Seth Rollins, fresh from a return at Extreme Rules, starts tonight's show. He says that he is back and that he is taking back the title that he never lost: the WWE World Heavyweight Championship. When he notices that the WWE Universe missed him, he finds it surprising, as he says the WWE Universe hated him to death during his championship reign as he hid behind The Authority every chance he could and everyone called him the weakest link. He says he took all the flowers and "get well soon" cards, put them in a garbage can and lit them all on fire, and says he never needed the WWE Universe and doesn't need them. He tells the WWE Universe to either cheer him or boo him, as he'll get back the title he never lost. Roman Reigns shows up, and when he gets in the ring, Seth Rollins gets out. As he tells Roman he'll only face him on his time, Shane McMahon shows up. Shane knows that there is a lot of animosity between Seth and Roman, and makes a match between the two of them for the WWE World Heavyweight Championship official for Money in the Bank.
Cesaro takes on The Miz, Dean Ambrose takes on Dolph Ziggler, Apollo Crews takes on Chris Jericho, AJ Styles takes on Kevin Owens and Sheamus takes on Sami Zayn...all in Money in the Bank qualifying matches tonight on Raw!
Renee Young interviews Sheamus, who is sick and tired of hearing about the new era and that the kids' eyes will have to covered as what he's going to Sami Zayn won't be for all ages.
Sami Zayn beats Sheamus to qualify for the Money In The Bank Ladder Match. After the match, Sheamus is seething.
Renee Young interviews Apollo Crews...but Sheamus attacks Crews before he can even speak.
The New Day (Kofi Kingston, Big E, Xavier Woods) show up. There is a birthday cake in the ring, and it is out here to celebrate the 1200th episode of Raw tonight. Big E says a wrestling ring is never a safe place for a cake, so Big E volunteers to take it outside...and it almost ends up in JBL and Byron Saxton's faces. All of a sudden, The Social Outcasts (Heath Slater, Bo Dallas, Curtis Axel) spoil the fun and attack The New Day.
The New Day (Kofi Kingston, Big E, Xavier Woods) beat The Social Outcasts (Heath Slater, Bo Dallas, Curtis Axel). After the match, Heath Slater's face goes right into the birthday cake.
Before the next match, The Miz and Maryse gloat over Miz's Intercontinental Championship win and is future Money in the Bank Briefcase win. The Miz ponders who would play him in a movie based on last night, but Maryse says nobody can even compare to him. Before they can kiss, Cesaro makes his entrance.
Cesaro beats The Miz to qualify for the Money In The Bank Ladder Match.
Renee Young interviews Seth Rollins. Stephanie McMahon shows up, and she tells him that things have changed along with their business relationship. They shake hands after she welcomes him back.
Chris Jericho beats Apollo Crews to qualify for the Money In The Bank Ladder Match. After the match, Sheamus laughs after Renee Young tries to interview him.
Jojo interviews Baron Corbin. Corbin says he did what he did last night because he can. Dolph Ziggler shows up and makes fun of Corbin, and says Corbin can't beat him in a technical wrestling match. Corbin tells him that if he wants another match, he'll get one. Next week is a technical wrestling match, but tonight is the Money In The Bank qualifying match against Dean AMbrose. He plans to do what Corbin can't: steal the show.
Enzo Amore returns to WWE programming for the first time since his injury at Payback along with Big Cass. Enzo calls out The Dudley Boyz (Bubba Ray and D-Von Dudley) after what they said about New Jersey at Extreme Rules.
Big Cass beats Bubba Ray Dudley.
Charlotte, Dana Brooke and Ric Flair arrive to address the State of the Women's Championship. Flair tells Charlotte he is proud of her for everything she's accomplished as of late. Charlotte thanks herself before saying Dana Brooke "made the right choice" when it comes to being the best. Dana thanks her for the privilege of standing in the ring with the dirtiest player in the game. Charlotte says she understands why her dad wasn't there, and now she's more powerful and more confident now that she is Women's Champion. She then tells Ric Flair to get out of her ring. She says she's now tired of being referred to as "Ric Flair's daughter" and of people saying she couldn't do anything without his help. She then calls Ric Flair "the second dirtiest player in the game" and says she has no time for people who come in second place. She tells Ric that he abandoned her and that she doesn't need him anymore, and tells him to get out. Ric reluctantly leaves the ring and heads to the back.
Dean Ambrose beats Dolph Ziggler to qualify for the Money In The Bank Ladder Match.
Ric Flair meets with Arn Anderson, who tells him "I'm sorry." Renee Young then tries to interview Flair, but Flair is so miserable after what happened earlier tonight that he can't say a thing.
The Shining Stars (Primo and Epico) invite the WWE Universe to come to Puerto Rico, "The Shining Star of the Caribbean."
Before the next match, AJ Styles says that Roman Reigns is every bit of the man he says he is, and that if it weren't for The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) and The Club (Luke Gallows and Karl Anderson), he would have beat Roman Reigns. He says he has an opportunity to beat Kevin Owens on his own and go on to Money in the Bank. Suddenly, Luke Gallows and Karl Anderson show up and take offense to the "if it weren't for them" line. AJ says that things have changed, and that it's probably time for a professional split. He says that nothing can separate them from being brothers, but Gallows and Anderson don't like the sound of that. Gallows and Anderson eventually leave the ring after AJ says that right now, the ring is his ring.
This Thursday on SmackDown: Cesaro vs. The Miz for the WWE Intercontinental Championship! Kalisto vs. Rusev for the WWE United States Championship!
Kevin Owens beats AJ Styles to qualify for the Money In The Bank Ladder Match.
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Monday, May 23, 2016
Monday, March 7, 2016
Gettin' RAW - Monday Night RAW recap for March 7, 2016
Shane McMahon starts tonight's show. He recaps what happened last week, and says he's lost a respect for his father Vince after he disowned him, and calls him "an egomaniacal, miserable old bastard" who has seriously lost touch. He then says it is his destiny to own Raw and beat The Undertaker, saying that Vince's tyrannical grasp as well as that of Triple H and Stephanie McMahon must stop, and that there are more talent that are more deserving of a push that need it. We hear the gong of 'Taker's theme, followed by Vince's theme. Vince shows up, and the crowd calls him an asshole before chanting for CM Punk. Vince says there is fear in Shane's eyes, and that he will feel that fear at WrestleMania 32. After saying that Stephanie McMahon will get everything now that Shane is out of the will, Vince then talks about the night Shane went to his very first WWE event. We see a picture of father of son from way back when, then Vince takes a picture frame with said photo in it and smashes it with his foot. Vince also says that Shane's children will see him fail against The Undertaker, as a family's dreams will be shattered as 'Taker puts an end to what Vince calls "his greatest failure." Vince then sics security on Shane, and tell them to escort Shane out of the building. Shane says he'll leave peacefully as long as nobody touches him, as he says he's pretty amped up tonight. One guy gets close and tries to put a hand on them, and he gets kneed in the face. The other security guards get in the ring, but they all get beat down, too. Shane stands tall, and Vince is astounded.
Kevin Owens beat Neville with a roll-up. After the match, Owens continues to attack Neville, but that attack is cut short by the surprise appearance of Sami Zayn, who goes straight for Owens and gives him a brawl he'll never forget.
Dolph Ziggler is talking with Zack Ryder when Stephanie McMahon shows up. After talk about Shane McMahon - and a tweet that he was forced to delete due to it being "disaparaging to The Authority," Stephanie puts Dolph Ziggler in an elimination handicap match against three members of The League of Nations (Sheamus, Rusev, King Barrett, Alberto Del Rio).
Summer Rae beats Brie Bella with a roll-up after Lana shows up and distracts Brie. After the match, Lana hits Brie Bella with a Bella Buster.
Dean Ambrose shows up. He loves that he's thrown a wrench in the works on the Road to WrestleMania, and says he's hijacking the WWE World Heavyweight Championship and WrestleMania 32, and says Triple H will respect him after Roadblock. He says that he and Triple H will be doing stuff for the community together, and says Triple H will make him a suit only to realise he's not a suit guy. As soon as he says he'll be a fighting champion, Triple H shows up. He says the World Heavyweight Championship will be around his waist as long as he allows it to be. Dean Ambrose tells Triple H to suck it, but Triple H says "Roadblock" is just a name from marketing and that Ambrose is a speed bump or pothole at best. He also says Ambrose has the same problem with authority as Roman Reigns. After more insults tossed back and forth, Ambrose dares Triple H to get in the ring. Triple H says he'll do it only on his time, then puts Ambrose in a match later tonight against Bray Wyatt to teach him a lesson that "The Authority always wins."
The League of Nations (Sheamus, Rusev, King Barrett) beat Dolph Ziggler in a 3-on-1 elimination match.
We see a video package of Shane McMahon's history in the WWE.
Becky Lynch and Sasha Banks trade words backstage before their tag match against Naomi and Tamina.
Becky Lynch and Sasha Banks beat Naomi and Tamina with a Banks Statement to Tamina. After the match, Becky and Sasha are both attacked by Charlotte.
R-Truth passes by Mark Henry on his way to give Goldust a Chicago deep dish pizza. Goldust doesn't know what's up, until Truth mentions the Golden Truth idea. Goldust then says a true partner would know that he is lactose intolerant, and if he took one bite, his butt would explode. Goldust puts the pizza down and walks away, and as R-Truth says he didn't know about Goldust's exploding butt, Mark Henry takes the pizza all for himself.
Before the next match, The New Day (Kofi Kingston, Big E, Xavier Woods) says that Y2AJ (Chris Jericho and AJ Styles) will never make it, and that they are a real team.
The New Day (Kofi Kingston and Big E) retain the WWE Tag Team Championships against Y2AJ (Chris Jericho and AJ Styles). After the match, Chris Jericho hits three Codebreakers on AJ Styles. He then grabs a Y2AJ shirt and shoves it in AJ Styles' mouth.
Renee Young interviews Chris Jericho, who says he turned on Styles after everyone cheered "AJ Styles" and not "Y2J."
Kalisto beats Tyler Breeze.
Big Boss Man is the next inductee into the WWE Hall of Fame Class of 2016.
Jojo interviews Kalisto. He hopes to make a WrestleMania moment that will live forever. Ryback shows up, saying he's not in the main event on WrestleMania 32, and says he respects Kalisto and says that he is a real-life champion, and tells him he should go solo, saying that being in a tag team with Sin Cara will hold him back.
The Social Outcasts (Heath Slater, Adam Rose, Bo Dallas, Curtis Axel) show up and make fun of Ryback for wanting to go solo. Curtis Axel says "The Axeman Cometh" before everyone does the "YI" chant.
Ryback beats Curtis Axel.
Vince McMahon meets with Stephanie McMahon, who wants to talk to him about Shane McMahon. Stephanie asks "What if...?" Vince says he's got this, but Stephanie asks "What if you don't?" Vince insists he's got this.
This Thursday on SmackDown: Miz TV with Sami Zayn and Kevin Owens as special guests! Chris Jericho explains his actions!
Before the next match, Bray Wyatt appears on the TitanTron, saying he will conquer the conqueror and slay the beast by beating Brock Lesnar at Roadblock this Saturday. Tonight, however, he will use Dean Ambrose as an example of just how dangerous he can be and why he is called "The Eater of Worlds."
Dean Ambrose vs. Bray Wyatt ends with the arrival of the rest of The Wyatt Family (Luke Harper, Erick Rowan, Braun Strowman). The four of them then destroy Ambrose. Triple H then shows up, loosens his tie and gets in the ring. Bray Wyatt stares Triple H down, however, and Triple H returns the favor by staring down Wyatt, who then laughs, looks at the WWE World Heavyweight Championship and touches it, then backs away with his Family. Triple H then deconstructs the commentary table, but when he gets back in the ring, Ambrose hits Triple H with Dirty Deeds. He then picks up the WWE World Heavyweight Championship and looks at it as he stares down Triple H from the corner.
Here are the top 10 moments from tonight's show!
Kevin Owens beat Neville with a roll-up. After the match, Owens continues to attack Neville, but that attack is cut short by the surprise appearance of Sami Zayn, who goes straight for Owens and gives him a brawl he'll never forget.
Dolph Ziggler is talking with Zack Ryder when Stephanie McMahon shows up. After talk about Shane McMahon - and a tweet that he was forced to delete due to it being "disaparaging to The Authority," Stephanie puts Dolph Ziggler in an elimination handicap match against three members of The League of Nations (Sheamus, Rusev, King Barrett, Alberto Del Rio).
Summer Rae beats Brie Bella with a roll-up after Lana shows up and distracts Brie. After the match, Lana hits Brie Bella with a Bella Buster.
Dean Ambrose shows up. He loves that he's thrown a wrench in the works on the Road to WrestleMania, and says he's hijacking the WWE World Heavyweight Championship and WrestleMania 32, and says Triple H will respect him after Roadblock. He says that he and Triple H will be doing stuff for the community together, and says Triple H will make him a suit only to realise he's not a suit guy. As soon as he says he'll be a fighting champion, Triple H shows up. He says the World Heavyweight Championship will be around his waist as long as he allows it to be. Dean Ambrose tells Triple H to suck it, but Triple H says "Roadblock" is just a name from marketing and that Ambrose is a speed bump or pothole at best. He also says Ambrose has the same problem with authority as Roman Reigns. After more insults tossed back and forth, Ambrose dares Triple H to get in the ring. Triple H says he'll do it only on his time, then puts Ambrose in a match later tonight against Bray Wyatt to teach him a lesson that "The Authority always wins."
The League of Nations (Sheamus, Rusev, King Barrett) beat Dolph Ziggler in a 3-on-1 elimination match.
We see a video package of Shane McMahon's history in the WWE.
Becky Lynch and Sasha Banks trade words backstage before their tag match against Naomi and Tamina.
Becky Lynch and Sasha Banks beat Naomi and Tamina with a Banks Statement to Tamina. After the match, Becky and Sasha are both attacked by Charlotte.
R-Truth passes by Mark Henry on his way to give Goldust a Chicago deep dish pizza. Goldust doesn't know what's up, until Truth mentions the Golden Truth idea. Goldust then says a true partner would know that he is lactose intolerant, and if he took one bite, his butt would explode. Goldust puts the pizza down and walks away, and as R-Truth says he didn't know about Goldust's exploding butt, Mark Henry takes the pizza all for himself.
Before the next match, The New Day (Kofi Kingston, Big E, Xavier Woods) says that Y2AJ (Chris Jericho and AJ Styles) will never make it, and that they are a real team.
The New Day (Kofi Kingston and Big E) retain the WWE Tag Team Championships against Y2AJ (Chris Jericho and AJ Styles). After the match, Chris Jericho hits three Codebreakers on AJ Styles. He then grabs a Y2AJ shirt and shoves it in AJ Styles' mouth.
Renee Young interviews Chris Jericho, who says he turned on Styles after everyone cheered "AJ Styles" and not "Y2J."
Kalisto beats Tyler Breeze.
Big Boss Man is the next inductee into the WWE Hall of Fame Class of 2016.
Jojo interviews Kalisto. He hopes to make a WrestleMania moment that will live forever. Ryback shows up, saying he's not in the main event on WrestleMania 32, and says he respects Kalisto and says that he is a real-life champion, and tells him he should go solo, saying that being in a tag team with Sin Cara will hold him back.
The Social Outcasts (Heath Slater, Adam Rose, Bo Dallas, Curtis Axel) show up and make fun of Ryback for wanting to go solo. Curtis Axel says "The Axeman Cometh" before everyone does the "YI" chant.
Ryback beats Curtis Axel.
Vince McMahon meets with Stephanie McMahon, who wants to talk to him about Shane McMahon. Stephanie asks "What if...?" Vince says he's got this, but Stephanie asks "What if you don't?" Vince insists he's got this.
This Thursday on SmackDown: Miz TV with Sami Zayn and Kevin Owens as special guests! Chris Jericho explains his actions!
Before the next match, Bray Wyatt appears on the TitanTron, saying he will conquer the conqueror and slay the beast by beating Brock Lesnar at Roadblock this Saturday. Tonight, however, he will use Dean Ambrose as an example of just how dangerous he can be and why he is called "The Eater of Worlds."
Dean Ambrose vs. Bray Wyatt ends with the arrival of the rest of The Wyatt Family (Luke Harper, Erick Rowan, Braun Strowman). The four of them then destroy Ambrose. Triple H then shows up, loosens his tie and gets in the ring. Bray Wyatt stares Triple H down, however, and Triple H returns the favor by staring down Wyatt, who then laughs, looks at the WWE World Heavyweight Championship and touches it, then backs away with his Family. Triple H then deconstructs the commentary table, but when he gets back in the ring, Ambrose hits Triple H with Dirty Deeds. He then picks up the WWE World Heavyweight Championship and looks at it as he stares down Triple H from the corner.
Here are the top 10 moments from tonight's show!
Monday, February 29, 2016
Gettin' RAW - Monday Night RAW recap for February 29, 2016
JUST A HEADS UP: No videos for this week. I know. I need to get better on these blogs. Meanwhile, enjoy the rest of the posts that I have set up for the week of 2/29-3/5/16!!!
Triple H makes his appearance to start tonight's show. Triple H says only few have it, and the rest bow down to it. That "it" is authority, and he plays to the people's fear to being destroyed by authority in order to know their place in life. He says that Roman should have known his place, as challenging and disrespecting him has led him to sitting at home breathing through his mouth. All of a sudden, Dean Ambrose shows up. He says he just got off the phone with Roman Reigns, and says that Roman told him he's coming for Triple H. Ambrose said he wanted to talk to him Triple H last week, but all the craziness from last week put a stop to that. Ambrose wants to know who Triple H wanted to see - or not see - win the Triple Threat match at Fastlane. Triple H says he didn't see Ambrose winning, but Ambrose asks if Triple H can see him now. Triple H is convinced Ambrose is legitimately crazy, and that Triple H is smart enough not to get in the ring with someone like him because - according to Ambrose - Triple H doesn't think he can beat him. Ambrose then challenges Triple H to a match tonight for the WWE World Heavyweight Championship. Triple H says he's the authority figure around here, but he says he'll think about it and give him an answer by the end of the night. Ambrose says he has other things to do, and Triple H says he's right, because Ambrose is going up against Alberto Del Rio tonight in an attempt to teach him what authority is.
