezekiel Jackson
defeated
Zack Ryder
Big Pee Wee
aka: The Big Show
defeated
The Miz
via a disqualification
- NON TITLE MATCH -
U.S. Champion
Daniel Bryan
defeated
Ted DiBiase Jr.
- NON TITLE MATCH -
Natalya Neidhart
defeated
Co Divas Champion
Michelle McCool
Randy Orton & R-Truth
defeated
Wade Barrett & David Otunga
Air Time: 2:07:08
Run Time: 2:07:08
RAW
#911
11-8-10 LIVE
Manchester Evening News Arena
Manchester, England
TEA TIME WITH SANTINO
With two weeks until Survivor Series, Monday Night Raw hopped the pond and settled into jolly ol’ England. Although the proceedings appeared
to be running smoothly, even “tickety-boo,” as the Brits might say, when Manchester native Wade Barrett started bossing around Superstars,
that’s when things became all “sixes and sevens” – and that, as any Englishman will tell you – adds up to chaos.
Wade Barrett confronted John Cena; Raw’s main event announced. Humiliation. Loathing. Disrespect. These characteristics seem to be
overshadowing John Cena’s true motto as of late. Case in point, Nexus’ reluctant warrior was forced to recite a cloying introduction of the
group’s leader, Wade Barrett, in his hometown of Manchester prior to what the Englishman dubbed a “Championship Celebration Preview.”
Barrett led the rest of The Nexus onto the stage while addressing his fellow Brits. After heavy boasting, he admonished fellow “Nexi”
David Otunga for leading the group on a losing effort at SmackDown last Friday. He then turned his ire on Cena for allowing his tag team
to lose to WWE Champion Randy Orton & R-Truth the week prior while Cena served as special guest referee. Cena was then reminded that, as
special guest ref during the WWE Title Match at Survivor Series, if Barrett wins, he will be free of Nexus. If the Englishman loses, however,
he will fired. Cena then offered his own newsflash: Free or fired, he plans on bashing in Barrett’s teeth regardless. Amid the rancor, it was
easy to forget one critical fact: Orton would have his say. To underscore the point, The Viper entered with title in hand. Before tensions
escalated, Raw’s General Manager, via Michael Cole, interrupted. The GM announced that, not only was Barrett’s premature Championship
Celebration Preview canceled, to ensure a decisive victor at Survivor Series, the WWE Title Match must be won by pinfall or submission –
and Nexus members will be banned from ringside. The GM also announced the night’s main event: A 10-Man Tag Team Match pitting Barrett & The
Nexus against Orton and a team of the GM’s choosing with Cena acting as special guest referee.
Eve & The Bella Twins defeated Maryse, Alicia Fox & Tamina. Goooaaaallll! Clad in Manchester United soccer jerseys, Eve & The Bella Twins
faced off against Maryse, Alicia Fox & Tamina, who sported rival Liverpool jerseys. With support from the Manchester faithful urging them on,
Eve & The Bellas rose above their rivals to capture the victory. As noted by ring announcer Josh Mathews, who subbed for an ailing Jerry “The
King” Lawler, Nikki and Brie once again pulled out Twin Magic to capture the Divas Cup.
Wade Barrett arranged David Otunga vs John Cena. In light of David Otunga’s perceived attempts to assert himself within The Nexus, the
group’s leader, Wade Barrett, had a bit of unwelcome news. As punishment, the Englishman arranged a match pitting Otunga against his fellow
Nexus member John Cena.
The Usos defeated The Hart Dynasty. Tyson Kidd must be going absolutely “barmy,” as the English might say. For yet another week, Kidd
witnessed his Hart Dynasty partner, David Hart Smith, stumble in a tag team match. The latest beneficiaries? Jimmy & Jey Uso, who notched
the victory and celebrated as Kidd looked on in disappointment.
Backstage, David Otunga finds himself getting the cold shoulder from the other Nexus members.
Goldust defeated Ted DiBiase Jr. The honeymoon was over before it even began. Moments after exchanging rings with NXT Rookie Aksana last
week, Goldust got slapped in the face by the Lithuanian vixen. Still nursing his wounds, The Bizarre One faced off against Ted DiBiase Jr.. A
despondent Goldust may have sought relief, but DiBiase sought his Million Dollar Title, which The Bizarre One had pilfered weeks earlier.
During the bout, Aksana came down and ripped the title away from DiBiase’s special lady friend, Maryse. Afterward, Goldust quickly rolled up
The “Fortunate Son” for the win and looked on forlornly as his runaway bride – Million Dollar Title in tow – beat a hasty retreat.
John Cena defeated David Otunga. For David Otunga, the cavalry never showed. Prior to his match with John Cena, the flashy Nexus member
implored his cohorts to back him up during the bout. When the group paraded in, however, they were ordered to retreat from ringside by leader
Wade Barrett. The betrayal left Otunga susceptible and allowed Cena to force him to tap out. Afterward, the Englishman confronted Otunga and
informed him that if he does not defeat Edge on SmackDown this Friday, he will be excommunicated from The Nexus!
Sheamus defeated Santino Marella by Disqualification. The time for tea and sympathy appeared long lost. After upsetting Sheamus in a match a
couple weeks ago – thanks to an assist by John Morrison – Santino Marella attempted to placate The Celtic Warrior with a cup of Earl Grey and
a tray of crumpets. However, the Italian, joined by Vladimir Kozlov, only further enraged the Irishman. Finally, the Raw General Manager
intervened and arranged a proper match between Santino and Sheamus. Although Sheamus figured a win would be a “doddle,” or easy, the Italian
tried his level best to avoid the ring. He was eventually forced to compete, though, and quickly punched the Irishman’s groin in a fit of
desperation. Hey, he may have lost the match by disqualification – but at least he survived! Afterward, Sheamus seized Santino and prepared
to punish him until Morrison again crashed the party. The Shaman of Sexy clobbered The Celtic Warrior and rescued Santino from the ring,
leaving the pale warrior an ominous shade of red.
Backstage, John Cena watches an advert for Wrestlemania 27 then Wade Barrett enters and says that if you don`t raise my hand in victory
for the WWE Championship at Survivor Series, you won`t see another Wrestlemania.
Stand Up for WWE. The younger sons and daughters of past superstars talk of how much it means to them to be in the WWE.
Special three-hour, “old school” Raw next week. Next week, Raw will be kicking it old school! During a special three-hour broadcast on
USA Network, Monday Night Raw will bring together Superstars past and present for one memorable night.
Team Barrett defeated Team Orton. Blimey! Two weeks before clashing with WWE Champion Randy Orton at Survivor Series, Wade Barrett savored a
triumphant homecoming. Commanding Team Barrett, including WWE Tag Team Champions Heath Slater & Justin Gabriel, Husky Harris, Michael
McGillicutty and himself, the Nexus leader defeated Team Orton, consisting of the WWE Champion, R-Truth, Daniel Bryan, Mark Henry & The
Miz. With Nexus’ reluctant disciple, John Cena, acting as special guest referee, David Otunga slunk to the squared circle, causing a
distraction. By the time Cena dispatched of Otunga, Miz had already gone rogue and leveled his team captain, The Viper. Barrett quickly
pounced, covering Orton as Cena turned and slapped the canvas for the three-count. In the wake of his momentous victory, Barrett was carried
off on the shoulders of his Nexus minions. But was the Englishman’s hometown celebration a harbinger of championships to come, or the latest
sign of his arrogant undoing?
MATCHES:
Eve Torres
&
"The Bella Twins"
Brie & Nikki
defeated
Maryse, Tamina & Alicia Fox
"The Usos"
Jimmy & Jey
defeated
"The Hart Dynasty"
David Hart Smith & Tyson Kidd
Goldust
defeated
Ted DiBiase Jr.