Charlotte watches from ringside for the next match.
Becky Lynch vs. Sasha Banks to determine a #1 contender for the WWE Divas Championship ends with both women's shoulders down on the mat after Sasha Banks hits a Sunset Flip on Becky. Becky is on top of Sasha, but since all four shoulders were down, this match is a draw.
The Wyatt Family (Bray Wyatt, Luke Harper, Erick Rowan, Braun Strowman) appears. Bray thinks he is either insane or that his mind is key to saving the entire world. He asks the WWE Universe to take his hand and join him.
The Miz quickly beats Dolph Ziggler.
Stephanie McMahon shows up to accept the Vincent J. McMahon Legacy of Excellence Award as she intended to last week. She says that Shane McMahon isn't here tonight, and won't be after The Undertaker beats him at WrestleMania 32. She then tries to recite her speech for the award, but everyone keeps booing her and chanting for Shane. Stephanie McMahon finally snaps on the WWE Universe, ticked off with Shane for his actions last week and calling him a regular backstabber. She says it eats Shane alive that she wields power and that she's married to Triple H, and that the thought of working for Shane makes her want to vomit. She hopes that The Undertaker will decimate Shane and force everyone to bow down to her and Triple H.
The League of Nations (Sheamus and Rusev) beat The Lucha Dragons (Sin Cara and Kalisto) with a distraction from Alberto Del Rio. Del Rio attacks Kalisto after the match.
Renee Young interviews Natalya...and it's a plug for Subway.
WWE has surpassed 10 million subscribers on YouTube.
Ryback, now re-focused on going solo, destroys Adam Rose.
Before the next match, The New Day (Kofi Kingston, Big E, Xavier Woods) say they're successful because they're a brotherhood. They say they're the greatest three-man team in history and will fight anyone who says otherwise. As they talk about how they go together like other great teams (like Sonic and Tails), Chris Jericho's entrance stops them.
Chris Jericho and AJ Styles beats The New Day (Kofi Kingston and Big E) after Jericho turns a Trouble In Paradise into the Walls of Jericho. After the match, AJ Styles and Chris Jericho make it clear that "Y2AJ" is a thing and challenge The New Day to a match for the tag team titles next week.
Todd Chrisley of Chrisley Knows Best is in the front row with his youngest son.
Vince McMahon shows up. He doesn't like the idea of his son Shane McMahon running the show, and implies that he would ruin everything. He says it will never happen, and that it would take a miracle for Shane to beat The Undertaker. He loves Shane enough to teach him a lesson he'll never, ever forget, and introduces his "implement of destruction," The Undertaker. 'Taker shows up. He puts his hand on Vince's neck and tells him "You know what will happen when the door shuts behind me at WrestleMania...but the blood of your son is gonna be on your hands, not mine." 'Taker leaves. Vince says Shane has not only lost the match, but also his inheritance, which will all go to Stephanie. He even goes so far as to disown and renounce Shane as his son.
Bubba Ray Dudley beats Jey Uso thanks to the interference attempt from D-Von Dudley.
Goldust runs into R-Truth, who tells him that Golden Truth isn't going to happen. Goldust just walks away.
Country singer Randy Houser is in the front row tonight.
Big Show beats Kevin Owens after knocking him off the top rope.
Renee Young interviews Brie Bella. As Brie talks about how her family is doing, Lana shows up and makes fun of her life as of right now. Brie tells Lana to go back to her cave.
Naomi beats Brie Bella with the Slay-o-mission thanks to some help from Tamina. After the match, Lana shows up and slow claps, mocking Brie.
The Fabulous Freebirds (Michael Hayes, Buddy Roberts, Terry Gordy, Jimmy Garvin) are the next inductees to be announced for the WWE Hall of Fame Class of 2016.
As Sasha Banks and Becky Lynch argue over who could have won, Charlotte shows up and says they have one more opportunity on SmackDown to decide who will be #1 contender to the Divas title. Charlotte then tells them they'll both lose regardless.
Next week: Chris Jericho and AJ Styles vs. The New Day (Kofi Kingston, Big E, Xavier Woods) for the WWE Tag Team Championships! Shane McMahon also makes an appearance!
Dean Ambrose vs. Alberto Del Rio ends when Triple H shows up and sics The League of Nations (Sheamus, Del Rio, Rusev, King Barrett) on him. Triple H tells Dean he should know that he can never win against The Authority, which causes Dean Ambrose to throw punches at Triple H until he gets hit with a Pedigree. Triple H tells him he has his championship match, and as he leaves the ring, Dean Ambrose thanks Triple H through the microphone. Triple H then returns to the ring to do even more damage to Ambrose, and officials have to pull him off of Ambrose.
Triple H makes his appearance to start tonight's show. Triple H says only few have it, and the rest bow down to it. That "it" is authority, and he plays to the people's fear to being destroyed by authority in order to know their place in life. He says that Roman should have known his place, as challenging and disrespecting him has led him to sitting at home breathing through his mouth. All of a sudden, Dean Ambrose shows up. He says he just got off the phone with Roman Reigns, and says that Roman told him he's coming for Triple H. Ambrose said he wanted to talk to him Triple H last week, but all the craziness from last week put a stop to that. Ambrose wants to know who Triple H wanted to see - or not see - win the Triple Threat match at Fastlane. Triple H says he didn't see Ambrose winning, but Ambrose asks if Triple H can see him now. Triple H is convinced Ambrose is legitimately crazy, and that Triple H is smart enough not to get in the ring with someone like him because - according to Ambrose - Triple H doesn't think he can beat him. Ambrose then challenges Triple H to a match tonight for the WWE World Heavyweight Championship. Triple H says he's the authority figure around here, but he says he'll think about it and give him an answer by the end of the night. Ambrose says he has other things to do, and Triple H says he's right, because Ambrose is going up against Alberto Del Rio tonight in an attempt to teach him what authority is.
Charlotte watches from ringside for the next match.
Becky Lynch vs. Sasha Banks to determine a #1 contender for the WWE Divas Championship ends with both women's shoulders down on the mat after Sasha Banks hits a Sunset Flip on Becky. Becky is on top of Sasha, but since all four shoulders were down, this match is a draw.
The Wyatt Family (Bray Wyatt, Luke Harper, Erick Rowan, Braun Strowman) appears. Bray thinks he is either insane or that his mind is key to saving the entire world. He asks the WWE Universe to take his hand and join him.
The Miz quickly beats Dolph Ziggler.
Stephanie McMahon shows up to accept the Vincent J. McMahon Legacy of Excellence Award as she intended to last week. She says that Shane McMahon isn't here tonight, and won't be after The Undertaker beats him at WrestleMania 32. She then tries to recite her speech for the award, but everyone keeps booing her and chanting for Shane. Stephanie McMahon finally snaps on the WWE Universe, ticked off with Shane for his actions last week and calling him a regular backstabber. She says it eats Shane alive that she wields power and that she's married to Triple H, and that the thought of working for Shane makes her want to vomit. She hopes that The Undertaker will decimate Shane and force everyone to bow down to her and Triple H.
The League of Nations (Sheamus and Rusev) beat The Lucha Dragons (Sin Cara and Kalisto) with a distraction from Alberto Del Rio. Del Rio attacks Kalisto after the match.
Renee Young interviews Natalya...and it's a plug for Subway.
WWE has surpassed 10 million subscribers on YouTube.
Ryback, now re-focused on going solo, destroys Adam Rose.
Before the next match, The New Day (Kofi Kingston, Big E, Xavier Woods) say they're successful because they're a brotherhood. They say they're the greatest three-man team in history and will fight anyone who says otherwise. As they talk about how they go together like other great teams (like Sonic and Tails), Chris Jericho's entrance stops them.
Chris Jericho and AJ Styles beats The New Day (Kofi Kingston and Big E) after Jericho turns a Trouble In Paradise into the Walls of Jericho. After the match, AJ Styles and Chris Jericho make it clear that "Y2AJ" is a thing and challenge The New Day to a match for the tag team titles next week.
Todd Chrisley of Chrisley Knows Best is in the front row with his youngest son.
Vince McMahon shows up. He doesn't like the idea of his son Shane McMahon running the show, and implies that he would ruin everything. He says it will never happen, and that it would take a miracle for Shane to beat The Undertaker. He loves Shane enough to teach him a lesson he'll never, ever forget, and introduces his "implement of destruction," The Undertaker. 'Taker shows up. He puts his hand on Vince's neck and tells him "You know what will happen when the door shuts behind me at WrestleMania...but the blood of your son is gonna be on your hands, not mine." 'Taker leaves. Vince says Shane has not only lost the match, but also his inheritance, which will all go to Stephanie. He even goes so far as to disown and renounce Shane as his son.
Bubba Ray Dudley beats Jey Uso thanks to the interference attempt from D-Von Dudley.
Goldust runs into R-Truth, who tells him that Golden Truth isn't going to happen. Goldust just walks away.
Country singer Randy Houser is in the front row tonight.
Big Show beats Kevin Owens after knocking him off the top rope.
Renee Young interviews Brie Bella. As Brie talks about how her family is doing, Lana shows up and makes fun of her life as of right now. Brie tells Lana to go back to her cave.
Naomi beats Brie Bella with the Slay-o-mission thanks to some help from Tamina. After the match, Lana shows up and slow claps, mocking Brie.
The Fabulous Freebirds (Michael Hayes, Buddy Roberts, Terry Gordy, Jimmy Garvin) are the next inductees to be announced for the WWE Hall of Fame Class of 2016.
As Sasha Banks and Becky Lynch argue over who could have won, Charlotte shows up and says they have one more opportunity on SmackDown to decide who will be #1 contender to the Divas title. Charlotte then tells them they'll both lose regardless.
Next week: Chris Jericho and AJ Styles vs. The New Day (Kofi Kingston, Big E, Xavier Woods) for the WWE Tag Team Championships! Shane McMahon also makes an appearance!
Dean Ambrose vs. Alberto Del Rio ends when Triple H shows up and sics The League of Nations (Sheamus, Del Rio, Rusev, King Barrett) on him. Triple H tells Dean he should know that he can never win against The Authority, which causes Dean Ambrose to throw punches at Triple H until he gets hit with a Pedigree. Triple H tells him he has his championship match, and as he leaves the ring, Dean Ambrose thanks Triple H through the microphone. Triple H then returns to the ring to do even more damage to Ambrose, and officials have to pull him off of Ambrose.
Monday, February 22, 2016
Gettin' RAW - Monday Night RAW recap for February 22, 2016
It is announced on the pre-show that Brock Lesnar attacked Dean Ambrose shortly after he arrived in the arena before the show. Lesnar slams Ambrose into a nearby limousine a few times before walking away. Dean Ambrose is taken away in an ambulance.
Renee Young interviews Dolph Ziggler, who admits that Kevin Owens got the better of him at Fastlane. He promises to put the WWE Intercontinental Championship around his waist at WrestleMania 32. The Miz shows up and says Renee Young should be asking about his WrestleMania plans, since he headlined it five years ago. Dolph Ziggler tells him that was five years ago, and that everything he's done since then has been largely forgotten. After asking him what he's done lately, Ziggler tells Miz that if he thinks he deserves a shot at the Intercontinental Championship, then he himself doesn't deserve to be a WWE Superstar.
The Vincent J. McMahon Legacy of Excellence Award can be see in the center of the ring at the beginning of the show.
Vince McMahon shows up to present the Vincent J. McMahon Legacy of Excellence Award. Vince McMahon talks about his father, then awards the trophy to his daughter, Stephanie McMahon, who shows up to accept it. Vince tells her she was born for this business and embodies all the attributes of his father. As she thanks Triple H for making everything possible, Shane McMahon appears in the WWE for the first time in years. Vince tries to hug him and shake his hand, but Shane stops him, saying that this award is why he's here and that Stephanie isn't deserving of it. Stephanie tells Shane he doesn't know what he's talking about, especially when it comes to running a business like WWE, but Shane tells her that she and Triple H have run the company into the ground. Stephanie tells him to get out, but Shane tells her and Vince that Vince messed up big time a couple of years and he had to save his bacon. In the process, he was able to take some time off and save his place in line. As for Stephanie's rise atop the company ladder in WWE, Shane let it happen. Stephanie wants to know if this is true, and Vince says there's some truth to it. Shane then says it's all true, and at the time...it was best for business. Shane then tells Steph to leave the ring. Stephanie tells Shane she'll never forgive him. Vince tries to cut him a check, thinking it's about money, but Shane says it's not about money, it's about the McMahon legacy...and that he wants control of Monday Night Raw. Vince says if he controls Raw, he controls the entire company, and that he can't just pick up where he left off now that WWE is a publicly traded company. But he cuts him a deal: he'll give Shane what he wants if he has one match...one night...against an opponent of Vince's choosing. If he wins, he gets what he wants. If he loses, Vince wants everything in Shane's lockbox so that Shane can't hold anything over his head ever again. Shane agrees, and Vince names the time and the place: WrestleMania 32. The opponent of Vince's choice is The Undertaker...and it will be Hell in a Cell.
The New Day (Kofi Kingston, Big E, Xavier Woods) beat Neville and The Lucha Dragons (Sin Cara and Kalisto) after Kofi grabs at Sin Cara's mask and pulls it off a bit, leading to a distraction that allows him to hit Trouble in Paradise.
Roman Reigns is concerned about Dean Ambrose. All he knows is that they're running tests on him. As for WrestleMania 32, it's just him and Triple H now, and he likes his odds. He promises to win the WWE World Heavyweight Championship right then and there.
Paul Heyman and Brock Lesnar show up. Heyman begins by putting Lesnar on a pedestal, and gets us up to speed on what happened at Fastlane before showing us that video of Lesnar decimating Dean Ambrose before the show. Heyman says nothing can protect Ambrose from Lesnar, who he says should be in the main event at WrestleMania 32. After Heyman says that Lesnar is looking for a new WrestleMania opponent, the ambulance is seen on the TitanTron returning to the arena...and out comes Dean Ambrose, still in the neck brace and still extremely weak from the beating Lesnar gave him. He drags himself towards the ring. Lesnar meets him outside, then leaves him alone. Ambrose then gets the mic and tells Lesnar to kiss his ass and that he's indestructible. He then says he wants Brock Lesnar at WrestleMania 32 in a no-holds-barred street fight. Lesnar then returns and hits Ambrose with an F5 outside the ring. Heyman then tells Ambrose his client accepts his challenge.
Before the next match, The Dudley Boyz (Bubba Ray and D-Von Dudley) show up and tell The Usos they're the most decorated tag team in WWE history, not a nostalgia act, and that their legacy is definied by their tag team title reigns, not the tables, which they say we will never see again. D-Von then tells The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) that Rikishi should have taught them respect instead of buying thongs over and over again. The Usos are about to argue with them when The Ascension (Konnor and Viktor) attack them from behind, getting their match underway.
The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) quickly beat The Ascension (Konnor and Viktor). The Dudley Boyz (Bubba Ray and D-Von) approach the ring after the match, then back away.
University of Michigan head football coach Jim Harbaugh is in the crowd tonight.
Chris Jericho shows up. He talks about AJ Styles and their three matches including their last one at Fastlane. He has a few more things he wants to say to AJ Styles, so he calls him out. AJ Styles shows up. Jericho admits AJ beat him, then congratulates him for proving that he belongs in the WWE. He calls AJ "phenomenal," then he and AJ shake hands. Suddenly, The Social Outcasts (Heath Slater, Adam Rose, Bo Dallas, Curtis Axel) show up and act sarcastic and unimpressed about the whole thing. They say nobody is buying this and tell them to get out of the ring as they are a real time. Jericho calls The Social Outcasts' bluff and challenges them right now.
Chris Jericho and AJ Styles beat The Social Outcasts (Heath Slater and Curtis Axel) with the Walls of Jericho on Axel as AJ Styles takes down the rest of The Social Outcasts (Slater, Bo Dallas, Adam Rose).
Triple H and Stephanie McMahon talk backstage. They call Shane McMahon a failure, and that the current situation will be no different. Meanwhile, they have a surprise in store for Roman Reigns...
Stephanie McMahon tells Roman Reigns he has a match with Sheamus, and makes fun of his friendship with Dean Ambrose.
Goldust apologizes to R-Truth for what happened last night with a chocolate frosted yellow cake saying "I'm sorry." He almost gets R-Truth to team up with him, but Truth pushes the cake into his face instead.
The Wyatt Family (Bray Wyatt, Luke Harper, Erick Rowan) beat Ryback, Kane and The Big Show after Ryback walks out on his teammates.
Ryback says he left the match because he had nothing to prove in the rematch from Fastlane, and that he's done being part of tag teams. He wants to go solo again and break the glass ceiling there, and tells Big Show and Kane that it's nothing personal. He wants the spotlight to be on him.
Sasha Banks beats Naomi with the Banks Statement after Becky Lynch takes out Tamina. After the match, Charlotte shows up wearing a top that looks similar to Brie Bella's. She mocks both Becky Lynch and Sasha Banks, and tries to drive a wedge between them as she tries to figure which of them will get a title shot against her at WrestleMania 32.
Stephanie McMahon tells her father Vince McMahon that she doesn't want to work for her brother Shane McMahon. Vince tells her that with this calculated risk he's set up, she won't have to.
The Godfather is the next inductee into the WWE Hall of Fame Class of 2016. He will be inducted into the Hall by The Acolytes Protection Agency (JBL and Ron Simmons).
Triple H will be on SmackDown this Thursday night to address Roman Reigns!
Roman Reigns vs. Sheamus ends when Triple H shows up, this time in a T-shirt, blue jeans, boots and taped up hands. Roman Reigns and Triple H brawl. Triple H ends up winning this brawl by a long shot by ramming Roman Reigns into the commentary table multiple times to the point that Roman Reigns is bleeding from his nose and hitting him with a Pedigree on the steel steps.
Renee Young interviews Dolph Ziggler, who admits that Kevin Owens got the better of him at Fastlane. He promises to put the WWE Intercontinental Championship around his waist at WrestleMania 32. The Miz shows up and says Renee Young should be asking about his WrestleMania plans, since he headlined it five years ago. Dolph Ziggler tells him that was five years ago, and that everything he's done since then has been largely forgotten. After asking him what he's done lately, Ziggler tells Miz that if he thinks he deserves a shot at the Intercontinental Championship, then he himself doesn't deserve to be a WWE Superstar.
The Vincent J. McMahon Legacy of Excellence Award can be see in the center of the ring at the beginning of the show.
Vince McMahon shows up to present the Vincent J. McMahon Legacy of Excellence Award. Vince McMahon talks about his father, then awards the trophy to his daughter, Stephanie McMahon, who shows up to accept it. Vince tells her she was born for this business and embodies all the attributes of his father. As she thanks Triple H for making everything possible, Shane McMahon appears in the WWE for the first time in years. Vince tries to hug him and shake his hand, but Shane stops him, saying that this award is why he's here and that Stephanie isn't deserving of it. Stephanie tells Shane he doesn't know what he's talking about, especially when it comes to running a business like WWE, but Shane tells her that she and Triple H have run the company into the ground. Stephanie tells him to get out, but Shane tells her and Vince that Vince messed up big time a couple of years and he had to save his bacon. In the process, he was able to take some time off and save his place in line. As for Stephanie's rise atop the company ladder in WWE, Shane let it happen. Stephanie wants to know if this is true, and Vince says there's some truth to it. Shane then says it's all true, and at the time...it was best for business. Shane then tells Steph to leave the ring. Stephanie tells Shane she'll never forgive him. Vince tries to cut him a check, thinking it's about money, but Shane says it's not about money, it's about the McMahon legacy...and that he wants control of Monday Night Raw. Vince says if he controls Raw, he controls the entire company, and that he can't just pick up where he left off now that WWE is a publicly traded company. But he cuts him a deal: he'll give Shane what he wants if he has one match...one night...against an opponent of Vince's choosing. If he wins, he gets what he wants. If he loses, Vince wants everything in Shane's lockbox so that Shane can't hold anything over his head ever again. Shane agrees, and Vince names the time and the place: WrestleMania 32. The opponent of Vince's choice is The Undertaker...and it will be Hell in a Cell.
The New Day (Kofi Kingston, Big E, Xavier Woods) beat Neville and The Lucha Dragons (Sin Cara and Kalisto) after Kofi grabs at Sin Cara's mask and pulls it off a bit, leading to a distraction that allows him to hit Trouble in Paradise.
Roman Reigns is concerned about Dean Ambrose. All he knows is that they're running tests on him. As for WrestleMania 32, it's just him and Triple H now, and he likes his odds. He promises to win the WWE World Heavyweight Championship right then and there.
Paul Heyman and Brock Lesnar show up. Heyman begins by putting Lesnar on a pedestal, and gets us up to speed on what happened at Fastlane before showing us that video of Lesnar decimating Dean Ambrose before the show. Heyman says nothing can protect Ambrose from Lesnar, who he says should be in the main event at WrestleMania 32. After Heyman says that Lesnar is looking for a new WrestleMania opponent, the ambulance is seen on the TitanTron returning to the arena...and out comes Dean Ambrose, still in the neck brace and still extremely weak from the beating Lesnar gave him. He drags himself towards the ring. Lesnar meets him outside, then leaves him alone. Ambrose then gets the mic and tells Lesnar to kiss his ass and that he's indestructible. He then says he wants Brock Lesnar at WrestleMania 32 in a no-holds-barred street fight. Lesnar then returns and hits Ambrose with an F5 outside the ring. Heyman then tells Ambrose his client accepts his challenge.
Before the next match, The Dudley Boyz (Bubba Ray and D-Von Dudley) show up and tell The Usos they're the most decorated tag team in WWE history, not a nostalgia act, and that their legacy is definied by their tag team title reigns, not the tables, which they say we will never see again. D-Von then tells The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) that Rikishi should have taught them respect instead of buying thongs over and over again. The Usos are about to argue with them when The Ascension (Konnor and Viktor) attack them from behind, getting their match underway.
The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) quickly beat The Ascension (Konnor and Viktor). The Dudley Boyz (Bubba Ray and D-Von) approach the ring after the match, then back away.
University of Michigan head football coach Jim Harbaugh is in the crowd tonight.
Chris Jericho shows up. He talks about AJ Styles and their three matches including their last one at Fastlane. He has a few more things he wants to say to AJ Styles, so he calls him out. AJ Styles shows up. Jericho admits AJ beat him, then congratulates him for proving that he belongs in the WWE. He calls AJ "phenomenal," then he and AJ shake hands. Suddenly, The Social Outcasts (Heath Slater, Adam Rose, Bo Dallas, Curtis Axel) show up and act sarcastic and unimpressed about the whole thing. They say nobody is buying this and tell them to get out of the ring as they are a real time. Jericho calls The Social Outcasts' bluff and challenges them right now.
Chris Jericho and AJ Styles beat The Social Outcasts (Heath Slater and Curtis Axel) with the Walls of Jericho on Axel as AJ Styles takes down the rest of The Social Outcasts (Slater, Bo Dallas, Adam Rose).
Triple H and Stephanie McMahon talk backstage. They call Shane McMahon a failure, and that the current situation will be no different. Meanwhile, they have a surprise in store for Roman Reigns...
Stephanie McMahon tells Roman Reigns he has a match with Sheamus, and makes fun of his friendship with Dean Ambrose.
Goldust apologizes to R-Truth for what happened last night with a chocolate frosted yellow cake saying "I'm sorry." He almost gets R-Truth to team up with him, but Truth pushes the cake into his face instead.
The Wyatt Family (Bray Wyatt, Luke Harper, Erick Rowan) beat Ryback, Kane and The Big Show after Ryback walks out on his teammates.
Ryback says he left the match because he had nothing to prove in the rematch from Fastlane, and that he's done being part of tag teams. He wants to go solo again and break the glass ceiling there, and tells Big Show and Kane that it's nothing personal. He wants the spotlight to be on him.
Sasha Banks beats Naomi with the Banks Statement after Becky Lynch takes out Tamina. After the match, Charlotte shows up wearing a top that looks similar to Brie Bella's. She mocks both Becky Lynch and Sasha Banks, and tries to drive a wedge between them as she tries to figure which of them will get a title shot against her at WrestleMania 32.
Stephanie McMahon tells her father Vince McMahon that she doesn't want to work for her brother Shane McMahon. Vince tells her that with this calculated risk he's set up, she won't have to.
The Godfather is the next inductee into the WWE Hall of Fame Class of 2016. He will be inducted into the Hall by The Acolytes Protection Agency (JBL and Ron Simmons).
Triple H will be on SmackDown this Thursday night to address Roman Reigns!
Roman Reigns vs. Sheamus ends when Triple H shows up, this time in a T-shirt, blue jeans, boots and taped up hands. Roman Reigns and Triple H brawl. Triple H ends up winning this brawl by a long shot by ramming Roman Reigns into the commentary table multiple times to the point that Roman Reigns is bleeding from his nose and hitting him with a Pedigree on the steel steps.
Monday, February 8, 2016
Gettin' RAW - Monday Night RAW recap for February 8, 2016 - Daniel Bryan's Retirement!
On tonight's pre-show, it is reported that Daniel Bryan has announced on Twitter that due to medical reasons, he is announcing his retirement, and that more details are to come later tonight.
We see a video tribute to Daniel Bryan.
Stephanie McMahon starts the show. After shrugging off the "Daniel Bryan" chants, she talks about the Triple Threat Match at Fastlane to decide who faces Triple H and WrestleMania 32. Dean Ambrose shows up and tells Stephanie to get straight to the point and start the contract signing, and calls out Brock Lesnar. Stephanie tries to restore order when Roman Reigns shows up. Roman asks what the hold-up is. Stephanie then introduces Brock Lesnar, who shows up with Paul Heyman. The three men then sign the contract, then Heyman says being attacked by The Authority is nothing compared to being attacked by Brock Lesnar. Ambrose then gets in Lesnar' face, and Lesnar responds by giving a beatdown to both Reigns and Ambrose. Triple H shows up at the top of the ramp, and he and Stephanie are pleased by what Lesnar have done.
We look back at Daniel Bryan's time in the original NXT show back in 2010.
Dolph Ziggler uses the ropes to beat Kevin Owens. Owens is livid after the match.
We look back at Daniel Bryan's United States Championship win at Night of Champions 2010.
The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) meet The Dudley Boyz (Bubba Ray and D-Von Dudley). The Dudleys suggest they team up against The New Day (Kofi Kingston, Big E, Xavier Woods), for if any one team if worthy of a Tables Match against The New Day, it's The Dudleys. The Usos are up for the idea.
Charlotte will defend the WWE Divas Championship against Brie Bella at Fastlane.
Charlotte beats Alicia Fox with the Figure Eight.
It's official: The Dudley Boyz (Bubba Ray and D-Von Dudley) and The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) take on The New Day (Kofi Kingston, Big E, Xavier Woods) and a mystery partner in an eight-man tag team tables match.
It's time for Miz TV. The Miz is still salty about what AJ Styles did to him on last week's show. As he still talks about it, out comes tonight's guest, Chris Jericho. Jericho says the Seattle, Washington audience deserves a Highlight Reel...and we get one, as the Miz TV set gets redecorated. The Miz gets ticked, saying this isn't right, and Jericho realizes we need a stool and a potted plant from Roman Reigns and Dean Ambrose respectively, so we get them. The Miz ends up being the guest, and Jericho asks him about his recent match with AJ Styles. Miz mentions that Styles broke his front teeth, and that he had to go to great length to get them fixed. Jericho laughs about it, but Miz then makes fun of Jericho's loss to Styles as an attempt to say that he isn't the only one upstaged by AJ Styles. Jericho says this has been eating him up inside for the last two weeks, then after he asks if AJ Styles can beat him a second time, he says he doubts it because he is the best at what he does. AJ Styles shows up, then Miz attacks Jericho from behind. AJ attacks both men, but he and Jericho work together to toss Miz out of the ring. The two of them stare down, then brawl. Miz is involved again, but Jericho takes him out of the equation once more. Both Styles and Jericho then stare down before Jericho leaves.
We look back at Daniel Bryan's Money In The Bank ladder match win in 2011.
Bray Wyatt beats Ryback. After the match, The Wyatt Family (Bray Wyatt, Luke Harper, Erick Rowan, Braun Strowman) attack Ryback.
We look back on the life and times of Team Hell No (Daniel Bryan and Kane).
Renee Young interviews The New Day (Kofi Kingston, Big E, Xavier Woods) as they clean and analyze a table. They say they'll get a partner for their match eventually.
Dean Ambrose still wants Brock Lesnar. Roman Reigns offers to help him, but Ambrose says he wants Lesnar alone.
Before the next match, The Social Outcasts (Heath Slater, Adam Rose, Bo Dallas, Curtis Axel) mention last night's Super Bowl, and Adam Rose says that tonight's top headline will be the "The Florida Gator" (a reference to Titus O'Neil) getting mutilated by "The Radical Mongoose" (himself).
Adam Rose beats Titus O'Neil after the distraction from Heath Slater after Titus plows through The Social Outcasts (Slater, Rose, Bo Dallas, Curtis Axel) outside the ring.
We look back at SummerSlam 2013, when Daniel Bryan won the WWE World Heavyweight Championship for the first time.
Dean Ambrose shows up and mocks the F-5, saying Brock Lesnar can't get the job done. He calls out Lesnar again, telling him to get the job done. He says Suplex City has gone soft, and continue to mock both Lesnar and Paul Heyman. Lesnar and Heyman eventually show up, and Lesnar and Ambrose have a brawl in which Lesnar immediately goes on the warpath and comes up on top. After two F-5's to Ambrose, Lesnar leaves, but Ambrose wants more and Lesnar sees this as he stops and looks back. When he gets back in the ring, Reigns shows up, and Ambrose hits a low blow on a distracted Lesnar. Ambrose lays down on the ramp afterward.
The League of Nations (Alberto Del Rio and Rusev) beat The Lucha Dragons (Sin Cara and Kalisto).
R-Truth meets Goldust, who is dressed up like Jimi Hendrix. Goldust breaks a guitar, then gets carried away by security.
We look back at #OccupyRAW.
Sasha Banks guests on commentary for the next match.
Tamina beats Becky Lynch after Becky comes to Sasha Banks' aid and attacks Naomi only to run back into the ring and into a Tamina super kick. During the match, it is announced that Sasha and Becky will take on Naomi and Tamina at Fastlane.
The New Day (Kofi Kingston, Big E, Xavier Woods) recruit Mark Henry for the eight-man tag team tables match...and he quickly gets into the rhythm.
This Thursday on SmackDown: AJ Styles vs. Chris Jericho II!
The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) and The Dudley Boyz (Bubba Ray and D-Von Dudley) beat The New Day (Kofi Kingston, Big E, Xavier Woods) and Mark Henry after Henry leaves The New Day high and dry after they boss him around. After the match, The Dudley Boyz turn on The Usos and put both of them through tables.
Daniel Bryan shows up, now with shorter hair and a trimmed beard since the last time that we saw him, looking much like he did back in 2011 and 2012. He says that he cut his hair and beard for Wigs For Kids to benefit children diagnosed with pediatric cancer. Bryan admits he has had three concussions in the first five months of his 16-year career, and has been getting more here and there, but he always turned out fine every time and has loved professional wrestling more than anything else. A week and a half ago, however, he found out his brain may not be as good as he thought it was. Having a family to think about as well as future children, he announces his retirement from professional wrestling. He feels nothing but gratitude after a 16-year career, and talks about some of his favorite things from his career. Daniel Bryan then says he is grateful to have done this, not just because the WWE Universe got behind him in the last two years, but also because the WWE Universe made the last time his dad saw him wrestle before he passed away memorable and because he met his girlfriend (and now wife) Brie Bella through the profession. Tomorrow he starts a new life, but tonight, he gets one last "Yes!" chant. Brie Bella joins him in the ring.
The celebration continues on the WWE Network, where the entire WWE roster including Triple H, Stephanie McMahon and Vince McMahon stand at the top of the ramp to thank Daniel Bryan. Daniel Bryan thanks the fans, friends, family, commentary, Lilian Garcia, and finally the locker room.
Here are the top 10 moments from tonight's show!
We see a video tribute to Daniel Bryan.
We look back at Daniel Bryan's time in the original NXT show back in 2010.
Dolph Ziggler uses the ropes to beat Kevin Owens. Owens is livid after the match.
We look back at Daniel Bryan's United States Championship win at Night of Champions 2010.
The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) meet The Dudley Boyz (Bubba Ray and D-Von Dudley). The Dudleys suggest they team up against The New Day (Kofi Kingston, Big E, Xavier Woods), for if any one team if worthy of a Tables Match against The New Day, it's The Dudleys. The Usos are up for the idea.
Charlotte will defend the WWE Divas Championship against Brie Bella at Fastlane.
Charlotte beats Alicia Fox with the Figure Eight.
It's official: The Dudley Boyz (Bubba Ray and D-Von Dudley) and The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) take on The New Day (Kofi Kingston, Big E, Xavier Woods) and a mystery partner in an eight-man tag team tables match.
It's time for Miz TV. The Miz is still salty about what AJ Styles did to him on last week's show. As he still talks about it, out comes tonight's guest, Chris Jericho. Jericho says the Seattle, Washington audience deserves a Highlight Reel...and we get one, as the Miz TV set gets redecorated. The Miz gets ticked, saying this isn't right, and Jericho realizes we need a stool and a potted plant from Roman Reigns and Dean Ambrose respectively, so we get them. The Miz ends up being the guest, and Jericho asks him about his recent match with AJ Styles. Miz mentions that Styles broke his front teeth, and that he had to go to great length to get them fixed. Jericho laughs about it, but Miz then makes fun of Jericho's loss to Styles as an attempt to say that he isn't the only one upstaged by AJ Styles. Jericho says this has been eating him up inside for the last two weeks, then after he asks if AJ Styles can beat him a second time, he says he doubts it because he is the best at what he does. AJ Styles shows up, then Miz attacks Jericho from behind. AJ attacks both men, but he and Jericho work together to toss Miz out of the ring. The two of them stare down, then brawl. Miz is involved again, but Jericho takes him out of the equation once more. Both Styles and Jericho then stare down before Jericho leaves.
We look back at Daniel Bryan's Money In The Bank ladder match win in 2011.
Bray Wyatt beats Ryback. After the match, The Wyatt Family (Bray Wyatt, Luke Harper, Erick Rowan, Braun Strowman) attack Ryback.
We look back on the life and times of Team Hell No (Daniel Bryan and Kane).
Renee Young interviews The New Day (Kofi Kingston, Big E, Xavier Woods) as they clean and analyze a table. They say they'll get a partner for their match eventually.
Dean Ambrose still wants Brock Lesnar. Roman Reigns offers to help him, but Ambrose says he wants Lesnar alone.