John Cena
defeated
David Otunga
Sheamus
defeated
Santino Marella
via a disqualification
"Team Barrett"
Wade Barrett, Heath Slater, Justin Gabriel,
Curt Hennig Jr. & Mike Rotunda Jr.
defeated
"Team Orton"
Randy Orton, R-Truth, Daniel Bryan,
Mark Henry & The Miz
Air Time: 2:05:53
Run Time: 2:05:53
RAW
#912
11-15-10 LIVE
Giant Center
Hershey, Pennsylvania
OLD SCHOOL
John Cena vs. The Miz arranged. Ushering in “old school” night, legendary announcer “Mean” Gene Okerlund introduced WWE Hall of Famer
“Cowboy” Bob Orton, father of the current WWE Champion. When the senior Orton informed the WWE Universe that his son Randy will prevail at
Survivor Series this Sunday, his son’s opponent, Wade Barrett, took exception. The leader of The Nexus predicted a much different outcome,
one that prompted The Miz to enter the fray. Mr. Money in the Bank reminded the WWE Universe that he can cash in his title contract at any
moment, forever altering the landscape of WWE and threatening to keep John Cena in Nexus indefinitely. That threat did not sit well with
Cena, who confronted Miz and challenged him to a match, hoping to ensure that he is in no condition to cash in his contract. After thinking
it over, Mr. Money in the Bank finally accepted the challenge.
Intercontinental Champion Dolph Ziggler defeated Mark Henry in a Non-Title Match. Prior to his match against Mark Henry, Intercontinental
Champion Dolph Ziggler compared himself and his lady friend, Vickie Guerrero, to another Intercontinental couple, “Macho Man” Randy Savage
and Miss Elizabeth. Although the comparison seemed about as believable as Ziggler’s hair color, the bottle blond did back up his boasts. He
managed to win the interpromotional match by locking in a sleeper hold on The World’s Strongest Man.
Backstage, Tony Atlas tells David Hart Smith and Tyson Kidd they can work things out between them as Tony rubs WD40 on his arms.
WWE Tag Team Champions Justin Gabriel & Heath Slater defeated The Hart Dynasty in a Non-Title Match. After weeks of frustration with his
partner’s performance, Tyson Kidd finally decided to bury the hatchet – right in David Hart Smith’s back. Before their non-title bout against
WWE Tag Team Champions Justin Gabriel & Heath Slater, The Hart Dynasty duo appeared to be on the mend, agreeing to forego their recent
difficulties. During the match, however, just as it appeared Hart Smith was gaining momentum, Kidd booted him in the face and deliberately
cost him the match. He then walked off and left his befuddled partner alone in the ring.
Backstage, Mean Gean interviews Randy Orton. R-Truth enters and says you got to do something about John Cena. Orton says he`ll punt Cena
in the head tonight.
Update with Mean Gene Okerlund plugging Old School apparel on WWESHOP.COM.
Ezekiel Jackson defeated The Brooklyn Brawler. The Brooklyn Brawler defeat Ezekiel Jackson? Fuggedaboutit! Accompanied by manager Harvey
Wippleman, the old school icon challenged any of the new school Superstars to a match. Unfortunately for him, Jackson appeared more than
eager to accept and defeated Brawler in impressive fashion.
Backstage, David Otunga tells the other Nexus members they should send R-Truth a message. Wade Barrett enters and tells Otunga he should do
something about R-Truth. The anonymous G.M. emails that Wade Barrett will wrestle R-Truth tonight.
John Cena defeated Alex Riley; WWE Champion Randy Orton and John Cena to face off during Piper’s Pit. Agreeing to a match with John Cena
seems easy enough. Actually participating in said match, well, that’s when things get a little dicey. Although he was supposed to face Cena,
The Miz conveniently begged off, subbing in his apprentice Alex Riley instead. Cena had hoped to hobble The “Cleveland Screamer,” so that he
would be unable to cash in his Money in the Bank contract. Instead, Cena made quick work of Riley with a crushing STF. Afterward, WWE Champion
Randy Orton sought retaliation against Miz for ambushing him the week prior. During The Viper's strike, though, Nexus members Husky Harris
and Michael McGillicutty intervened, allowing Miz to scamper away. Disposing of the two “Nexi,” Orton then found himself facing Cena himself.
Tensions could not be contained, and the two exchanged blows before a team of referees and trainers was able to separate the two.
In the ring, Howard Finkel intros The Sheik and Nikolai Volkoff. Volkoff and Kozlov sing the Russian national anthem together. Then Slick
enters singing and dancing to "Jive Soul Bro". The Sheik then does his routine of Russia number one, Iran number one, USA hawk tooey.
Santino Marella & Vladimir Kozlov defeated The Usos. The borscht will burst and the risotto runneth over! Vladimir Kozlov & Santino Marella
are sure to celebrate after becoming the No. 1 contenders to the WWE Tag Team Titles by defeating The Usos. Not even the encouragement of
Tamina and her father, WWE Hall of Famer Jimmy “Superfly” Snuka, could propel Jimmy & Jey over their worldly opponents, who must face
champions and Nexus disciples Justin Gabriel & Heath Slater at Survivor Series. The pair’s celebration, though, would have to wait. In the
wake of their victory, an irate Sheamus charged the ring and unleashed fury. As he trained his ire on Santino, who had handed him an
embarrassing upset weeks earlier, John Morrison entered and nailed him. Santino’s defender then revealed his motivation: He wasn’t about to
let the Irishman get away with his bullying bull.
Kofi Kingston defeated David Otunga. George “The Animal” Steele must have been feeling a bit peckish. During an Interpromotional Match
pitting David Otunga against SmackDown’s Kofi Kingston, the WWE Hall of Famer ambled to the ring and, with a flash of his green tongue,
began to devour the stuffing from one of the ring’s turnbuckles. The oddity distracted the Nexus disciple long enough to allow Kingston to
take advantage for the win.
Backstage, John Morrison is talking to Arn Anderson and Gerald Brisco when Sheamus attacks him. Sheamus tells Arn to tell Morrison he accept
his challenge and will face Morrison at Survior Series.
Oksana is with the Million Dollar Belt backstage. Jim Duggan yells at her for stealing the "USA" chant gimmick. He says that Oksana's mom is
right over there. She walks up to her, but it is actually Dusty Rhodes in a wig! He tells Kelly Kelly to "drop it", Kelly is
behind the backdrop with a net! It falls on Oksana, and Goldust walks into the shot. He takes the belt and says it isn't hers. In fact, it is
time to do the right thing and return it to its rightful owner. Ted Dibiase Sr. along with IRS come up to take the belt. Dibiase Jr. then
comes into the shot. Senior offers the belt to Junior saying that it is his. Junior declines, saying that there is something else he wants
which isn't a hand me down. Cody Rhodes then walks over to stand with Goldust. Goldust asks if Cody will teach him some grooming tips. Cody
stops Goldust from breathing on him and walks away. Goldust follows after asking him to, "help a brother out". Dusty says he raised some weird kids and
has an idea, and "Common Man" starts to play. He begins to dance along with Kelly Kelly, IRS & Dibiase Sr. Out of nowhere, Tatanka decides
to join in. Soon Jim Duggan returns and then all let loose. Ron Simmons walks into the shot, pauses, and says "DAMN!".
Lord Alfred Hayes voice says, Promotional Consideration Paid For By. Hayes doesn`t appear.
Wade Barrett defeated R-Truth. Wade Barrett proved he isn’t simply a ruthless, petulant leader with a nasally English accent and greasy hair.
The guy’s actually got chops. To demonstrate, Barrett faced R-Truth in singles competition and toppled the athletic Superstar. With both WWE
Champion Randy Orton and John Cena looking on separately in the locker room area, the Englishman asserted himself just six days before his
WWE Title Match at Survivor Series.
Alberto Del Rio defeated Sgt. Slaughter. A Superstar badmouths the good ol’ US of A long enough and they’ll have Sgt. Slaughter raining down
some shock and awe. After being accompanied to the ring by Chavo Classic, Alberto Del Rio unleashed yet another anti-American tirade. Soon,
Sarge was all over him like camo on a corporal to challenge him to a match. Although Slaughter ran him through an obstacle course of hurt,
the moneyed Mexican still managed to overcome and emerge victorious.
Update with Mean Gene Okerlund plugging Old School apparel on WWESHOP.COM.
Mae Young defeated “Co-Divas Champions” Michelle McCool & Layla in a Non-Title Match. Respect your elders … or else! With WWE’s “original
Diva,” Mae Young, soaking up the well-deserved respect of the crowd, self-proclaimed “Co-Divas Champions” Michelle McCool & Layla couldn’t
help themselves. WWE’s Mean Girls came out and quickly began ripping on the pioneering Young, who, in turn, challenged Lay-Cool to a No
Disqualification Match. McCool & Layla eagerly accepted, but then a host of Raw Divas intervened and crushed Lay-Cool, allowing Young to
pin Layla for the win.
Jim Ross comes out as Special Guest commentator which Michael Cole objects to and gives J.R. a hard time thruout the entire match.
U.S. Champion Daniel Bryan defeated Jack Swagger in a Non-Title Match. Awash in a sea of Red, White & Blue, United States Champion Daniel
Bryan took on the challenge of “The All-American American,” Jack Swagger. With “Good ol’ JR,” Jim Ross, acting as special guest commentator,
the U.S. Champion proved his colors don’t run by defeating Swagger in an Interpromotional Match. After the victory, however, Bryan would not
have time to celebrate. Instead, Ted DiBiase Jr. bolted in and leveled the U.S. Champion before holding the title overhead. His statement
made, The “Fortunate Son” then strolled off with his lady friend Maryse on his arm.
Lord Alfred Hayes voice says, Promotional Consideration Paid For By. Hayes doesn`t appear.
WWE Champion Randy Orton, John Cena and Wade Barrett clashed on “Piper’s Pit”. Prior to “Rowdy” Roddy Piper hosting John Cena and WWE
Champion Randy Orton on his talk show, “Piper’s Pit,” more than a dozen old school Superstars took a bow, including Dusty Rhodes, Million
Dollar Man, IRS, Tito Santana, Iron Shiek, Nikolai Volkoff and Tatanka, among others. When the applause finally receded, the historic lineup
of Superstars allowed Piper to welcome his guests, The Viper and The Nexus’ Cena. First out was Cena, who assured his host that, as special
guest referee, he would call the WWE Title Match at Survivor Series right down the middle. Upon hearing Cena’s proclamation, Wade Barrett
intruded to remind the Legendary star that he will be fired from WWE if the Englishman loses or be free from The Nexus if Barrett wins.
Forced to wear the “N”-labeled shirt of his associates, a humbled yet ardent Cena told his overlord that no matter what happens, he still
plans to beat “the living hell” out of him. The other Superstar in the volatile equation, WWE Champion Randy Orton, then factored in. The
Viper mentioned to Cena that he had wanted to punt him in the skull to eliminate him from referee duties this Sunday. Instead, WWE’s Apex
Predator thought it best to sink his fangs into Barrett. Just as Orton prepared to punt Barrett’s skull, though, Nexus’ reluctant warrior
Cena stopped him and was punished with an RKO. Seizing the moment, Barrett once again engaged Orton in battle, only to be felled once more.
The brief exchange was just enough to enable a groggy Cena – now the focus of the champion’s punt – to recover and evade The Viper’s charging
boot. The Legendary star hit Orton with an Attitude Adjustment, then helped Barrett to his feet, after which the Englishman ordered his
disciple to raise his hand in victory. Big mistake. Cena took umbrage and laid out Barrett with an Attitude Adjustment of his own, a mere
six days before Survivor Series.
MATCHES:
- NON TITLE MATCH -
Intercontinental Champion
Dolph Ziggler
defeated
Mark Henry
- NON TITLE MATCH -
WWE Tag Team Champions
Justin Gabriel & Heath Slater
defeated
"The Hart Dynasty"
David Hart Smith & Tyson Kidd
Ezekiel Jackson
defeated
The Brooklyn Brawler
John Cena
defeated
Alex Riley
Santino Marella & Vladimir Kozlov
defeated
"The Usos"
Jimmy & Jey
Kofi Kingston
defeated
David Otunga
Wade Barrett
defeated
R-Truth
Alberto Del Rio
defeated
Sergeant Slaughter
- NON TITLE MATCH -
Mae Young
defeated
Co Divas Champions
Michelle McCool & Layla
- NON TITLE MATCH -
U.S. Champion
Daniel Bryan
defeated
Jack Swagger
Air Time: 3:15:00
Run Time: 2:59:00
RAW
#913
11-22-10 LIVE
Amway Center
Orlando, Florida
IS CENA HISTORY ?
WWE Champion Randy Orton vs Wade Barrett arranged. Wade Barrett lost to WWE Champion Randy Orton at Survivor Series, fair and square – and
the Englishman simply can’t bear the thought of it. Addressing the WWE Universe, Barrett posited a theory that seemed as out-there as Prince
Charles’ ears: the match’s special guest referee, John Cena, had been plotting against him the entire time. Sigh. Despite the ludicrous
charge, The Nexus leader was offered a chance at redemption. Raw’s anonymous General Manager arranged a title match pitting Barrett against
The Viper in the night’s main event. Satisfied, Barrett accepted and went on to explain that he will also “allow” Cena to address the WWE
Universe one last time as well.
Sheamus defeated R-Truth in a King of the Ring Qualifying Match. In the wake of his loss to John Morrison at Survivor Series, Sheamus
appeared eager to punish someone, anyone. Poor R-Truth. The athletic Superstar found himself vying against the enraged Irishman in a
qualifying match for an opportunity to compete in a King of the Ring Tournament live next Monday on a special three-hour Raw. The Celtic
Warrior proved he’s not a man to be trifled with, overpowering Truth for the victory. As new Raw commentator CM Punk pointed out, in the
tournament, The Irishman will face three other Raw entrants as well as four competitors from SmackDown, who will be determined this Friday.
Backstage, Security won`t let Michelle McCool and Layla into the building.
Backstage, Tamina plays a Yuke and sings to Santino then kisses him.
Backstage, Josh Mathews interviews Randy Orton who talks of Wade Barrett.
Ezekiel Jackson defeated Alex Riley in a King of the Ring Qualifying Match. As any student knows, being a substitute can be brutal. Now
imagine being a sub for The Miz. Once again, Mr. Money in the Bank passed the buck to his assistant, Alex Riley, compelling him to compete
in his stead. This time, Riley was forced to battle powerhouse Ezekiel Jackson in a King of the Ring Qualifying Match. Big Zeke, however,
was not to be denied and qualified with a convincing win.
John Cena finally exits, but for how long? Hopefully forever! Hard to believe it’s over. After nine boring years, John Cena bid the WWE
Universe a heartfelt farewell. The over promoted nobody insisted he has no regrets for calling the WWE Title Match down the middle at
Survivor Series, costing him his career. As the audience showered adulation on one of the ring’s greatest, tea right, Cena saluted from the
stage for the last time. In the locker room area, the Superstar navigated a host of colleagues there to pay their respects, including Randy
Orton. And as Cena exited the arena, Wade Barrett taunted him with a You-Can’t-See-Me wave of his hand.