Before the next match, The Social Outcasts (Heath Slater, Adam Rose, Bo Dallas, Curtis Axel) mention last night's Super Bowl, and Adam Rose says that tonight's top headline will be the "The Florida Gator" (a reference to Titus O'Neil) getting mutilated by "The Radical Mongoose" (himself).
Adam Rose beats Titus O'Neil after the distraction from Heath Slater after Titus plows through The Social Outcasts (Slater, Rose, Bo Dallas, Curtis Axel) outside the ring.
We look back at SummerSlam 2013, when Daniel Bryan won the WWE World Heavyweight Championship for the first time.
Dean Ambrose shows up and mocks the F-5, saying Brock Lesnar can't get the job done. He calls out Lesnar again, telling him to get the job done. He says Suplex City has gone soft, and continue to mock both Lesnar and Paul Heyman. Lesnar and Heyman eventually show up, and Lesnar and Ambrose have a brawl in which Lesnar immediately goes on the warpath and comes up on top. After two F-5's to Ambrose, Lesnar leaves, but Ambrose wants more and Lesnar sees this as he stops and looks back. When he gets back in the ring, Reigns shows up, and Ambrose hits a low blow on a distracted Lesnar. Ambrose lays down on the ramp afterward.
The League of Nations (Alberto Del Rio and Rusev) beat The Lucha Dragons (Sin Cara and Kalisto).
R-Truth meets Goldust, who is dressed up like Jimi Hendrix. Goldust breaks a guitar, then gets carried away by security.
We look back at #OccupyRAW.
Sasha Banks guests on commentary for the next match.
Tamina beats Becky Lynch after Becky comes to Sasha Banks' aid and attacks Naomi only to run back into the ring and into a Tamina super kick. During the match, it is announced that Sasha and Becky will take on Naomi and Tamina at Fastlane.
The New Day (Kofi Kingston, Big E, Xavier Woods) recruit Mark Henry for the eight-man tag team tables match...and he quickly gets into the rhythm.
This Thursday on SmackDown: AJ Styles vs. Chris Jericho II!
The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) and The Dudley Boyz (Bubba Ray and D-Von Dudley) beat The New Day (Kofi Kingston, Big E, Xavier Woods) and Mark Henry after Henry leaves The New Day high and dry after they boss him around. After the match, The Dudley Boyz turn on The Usos and put both of them through tables.
Daniel Bryan shows up, now with shorter hair and a trimmed beard since the last time that we saw him, looking much like he did back in 2011 and 2012. He says that he cut his hair and beard for Wigs For Kids to benefit children diagnosed with pediatric cancer. Bryan admits he has had three concussions in the first five months of his 16-year career, and has been getting more here and there, but he always turned out fine every time and has loved professional wrestling more than anything else. A week and a half ago, however, he found out his brain may not be as good as he thought it was. Having a family to think about as well as future children, he announces his retirement from professional wrestling. He feels nothing but gratitude after a 16-year career, and talks about some of his favorite things from his career. Daniel Bryan then says he is grateful to have done this, not just because the WWE Universe got behind him in the last two years, but also because the WWE Universe made the last time his dad saw him wrestle before he passed away memorable and because he met his girlfriend (and now wife) Brie Bella through the profession. Tomorrow he starts a new life, but tonight, he gets one last "Yes!" chant. Brie Bella joins him in the ring.
The celebration continues on the WWE Network, where the entire WWE roster including Triple H, Stephanie McMahon and Vince McMahon stand at the top of the ramp to thank Daniel Bryan. Daniel Bryan thanks the fans, friends, family, commentary, Lilian Garcia, and finally the locker room.
Here are the top 10 moments from tonight's show!
Monday, February 1, 2016
Gettin' RAW - Monday Night RAW recap for February 1, 2016
During the Raw pre-show, Jojo interviews Dolph Ziggler. He says there are far worse ways to spend an evening that riding along with The Miz. Kevin Owens shows up and says there is, like watching Ziggler doing stand-up. Owens then makes fun of the fact that Ziggler was once world champ, and says that drama may be in his future. Ziggler knows they've got one more match, and that it's going to end with him super kicking Owens' face off.
The show begins with Paul Heyman and Brock Lesnar. Heyman insists that Triple H and Stephanie McMahon concocted a conspiracy to remove him from the WWE World Heavyweight Championship picture, but have failed. Last week, Stephanie did what was "beast" for business by making "brother vs. brother vs. beast" at Fastlane with Roman Reigns vs. Dean Ambrose vs. Brock Lesnar, with the winner taking on Triple H for the WWE World Heavyweight Championship at WrestleMania 32, and promises Lesnar will conquer both Fastlane and WrestleMania 32. Heyman then makes fun of Dean Ambrose, calling him a "nutjob," before Ambrose himself shows up. Ambrose says he may look crazy, but he's not stupid and he's not scared of Lesnar. He respects Lesnar, but he wants the title, and he'll fight Lesnar and Reigns for it. Ambrose knows full well what he's in for, but he says he will still find a way to win. He then leaves the ring.
Alberto Del Rio guests on commentary for the next match. It is announced that Del Rio will get his championship rematch for the WWE United States Championship against Kalisto at Kalisto.
Kalisto beats Rusev by count-out.
Dean Ambrose and Roman Reigns are taking a look at the WWE World Heavyweight Championship when Stephanie McMahon appears. Roman says that either him or Dean will be #1 contender after Fastlane, and that Stephanie and Triple H's days with the title are numbered. Stephanie tells Dean he doesn't exactly want to go to Suplex City, reminds him and Roman of the time Seth Rollins turned on them, and tries to drive a wedge between Roman and Dean while trying to shake their confidence before putting them in a tag team match tonight against The New Day (Kofi Kingston, Big E, Xavier Woods).
Renee Young interviews Brie Bella. She says the doctors are confident that Nikki Bella will get better soon. Charlotte shows up, talks about how she beat Nikki for the Divas Championship, then gloats about how she beat Nikki and how Nikki will start the next chapter of her life "sitting at home and enjoying online shopping" before walking away.
Before the next match, The Social Outcasts (Heath Slater, Curtis Axel, Adam Rose) cut a promo where they call themselves "the tightest group of brothers in the WWE," but realize Bo Dallas is missing. Slater says "Bo Rida" is in the studio cutting an album, then say they're going to beat The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso). Also, Lilian Garcia accidentally botches The Usos' introduction, saying they are Grammy Award winners and not Slammy Award winners.
The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) beat The Social Outcasts (Curtis Axel and Adam Rose).
It's time for Miz TV. Tonight's guest is AJ Styles. After a tale about how AJ Styles made it in high school football before moving on to wrestling, and recapping what AJ Styles has done in WWE as of late, he wonders where AJ Styles will go from here. He then says that AJ Styles reminds him of Daniel Bryan, who he took under his own wing and guided to greatness, and wants to become AJ's mentor. All the while, Miz refuses to hand the microphone over to AJ Styles. As the crowd boos, The Miz says that AJ Styles will fail if he continues to listen to the WWE Universe. When Miz says Styles has no chance in hell of succeeding without him, AJ Styles gets up and proceeds to beat him up for implying he is a rookie, forcing Miz to retreat.
WWE celebrates Black History Month.
WBC World Heavyweight Champion Deontay Wilder is in the crowd tonight.
Brie Bella beats Charlotte despite the distraction attempt by Ric Flair after reversing the Figure Eight into a roll-up.
It is announced that Bret "The Hit Man" Hart has revealed that he is currently battling prostate cancer.
Big Show beats Erick Rowan. After the match, he is attacked by Rowan, Luke Harper and Braun Strowman. They eventually slam Big Show back-first into the steel steps.
Titus O'Neil beats Tyler Breeze.
Triple H meets Paul Heyman and Brock Lesnar in the locker room and tells Heyman to get out. Triple H is surprised that Brock Lesnar didn't demolish Dean Ambrose at the top of the show. Lesnar responds by saying "We'll see at WrestleMania, won't we?"
Dolph Ziggler beats Kevin Owens. After the match, Kevin Owens throws Michael Cole's notes at Cole and pushes JBL's hat off the table.
WWE celebrates the career of Mark Henry as part of Black History Month.
Before the next match, Sasha Banks says she's back on her own terms, and that she's tired of waiting for her turn. She is officially on her own and is no longer part of Team BAD with Naomi and Tamina. Naomi and Tamina show up and say there are no hard feelings as they knew she would strike out on her own and make her own mark. Naomi says they can be competitors and still be sisters. The three of them have one more moment of unity together.
Sasha Banks vs. Becky Lynch when Sasha Banks tells Naomi and Tamina she doesn't want their help in the match. Sasha pushes Naomi and tells the two of them to back off, then Naomi and Tamina attack Sasha. Becky jumps in and fights them off alongside Sasha, and the brawl ends with Sasha Banks and Becky Lynch standing tall.
Renee Young interviews Chris Jericho. He says AJ Styles is in it for the long haul, and will be watching his match on SmackDown later this week.
Goldust meets up with R-Truth in awkward fashion yet again, this time in the bathroom. Once again, Goldust's attempt to start a tag team with him doesn't go as planned.
Before the next match, The New Day (Kofi Kingston, Big E, Xavier Woods) shame The Rock for his actions and foul language last week. After they make fun of tumblr and WWE fanfiction, they plan to beat Roman Reigns and Dean Ambrose tonight.
Paul Heyman guests on commentary for the next match.
Dean Ambrose and Roman Reigns beat The New Day (Kofi Kingston and Big E), then Brock Lesnar immediately comes out. The New Day (Kofi, Big E, Xavier Woods) takes advantage of the situation, starting a brawl. Lesnar gets into the ring and hits an F5 on Dean Ambrose to end the show.
The show begins with Paul Heyman and Brock Lesnar. Heyman insists that Triple H and Stephanie McMahon concocted a conspiracy to remove him from the WWE World Heavyweight Championship picture, but have failed. Last week, Stephanie did what was "beast" for business by making "brother vs. brother vs. beast" at Fastlane with Roman Reigns vs. Dean Ambrose vs. Brock Lesnar, with the winner taking on Triple H for the WWE World Heavyweight Championship at WrestleMania 32, and promises Lesnar will conquer both Fastlane and WrestleMania 32. Heyman then makes fun of Dean Ambrose, calling him a "nutjob," before Ambrose himself shows up. Ambrose says he may look crazy, but he's not stupid and he's not scared of Lesnar. He respects Lesnar, but he wants the title, and he'll fight Lesnar and Reigns for it. Ambrose knows full well what he's in for, but he says he will still find a way to win. He then leaves the ring.
Alberto Del Rio guests on commentary for the next match. It is announced that Del Rio will get his championship rematch for the WWE United States Championship against Kalisto at Kalisto.
Kalisto beats Rusev by count-out.
Dean Ambrose and Roman Reigns are taking a look at the WWE World Heavyweight Championship when Stephanie McMahon appears. Roman says that either him or Dean will be #1 contender after Fastlane, and that Stephanie and Triple H's days with the title are numbered. Stephanie tells Dean he doesn't exactly want to go to Suplex City, reminds him and Roman of the time Seth Rollins turned on them, and tries to drive a wedge between Roman and Dean while trying to shake their confidence before putting them in a tag team match tonight against The New Day (Kofi Kingston, Big E, Xavier Woods).
Renee Young interviews Brie Bella. She says the doctors are confident that Nikki Bella will get better soon. Charlotte shows up, talks about how she beat Nikki for the Divas Championship, then gloats about how she beat Nikki and how Nikki will start the next chapter of her life "sitting at home and enjoying online shopping" before walking away.
Before the next match, The Social Outcasts (Heath Slater, Curtis Axel, Adam Rose) cut a promo where they call themselves "the tightest group of brothers in the WWE," but realize Bo Dallas is missing. Slater says "Bo Rida" is in the studio cutting an album, then say they're going to beat The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso). Also, Lilian Garcia accidentally botches The Usos' introduction, saying they are Grammy Award winners and not Slammy Award winners.
The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) beat The Social Outcasts (Curtis Axel and Adam Rose).
It's time for Miz TV. Tonight's guest is AJ Styles. After a tale about how AJ Styles made it in high school football before moving on to wrestling, and recapping what AJ Styles has done in WWE as of late, he wonders where AJ Styles will go from here. He then says that AJ Styles reminds him of Daniel Bryan, who he took under his own wing and guided to greatness, and wants to become AJ's mentor. All the while, Miz refuses to hand the microphone over to AJ Styles. As the crowd boos, The Miz says that AJ Styles will fail if he continues to listen to the WWE Universe. When Miz says Styles has no chance in hell of succeeding without him, AJ Styles gets up and proceeds to beat him up for implying he is a rookie, forcing Miz to retreat.
WWE celebrates Black History Month.
WBC World Heavyweight Champion Deontay Wilder is in the crowd tonight.
Brie Bella beats Charlotte despite the distraction attempt by Ric Flair after reversing the Figure Eight into a roll-up.
It is announced that Bret "The Hit Man" Hart has revealed that he is currently battling prostate cancer.
Big Show beats Erick Rowan. After the match, he is attacked by Rowan, Luke Harper and Braun Strowman. They eventually slam Big Show back-first into the steel steps.
Titus O'Neil beats Tyler Breeze.
Triple H meets Paul Heyman and Brock Lesnar in the locker room and tells Heyman to get out. Triple H is surprised that Brock Lesnar didn't demolish Dean Ambrose at the top of the show. Lesnar responds by saying "We'll see at WrestleMania, won't we?"
Dolph Ziggler beats Kevin Owens. After the match, Kevin Owens throws Michael Cole's notes at Cole and pushes JBL's hat off the table.
WWE celebrates the career of Mark Henry as part of Black History Month.
Before the next match, Sasha Banks says she's back on her own terms, and that she's tired of waiting for her turn. She is officially on her own and is no longer part of Team BAD with Naomi and Tamina. Naomi and Tamina show up and say there are no hard feelings as they knew she would strike out on her own and make her own mark. Naomi says they can be competitors and still be sisters. The three of them have one more moment of unity together.
Sasha Banks vs. Becky Lynch when Sasha Banks tells Naomi and Tamina she doesn't want their help in the match. Sasha pushes Naomi and tells the two of them to back off, then Naomi and Tamina attack Sasha. Becky jumps in and fights them off alongside Sasha, and the brawl ends with Sasha Banks and Becky Lynch standing tall.
Renee Young interviews Chris Jericho. He says AJ Styles is in it for the long haul, and will be watching his match on SmackDown later this week.
Goldust meets up with R-Truth in awkward fashion yet again, this time in the bathroom. Once again, Goldust's attempt to start a tag team with him doesn't go as planned.
Before the next match, The New Day (Kofi Kingston, Big E, Xavier Woods) shame The Rock for his actions and foul language last week. After they make fun of tumblr and WWE fanfiction, they plan to beat Roman Reigns and Dean Ambrose tonight.
Paul Heyman guests on commentary for the next match.
Dean Ambrose and Roman Reigns beat The New Day (Kofi Kingston and Big E), then Brock Lesnar immediately comes out. The New Day (Kofi, Big E, Xavier Woods) takes advantage of the situation, starting a brawl. Lesnar gets into the ring and hits an F5 on Dean Ambrose to end the show.
Monday, January 25, 2016
Gettin' RAW - Monday Night RAW recap for January 25, 2016
Vince McMahon and Stephanie McMahon start off tonight's show. Vince claims that his family has officially broken Roman Reigns in half, and that when the McMahon family does that to someone, they stay that way. Vince then makes a confession: he enjoys watching the miseries and misfortunes of others (which we've known all along). Stephanie says she had us eating from the palm of her hands, as Triple H surprised everyone last night and that nobody can hold a candle to him. She then introduces Triple H, who shows up in the suit and tie while wearing the WWE World Heavyweight Championship around his waist. Triple H calls Roman Reigns one of the most awesome athletes he's seen, but he's not as good as him. He says that Roman is cocky and disrespectful towards Vince, and says Vince might as well be God, and that he will be damned if Roman Reigns disrespects him. He then makes it clear that he's not done yet and that his time has not yet passed, and that he wants to and will be WWE World Heavyweight Champion for as long as the locker room learns some respect. He says that Roman Reigns doesn't deserve the title. Triple H, Stephanie and Vince decide to tighten the iron fist, as everyone in a match tonight during this "action packed Raw" will be evaluated as an opponent for Triple H at Fastlane will be determined.
Flo Rida is in the audience tonight.
Kevin Owens beats Dolph Ziggler.
Jojo interviews Roman Reigns, who has just arrived. Roman isn't impressed with Vince McMahon's words at the top of the show, and he's sticking around to hear the huge announcement for later on.
The Social Outcasts (Heath Slater, Adam Rose, Bo Dallas, Curtis Axel) are here, and their focus is suddenly squared on Flo Rida. Heath tells Flo Rida to sit there and not make him mad after what happened in their last encounter, but Bo Dallas challenges him to get into the ring and face the four of them. Slater then proposes a rap battle between Flo Rida...and Bo Rida. Flo Rida easily wins it...by sicking The Dudley Boyz (Bubba Ray and D-Von Dudley) on them.
The Dudley Boyz (Bubba Ray and D-Von Dudley) beat The Social Outcasts (Bo Dallas and Curtis Axel) with some help from Flo Rida.
When Renee Young interviews AJ Styles, Chris Jericho shows up and gives him a warm welcome to WWE.
It is announced that Nikki Bella is undergoing career-threatening neck surgery.
AJ Styles narrowly beats Chris Jericho in his Raw debut. After the match, AJ Styles extends his hand. Chris Jericho grabs on, but doesn't let go as AJ moves away, and they stare down. Then, Jericho walks away.
Sasha Banks vs. Becky Lynch ends with Charlotte attacking them both.
Goldust is listening to R-Truth's music when Truth shows. Goldust is looking for a new partner, but R-Truth says he's married and doesn't swing that way. Goldust says he's looking for a new tag team partner as Truth walks away.