U.S. Champion Daniel Bryan defeated Ted DiBiase Jr. in a King of the Ring Qualifying Match. Ted DiBiase Jr. might have money, but Daniel
Bryan has his number. For the second time in as many nights, the United States Champion emerged victorious against The “Fortunate Son.”
Accompanied to the ring by Brie Bella, Bryan used his high-energy approach and ring prowess to once again topple DiBiase and qualify for
next week’s King of the Ring Tournament. Afterward, Nikki Bella rushed in to raise Bryan’s hand in victory. Man, what kind of cologne is this
guy wearing?
WWE Divas Champion Natalya defeated Alicia Fox. It almost didn’t seem fair. WWE Divas Champion Natalya was still riding the high of defeating
self-proclaimed “Co-Divas Champions” Lay-Cool at Survivor Series the night before when she faced down Alicia Fox. With a mountain of momentum
beneath her feet, the pink-and-black beauty laid waste to her opponent in persuasive fashion.
Backstage, Melina has the hots for John Morrison.
John Morrison defeated Tyson Kidd in a King of the Ring Qualifying Match. John Morrison made a statement last night by defeating Sheamus at
Survivor Series. On Raw, it appeared that The Shaman of Sexy had yet to finish his proclamation. He continued to assert himself against Tyson
Kidd in a King of the Ring Qualifying Match. Morrison had his hands full against Kidd’s newfound aggression, to be sure, but The Guru of
Greatness and his determination proved too difficult to surmount. The victory means that Morrison will face off against The Celtic Warrior,
U.S. Champion Daniel Bryan and Ezekiel Jackson as well as four yet-to-be-determined entrants from SmackDown.
WWE Champion Randy Orton defeated Wade Barrett. Wade Barrett couldn’t possibly have thought he’d seen the last of John Cena, could he?
Earlier in the evening, the Englishman waved tah-tah to the man he was responsible for having fired from WWE and prepared for his title match
against WWE Champion Randy Orton. Taking out an insurance policy, perhaps, Barrett had The Nexus ambush The Viper as he approached the ring.
During their rematch, a battered Orton and the Englishman circled one another cautiously, treading carefully after the attack and the chaos
of their match at Survivor Series. During the contest, Cena surprised both men, cutting through the crowd toward the ring. Upon spotting him,
Barrett charged the ropes, but his nemesis already had him toppling over with an Attitude Adjustment. This allowed Orton to RKO Barrett and
pin him to retain his title – for the moment.
The Miz defeated Randy Orton. Although Randy Orton had successfully defended his title against Wade Barrett at Survivor Series and again on
Raw, The Nexus decided to make him pay with a savage beating. Then, like a shark sensing blood in the water, The Miz cashed in his Money in
the Bank contract on the vulnerable Viper. Despite a valiant effort by Orton, he could no longer overcome the obstacles thrown his path and
fell to Miz, who became the new WWE Champion.
MATCHES:
- KING OF THE RING QUALIFYING MATCH -
Sheamus defeated R-Truth
- KING OF THE RING QUALIFYING MATCH -
Ezekiel Jackson defeated Alex Riley
- KING OF THE RING QUALIFYING MATCH -
( NON TITLE MATCH )
U.S. Champion Daniel Bryan defeated Ted DiBiase Jr.
- NON TITLE MATCH -
Divas Champion Natalya Neidhart defeated Alicia Fox
- KING OF THE RING QUALIFYING MATCH -
John Morrison defeated Tyson Kidd
" WWE CHAMPIONSHIP "
Randy Orton defeated Wade Barrett
retaining the title
" WWE CHAMPIONSHIP "
The Miz defeated Randy Orton
becoming new WWE Champion
Air Time: 2:05:15
Run Time: 2:05:15
RAW
#914
11-29-10 LIVE
Wells Fargo Center
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
KING OF THE RING
The lineage of those who’ve worn the King of the Ring crown is rich with WWE Hall of Famers and Legends, including
“Stone Cold” Steve Austin, Bret Hart, Edge and Triple H. Tonight, a new King, an Irish King would capture the throne
to take his place among WWE royalty.
Alex Riley promised extravagant celebration for new WWE Champion The Miz. After his boss cashed in his Money in the
Bank contract and captured the WWE Title, Alex Riley assured the WWE Universe that the celebration later in the
evening will be nothing short of spectacular. Knowing Miz as we do, humility’s invitation to the party was likely
lost in the mail.
Alberto Del Rio defeated U.S. Champion Daniel Bryan in a King of the Ring First Round Match. Kicking off Raw’s
special King of the Ring tournament, SmackDown’s Alberto Del Rio drove by – in style, naturally – to tangle with
United States Champion Daniel Bryan. Not only did the moneyed Mexican prevail in the tournaments first round, he
forced Bryan – a proven submission specialist – to tap out!
The Nexus’ Michael McGillicutty attacked. Michael McGillicutty appeared to be on a mission to penalize R-Truth for
trying to help John Cena last week. As he headed toward the ring from the locker room area, however, the Nexus
disciple’s mission got cut “painfully” short. He was attacked by an unknown assailant, who offered up a mysterious
“You Can’t See Me” wave of the hand at the end of the brutal beatdown.
John Morrison defeated Cody Rhodes in a King of the Ring First Round Match. SmackDown 1, Raw 1. In the first round
of the 2010 King of the Ring Tournament, John Morrison avenged Raw’s earlier loss by defeating the blue brand’s
Cody Rhodes.
Ezekiel Jackson vs. Drew McIntyre King of the Ring First Round Match ended in a Double Count-out. For Ezekiel
Jackson, any result shy of victory warrants swift punishment. In his first round, King of the Ring match against
Drew McIntyre, Big Zeke and the Scot were both eliminated from crown contention as a result of a double count-out.
Though both were eliminated from the tournament, Big Zeke still dragged McIntyre back into the ring, where he
slammed him in a fit of rage.
WWE Champion The Miz vs. Jerry Lawler in a Tables, Ladders & Chairs Match arranged. During his celebratory address,
new WWE Champion The Miz boasted, bragged and bullied. In other words, he was his typically nauseating self. The
whole spectacle proved too much for Jerry “The King” Lawler, who noted that Miz defeated Randy Orton only after the
former champion had been attacked by The Nexus and had to fight the group’s formidable leader, Wade Barrett. Miz
appeared incensed, but the anonymous Raw General Manager chimed in. The GM arranged a Tables, Ladders & Chairs Match
pitting Miz against Lawler!
Mark Henry & Yoshi Tatsu defeated WWE Tag Team Champions Justin Gabriel & Heath Slater in a Non-Title Match.
Accounts of John Cena’s departure have been greatly exaggerated. During a match pitting WWE Tag Team Champions
Justin Gabriel & Heath Slater against Mark Henry & Yoshi Tatsu, Cena showed everyone he isn’t going away without a
fight. As the Nexus pair fought on, Cena weaved through the crowd and watched from a ringside seat, allowing The
World’s Strongest Man to capitalize. Afterward, the pink-slipped Superstar hopped a barricade and leveled Slater
with an Attitude Adjustment through the announce table. Before Nexus descended, Cena made his escape through the
frenzied crowd.
John Morrison defeated Alberto Del Rio in a King of the Ring Semifinals Match. In their King of the Ring Semifinals
Match, John Morrison and Alberto Del Rio had an unexpected visitor. The athletic duo clashed in an impressive outing
for both when Del Rio’s nemesis, Rey Mysterio, appeared in Del Rio's automobile. The moneyed Mexican lost focus and
found The Shaman of Sexy quick to capitalize, nailing his opponent to advance in the tournament.
Wade Barrett confronted John Cena. After John Cena ambushed WWE Tag Team Champions Justin Gabriel & Heath Slater,
their Nexus leader, Wade Barrett, decided there was only one course of action. The Englishman called out the man he
had fired, but Cena was already in the arena parking lot. The Englishman then ordered his minions to flood the
parking lot. When The Nexus members did just that, however, they soon found themselves confronted by a host of Raw
Superstars there to face off against them. As his former Nexus cohorts were beaten or fled, Cena told Barrett - the
only man who can hire him back - that he would not relent until he took out each and every one of The Nexus’ members.
Divas Champion Natalya, Gail Kim & Melina defeated Maryse, Alicia Fox & Tamina. Love knows no bounds – or schedules.
Even during a match, the love bug struck Tamina as she paired with Maryse & Alicia Fox against Divas Champion
Natalya, Gail Kim & Melina. She was paid a visit by Santino Marella, who serenaded her with a love song. The
amorous interruption allowed Natalya to lock the Sharpshooter onto Alicia, who tapped out to give her opponents
the win.
Sheamus defeated John Morrison to become 2010 King of the Ring. Welcome your 2010 King of the Ring, Sheamus! The
Irishman went into the final match with a distinct advantage, having competed in one earlier qualifying match as
opposed to Morrison’s two. The Celtic Warrior heavily leveraged that advantage, using his reserve of energy to
overcome Morrison’s impressive athleticism. After the contest, the royal coronation took place, in which Sheamus was
crowned by the reigning Miss USA, Rima Fakih. The time has come, WWE Universe, to hail the new King.
WWE Champion The Miz defeated Jerry “The King” Lawler in a Tables, Ladders and Chairs Match. In the first defense of his
new title, WWE Champion The Miz faced Jerry “The King” Lawler in a Tables, Ladders and Chairs Match. Although the
two exchanged heated words earlier in the evening, once inside the ring, they let their actions do the talking.
Unfortunately for Lawler, Alex Riley would also have a say. The Miz's assistant attempted to intervene, but
"The King" fought him off. Later, Michael Cole would also interfere in the dangerous duel when he sensed the WWE
Champion might lose. The Miz acolyte halted Lawler's ascent up a ladder, costing him the bout and allowing The
"Cleveland Screamer" to bask in the glory of his first successful title defense.
MATCHES:
- KING OF THE RING FIRST ROUND MATCH -
( NON TITLE )
Alberto Del Rio
defeated
U.S. Champion
Daniel Bryan
- KING OF THE RING FIRST ROUND MATCH -
John Morrison
defeated
Cody Rhodes
- KING OF THE RING FIRST ROUND MATCH -
Ezekiel Jackson
vs
Drew McIntyre
ended in a Double Count Out
- NON TITLE MATCH -
Mark Henry & Yoshi Tatsu
defeated
WWE Tag Team Champions
Justin Gabriel & Heath Slater
- KING OF THE RING SEMIFINALS MATCH -
John Morrison
defeated
Alberto Del Rio
Natalya Neidhart, Gail Kim & Melina
defeated
Maryse, Alicia Fox & Tamina
- KING OF THE RING FINAL MATCH -
Sheamus
defeated
John Morrison
becoming King of the Ring
" WWE CHAMPIONSHIP "
( TABLES, LADDERS & CHAIRS )
WWE Champion
Mike "The Miz" Mizanin
defeated
Jerry “The King” Lawler
Air Time: 3:06:00
Run Time: 2:47:07
RAW
#915
12-6-10 LIVE
KFC Yum! Center
Louisville, Kentucky
NEXUS ABANDONS BARRETT
Before the American Revolution began in 1774, the kingdom of Great Britain assumed they had their American subjects squarely under thumb. And we
all know how that turned out. Fast forward 200 years, and Englishman Wade Barrett appears to be on the verge of suffering a similar revolt.
Michael Cole apologized to Jerry Lawler; Randy Orton vs. Alex Riley arranged. Jerry “The King” Lawler wasn’t in the mood. After Michael Cole
interfered in his match last week against WWE Champion The Miz – and likely cost him the title – Lawler sat impatiently through an apology from
his announce partner. Before “The King” could let his fists do the talking, though, the anonymous Raw General Manager informed the two that if
either of them got physical, they would be fired. Not only that, the two were forced to shake hands in the ring – and were then joined by a
surprise guest. Randy Orton used the occasion to send a message to The Miz: He vowed that he would reclaim his title. The WWE Champion informed The
Viper, however, that, according to the Raw GM, he is not required to defend his title for another two weeks at WWE TLC: Tables, Ladders & Chairs.
Miz’s assistant, Alex Riley, on the other hand, was fair game. "The Cleveland Screamer’s" associate challenged Orton to a match, which The Viper
readily accepted despite nursing a knee injury he suffered on the night he lost he title to Miz. To prove that, regardless of his knee, he can
still punish opponents, Orton leveled Cole with a crushing RKO.
Daniel Bryan & Brie Bella defeated Ted DiBiase Jr. & Maryse. Ted DiBiase Jr. & Maryse’s relationship continues to circle the drain. This week, the
tarnished twosome faced off against United States Champion Daniel Bryan & Brie Bella. Thanks to a little “Twin Magic,” courtesy of Nikki Bella,
Bryan and Brie seized the win. Afterward, a victorious Bryan strolled off with the Bellas on his arms while DiBiase Jr. was forced to contend with
a miffed Maryse.
John Cena attacked David Otunga. Room service, anyone? After conducting a Raw interview via satellite from his hotel room, David Otunga was
confronted and attacked by a stealthy John Cena, who had infiltrated the space. Anticipating a Cena strike, however, Husky Harris ambushed the
former WWE employee from behind. Despite the trap, though, Cena managed to beat back his attackers, with Otunga bolting for the door, leaving his
Nexus cohort behind to feel the pain.
Tyson Kidd defeated David Hart Smith. Sheesh, talk about your “giant” interruptions. After suffering an underhanded attack from his former partner
Tyson Kidd three weeks ago, David Hart Smith appeared to be getting his revenge. In a match against Kidd, Hart Smith was punishing his former
friend when Kidd cheated to get the win. After the match, Hart Smith attacked out of frustration, but Kidd had been accompanied to the ring by an
anonymous man, estimated to be at least 7 feet tall and easily 300 pounds. The mystery man intervened on Kidd’s behalf and leveled Hart Smith with
a thunderous clothesline.
Santino Marella & Vladimir Kozlov defeated WWE Tag Team Champions Justin Gabriel & Heath Slater, The Usos and Mark Henry & Yoshi Tatsu in a Fatal
4-Way Elimination Tag Team Match. Italy and Russia banded together to take on the world – and they won. Santino Marella & Vladimir Kozlov outlasted
WWE Tag Team Champions Justin Gabriel & Heath Slater, The Usos and Mark Henry & Yoshi Tatsu in a Fatal 4-Way Elimination Tag Team Match. The
shocking win came after John Cena disrupted the bout, slipping out from under the ring to rattle his former Nexus cohorts, Slater & Gabriel. The
distraction allowed the international men of misery to capitalize and capture the WWE Tag Team Titles to much fanfare, namely Santino’s imaginary
trombone.
John Morrison interrupted Sheamus’s coronation ceremony. Sheamus may have seized the 2010 King of the Ring title last week, but John Morrison
thinks the Irishman is still just a court jester. The Shaman of Sexy interrupted his rival’s coronation ceremony. Morrison decided to implement
a crowning achievement of his own and knocked The Celtic Warrior from the ring.