This Thursday on SmackDown: Roman Reigns and Dean Ambrose on Chris Jericho's Highlight Reel!
Bray Wyatt beats Kane. After the match, The Wyatt Family (Wyatt, Luke Harper, Erick Rowan, Braun Strowman) attack Kane.
The Miz is revealed to be in the limo...but it's The Rock that arrives in a pick-up truck. The Rock tells The Miz to park his truck, chats with Wale and Rick Ross, makes Big Show regret he didn't win the Royal Rumble in 2000 and not star in movies, and then meets up with Lana and Rusev. After high-fiving Pat Patterson, he finally heads to the gorilla position and goes through the curtains to hit the ring. The Rock is ready for WrestleMania 32, as is everyone else, then chats a bit with some guys in the front row dressed as Hulk Hogan, "The Macho Man" Randy Savage and The Undertaker as well as someone with a replica WWE World Heavyweight Championship. Suddenly, The New Day (Kofi Kingston, Big E, Xavier Woods) show up and make fun of his family on the roster before talking about all the gold they have, as even Francesca II is made out of gold. They then make fun of The Rock. The Rock then makes fun of them, then tells them to get in the ring with them, but they refuse, and The Rock brings out The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso). All three of them immediately go to town on The New Day to close it out.
Paige and Natalya beat Brie Bella and Alicia Fox.
The Boys and Girls Club and WWE team up for the B.A. Star Initiative in Miami.
As The Miz talks about how he is tired of being interrupted when he is interrupted by Kalisto's entrance.
Kalisto beats The Miz.
Roman Reigns and Dean Ambrose beat The League of Nations (Rusev and Sheamus). After the match, Ambrose and Reigns get revenge for what happened in the Royal Rumble by putting Rusev through the commentary table. Stephanie McMahon shows up, and announces that the main event at Fastlane is Dean Ambrose vs. Roman Reigns vs. Brock Lesnar, with the winner facing Triple H for the WWE World Heavyweight Championship at WrestleMania 32.
Flo Rida is in the audience tonight.
Kevin Owens beats Dolph Ziggler.
Jojo interviews Roman Reigns, who has just arrived. Roman isn't impressed with Vince McMahon's words at the top of the show, and he's sticking around to hear the huge announcement for later on.
The Social Outcasts (Heath Slater, Adam Rose, Bo Dallas, Curtis Axel) are here, and their focus is suddenly squared on Flo Rida. Heath tells Flo Rida to sit there and not make him mad after what happened in their last encounter, but Bo Dallas challenges him to get into the ring and face the four of them. Slater then proposes a rap battle between Flo Rida...and Bo Rida. Flo Rida easily wins it...by sicking The Dudley Boyz (Bubba Ray and D-Von Dudley) on them.
The Dudley Boyz (Bubba Ray and D-Von Dudley) beat The Social Outcasts (Bo Dallas and Curtis Axel) with some help from Flo Rida.
When Renee Young interviews AJ Styles, Chris Jericho shows up and gives him a warm welcome to WWE.
It is announced that Nikki Bella is undergoing career-threatening neck surgery.
AJ Styles narrowly beats Chris Jericho in his Raw debut. After the match, AJ Styles extends his hand. Chris Jericho grabs on, but doesn't let go as AJ moves away, and they stare down. Then, Jericho walks away.
Sasha Banks vs. Becky Lynch ends with Charlotte attacking them both.
Goldust is listening to R-Truth's music when Truth shows. Goldust is looking for a new partner, but R-Truth says he's married and doesn't swing that way. Goldust says he's looking for a new tag team partner as Truth walks away.
This Thursday on SmackDown: Roman Reigns and Dean Ambrose on Chris Jericho's Highlight Reel!
Bray Wyatt beats Kane. After the match, The Wyatt Family (Wyatt, Luke Harper, Erick Rowan, Braun Strowman) attack Kane.
The Miz is revealed to be in the limo...but it's The Rock that arrives in a pick-up truck. The Rock tells The Miz to park his truck, chats with Wale and Rick Ross, makes Big Show regret he didn't win the Royal Rumble in 2000 and not star in movies, and then meets up with Lana and Rusev. After high-fiving Pat Patterson, he finally heads to the gorilla position and goes through the curtains to hit the ring. The Rock is ready for WrestleMania 32, as is everyone else, then chats a bit with some guys in the front row dressed as Hulk Hogan, "The Macho Man" Randy Savage and The Undertaker as well as someone with a replica WWE World Heavyweight Championship. Suddenly, The New Day (Kofi Kingston, Big E, Xavier Woods) show up and make fun of his family on the roster before talking about all the gold they have, as even Francesca II is made out of gold. They then make fun of The Rock. The Rock then makes fun of them, then tells them to get in the ring with them, but they refuse, and The Rock brings out The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso). All three of them immediately go to town on The New Day to close it out.
Paige and Natalya beat Brie Bella and Alicia Fox.
The Boys and Girls Club and WWE team up for the B.A. Star Initiative in Miami.
As The Miz talks about how he is tired of being interrupted when he is interrupted by Kalisto's entrance.
Kalisto beats The Miz.
Roman Reigns and Dean Ambrose beat The League of Nations (Rusev and Sheamus). After the match, Ambrose and Reigns get revenge for what happened in the Royal Rumble by putting Rusev through the commentary table. Stephanie McMahon shows up, and announces that the main event at Fastlane is Dean Ambrose vs. Roman Reigns vs. Brock Lesnar, with the winner facing Triple H for the WWE World Heavyweight Championship at WrestleMania 32.
Monday, January 18, 2016
Gettin' RAW - Monday Night RAW recap for January 18, 2016
WWE pays tribute to Martin Luther King, Jr.
Roman Reigns shows up to start the show. Sunday may truly be one versus all, but tonight's he only worried about one man: Brock Lesnar. He wants him to come down to the ring so he can settle things. Instead, he gets Chris Jericho. Reigns is happy to see him, but he wants Lesnar. Jericho says Lesnar will be in the arena later tonight for Chris Jericho's Highlight Reel, and he wants Reigns on the show as well. Reigns says he'll be there, then The League of Nations (Sheamus, Rusev, King Barrett, Alberto Del Rio) shows up. Sheamus says that the Royal Rumble match won't be "Reigns vs. Lesnar" and that he will be taking the WWE World Heavyweight Championship back from Roman Reigns, then welcomes Chris Jericho back to WWE before cracking a few jokes and wondering why he's not on the Highlight Reel. Jericho makes fun of Sheamus' hair while saying he didn't want him on his show, then Alberto Del Rio jumps in and says that unlike Jericho, he's won a Royal Rumble match. Jericho makes fun of Del Rio, then Rusev says that every day in Bulgaria was a rumble, so this is nothing new to him. Roman Reigns says that he won the Royal Rumble match last year, and that Rusev almost won it that year. Roman decides he's had enough of Rusev, and challenges him to a match right now. Jericho names himself the special guest referee of the match due to The League of Nations wanting to surround the ring.
Roman Reigns beats Rusev when special guest referee Chris Jericho tosses Sheamus, King Barrett and Alberto Del Rio out of the match.
Stephanie McMahon confronts Chris Jericho backstage, telling him he had no authority to make Roman Reigns vs. Rusev for the opening match. As much as she admits that Brock Lesnar and Roman Reigns on Chris Jericho's Highlight Reel at the same time was a good idea, she warns him to mess with her show or disrespect her again.
Natalya returns for the first time in weeks with Paige in her corner, and she beats Brie Bella with the Sharpshooter.
The Wyatt Family (Bray Wyatt, Luke Harper, Erick Rowan) beat The Dudley Boyz (Bubba Ray and D-Von Dudley) and Ryback.
Heath Slater says The Social Outcasts (Slater, Adam Rose, Bo Dallas, Curtis Axel) will win the Royal Rumble match and the WWE World Heavyweight Championship on Sunday. Slater hopes to eliminate Big Show tonight.
Big Show beats Heath Slater with one knockout punch. After the match, Big Show knocks out Curtis Axel, Adam Rose and Bo Dallas.
Stephanie McMahon meets with Sheamus, King Barret and Alberto Del Rio to get them back on the right track. Sheamus says they're not afraid of Jericho, especially after how he "punked them out" (in Stephanie's words) earlier tonight. Stephanie tells him to prove it.
Vince McMahon and Stephanie McMahon shows up. Roman Reigns is revealed to be the first entrant in the Royal Rumble after Roman Reigns switches balls in the wheel, but then they spin the wheel again, keep switching balls and gets Roman Reigns again...and again. Vince says Roman is #1 in the Rumble, but after Sunday, he won't be #1 in the WWE Universe.
Charlotte and Ric Flair sit at ringside for the next match.
Becky Lynch beats Tamina with a Disarmher from the top rope. After the match, Becky Lynch wants another shot at the Divas Championship, but Charlotte won't give it to her. Becky says Ric Flair never backed down from a challenge, but it appears that he is now as cowardly as his daughter. Ric Flair falls for it hook, line and sinker and makes the title match possible for Sunday night.
This Thursday on SmackDown: Dean Ambrose and Kevin Owens on Miz TV! Roman Reigns takes on The League of Nations (Sheamus, Alberto Del Rio, King Barrett, Rusev).
Kevin Owens guests on commentary for the next match.
The League of Nations (Sheamus and Alberto Del Rio) beat Dean Ambrose and Kalisto.
The New Day (Kofi Kingston, Big E, Xavier Woods) hold a funeral for Xavier Woods' trombone (named Francesca). Xavier Woods wants Big E to avenge Francesca by beating Jey Uso tonight.
Royal Rumble, by the numbers.
Big E beats Jey Uso thanks to a distraction from Xavier Woods.
Titus O'Neil, R-Truth, Mark Henry and Neville get together in the locker room before their eight-man tag match.
Titus O'Neil, R-Truth, Mark Henry and Neville beat Stardust, Tyler Breeze and The Ascension (Konnor and Viktor).
It's time for The Highlight Reel. Jericho's guests tonight are Brock Lesnar and Roman Reigns. Before the show begins, Jericho says he intends to win his first Royal Rumble match this year. Suddenly, Paul Heyman shows up, but Jericho wants to know where Lesnar is. Heyman says Lesnar is here tonight, and that he is clearly focused on Roman Reigns. When Jericho asks if Heyman tried to get Lesnar out of the Royal Rumble match because he did not like his chances, Heyman insists he did not and that Lesnar will wipe the floor with everybody, turning the Royal Rumble match into Suplex City in the process. When Jericho asks what would happen if he and Lesnar were the final two and Jericho ended up winning the whole thing, Lesnar shows up. Roman Reigns then makes his appearance before Lesnar can leap onto the ring apron. Lesnar gets in the ring with Roman and gets Speared almost instantly. As Roman goes to work on Lesnar, The League of Nations shows up. Roman and Lesnar take all of them down, then The Wyatt Family appears. Lesnar is out, leaving Roman to deal with the Wyatts alone. The numbers game catches up with Roman, and Lesnar isn't as lucky.
Roman Reigns shows up to start the show. Sunday may truly be one versus all, but tonight's he only worried about one man: Brock Lesnar. He wants him to come down to the ring so he can settle things. Instead, he gets Chris Jericho. Reigns is happy to see him, but he wants Lesnar. Jericho says Lesnar will be in the arena later tonight for Chris Jericho's Highlight Reel, and he wants Reigns on the show as well. Reigns says he'll be there, then The League of Nations (Sheamus, Rusev, King Barrett, Alberto Del Rio) shows up. Sheamus says that the Royal Rumble match won't be "Reigns vs. Lesnar" and that he will be taking the WWE World Heavyweight Championship back from Roman Reigns, then welcomes Chris Jericho back to WWE before cracking a few jokes and wondering why he's not on the Highlight Reel. Jericho makes fun of Sheamus' hair while saying he didn't want him on his show, then Alberto Del Rio jumps in and says that unlike Jericho, he's won a Royal Rumble match. Jericho makes fun of Del Rio, then Rusev says that every day in Bulgaria was a rumble, so this is nothing new to him. Roman Reigns says that he won the Royal Rumble match last year, and that Rusev almost won it that year. Roman decides he's had enough of Rusev, and challenges him to a match right now. Jericho names himself the special guest referee of the match due to The League of Nations wanting to surround the ring.
Roman Reigns beats Rusev when special guest referee Chris Jericho tosses Sheamus, King Barrett and Alberto Del Rio out of the match.
Stephanie McMahon confronts Chris Jericho backstage, telling him he had no authority to make Roman Reigns vs. Rusev for the opening match. As much as she admits that Brock Lesnar and Roman Reigns on Chris Jericho's Highlight Reel at the same time was a good idea, she warns him to mess with her show or disrespect her again.
Natalya returns for the first time in weeks with Paige in her corner, and she beats Brie Bella with the Sharpshooter.
The Wyatt Family (Bray Wyatt, Luke Harper, Erick Rowan) beat The Dudley Boyz (Bubba Ray and D-Von Dudley) and Ryback.
Heath Slater says The Social Outcasts (Slater, Adam Rose, Bo Dallas, Curtis Axel) will win the Royal Rumble match and the WWE World Heavyweight Championship on Sunday. Slater hopes to eliminate Big Show tonight.
Big Show beats Heath Slater with one knockout punch. After the match, Big Show knocks out Curtis Axel, Adam Rose and Bo Dallas.
Stephanie McMahon meets with Sheamus, King Barret and Alberto Del Rio to get them back on the right track. Sheamus says they're not afraid of Jericho, especially after how he "punked them out" (in Stephanie's words) earlier tonight. Stephanie tells him to prove it.
Vince McMahon and Stephanie McMahon shows up. Roman Reigns is revealed to be the first entrant in the Royal Rumble after Roman Reigns switches balls in the wheel, but then they spin the wheel again, keep switching balls and gets Roman Reigns again...and again. Vince says Roman is #1 in the Rumble, but after Sunday, he won't be #1 in the WWE Universe.
Charlotte and Ric Flair sit at ringside for the next match.
Becky Lynch beats Tamina with a Disarmher from the top rope. After the match, Becky Lynch wants another shot at the Divas Championship, but Charlotte won't give it to her. Becky says Ric Flair never backed down from a challenge, but it appears that he is now as cowardly as his daughter. Ric Flair falls for it hook, line and sinker and makes the title match possible for Sunday night.
This Thursday on SmackDown: Dean Ambrose and Kevin Owens on Miz TV! Roman Reigns takes on The League of Nations (Sheamus, Alberto Del Rio, King Barrett, Rusev).
Kevin Owens guests on commentary for the next match.
The League of Nations (Sheamus and Alberto Del Rio) beat Dean Ambrose and Kalisto.
The New Day (Kofi Kingston, Big E, Xavier Woods) hold a funeral for Xavier Woods' trombone (named Francesca). Xavier Woods wants Big E to avenge Francesca by beating Jey Uso tonight.
Royal Rumble, by the numbers.
Big E beats Jey Uso thanks to a distraction from Xavier Woods.
Titus O'Neil, R-Truth, Mark Henry and Neville get together in the locker room before their eight-man tag match.
Titus O'Neil, R-Truth, Mark Henry and Neville beat Stardust, Tyler Breeze and The Ascension (Konnor and Viktor).
It's time for The Highlight Reel. Jericho's guests tonight are Brock Lesnar and Roman Reigns. Before the show begins, Jericho says he intends to win his first Royal Rumble match this year. Suddenly, Paul Heyman shows up, but Jericho wants to know where Lesnar is. Heyman says Lesnar is here tonight, and that he is clearly focused on Roman Reigns. When Jericho asks if Heyman tried to get Lesnar out of the Royal Rumble match because he did not like his chances, Heyman insists he did not and that Lesnar will wipe the floor with everybody, turning the Royal Rumble match into Suplex City in the process. When Jericho asks what would happen if he and Lesnar were the final two and Jericho ended up winning the whole thing, Lesnar shows up. Roman Reigns then makes his appearance before Lesnar can leap onto the ring apron. Lesnar gets in the ring with Roman and gets Speared almost instantly. As Roman goes to work on Lesnar, The League of Nations shows up. Roman and Lesnar take all of them down, then The Wyatt Family appears. Lesnar is out, leaving Roman to deal with the Wyatts alone. The numbers game catches up with Roman, and Lesnar isn't as lucky.
Monday, January 11, 2016
Gettin' RAW - Monday Night RAW recap for January 11, 2016
The WWE roster is on the top of the entrance ramp as Vince McMahon and daughter Stephanie McMahon make their entrance to start the show. Vince says any of these men could be WWE World Heavyweight Champion after Royal Rumble, as does Stephanie. The Wyatt Family (Bray Wyatt, Luke Harper, Erick Rowan, Braun Strowman) suddenly shows up, and Bray says "Anyone but you, Roman." It's not long before the champ himself, Roman Reigns, shows up. Roman asks what happens if he were to win the Rumble. Stephanie laughs, thinking he's delusional, but Vince has an idea: a one-versus-all match with Roman taking on a whole bunch of Superstars. Vince also says that Dean Ambrose won't be in it, as he is in the first match of the night against Sheamus, who hits Dean with a cheap shot from behind, sending him rolling down the ramp.
Dean Ambrose vs. Sheamus ends in a double count-out. After the match, an angry Dean Ambrose breaks down the commentary table, but Kevin Owens viciously blindsides him. Officials have to get Owens off of Dean as he tries to powerbomb Ambrose through a table.
Dean Ambrose walks out of the trainer's room, looking for Kevin Owens.
Vince McMahon and Stephanie McMahon run into Paul Heyman, who is thrilled about how the show is going. Paul Heyman wants another title shot and WrestleMania appearance for Brock Lesnar.
Titus O'Neil beats Stardust. Stardust attacks Titus after the match.