Divas Champion Natalya Neidhart defeated Melina. The only Diva ever to graduate from the Hart Dungeon proved too dominant for Melina and notched
yet another victory, one in a recent string of successes. After her win, Natalya was ambushed by Lay-Cool, though, who attacked the Divas Champion
in a petty show of spite.
Randy Orton defeated Alex Riley by Disqualification. WWE Champion The Miz gave nothing away. Rather than tell Randy Orton the type of match the
two would be competing in at WWE TLC: Tables, Ladders & Chairs, Miz said he would show The Viper. As his assistant, Alex Riley, clashed with Orton
in the squared circle, “The Cleveland Screamer” lurked nearby. Sensing that The Viper may be surging past his assistant, Miz interfered and
ambushed his rival. After the disqualification, Miz revealed the type of match they would compete in by setting up a wooden table inside the ring.
With Orton dazed, Miz prepared to plunge him through to table. Instead, The Viper rebounded and nearly coiled around Miz, who managed to scamper
off just in time. No matter, Orton seized Miz’s assistant and splintered the wooden table with him instead.
John Cena confronted Wade Barrett. The sun appears to be setting on Wade Barrett’s empire. The cocky Englishman called out John Cena and told him
once again that he would never hire him back into WWE. In that case, Cena informed him, he will never stop ambushing The Nexus. Stalemate. In a
moment of frustration, Barrett ordered his Nexus minions to attack. In a moment of utter defiance, however, each member of the band of outlaws
turned their backs on Barrett, walking instead to the locker room area. Their mutiny left the Englishman a sitting duck, and Cena knew it. He
charged Barrett, who somehow managed to squirm away and dart for the lockers. Once in the locker room area, the Nexus leader beelined for David
Otunga, who gladly told Barrett he has two options: Either he hires Cena back next week, or the Englishman is no longer a part of The Nexus.
MATCHES:
Daniel Bryan & Brie Bella
defeated
Ted DiBiase Jr. & Maryse
Tyson Kidd
defeated
David Hart Smith
" WWE TAG TEAM CHAMPIONSHIP "
- FATAL 4 WAY ELIMINATION MATCH -
Santino Marella & Vladimir Kozlov
defeated
WWE Tag Team Champions Justin Gabriel & Heath Slater,
"The Usos" Jimmy & Jey,
Mark Henry & Yoshi Tatsu
becoming new Tag Champs
- NON TITLE MATCH -
Divas Champion
Natalya Neidhart
defeated
Melina
Randy Orton
defeated
Alex Riley
via a disqualification
Air Time: 2:12:12
Run Time: 2:12:12
RAW
#916
12-13-10 LIVE
New Orleans Arena
New Orleans, Louisiana
SLAMMY AWARDS
In one of the most exciting awards ceremonies on television, bar none, Raw celebrated another year of the Slammy Awards. With the opening of each
envelope, bombshells continued to drop throughout the broadcast. And the Slammy goes to…
The debut of The Nexus won a Slammy Award for Shocker of the Year; The Big Show defeated Wade Barrett by Count-out. Kicking off the festivities for
the prestigious Slammy Awards, surprise guest and former WCW World Heavyweight Champion David Arquette announced the winner of the Slammy for
Shocker of the Year: The debut of The Nexus. As the group’s leader – for now – Wade Barrett accepted the statuette on Nexus’ behalf. After a rather
self-serving speech, the Englishman was in for yet another shocker. The anonymous Raw General Manager arranged a match pitting him against Big
Show. As it appeared The World’s Largest Athlete was poised for victory, Barrett snatched his Slammy and fled up the entrance ramp, allowing Show
to win by count-out.
CM Punk won the Despicable Me Slammy Award; U.S. Champion Daniel Bryan & Kofi Kingston defeated Intercontinental Champion Dolph Ziggler & Ted
DiBiase Jr.. Kelly Kelly and Tyson Kidd were on hand to introduce the winner of the Despicable Me Slammy Award for the most treacherous act of
2010. Before revealing the winner, though, Kidd took a moment to introduce his mountainous bodyguard, Jackson Andrews. He then announced the
recipient as CM Punk, for his harassment of Rey Mysterio’s family. Well deserved, if not incredibly vile. After Punk’s acceptance speech, a couple
of other despicable Superstars, Intercontinental Champion Dolph Ziggler & Ted DiBiase Jr., teamed up to challenge U.S. Champion Daniel Bryan & Kofi
Kingston in a tag team match. Although Ziggler & DiBiase Jr. waged an aggressive offense, Bryan & Kingston managed to surmount the challenge for
the victory.
Pee-wee Herman won the Slammy Award for Guest Star Shining Moment of the Year. Pee Wee’s big adventure continues! WWE Tag Team Champions Santino
Marella & Vladimir Kozlov revealed that the star of stage and screen had won for Guest Star Shining Moment of the Year, after which Herman offered
his acceptance speech via TitanTron.
Cody Rhodes defeated Mark Henry. In his match against Mark Henry, Cody Rhodes not only defeated The World’s Strongest Man, he looked good doing it,
too – but of course.
John Cena won Slammy Award for Holy %@*^ Move of the Year; Wade Barrett rehired John Cena. Just after John Cena won the award for Holy %@*^ Move of
the Year – thanks to nailing Batista with an Attitude Adjustment from a car and through a stage – another Holy %@*^ moment occurred. Wade Barrett
took to the ring and announced that he was rehiring his arch-nemesis John Cena, but only under two conditions. First, Cena must face his former
Nexus boss in a Chairs Match at WWE TLC: Tables, Ladders & Chairs this Sunday. Secondly, Cena was forced to battle David Otunga later in the
evening.
“Angry Miz Girl” received Slammy Award for WWE Universe Fan Reaction of the Year; WWE Champion The Miz defeated Rey Mysterio; Randy Orton vs David
Arquette & Alex Riley in a Handicap Match set. Looking a great deal happier than during her signature moment, “Angry Miz Girl,” whose real name is
Cayley, accepted the Slammy Award for WWE Universe Fan Reaction of the Year. Afterward, WWE Champion The Miz swept in a snagged her statuette.
Sigh. The “Cleveland Screamer,” flanked by his assistant Alex Riley and Hollywood star David Arquette, talked smack about Randy Orton, who he will
face in a Tables Match at the WWE TLC pay-per-view. Before Miz could retreat to the locker room area, Raw’s anonymous GM announced that The Awesome
One must face former world champion Rey Mysterio. The WWE Champion managed to fend off The Master of the 619 when Alberto Del Rio distracted him.
But as Miz and his minions celebrated, the Raw GM arranged a second match. In this one, Riley & Arquette would team up against Orton in a 2-on-1
Handicap Match.
Edge won the Slammy Award for “Oh Snap” Meltdown of the Year. Not only did Edge present the award for “Oh Snap” Meltdown of the Year, he also took
home the Slammy himself. With his former tag team partner Christian at his side, The Rated-R Superstar locked it up when he destroyed the Raw GM’s
computer.
Sheamus vs John Morrison ended in a Double Disqualification; Raw GM arranged Sheamus vs. John Morrison in a Ladder Match at WWE TLC. The animosity
between Sheamus and John Morrison was abundantly evident when the two faced off. So intense were they that each was disqualified for not separating
under orders of the referee. To settle their differences, the Raw GM announced that the pair would face one another in a Ladder Match at WWE TLC
with the winner of the bout becoming the No. 1 contender for the WWE Title.