It's time for Chris Jericho's Highlight Reel. After Jericho says he will become a seven-time World Heavyweight Champion, we see tonight's guests, The New Day (Kofi Kingston, Big E, Xavier Woods) show up in order to "save the show from itself." No sooner do they say this that the "Rooty Tooty Booty" chants start, and The New Day shame Jericho. The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) show up to interrupt The New Day, wondering why they're the ones with the Tag Team Slammys when The New Day say they're the real best tag team in the WWE, and challenge them to a match. The New Day says there's three of them and only two Usos, but Jericho ups the ante by joining The Usos in their corner.
The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) beat The New Day (Kofi Kingston and Big E) after Chris Jericho breaks Xavier Woods' trombone, upsetting Woods and distracting Kofi long enough for the Usos to get a schoolboy pin for the win.
It is announced that John Cena has successfully undergone shoulder surgery.
Stephanie McMahon and Paul Heyman talk backstage. Heyman wants Brock Lesnar to skip the Royal Rumble and go straight to WrestleMania for a WWE World Heavyweight Championship shot, but Stephanie McMahon says that if he wants the WWE World Heavyweight Championship again, he'll have to fight for it this time. Brock Lesnar is officially in the Royal Rumble match.
Sting is the first inductee into the WWE Hall of Fame Class of 2016.
This Thursday on SmackDown: The Wyatt Family (Bray Wyatt, Luke Harper, Erick Rowan, Braun Strowman) vs. The Dudley Boyz (Bubba Ray and D-Von Dudley) in a Tables Match!
The Social Outcasts (Curtis Axel, Adam Rose, Heath Slater, Bo Dallas) make fun of The Wyatt Family (Bray Wyatt, Luke Harper, Erick Rowan, Braun Strowman) before saying they're here for a fight. It doesn't go for long before Ryback shows up and joins in, and The Wyatt Family retreats.
Renee Young interviews Kalisto, who can't wait to claim the WWE United States Championship from Alberto Del Rio tonight.
Before the next match, Alberto Del Rio boasts about how he injured John Cena and put him out of action for months.
Kalisto beats Alberto Del Rio to win the WWE United States Championship!
Jojo interviews Charlotte and Ric Flair. Charlotte can't understand how she's the villain when she says she's the victim and Becky Lynch is the villain, especially after Charlotte attacked her last week.
Brie Bella vs. Charlotte ends before it can begin when an angry Becky Lynch attacks Charlotte. Ric Flair grabs the microphone and says that Charlotte is in no condition to wrestle tonight.
Jojo interviews Becky Lynch, who says that Charlotte betrayed her and that she might as well be on her own. She made Charlotte tap out, and she can do it again.
This Thursday on SmackDown: Dean Ambrose and Neville vs. Sheamus and Kevin Owens! Alberto Del Rio vs. Kalisto for the WWE United States Championship!
Roman Reigns' all-versus-one match ends with all of the heels attacking Roman Reigns only for Brock Lesnar to come out and destroy everybody. Roman Reigns is hit with an F5 before the end of the show.
Here are the top 10 moments from tonight's show!
Dean Ambrose vs. Sheamus ends in a double count-out. After the match, an angry Dean Ambrose breaks down the commentary table, but Kevin Owens viciously blindsides him. Officials have to get Owens off of Dean as he tries to powerbomb Ambrose through a table.
Dean Ambrose walks out of the trainer's room, looking for Kevin Owens.
Vince McMahon and Stephanie McMahon run into Paul Heyman, who is thrilled about how the show is going. Paul Heyman wants another title shot and WrestleMania appearance for Brock Lesnar.
Titus O'Neil beats Stardust. Stardust attacks Titus after the match.
It's time for Chris Jericho's Highlight Reel. After Jericho says he will become a seven-time World Heavyweight Champion, we see tonight's guests, The New Day (Kofi Kingston, Big E, Xavier Woods) show up in order to "save the show from itself." No sooner do they say this that the "Rooty Tooty Booty" chants start, and The New Day shame Jericho. The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) show up to interrupt The New Day, wondering why they're the ones with the Tag Team Slammys when The New Day say they're the real best tag team in the WWE, and challenge them to a match. The New Day says there's three of them and only two Usos, but Jericho ups the ante by joining The Usos in their corner.
The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) beat The New Day (Kofi Kingston and Big E) after Chris Jericho breaks Xavier Woods' trombone, upsetting Woods and distracting Kofi long enough for the Usos to get a schoolboy pin for the win.
It is announced that John Cena has successfully undergone shoulder surgery.
Stephanie McMahon and Paul Heyman talk backstage. Heyman wants Brock Lesnar to skip the Royal Rumble and go straight to WrestleMania for a WWE World Heavyweight Championship shot, but Stephanie McMahon says that if he wants the WWE World Heavyweight Championship again, he'll have to fight for it this time. Brock Lesnar is officially in the Royal Rumble match.
Sting is the first inductee into the WWE Hall of Fame Class of 2016.
This Thursday on SmackDown: The Wyatt Family (Bray Wyatt, Luke Harper, Erick Rowan, Braun Strowman) vs. The Dudley Boyz (Bubba Ray and D-Von Dudley) in a Tables Match!
The Social Outcasts (Curtis Axel, Adam Rose, Heath Slater, Bo Dallas) make fun of The Wyatt Family (Bray Wyatt, Luke Harper, Erick Rowan, Braun Strowman) before saying they're here for a fight. It doesn't go for long before Ryback shows up and joins in, and The Wyatt Family retreats.
Renee Young interviews Kalisto, who can't wait to claim the WWE United States Championship from Alberto Del Rio tonight.
Before the next match, Alberto Del Rio boasts about how he injured John Cena and put him out of action for months.
Kalisto beats Alberto Del Rio to win the WWE United States Championship!
Jojo interviews Charlotte and Ric Flair. Charlotte can't understand how she's the villain when she says she's the victim and Becky Lynch is the villain, especially after Charlotte attacked her last week.
Brie Bella vs. Charlotte ends before it can begin when an angry Becky Lynch attacks Charlotte. Ric Flair grabs the microphone and says that Charlotte is in no condition to wrestle tonight.
Jojo interviews Becky Lynch, who says that Charlotte betrayed her and that she might as well be on her own. She made Charlotte tap out, and she can do it again.
This Thursday on SmackDown: Dean Ambrose and Neville vs. Sheamus and Kevin Owens! Alberto Del Rio vs. Kalisto for the WWE United States Championship!
Roman Reigns' all-versus-one match ends with all of the heels attacking Roman Reigns only for Brock Lesnar to come out and destroy everybody. Roman Reigns is hit with an F5 before the end of the show.
Here are the top 10 moments from tonight's show!
Monday, January 4, 2016
Gettin' RAW - Monday Night RAW recap for January 4, 2015
Brock Lesnar returns next Monday night on Raw!
Stephanie McMahon shows up to start the show, but she doesn't even make it down the entrance ramp when Roman Reigns' music hits. Stephanie makes her way to the ring and looks for Roman while Roman makes her way to the ring. She finds him, and the two stare down before they both enter the ring. Roman calls out Vince McMahon, but Stephanie says he's not here yet but will be there in time to referee his WWE World Heavyweight Championship defense against Sheamus. Roman makes it clear that nobody will take the World Heavyweight title from him, as if he loses it, he loses his job and can't provide for his family. Stephanie laughs, saying nobody competes against Vince and wins, that charges against Vince have been dropped, and that "she's the boss and he's the help." Stephanie then says she plans to use him until he can't be used anymore once he loses the title, just like Vince used his father, but Roman tells her to worry about Vince, because if he is screwed out of the title tonight, Stephanie will be picking Vince up from a hospital instead of a jail cell.
Dean Ambrose guests on commentary for the next match.
Kevin Owens beats Neville. After the match, Kevin Owens attacks Neville, but Dean Ambrose goes after Owens. Owens quickly gets the upper hand and is about to put him through the announce table, but Ambrose reverses, places Owens on the table, then leaps from the guardrail to the table with an elbow drop. He then tells Owens "You want a title shot? You know where to find it."
Vince McMahon arrives. Jojo interviews him immediately. Vince calls this week "ironic" compared to last week, because this time, he is the law.
We see the second half of the Superstars and Divas we love to hate in celebration of the latest theatrical release, H8ful Eight.
Titus O'Neil beats Stardust.
Becky Lynch meets up with Charlotte backstage. Charlotte isn't thrilled with tonight's rematch, but Becky is. They do it anyway out of the spirit of friendly competition. Ric Flair shows up soon afterward.
Becky Lynch beats Charlotte after Ric Flair grabs Becky's foot and Charlotte tries to get a schoolgirl pin, only for Becky Lynch to roll her up and grab the tights. Charlotte attacks Becky after the match, cementing her heel turn.
Vince McMahon tells Sheamus to keep the fight fair and to obey his commands.
Total Divas returns to E! on January 19th at 9 PM Eastern/8 PM Central on E! Network.
Ryback vs. Big Show comes to a quick end with The Wyatt Family (Bray Wyatt, Luke Harper, Erick Rowan, Braun Strowman) surrounding and attacking Ryback. They then get into the ring and lay waste to Big Show.
The League of Nations (Alberto Del Rio and Rusev) beat The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso).
In a shocking upset, Heath Slater - with the help of Adam Rose, Bo Dallas and Curtis Axel - beats Dolph Ziggler. After the match, Slater, Rose, Dallas and Axel call themselves the "Social Outcasts."
This Thursday on SmackDown: Becky Lynch vs. Charlotte for the WWE Divas Championship!
Vince McMahon tells Roman Reigns the same rules of the match that he told Sheamus.
The New Day (Kofi Kingston, Big E, Xavier Woods) show up and say that 2016 will be "the most magical year of our lives" when they beat Kalisto and The Dudley Boyz (Bubba Ray and D-Von Dudley) tonight faster that Mike Tyson fell of his hoverboard, which they make fun of. Kofi reminds them that Tyson is a WWE Hall of Famer, but they continue to laugh anyway. They then have a surprise...Chris Jericho, who interrupts their countdown and makes an appearance. He says he's hear to save the WWE, but The New Day don't want any of this as Jericho continues to say that WWE needs a boost and a shot in the arm of Y2J. He then makes fun of The New Day, calling them "Rooty tooty booty." He then announces he is entering the Royal Rumble match, and has every intention of winning it and getting another shot at the WWE World Heavyweight Championship.
The New Day (Kofi Kingston, Big E, Xavier Woods) beats Kalisto and The Dudley Boyz (Bubba Ray and D-Von Dudley).
This Thursday on SmackDown: Dean Ambrose defends the WWE Intercontinental Championship against Kevin Owens!
Despite favoritism and an extreme bias towards Sheamus by special guest referee Vince McMahon and senior refeee Scott Armstrong, who is in the McMahons' back pocket, Roman Reigns retains the WWE World Heavyweight Championship against Sheamus. After the match, Vince punches out referee John Cone for counting the pinfall for Roman Reigns and making the call for the official results. Vince then announces at that the Royal Rumble match, the WWE World Heavyweight Championship is on the line, and if Roman loses the Royal Rumble match, he loses the WWE World Heavyweight Championship to the winner of the Rumble.
Here are the top 10 moments from tonight's show!
Stephanie McMahon shows up to start the show, but she doesn't even make it down the entrance ramp when Roman Reigns' music hits. Stephanie makes her way to the ring and looks for Roman while Roman makes her way to the ring. She finds him, and the two stare down before they both enter the ring. Roman calls out Vince McMahon, but Stephanie says he's not here yet but will be there in time to referee his WWE World Heavyweight Championship defense against Sheamus. Roman makes it clear that nobody will take the World Heavyweight title from him, as if he loses it, he loses his job and can't provide for his family. Stephanie laughs, saying nobody competes against Vince and wins, that charges against Vince have been dropped, and that "she's the boss and he's the help." Stephanie then says she plans to use him until he can't be used anymore once he loses the title, just like Vince used his father, but Roman tells her to worry about Vince, because if he is screwed out of the title tonight, Stephanie will be picking Vince up from a hospital instead of a jail cell.
Dean Ambrose guests on commentary for the next match.
Kevin Owens beats Neville. After the match, Kevin Owens attacks Neville, but Dean Ambrose goes after Owens. Owens quickly gets the upper hand and is about to put him through the announce table, but Ambrose reverses, places Owens on the table, then leaps from the guardrail to the table with an elbow drop. He then tells Owens "You want a title shot? You know where to find it."
Vince McMahon arrives. Jojo interviews him immediately. Vince calls this week "ironic" compared to last week, because this time, he is the law.
We see the second half of the Superstars and Divas we love to hate in celebration of the latest theatrical release, H8ful Eight.
Titus O'Neil beats Stardust.
Becky Lynch meets up with Charlotte backstage. Charlotte isn't thrilled with tonight's rematch, but Becky is. They do it anyway out of the spirit of friendly competition. Ric Flair shows up soon afterward.
Becky Lynch beats Charlotte after Ric Flair grabs Becky's foot and Charlotte tries to get a schoolgirl pin, only for Becky Lynch to roll her up and grab the tights. Charlotte attacks Becky after the match, cementing her heel turn.
Vince McMahon tells Sheamus to keep the fight fair and to obey his commands.
Total Divas returns to E! on January 19th at 9 PM Eastern/8 PM Central on E! Network.
Ryback vs. Big Show comes to a quick end with The Wyatt Family (Bray Wyatt, Luke Harper, Erick Rowan, Braun Strowman) surrounding and attacking Ryback. They then get into the ring and lay waste to Big Show.
The League of Nations (Alberto Del Rio and Rusev) beat The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso).
In a shocking upset, Heath Slater - with the help of Adam Rose, Bo Dallas and Curtis Axel - beats Dolph Ziggler. After the match, Slater, Rose, Dallas and Axel call themselves the "Social Outcasts."
This Thursday on SmackDown: Becky Lynch vs. Charlotte for the WWE Divas Championship!
Vince McMahon tells Roman Reigns the same rules of the match that he told Sheamus.
The New Day (Kofi Kingston, Big E, Xavier Woods) show up and say that 2016 will be "the most magical year of our lives" when they beat Kalisto and The Dudley Boyz (Bubba Ray and D-Von Dudley) tonight faster that Mike Tyson fell of his hoverboard, which they make fun of. Kofi reminds them that Tyson is a WWE Hall of Famer, but they continue to laugh anyway. They then have a surprise...Chris Jericho, who interrupts their countdown and makes an appearance. He says he's hear to save the WWE, but The New Day don't want any of this as Jericho continues to say that WWE needs a boost and a shot in the arm of Y2J. He then makes fun of The New Day, calling them "Rooty tooty booty." He then announces he is entering the Royal Rumble match, and has every intention of winning it and getting another shot at the WWE World Heavyweight Championship.
The New Day (Kofi Kingston, Big E, Xavier Woods) beats Kalisto and The Dudley Boyz (Bubba Ray and D-Von Dudley).
This Thursday on SmackDown: Dean Ambrose defends the WWE Intercontinental Championship against Kevin Owens!
Despite favoritism and an extreme bias towards Sheamus by special guest referee Vince McMahon and senior refeee Scott Armstrong, who is in the McMahons' back pocket, Roman Reigns retains the WWE World Heavyweight Championship against Sheamus. After the match, Vince punches out referee John Cone for counting the pinfall for Roman Reigns and making the call for the official results. Vince then announces at that the Royal Rumble match, the WWE World Heavyweight Championship is on the line, and if Roman loses the Royal Rumble match, he loses the WWE World Heavyweight Championship to the winner of the Rumble.
Here are the top 10 moments from tonight's show!
Monday, December 21, 2015
2015 Slammy Awards - Monday Night RAW recap for December 21, 2015
Rivalry of the Year: The Undertaker vs. Brock Lesnar
Paul Heyman accepts the Slammy for Rivalry of the Year on behalf of Brock Lesnar.
Best John Cena U.S. Open Challenge: vs. Cesaro on the July 6th Raw
Tag Team of the Year: The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso)
Hashtag of the Year: #SuplexCity
Best Original WWE Network Show: The Stone Cold Podcast
Corey Graves accepts the Slammy for The Stone Cold Podcast on "Stone Cold" Steve Austin's behalf.
Celebrity Moment of the Year: Stephen Amell diving onto King Barrett and Stardust at SummerSlam
Tell Me You Did Not Just Say That Award: Brock Lesnar says "Suplex City, bitch" at WrestleMania 31
Double Cross of the Year: Damien Sandow turning on The Miz at WrestleMania 31
The Miz tries to accept Damien Sandow's award for Double Cross of the Year, but Sandow shows up, mimicks Miz, then takes it from him and tells him he's beating him in the Superstar of the Year vote. The Miz finds out he's locked out of Twitter, then walks away with a huff.
Extreme Moment of the Year: Roman Reigns hitting a Spear on Triple H at TLC
Booker T accepts Roman Reigns' award for Extreme Moment of the Year on his behalf, as Roman Reigns is getting ready for the beginning of the show.
Stephanie McMahon kicks off Raw. She gets the WWE Universe hyped up for the 2015 Slammy Awards, and says that she's moving forward after all that happened in the last week as tonight is a night of celebration...which gets spoiled for her when Roman Reigns makes his entrance. Roman Reigns tells Stephanie he doesn't sweat her or anybody in her family, and as a message for Triple H: he's here and not hard to find. Stephanie tells Roman to get out of the ring, but Roman adamantly refuses, and has a plan to make her mad: turn his back on her. Stephanie goes from wanting him out to wanting him back in. Stephanie then makes two matches: The New Day (Kofi Kingston, Big E, Xavier Woods) vs. The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) in a 3-on-2 handicap match, and Dean Ambrose vs. Sheamus in a steel cage match. Roman does care as he walks back up the aisle in the crowd.