Lay-Cool won the Slammy Award for “Knucklehead Moment of the Year”. The odd pairing of William Regal and JTG presented the Slammy for Knucklehead
Moment of the Year to the mean pairing of Layla & Michelle McCool. The two clinched the award for losing a match to Mae Young. After a
self-congratulatory speech, Lay-Cool headed to the ring to compete in a Diva Battle Royal for the Diva of the Year Slammy Award.
Michelle McCool won the Slammy Award for Diva of the Year; Raw GM arranged Lay-Cool vs. Divas Champion Natalya & Beth Phoenix in a Diva Tag Team
Tables Match at WWE TLC. Shortly after capturing a prestigious Slammy Award for Knucklehead Moment of the Year, Michelle McCool went for two – and
scored. As one half of Lay-Cool, the callous blond ran a gauntlet in a Diva Battle Royal and, eventually, ousted Divas Champion Natalya to win the
match and the Slammy Award for Diva of the Year. Although she and partner Layla celebrated, their party was cut short. Raw’s GM announced that
Lay-Cool must compete at WWE TLC against Natalya and her partner Beth Phoenix in a first-ever Divas Tag Team Tables Match!
Edge defeated Jack Swagger. In his war on “all things stupid,” Edge explicitly called out Jack Swagger for a number of offenses, but after their
match tonight, “The All-American American” was “smarting” pretty bad. The Ultimate Opportunist thwarted his opponent’s ankle lock when he leveled
Swagger with a devastating Spear.
Shawn Michaels won the Slammy Award for WWE Moment of the Year. Watching Shawn Michaels accept the Slammy Award for WWE Moment of the Year – even
via satellite – many realized just how much they miss The Showstopper. Michaels won the accolade for his final match, but a lot of the WWE Universe
is still holding out hope that it won’t be his last.
Randy Orton defeated David Arquette & Alex Riley in a 2-on-1 Handicap Match. Despite the odds, Randy Orton would not be denied. The Viper clashed
with David Arquette & Alex Riley in a 2-on-1 Handicap Match. Although Orton has certainly proven himself, Arquette’s extensive résumé also includes
a stint as former WCW World Heavyweight Champion. Despite that, Orton demolished his hapless foes. As WWE Champion The Miz observed his WWE TLC
opponent from ringside, Orton pinned his assistant for the win. Afterward, Miz attacked Orton and set up a table in the center of the ring. Before
he could splinter the pine, however, The Viper recovered and sent Arquette straight through.
Michael Cole won Slammy Award for “And I Quote … ” Line of the Year. Michael Cole captured his second Slammy Award when he took home the golden
statuette for the “And I Quote …” Line of the Year. He thanked his "Cole Miners" as well as The Miz for the honor.
John Cena won Slammy Award for WWE Superstar of the Year; Cena defeated David Otunga. The WWE Universe has stood by John Cena over the course of a
difficult year. Their latest show of support came in the form of a Slammy Award for WWE Superstar of the Year, which was voted on by the WWE
Universe, exclusively on WWE.com. After Cena’s acceptance speech, the Superstar changed gears to prepare for his match against David Otunga. As a
newly rehired employee, Cena showed the WWE Universe why he loves his job. He faced off against Otunga in singles competition. During the bout,
Nexus leader Wade Barrett ordered the rest of Nexus off the stage and away from the ring, presumably to prevent them from assisting Otunga. If
that was the Englishman’s intent, he succeeded wildly. Cena locked the STF on his Nexus opponent and forced Otunga to tap out. He then grabbed a
chair and proceeded to repeatedly smash Otunga as Barrett, his opponent in a Chairs Match at WWE TLC, looked on uneasily.
MATCHES:
The Big Show
defeated
Wade Barrett
via a count out
Daniel Bryan & Kofi Kingston
defeated
Dolph Ziggler & Ted DiBiase Jr.
Cody Rhodes
defeated
Mark Henry
- NON TITLE MATCH -
WWE Champion
Mike "The Miz" Mizanin
defeated
Rey Mysterio
Sheamus
vs
John Morrison
ended in a Double Disqualification
- DIVAS BATTLE ROYAL -
Michelle McCool was victorious
Edge
defeated
Jack Swagger
- 2 ON 1 HANDICAP MATCH -
Randy Orton
defeated
David Arquette & Alex Riley
John Cena
defeated
David Otunga
Air Time: 3:11:00
Run Time: 2:55:29
RAW
#917
12-20-10 LIVE
Frank Erwin Center
Austin, Texas
NEXUS FREE
T’was five days before Christmas, And all through WWE, The Superstars were stirring, In the wake of TLC.
Raw General Manager announced main event. It was enough to sap the Christmas spirit right out of the arena. After retaining the WWE Title at WWE
TLC the night before, The Miz entered the ring bearing the gift of gab. As he bragged about his controversial victory over Randy Orton, his
acolytes, Alex Riley and Michael Cole, joined him, representing the Ghosts of Christmas Past and Present, respectively. His heart two sizes too
small, Miz ripped The Viper and then trained his verbal fire onto John Morrison, who defeated Sheamus at WWE TLC to claim No. 1 contender status.
Having heard enough, The Shaman of Sexy confronted his former tag team partner. The situation became so heated, in fact, that Miz and Riley
attacked Morrison, prompting Jerry “The King” Lawler to come to his aid. The fracas erupted further when the 2010 King of the Ring sprinted
down to join the attack on Morrison. As the WWE Champion exited up the entrance ramp, the anonymous Raw General Manager interrupted, arranging the
night’s main event, a Six-Man Tag Team Match pitting Miz, Riley & Sheamus against Morrison, Lawler & Orton, who then surprised the WWE Champion
with a clothesline on the entrance ramp.
Melina defeated Eve and Alicia Fox in a Triple Threat Match. Melina must enjoy pain. How else to explain why she would slap Natalya when the Divas
Champion tried to congratulate her on her victory moments earlier? The Latina lovely had defeated Eve and Alicia Fox in a Triple Threat Match to
earn No. 1 contender status for the Divas Championship. Prior to their future championship bout, however, Melina sent a clear shot across the bow
of the S.S. Nattie with her five finger affront before storming off.
U.S. Champion Daniel Bryan defeated William Regal. The student became the teacher when United States Champion Daniel Bryan faced off against
William Regal. The Englishman, a former trainer and mentor of Bryan, battled his apt pupil in a non-title bout. In the end, it was Bryan who
managed to teach Regal a thing or two. After his victory, Bryan scored another win when his companions of late, Brie and Nikki Bella, each laid a
sweet lip lock on the U.S. Champion.
WWE Tag Team Champion Santino Marella & Tamina defeated Ted DiBiase Jr. & Maryse. Love conquers all. Look no further than Santino Marella & Tamina.
Not only did amore overpower the unlikely pairing, it also helped the couple defeat Ted DiBiase & Maryse. Their chemistry allowed them to best the
former “golden couple” when Tamina managed to pin her blonde counterpart.
John Cena defeated Intercontinental Champion Dolph Ziggler in a Non-Title Match. Fresh off their respective victories at WWE TLC, John Cena and
Intercontinental Champion Dolph Ziggler each wanted to say a few words to the WWE Universe. Unfortunately for WWE’s 2010 Superstar of the Year,
Ziggler, accompanied by his mouthy girlfriend Vickie Guerrero, had no qualms about interrupting his fellow Superstar. Rather than listen to
Ziggler’s noise, the Raw GM arranged a match pitting him against Cena. A resurrected Cena proved too overpowering for his foe, who defeated the
Intercontinental Champion in solid fashion. After the bout, however, CM Punk left the Raw announce table and ambushed Cena with a steel chair
across the back.