Dolph Ziggler presents the Breakout Star of the Year Slammy.
Breakout Star of the Year: Neville
Neville admits he did not expect to get Breakout Star of the Year. Kevin Owens shows up, and says he should have won. Neville leaves and Owens continues to say this, then catches Dolph Ziggler laughing. Owens says that Ziggler would only win a Slammy if there was a "Has-Been of the Year" award. Ziggler goes straight after Owens and both men brawl until officials break it up.
Kane is back for the first time since Survivor Series in a match against Bray Wyatt, but it quickly becomes a 4-on-1 brawl with The Wyatt Family (Bray Wyatt, Luke Harper, Erick Rowan, Braun Strowman) until The Dudley Boyz (Bubba Ray and D-Von Dudley) and Tommy Dreamer show up to fight off the Wyatts.
The Wyatt Family (Bray Wyatt, Luke Harper, Erick Rowan, Braun Strowman) beat Kane, Tommy Dreamer and The Dudley Boyz (Bubba Ray and D-Von Dudley).
Santino Marella returns for the first time in about a year to present the LOL Moment of the Year.
LOL Moment of the Year: R-Truth thinking he's in the Money in the Bank match and in the WWE World Heavyweight Championship Title Tournament
Santino Marella accepts the LOL Moment of the Year Award on R-Truth's behalf, then R-Truth shows up and demands his award. Santino then tricks Truth and runs away, and Truth chases after him.
Santa Claus is here again! He congratulates all the Slammy winners and thanks the WWE Universe for their festive spirit, then says giving Xavier Woods a trombone was not a good idea last year.
Paul Heyman presents the OMG Shocking Moment of the Year Slammy.
OMG Shocking Moment of the Year: Kalisto with the Salida Del Sol on Jey Uso off a ladder and into another ladder at TLC
Kalisto accepts his award, and says the award as motivating him to keep fighting and flying higher.
Kevin Owens beats Dolph Ziggler.
Stephanie McMahon presents the Superstar of the Year Slammy.
Superstar of the Year: Seth Rollins
Seth Rollins makes his first appearance on Raw since his injury during the European tour, hobbling to the podium on crutches. He's not surprised he won Superstar of the Year, and says he will rebuild and redesign himself in 2016 and take back the WWE World Heavyweight Championship.
John Cena takes on Alberto Del Rio in his first match - and their first match - since Hell in a Cell next week on Raw.
Alberto Del Rio beats Jack Swagger. After the match, Del Rio, Rusev, King Barrett and Sheamus attack Swagger.
Mark Henry presents The Hero In All Of Us Slammy.
The Hero In All Of Us: John Cena
Mark Henry accepts the award on Cena's behalf, saying that this is a big team effort.
Bo Dallas shows up dressed up as Santa Claus, saying Santa is real if you Bolieve. He presents the Surprise Return of the Year Slammy.
Surprise Return of the Year: Sting
Sting is not here, and Bo Dallas accepts the award on his behalf.
The New Day (Kofi Kingston, Big E, Xavier Woods) are ashamed the WWE Universe didn't vote for them for a Slammy, and threaten to spoil Star Wars: The Force Awakens.
The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) steal a win from The New Day (Kofi Kingston, Big E, Xavier Woods) in a 3-on-2 handicap match with a roll-up on Big E.
The New Day (Kofi Kingston, Big E, Xavier Woods) defend the WWE Tag Team Championships against The Lucha Dragons (Sin Cara and Kalisto) tomorrow night on the live SmackDown!
R-Truth presents the Diva of the Year Slammy. In a reference to Steve Harvey's verba the recent Miss Universe competition, Paige is initally called the winner, but R-Truth admits his mistake, tells her she is the first runner-up and says the real winner is Nikki Bella.
Diva of the Year: Nikki Bella
Nikki Bella dedicates her Slammy to every woman currently in NXT and WWE right now, right down to the WWE Universe.
The Miz guests on commentary for the next match.
Rusev beats Neville with the Accolade. Rusev, Alberto Del Rio, Sheamus and King Barrett attack Neville after the match.
The Miz presents the "This Is Awesome" Moment of the Year Slammy.
"This Is Awesome" Moment of the Year: The Rock and Ronda Rousey at WrestleMania 31
The Miz accepts the award on The Rock and Ronda Rousey's behalf, and self-promotes himself as he does so.
Becky Lynch beats Brie Bella with the Disarmher.
"The Nature Boy" Ric Flair presents the Match of the Year Slammy.
Match of the Year: Brock Lesnar vs. The Undertaker at Hell In A Cell
Paul Heyman accepts the Match of the Year Slammy Award.
The League of Nations (Sheamus, Rusev, King Barrett, Alberto Del Rio) attack The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) backstage in an attempt to keep them from helping Dean Ambrose in the next match.
With the help of Roman Reigns, Dean Ambrose beats Sheamus in a brawl over the top of the cage when Ambrose falls to the floor first. After Ambrose gets out successfully, Roman Reigns hits a Spear on Sheamus.
Stephanie McMahon slaps Tom Phillips beyond silly when he asks for her reaction to the end of the match backstage.
Paul Heyman accepts the Slammy for Rivalry of the Year on behalf of Brock Lesnar.
Best John Cena U.S. Open Challenge: vs. Cesaro on the July 6th Raw
Tag Team of the Year: The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso)
Hashtag of the Year: #SuplexCity
Best Original WWE Network Show: The Stone Cold Podcast
Corey Graves accepts the Slammy for The Stone Cold Podcast on "Stone Cold" Steve Austin's behalf.
Celebrity Moment of the Year: Stephen Amell diving onto King Barrett and Stardust at SummerSlam
Tell Me You Did Not Just Say That Award: Brock Lesnar says "Suplex City, bitch" at WrestleMania 31
Double Cross of the Year: Damien Sandow turning on The Miz at WrestleMania 31
The Miz tries to accept Damien Sandow's award for Double Cross of the Year, but Sandow shows up, mimicks Miz, then takes it from him and tells him he's beating him in the Superstar of the Year vote. The Miz finds out he's locked out of Twitter, then walks away with a huff.
Extreme Moment of the Year: Roman Reigns hitting a Spear on Triple H at TLC
Booker T accepts Roman Reigns' award for Extreme Moment of the Year on his behalf, as Roman Reigns is getting ready for the beginning of the show.
Stephanie McMahon kicks off Raw. She gets the WWE Universe hyped up for the 2015 Slammy Awards, and says that she's moving forward after all that happened in the last week as tonight is a night of celebration...which gets spoiled for her when Roman Reigns makes his entrance. Roman Reigns tells Stephanie he doesn't sweat her or anybody in her family, and as a message for Triple H: he's here and not hard to find. Stephanie tells Roman to get out of the ring, but Roman adamantly refuses, and has a plan to make her mad: turn his back on her. Stephanie goes from wanting him out to wanting him back in. Stephanie then makes two matches: The New Day (Kofi Kingston, Big E, Xavier Woods) vs. The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) in a 3-on-2 handicap match, and Dean Ambrose vs. Sheamus in a steel cage match. Roman does care as he walks back up the aisle in the crowd.
Dolph Ziggler presents the Breakout Star of the Year Slammy.
Breakout Star of the Year: Neville
Neville admits he did not expect to get Breakout Star of the Year. Kevin Owens shows up, and says he should have won. Neville leaves and Owens continues to say this, then catches Dolph Ziggler laughing. Owens says that Ziggler would only win a Slammy if there was a "Has-Been of the Year" award. Ziggler goes straight after Owens and both men brawl until officials break it up.
Kane is back for the first time since Survivor Series in a match against Bray Wyatt, but it quickly becomes a 4-on-1 brawl with The Wyatt Family (Bray Wyatt, Luke Harper, Erick Rowan, Braun Strowman) until The Dudley Boyz (Bubba Ray and D-Von Dudley) and Tommy Dreamer show up to fight off the Wyatts.
The Wyatt Family (Bray Wyatt, Luke Harper, Erick Rowan, Braun Strowman) beat Kane, Tommy Dreamer and The Dudley Boyz (Bubba Ray and D-Von Dudley).
Santino Marella returns for the first time in about a year to present the LOL Moment of the Year.
LOL Moment of the Year: R-Truth thinking he's in the Money in the Bank match and in the WWE World Heavyweight Championship Title Tournament
Santino Marella accepts the LOL Moment of the Year Award on R-Truth's behalf, then R-Truth shows up and demands his award. Santino then tricks Truth and runs away, and Truth chases after him.
Santa Claus is here again! He congratulates all the Slammy winners and thanks the WWE Universe for their festive spirit, then says giving Xavier Woods a trombone was not a good idea last year.
Paul Heyman presents the OMG Shocking Moment of the Year Slammy.
OMG Shocking Moment of the Year: Kalisto with the Salida Del Sol on Jey Uso off a ladder and into another ladder at TLC
Kalisto accepts his award, and says the award as motivating him to keep fighting and flying higher.
Kevin Owens beats Dolph Ziggler.
Stephanie McMahon presents the Superstar of the Year Slammy.
Superstar of the Year: Seth Rollins
Seth Rollins makes his first appearance on Raw since his injury during the European tour, hobbling to the podium on crutches. He's not surprised he won Superstar of the Year, and says he will rebuild and redesign himself in 2016 and take back the WWE World Heavyweight Championship.
John Cena takes on Alberto Del Rio in his first match - and their first match - since Hell in a Cell next week on Raw.
Alberto Del Rio beats Jack Swagger. After the match, Del Rio, Rusev, King Barrett and Sheamus attack Swagger.
Mark Henry presents The Hero In All Of Us Slammy.
The Hero In All Of Us: John Cena
Mark Henry accepts the award on Cena's behalf, saying that this is a big team effort.
Bo Dallas shows up dressed up as Santa Claus, saying Santa is real if you Bolieve. He presents the Surprise Return of the Year Slammy.
Surprise Return of the Year: Sting
Sting is not here, and Bo Dallas accepts the award on his behalf.
The New Day (Kofi Kingston, Big E, Xavier Woods) are ashamed the WWE Universe didn't vote for them for a Slammy, and threaten to spoil Star Wars: The Force Awakens.
The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) steal a win from The New Day (Kofi Kingston, Big E, Xavier Woods) in a 3-on-2 handicap match with a roll-up on Big E.
The New Day (Kofi Kingston, Big E, Xavier Woods) defend the WWE Tag Team Championships against The Lucha Dragons (Sin Cara and Kalisto) tomorrow night on the live SmackDown!
R-Truth presents the Diva of the Year Slammy. In a reference to Steve Harvey's verba the recent Miss Universe competition, Paige is initally called the winner, but R-Truth admits his mistake, tells her she is the first runner-up and says the real winner is Nikki Bella.
Diva of the Year: Nikki Bella
Nikki Bella dedicates her Slammy to every woman currently in NXT and WWE right now, right down to the WWE Universe.
The Miz guests on commentary for the next match.
Rusev beats Neville with the Accolade. Rusev, Alberto Del Rio, Sheamus and King Barrett attack Neville after the match.
The Miz presents the "This Is Awesome" Moment of the Year Slammy.
"This Is Awesome" Moment of the Year: The Rock and Ronda Rousey at WrestleMania 31
The Miz accepts the award on The Rock and Ronda Rousey's behalf, and self-promotes himself as he does so.
Becky Lynch beats Brie Bella with the Disarmher.
"The Nature Boy" Ric Flair presents the Match of the Year Slammy.
Match of the Year: Brock Lesnar vs. The Undertaker at Hell In A Cell
Paul Heyman accepts the Match of the Year Slammy Award.
The League of Nations (Sheamus, Rusev, King Barrett, Alberto Del Rio) attack The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) backstage in an attempt to keep them from helping Dean Ambrose in the next match.
With the help of Roman Reigns, Dean Ambrose beats Sheamus in a brawl over the top of the cage when Ambrose falls to the floor first. After Ambrose gets out successfully, Roman Reigns hits a Spear on Sheamus.
Stephanie McMahon slaps Tom Phillips beyond silly when he asks for her reaction to the end of the match backstage.
Monday, November 30, 2015
Gettin' RAW - Monday Night RAW recap for November 30, 2015
During the pre-show, Becky Lynch runs into Paige, and Paige tries to drive a wedge between her and Charlotte. Becky Lynch seems to be having none of it.
The New Day (Kofi Kingston, Big E, Xavier Woods) start off the show as confetti flies around the arena. Big E takes a Terrible Towel and desecrates it in front of the Pittsburgh crowd by wiping his armpits with it before using it to blow his nose. They then reveal what they're celebrating: Sheamus becoming the new WWE World Heavyweight Champion. Sheamus shows up in a suit and tie with the title around his waist, and proceeds to make fun of the crowd before crediting Triple H and Stephanie McMahon with his recent success. He then thanks the man he claims made it all possible: Roman Reigns. Sheamus and The New Day celebrate, and make fun of Roman Reigns for falling victim to the Brogue Kick at Survivor Series. Sheamus then declares that "Sheamus 5:15 just said I just kicked your arse!" As The New Day leave and Sheamus celebrates some more in the ring, Sheamus is suddenly laid out with a Superman Punch out of nowhere by Roman Reigns, who then runs off with the WWE World Heavyweight title.
The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso), Dean Ambrose and Roman Reigns - still carrying the WWE World Heavyweight Championship - are confronted by Triple H and Stephanie McMahon, who want the championship back. Roman hands it back to them, but tells them that in two weeks' time, he's taking it back. Triple H then says that he has just talked with Sheamus, who has decided not to wait until TLC to defend the title and has opted instead to defend it tonight. Roman is game, and the match is one, but Stephanie McMahon says there is a caveat: if Roman does not beat Sheamus in five minutes and fifteen minutes, he doesn't win the title.
Dolph Ziggler beats Tyler Breeze.
It's time for Miz TV. Tonight's guests are Rusev and Lana, who are now back together and engaged. Rusev says nobody cared about him while he was injured, except for one person...Lana, who is now engaged to Rusev in real life. She appears for the first time since her recent injury. The Miz celebrates the happy couple, and Miz gets a glare for accidentally mentioning Summer Rae. Lana says she and Rusev patched everything up when he proposed to her, and that they never went all the way with Dolph Ziggler and Summer Rae, respectively. After they kiss again, Ryback suddenly appears. He says that the WWE Universe is tired of all this garbage, and that Ziggler actually did go all the way. Ryback then declares it's feeding time. This starts a match.
Ryback beats Rusev by count-out when he sends Rusev into the steps and accidentally smacks them into Lana's thigh. Rusev is not thrilled with this turn of events and blames it on Ryback, believing that this was not an accident.
Dean Ambrose meets with Triple H, who congratulates him on winning the triple threat to become #1 contender for the WWE Intercontinental Championship. He tells Ambrose that if Roman Reigns doesn't win the title in five minutes and fifteen seconds, not only does Roman Reigns lose his title opportunity, so does Ambrose. Triple H explains it away by saying he is doing this to drill into Roman's head that the choices he makes will also affect his friends.
The Dudley Boyz (Bubba Ray and D-Von Dudley) are in the ring. The Wyatt Family (Bray Wyatt, Luke Harper, Erick Rowan, Braun Strowman) have had them on the ropes as of late, and that they added insult to injury by putting them through tables. However, they didn't get the job done, according to Bubba Ray, and now they have put not just targets on their backs, but their names on four tables...literally. After D-Von says that The Wyatt Family has failed to remember the Dudley Boyz Commandments, Bubba Ray challenges the Wyatts to a match at TLC. Suddenly, the Family appears, and Bray Wyatt accepts the challenge, but tells the Dudleys that they may be in over their head. The Dudleys say that while the Wyatts may be a family, they have family, too. Suddenly, out comes Tommy Dreamer with a trash can full of weapons, and Dreamer and the Dudleys arm themselves. When the Wyatts try to get in the ring, Dreamer and the Dudleys start swinging, and the Wyatts are forced to retreat.
The Wyatt Family (Luke Harper, Erick Rowan, Braun Strowman) vs. The Dudley Boyz (Bubba Ray and D-Von Dudley) and Tommy Dreamer ends in a brawl that gets out of control. After the bell has rung, The Wyatts try to put somebody through a table, but Bubba Ray Dudley is able to get up and push Bray Wyatt off the apron, causing him to fall into a table already set up at ringside.
Zeb Colter and Alberto Del Rio make fun of not only the Pittsburgh crowd, but also Goldust. When Del Rio says that Goldust is out of date and full of hate, Goldust responds by slapping Del Rio in the face, prematurely starting their match.
Alberto Del Rio beats Goldust. After the match, Del Rio goes for a Cross Arm Breaker on Goldust, but Jack Swagger shows up and puts an end to it, chasing Del Rio out of the ring.
Becky Lynch meets Charlotte to set up a match between the two of them. Becky says that Paige has nothing to do with it, and that she's doing it to have fun and show what they came here to do. Charlotte is in, on the condition that her dad Ric Flair accompany her to the ring. As if on cue, Ric Flair shows up. Becky accepts.
The New Day (Kofi Kingston, Big E, Xavier Woods) guest on commentary for the next match.
The Lucha Dragons (Sin Cara and Kalisto) vs. The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) to decide new #1 contenders for the WWE Tag Team Championships ends with The New Day (Kofi Kingston, Big E, Xavier Woods) attacking both teams so that they don't have to defend their titles at TLC. The New Day then brag about how they don't have to defend their titles afterwards.
Stephanie McMahon tells The Lucha Dragons (Sin Cara and Kalisto) and The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) they both have a tag team title shot against The New Day (Kofi Kingston, Big E, Xavier Woods)...but if Roman Reigns wins his match tonight, The Usos will lose their shot. Stephanie gives the same explanation as this for Triple H, saying that Roman's choices will also affect his entire family.