Intercontinental Champion Dolph Ziggler & Vickie Guerrero vs. John Cena in a 2-on-1 Handicap Match on SmackDown live Tuesday night. After berating
her main squeeze, Dolph Ziggler, for losing to John Cena, SmackDown Official Consultant Vickie Guerrero arranged a 2-on-1 Handicap Match. She and
her Intercontinental Champion boyfriend will tackle Cena on a special, live edition of SmackDown Tuesday night at 9/8 CT on USA Network, as part of
WWE Week.
Randy Orton, John Morrison & Jerry Lawler defeated WWE Champion The Miz, Alex Riley & Sheamus. The ghosts of The Miz’s past, present and future
came back to haunt him inside the ring. Teaming up with Alex Riley & Sheamus, the WWE Champion faced Randy Orton, John Morrison & Jerry “The King”
Lawler in a Six-Man Tag Team Match. During the bout, The Viper decisively damaged Miz with a surprising RKO, which allowed Lawler to roll him up
for the pin. Afterward, the Raw GM arranged a second Raw match to take place at Tuesday night’s live SmackDown event: WWE Champion The Miz will
clash with The Viper, Randy Orton. In the wake of the announcement, “The Cleveland Screamer” and Orton continued to brawl until Miz ran up the
entrance ramp.
MATCHES:
- TRIPLE THREAT MATCH -
Melina
defeated
Eve Torres & Alicia Fox
- NON TITLE MATCH -
U.S. Champion
Daniel Bryan
defeated
William Regal
Santino Marella & Tamina
defeated
Ted DiBiase Jr. & Maryse
- NON TITLE MATCH -
John Cena
defeated
Intercontinental Champion
Dolph Ziggler
Randy Orton, John Morrison & Jerry Lawler
defeated
The Miz, Alex Riley & Sheamus
Air Time: 2:02:00
Run Time: 1:46:25
RAW
#918
12-27-10 LIVE
Times Union Center
Albany, New York
BON VOYAGE 2010
John Cena confronted CM Punk. When it comes to snide, arrogant, Straight Edge weasels, John Cena’s not exactly a fan. And who could blame the guy?
Last week, WWE’s 2010 Superstar of the Year appeared finally to be putting a tumultuous year behind him by besting Intercontinental Champion Dolph
Ziggler. As he reveled in the victory, however, CM Punk ambushed him and slammed a steel chair into his back. The Second City Savior then did the
same, mere days later on SmackDown. Soon after Cena called out the self-righteous Superstar, Punk defended The Nexus as well as SmackDown Official
Consultant Vickie Guerrero and opined that WWE’s 2010 Superstar of the Year was nothing more than a bully. Perhaps the only thing the two were able
to agree upon was that they would face off later in the evening.
WWE Tag Team Champion Santino Marella defeated Ted DiBiase Jr. Beware the two-headed snake! After successfully – and quickly – navigating the
challenge of Ted DiBiase, WWE Tag Team Champion Santino Marella felt the impetuous fury of The “Fortunate Son.” DiBiase and his girlfriend,
Maryse, attacked the Italian and his special lady friend, Tamina. The odd couple made hisss-tory of their foes by unleashing double Cobras on
their assailants.
John Morrison defeated Alex Riley, arranged WWE Championship Match. John Morrison’s resolution remains as rock hard as his abs. The No. 1 contender
for the WWE Championship faced off against Alex Riley to earn the right to name the time and type of title match against The Miz. Were The Shaman
of Sexy to lose, he would forfeit the title opportunity all together. With so much at stake, Morrison held nothing back to emerge victorious.
Afterward, he gleefully informed his former tag team partner that their title bout will take place next week on Raw and will be a Falls Count
Anywhere Match.
Mark Henry defeated Tyson Kidd. Standing on the shoulders of a giant doesn’t make you a tall man. When Tyson Kidd faced off against Mark Henry,
the diminutive sparkplug enjoyed having his immense bodyguard, Jackson Andrews, in his corner. Unfortunately for Kidd, though, Andrews could only
watch, and Henry quickly took advantage. In fact, not only did The World’s Strongest Man crush his opponent, he also humbled Kidd’s colossal
companion with The World’s Strongest Slam after the bout.
Jerry “The King” Lawler defeated WWE Champion The Miz by Count-out. Lawler 2, Miz 0. For the second week running, Jerry “The King” Lawler upset WWE
Champion The Miz. Last week, Lawler pinned Miz in a Six Man Tag Team Match. This week, the Raw announcer triumphed in a non-title match by
count-out when John Morrison, No. 1 contender for the WWE Title, distracted his former tag team partner and prompted The Awesome One to lose
after a 10 count. As The Guru of Greatness raised Lawler’s hand in victory, Miz went ballistic, even more so when Morrison was knocked him off
the ring apron.
Melina & Alicia Fox defeated Eve Torres & Gail Kim. Divas Champion Natalya appeared eager to face Melina after the Latina slapped her silly last
week when Nattie tried to congratulate her. Some gratitude, huh? This week, though, Nattie was prepared. After Melina & Alicia Fox teamed up to
defeat Eve & Gail Kim, the L.A. woman again tried to smack the Divas Champion, but Nattie turned the other cheek – just in time. She avoided
Melina’s strike and laid a solid slap of her own on her tormentor.
U.S. Champion Daniel Bryan defeated Zack Ryder; WWE Champion The Miz attacked Jerry Lawler. One crows about attracting women while the other
actually, well, does it. Zack Ryder hoped to make an impact when he battled United States Champion Daniel Bryan. Instead, the “Long Island Iced-Z”
offered up a watered down performance against the Bella magnet, who prevailed in convincing fashion. After the bout, The Miz ambushed announcer
Jerry “The King” Lawler, who had defeated the WWE Champion earlier in the evening in a non-title match. After the attack, Miz left the WWE Legend
in a broken heap on the floor.
Randy Orton defeated Sheamus. The King has been toppled – again. To end an extraordinary year, Randy Orton clashed with a familiar rival, Sheamus.
Despite his recent triumph at the 2010 King of the Ring tournament, The Celtic Warrior proved unable to master The Viper. In a year filled with
impressive conquests, Orton leveled his Irish foe once again to polish off the dessert that was 2010.
CM Punk attacked John Cena and joined The Nexus. Reports on the demise of The Nexus are premature. After decimating the ranks of the band of
outlaws, John Cena may have thought he had rid WWE of them for good. Despite the humiliating beatdown he’s administered over the past several
weeks, however, a new iteration of the group appears to have emerged. Prior to his match against CM Punk, WWE’s 2010 Superstar of the Year was
confronted by Nexus loyalist David Otunga, who suspiciously offered to bury the hatchet in the new year. He even proclaimed that Nexus was under
new management, presumably having ousted Wade Barrett. After being rebuffed by a guarded Cena, Otunga and his Nexus cohorts attacked, leaving a
Nexus armband in the ring. After leaving their rival battered, Nexus exited and CM Punk, who had been trying to rally the Raw roster against Cena
all evening, assumed their position. The Straightedge Superstar shrewdly nailed his opponent with a GTS, then slipped the Nexus armband on himself,
signaling that perhaps Punk will be the new ringleader of the yellow-and-black brigade.
MATCHES:
Santino Marella
defeated
Ted DiBiase Jr.
John Morrison
defeated
Alex Riley
Mark Henry
defeated
Tyson Kidd
- NON TITLE MATCH -
Jerry Lawler
defeated
WWE Champion
The Miz
via a count out
Melina & Alicia Fox
defeated
Eve Torres & Gail Kim
- NON TITLE MATCH -
U.S. Champion
Daniel Bryan
defeated
Zack Ryder
Randy Orton
defeated
Sheamus
Air Time: 2:12:00
Run Time: 1:57:25
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