Sasha Banks beats Brie Bella with the Banks Statement. During the match, Team BAD (Naomi, Tamina, Sasha Banks) take Alicia Fox down and out of the match.
Roman Reigns tells Dean Ambrose and The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) that "he's got this."
Roman Reigns beats Sheamus by disqualification after Rusev drags Reigns out of the ring. King Barrett and Alberto Del Rio drag Sheamus away from the ring. After the match, Sheamus introduces his "League of Nations:" King Barrett, Alberto Del Rio and Rusev. The four of them are officially a team, and they meet Roman's teammates - Dean Ambrose and The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso). When Roman dares the League of Nations to step up, Sheamus gets on the apron only to eat a right hand from Roman.
The New Day (Kofi Kingston, Big E, Xavier Woods) advertise Cyber Monday on WWE Shop.
Players from the Pittsburgh Steelers are in the front row tonight.
Paige guests on commentary for the next match.
Charlotte beats Becky Lynch by playing possum and faking a leg injury, allowing her to get a schoolgirl pin on Becky for the win. Becky is shocked.
Becky Lynch confronts Charlotte about her win. Charlotte says it's the big leagues, and that the win was just "tough love." After Charlotte leaves, Paige shows up and tries to stir the pot.
The first edition of "The Rosebush" by Adam Rose has Rose making fun of the Lana-Rusev-Tyler Breeze-Dolph Ziggler love quadrangle.
Titus O'Neil tries to get Stardust in the Christmas spirit.
Bubba Ray Dudley takes on Bray Wyatt this Thursday on SmackDown!
Before the next match, The New Day (Kofi Kingston, Big E, Xavier Woods) announce that they have joined The League of Nations (Sheamus, King Barrett, Rusev, Alberto Del Rio), officially making the match a 7-on-4 handicap match.
During the 7-on-4 handicap match, Jimmy Uso injures his knee, officially making the match 7-on-3.
The League of Nations (Sheamus, Alberto Del Rio, Rusev, King Barrett) and The New Day (Kofi Kingston, Big E, Xavier Woods) beat Roman Reigns, Dean Ambrose and The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso). After the match, the inners attack the losers, most specifically Roman Reigns.
Here are the top 10 moments from tonight's show!
The New Day (Kofi Kingston, Big E, Xavier Woods) start off the show as confetti flies around the arena. Big E takes a Terrible Towel and desecrates it in front of the Pittsburgh crowd by wiping his armpits with it before using it to blow his nose. They then reveal what they're celebrating: Sheamus becoming the new WWE World Heavyweight Champion. Sheamus shows up in a suit and tie with the title around his waist, and proceeds to make fun of the crowd before crediting Triple H and Stephanie McMahon with his recent success. He then thanks the man he claims made it all possible: Roman Reigns. Sheamus and The New Day celebrate, and make fun of Roman Reigns for falling victim to the Brogue Kick at Survivor Series. Sheamus then declares that "Sheamus 5:15 just said I just kicked your arse!" As The New Day leave and Sheamus celebrates some more in the ring, Sheamus is suddenly laid out with a Superman Punch out of nowhere by Roman Reigns, who then runs off with the WWE World Heavyweight title.
The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso), Dean Ambrose and Roman Reigns - still carrying the WWE World Heavyweight Championship - are confronted by Triple H and Stephanie McMahon, who want the championship back. Roman hands it back to them, but tells them that in two weeks' time, he's taking it back. Triple H then says that he has just talked with Sheamus, who has decided not to wait until TLC to defend the title and has opted instead to defend it tonight. Roman is game, and the match is one, but Stephanie McMahon says there is a caveat: if Roman does not beat Sheamus in five minutes and fifteen minutes, he doesn't win the title.
Dolph Ziggler beats Tyler Breeze.
It's time for Miz TV. Tonight's guests are Rusev and Lana, who are now back together and engaged. Rusev says nobody cared about him while he was injured, except for one person...Lana, who is now engaged to Rusev in real life. She appears for the first time since her recent injury. The Miz celebrates the happy couple, and Miz gets a glare for accidentally mentioning Summer Rae. Lana says she and Rusev patched everything up when he proposed to her, and that they never went all the way with Dolph Ziggler and Summer Rae, respectively. After they kiss again, Ryback suddenly appears. He says that the WWE Universe is tired of all this garbage, and that Ziggler actually did go all the way. Ryback then declares it's feeding time. This starts a match.
Ryback beats Rusev by count-out when he sends Rusev into the steps and accidentally smacks them into Lana's thigh. Rusev is not thrilled with this turn of events and blames it on Ryback, believing that this was not an accident.
Dean Ambrose meets with Triple H, who congratulates him on winning the triple threat to become #1 contender for the WWE Intercontinental Championship. He tells Ambrose that if Roman Reigns doesn't win the title in five minutes and fifteen seconds, not only does Roman Reigns lose his title opportunity, so does Ambrose. Triple H explains it away by saying he is doing this to drill into Roman's head that the choices he makes will also affect his friends.
The Dudley Boyz (Bubba Ray and D-Von Dudley) are in the ring. The Wyatt Family (Bray Wyatt, Luke Harper, Erick Rowan, Braun Strowman) have had them on the ropes as of late, and that they added insult to injury by putting them through tables. However, they didn't get the job done, according to Bubba Ray, and now they have put not just targets on their backs, but their names on four tables...literally. After D-Von says that The Wyatt Family has failed to remember the Dudley Boyz Commandments, Bubba Ray challenges the Wyatts to a match at TLC. Suddenly, the Family appears, and Bray Wyatt accepts the challenge, but tells the Dudleys that they may be in over their head. The Dudleys say that while the Wyatts may be a family, they have family, too. Suddenly, out comes Tommy Dreamer with a trash can full of weapons, and Dreamer and the Dudleys arm themselves. When the Wyatts try to get in the ring, Dreamer and the Dudleys start swinging, and the Wyatts are forced to retreat.
The Wyatt Family (Luke Harper, Erick Rowan, Braun Strowman) vs. The Dudley Boyz (Bubba Ray and D-Von Dudley) and Tommy Dreamer ends in a brawl that gets out of control. After the bell has rung, The Wyatts try to put somebody through a table, but Bubba Ray Dudley is able to get up and push Bray Wyatt off the apron, causing him to fall into a table already set up at ringside.
Zeb Colter and Alberto Del Rio make fun of not only the Pittsburgh crowd, but also Goldust. When Del Rio says that Goldust is out of date and full of hate, Goldust responds by slapping Del Rio in the face, prematurely starting their match.
Alberto Del Rio beats Goldust. After the match, Del Rio goes for a Cross Arm Breaker on Goldust, but Jack Swagger shows up and puts an end to it, chasing Del Rio out of the ring.
Becky Lynch meets Charlotte to set up a match between the two of them. Becky says that Paige has nothing to do with it, and that she's doing it to have fun and show what they came here to do. Charlotte is in, on the condition that her dad Ric Flair accompany her to the ring. As if on cue, Ric Flair shows up. Becky accepts.
The New Day (Kofi Kingston, Big E, Xavier Woods) guest on commentary for the next match.
The Lucha Dragons (Sin Cara and Kalisto) vs. The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) to decide new #1 contenders for the WWE Tag Team Championships ends with The New Day (Kofi Kingston, Big E, Xavier Woods) attacking both teams so that they don't have to defend their titles at TLC. The New Day then brag about how they don't have to defend their titles afterwards.
Stephanie McMahon tells The Lucha Dragons (Sin Cara and Kalisto) and The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) they both have a tag team title shot against The New Day (Kofi Kingston, Big E, Xavier Woods)...but if Roman Reigns wins his match tonight, The Usos will lose their shot. Stephanie gives the same explanation as this for Triple H, saying that Roman's choices will also affect his entire family.
Sasha Banks beats Brie Bella with the Banks Statement. During the match, Team BAD (Naomi, Tamina, Sasha Banks) take Alicia Fox down and out of the match.
Roman Reigns tells Dean Ambrose and The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) that "he's got this."
Roman Reigns beats Sheamus by disqualification after Rusev drags Reigns out of the ring. King Barrett and Alberto Del Rio drag Sheamus away from the ring. After the match, Sheamus introduces his "League of Nations:" King Barrett, Alberto Del Rio and Rusev. The four of them are officially a team, and they meet Roman's teammates - Dean Ambrose and The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso). When Roman dares the League of Nations to step up, Sheamus gets on the apron only to eat a right hand from Roman.
The New Day (Kofi Kingston, Big E, Xavier Woods) advertise Cyber Monday on WWE Shop.
Players from the Pittsburgh Steelers are in the front row tonight.
Paige guests on commentary for the next match.
Charlotte beats Becky Lynch by playing possum and faking a leg injury, allowing her to get a schoolgirl pin on Becky for the win. Becky is shocked.
Becky Lynch confronts Charlotte about her win. Charlotte says it's the big leagues, and that the win was just "tough love." After Charlotte leaves, Paige shows up and tries to stir the pot.
The first edition of "The Rosebush" by Adam Rose has Rose making fun of the Lana-Rusev-Tyler Breeze-Dolph Ziggler love quadrangle.
Titus O'Neil tries to get Stardust in the Christmas spirit.
Bubba Ray Dudley takes on Bray Wyatt this Thursday on SmackDown!
Before the next match, The New Day (Kofi Kingston, Big E, Xavier Woods) announce that they have joined The League of Nations (Sheamus, King Barrett, Rusev, Alberto Del Rio), officially making the match a 7-on-4 handicap match.
During the 7-on-4 handicap match, Jimmy Uso injures his knee, officially making the match 7-on-3.
The League of Nations (Sheamus, Alberto Del Rio, Rusev, King Barrett) and The New Day (Kofi Kingston, Big E, Xavier Woods) beat Roman Reigns, Dean Ambrose and The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso). After the match, the inners attack the losers, most specifically Roman Reigns.
Here are the top 10 moments from tonight's show!
Monday, November 23, 2015
Gettin' RAW - Monday Night RAW recap for November 23, 2015
Triple H and Stephanie McMahon show up to start the show. They make fun of Roman Reigns, as if to say "I told you so" for turning Triple H's opportunity down like he did and Spearing him at Survivor Series. He then says that life is defined the opportunities you take and the opportunities you make, and introduces us to someone who knows when to take an opportunity: the new WWE World Heavyweight Champion, Sheamus, who shows up and makes light of how he decimated Roman Reigns last night, comparing it to "Brutus stabbing Caesar." He then says he warned us that this would happen, then asks the WWE Universe one question: "Who looks stupid now?" Triple H and Stephanie McMahon then put Sheamus on a pedestal, saying he doesn't look stupid and instead looks like a WWE champion. Then, Roman Reigns shows up and gets straight down to business, demanding he wants his rematch for the WWE World Heavyweight Championship tonight. Stephanie says that won't happen because he Speared Triple H, and Roman immediately challenges Triple H's manhood for having her speak for him. The two of them then stare down, then HHH tells him he'll get his rematch when he says he'll get it, "which sure as hell won't be tonight." Suddenly, Reigns is kicked in the head from behind by...Rusev. Sheamus then Brogue Kicks Reigns. Rusev has returned, and he and Sheamus both join Triple H and Stephanie at the entrance ramp. HHH then announces that Roman's rematch for the WWE World Heavyweight Championship will be at TLC in a TLC Match. Stephanie then puts Reigns in a match against the returning Rusev tonight.
The Wyatt Family (Bray Wyatt and Luke Harper) beat The Dudley Boyz (Bubba Ray and D-Von Dudley) after the distraction by Erick Rowan. After the match, Erick Rowan and Braun Strowman join and lay waste to the Dudleys.
Sasha Banks beats Becky Lynch with the assist from Naomi and Tamina.
Paige interrupts Michael Cole after the match, saying Charlotte cheated by having one of her hands underneath the bottom rope during the Figure Eight. She calls Charlotte "a dirty player just like her daddy."
The New Day (Kofi Kingston, Big E, Xavier Woods) show up to celebrate their one-year anniversary by making fun of Nashville, Tennessee and country music...as well as for a country music jamboree and a Tag Team Title open challenge. The challenge is answered by The Lucha Dragons (Sin Cara and Kalisto), but The New Day try to renege only for The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) to stop them. Sin Cara and Kalisto are okay with this being a Triple Threat tag team match, but The New Day complain about their jamboree being ruined and cancel the open challenge. The Usos and The Lucha Dragons respond by decimating The New Day.
Renee Young interviews Charlotte, who is not surprised by Paige's behavior. She knows it's not over between her and Paige.
Neville beats Mark Henry. After the match, Neville and Henry shake hands, and Henry tells Neville "I respect you. You're gonna be good."
Titus O'Neil interrupts a Stardust promo...and annoys Stardust.
T-shirts are $15 on WWE Shop...tonight only!
Goldust and The Prime Time Players (Darren Young and Titus O'Neil) beat Stardust and The Ascension (Konnor and Viktor).
Zeb Colter and Alberto Del Rio show up for the State of Mexamerica Address. Colter says that Mexamerica is not failing and is just suffering from "growing pains." Zeb then talks about how America is in trouble, and that Mexamerica was not taken very well when everyone "became a bunch of haters." Colter and Del Rio then turn on the fans for not giving Mexamerica a chance, and declare its borders closed forever. As Zeb continues to talk, Jack Swagger shows up. He tells Zeb he used to put his hand over his heart and stand for something, and now he has turned his back on America. Zeb and Del Rio get upset, and dares them to do something about it if they don't like it. Swagger then gets in the ring with Del Rio, but Del Rio slinks away along with Zeb Colter. Swagger then leads the WWE Universe in putting their hand over their hearts and saying "We, the people."
Paige and Charlotte wrestle to a double count-out. Charlotte retains the WWE Divas Championship. After the match, Paige puts Charlotte in a PTO on the announce table.
Jack Swagger takes on Alberto Del Rio this Thursday on SmackDown!
Heath Slater is in the ring with a mic stand and a guitar, ready to sing "what real country music sounds like." Before he can sing, however, Ryback shows up. Slater smashes the guitar into Ryback's back, which does nothing but make Ryback hurt him.
Dolph Ziggler and Dean Ambrose beat Kevin Owens and Tyler Breeze.
JBL, El Torito and Mark Henry have a weird Tex-Mex driven, JBL-Torito dream to shill a Hardee's/Carl's Jr. Tex-Mex burger. (I'm not making this up.)
Roman Reigns vs. Rusev ends after King Barrett interferes. Barrett throws a chair to Rusev, but Reigns gets the chair and smacks Barrett, Rusev and Sheamus (who was tossed out of the match by the referee) with it.
The Wyatt Family (Bray Wyatt and Luke Harper) beat The Dudley Boyz (Bubba Ray and D-Von Dudley) after the distraction by Erick Rowan. After the match, Erick Rowan and Braun Strowman join and lay waste to the Dudleys.
Sasha Banks beats Becky Lynch with the assist from Naomi and Tamina.
Paige interrupts Michael Cole after the match, saying Charlotte cheated by having one of her hands underneath the bottom rope during the Figure Eight. She calls Charlotte "a dirty player just like her daddy."
The New Day (Kofi Kingston, Big E, Xavier Woods) show up to celebrate their one-year anniversary by making fun of Nashville, Tennessee and country music...as well as for a country music jamboree and a Tag Team Title open challenge. The challenge is answered by The Lucha Dragons (Sin Cara and Kalisto), but The New Day try to renege only for The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) to stop them. Sin Cara and Kalisto are okay with this being a Triple Threat tag team match, but The New Day complain about their jamboree being ruined and cancel the open challenge. The Usos and The Lucha Dragons respond by decimating The New Day.
Renee Young interviews Charlotte, who is not surprised by Paige's behavior. She knows it's not over between her and Paige.
Neville beats Mark Henry. After the match, Neville and Henry shake hands, and Henry tells Neville "I respect you. You're gonna be good."
Titus O'Neil interrupts a Stardust promo...and annoys Stardust.
T-shirts are $15 on WWE Shop...tonight only!
Goldust and The Prime Time Players (Darren Young and Titus O'Neil) beat Stardust and The Ascension (Konnor and Viktor).
Zeb Colter and Alberto Del Rio show up for the State of Mexamerica Address. Colter says that Mexamerica is not failing and is just suffering from "growing pains." Zeb then talks about how America is in trouble, and that Mexamerica was not taken very well when everyone "became a bunch of haters." Colter and Del Rio then turn on the fans for not giving Mexamerica a chance, and declare its borders closed forever. As Zeb continues to talk, Jack Swagger shows up. He tells Zeb he used to put his hand over his heart and stand for something, and now he has turned his back on America. Zeb and Del Rio get upset, and dares them to do something about it if they don't like it. Swagger then gets in the ring with Del Rio, but Del Rio slinks away along with Zeb Colter. Swagger then leads the WWE Universe in putting their hand over their hearts and saying "We, the people."
Paige and Charlotte wrestle to a double count-out. Charlotte retains the WWE Divas Championship. After the match, Paige puts Charlotte in a PTO on the announce table.
Jack Swagger takes on Alberto Del Rio this Thursday on SmackDown!
Heath Slater is in the ring with a mic stand and a guitar, ready to sing "what real country music sounds like." Before he can sing, however, Ryback shows up. Slater smashes the guitar into Ryback's back, which does nothing but make Ryback hurt him.
Dolph Ziggler and Dean Ambrose beat Kevin Owens and Tyler Breeze.
JBL, El Torito and Mark Henry have a weird Tex-Mex driven, JBL-Torito dream to shill a Hardee's/Carl's Jr. Tex-Mex burger. (I'm not making this up.)
Roman Reigns vs. Rusev ends after King Barrett interferes. Barrett throws a chair to Rusev, but Reigns gets the chair and smacks Barrett, Rusev and Sheamus (who was tossed out of the match by the referee) with it.
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