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Monday, March 25, 2019

Raw Deal - Raw recap for March 25, 2019

It is announced that Charlotte Flair vs. Becky Lynch vs. "Rowdy" Ronda Rousey for the WWE Raw Women's Championship will headline the main event for WrestleMania 35.

"Rowdy" Ronda Rousey shows up to start tonight's show. As the crowd chants "We want Becky!", Rousey says that women will be the WrestleMania event for the first time in history with the Raw Women's title match, and she has only one thing to say: "You're welcome." She drops the microphone, then picks it back up and promises to tap Charlotte and Becky out at he same time at WrestleMania. She drops the microphone again, then picks it back up again to say she has no idea what a Beat The Clock Challenge is and that it is time to get it over with. The Riott Squad (Ruby Riott, Sarah Logan, Liv Morgan) shows up, then Becky Lynch arrives. Becky tells Ronda to stop acting like "a little weirdo," as Ronda come out with a big money contract and nobody cared about her until she came around. She boasts that she is the best thing to ever happen to Ronda, as she made her better, and says it will end with the title in her hand and Ronda's skull beneath her foot. Charlotte Flair then shows up, and proclaims that the women are the WrestleMania main event because of what's she done, not Ronda or Becky.



"Rowdy" Ronda Rousey beats Sarah Logan with an arm bar in 1:25 (one minute, twenty-five seconds) in a Beat The Clock Challenge.



Charlotte Flair fails to beat the clock in the Beat The Clock Challenge against Ruby Riott. When Becky Lynch gets in the ring, Charlotte Flair hits her with a big boot.



Becky Lynch beats Liv Morgan with a jackknife pin in a Beat The Clock Challenge with seven seconds left.



Before the next match, Lio Rush says he and Bobby Lashley are a roadblock in his road to WrestleMania, and they will leave him beaten and broken like Rob Gronkowski. Lio also announces that he is not medically cleared tonight, and Jinder Mahal will be teaming with Lashley instead.

Finn Balor beats Bobby Lashley and Jinder Mahal in a 2-on-1 handicap match to earn a shot at the WWE Intercontinental Championship at WrestleMania 35. After the match, Lashley takes his anger out on both Mahal and The Singh Brothers (Samir and Sunil Singh).



We see a vignette of Elias playing in the middle of Times Square, who says it is nothing compared to his performance at WrestleMania. Before he plays, he is outplayed - and outsung - by another street musician that Elias shoos away.



Aleister Black and Ricochet beat The Revival (Scott Dawson and Dash Wilder). After the match, Scott Dawson demands that ring announcer Mike Rome announce that The Revival are still the WWE Raw Tag Team Champions.



Drew McIntyre shows up. McIntyre states he does not care if the fans like him, and that they will respect him. He says one week is a long time to wait for an answer from Roman Reigns, and we get a video replay of what he did to Roman two weeks ago, saying he could have finished him off if he wanted. We also see a replay of McIntyre's challenge to Roman Reigns from last week. Afterwards, McIntyre hopes that Roman's family convinced Roman to say no to his challenge, as he has already beaten Dean Ambrose and Seth Rollins. McIntyre says he known that Roman want to take his challenge, but tells Roman to think about his family, as he has put them through enough and his children had to "watch Daddy fight for his life already." He asks if Roman wants to do that one more time at WrestleMania if he knows he is going to lose, and promises to hold the show hostage until he gets an answer. As he makes that promise, Roman shows up. Roman tells McIntyre that "Roman accepts [his] challenge," then tells him - as Joe Anoa'i - not to run his mouth about his wife and kids before going to town on McIntyre. This ends with McIntyre nailing Roman with a low blow, which allows McIntyre to hit the Claymore Kick.



Backstage, Drew McIntyre is met by Dean Ambrose, who takes offense to being called "a cockroach" that McIntyre "exterminated," says he doesn't feel exterminated, and dares him to give it one more try in a Last Man Standing Match. McIntyre promises Ambrose won't be standing after tonight.

Sasha Banks vs. Natalya ends when Nia Jax and Tamina attack both women. "The Glamazon" Beth Phoenix gets in the ring and fights off both Nia and Tamina, and Tamina falls victim to a Glam Slam.



It is announced that The Hart Foundation - Bret "The Hit Man" Hart and Jim "The Anvil" Neidhart - are inductees into the WWE Hall of Fame Class of 2019. With this, Bret becomes a two-time inductee.



Backstage, Charly Caruso interviews Kurt Angle. Angle appreciates Samoa Joe coming from SmackDown Live to face him, and says that his farewell tour isn't hugs and handshakes. He calls Joe "the true test." Baron Corbin shows up, makes fun of Angle's age and says the crowd only feels sorry for him and that he should have retired ten years ago. He states that he will disgrace Angle in his last match, but Angle simply tells Corbin "Screw you."

Backstage, Charly Caruso interviews Sasha Banks and Bayley. Sasha says she and Bayley would take on anybody, anywhere at anytime, and if people want to go at it with them, they will do it at WrestleMania.



It's time for A Moment Of Bliss. Alexa Bliss says she is at a crossroads, and while she is the host of WrestleMania, she feels her reputation is in jeopardy due to what is going between Colin Jost and Braun Strowman. Alexa brings out Strowman, and reminds Strowman of what he has done when his temper has gotten the better of him before asking what would happen if Colin Jost and Michael Che were to "get these hands." Strowman says that when he saw the car that Jost gifted him, all he thought about was smashing Jost's "pasty" face. Colin Jost and Michael Che are then introduced live via satellite on the TitanTron. Jost says he has learned his lesson, and says that instead of wearing a New York Mets hat, he will wear a New York Yankees hat. Michael says he respects Strowman, but says Strowman crossed a line by getting physical with Jost. Jost says he was being sincere when he put in his Twitter bio that he wanted to be Strowman's mentor, and says there are a few things he can teach a monster like Strowman, like chewing food and doing taxes. Jost then makes fun of Strowman's size before asking if they can handle this like adults, and asks if Strowman has ever considered therapy before asking Strowman to pay him back the value of the car - plus interest - and get him Brock Lesnar's autograph. Jost then makes fun of Strowman's size before asking if they can handle this like adults, and asks if Strowman has ever considered therapy before asking Strowman to pay him back the value of the car - plus interest - and get him Brock Lesnar's autograph. Michael Che accepts on Jost's behalf, saying the chances of something bad happening to Jost will be slightly less. Jost, not wanting to be thrown under the bus, says that Michael Che will be in the battle royal with him too. Strowman asks Alexa Bliss to make it official, and after Alexa initially says she doesn't want to sacrifice two great talents, she makes it official.



We hear from Elias in New York City again, and this time, Elias is in front of Madison Square Garden. After making fun of the Boston Garden, Elias claims he has sold out Madison Square Garden three time already, then someone puts a quarter in his coffee cup. Elias takes offense to the quarter, saying people would pay him more to see him in New York City.

Baron Corbin beats Apollo Crews. After the match, Corbin hits Apollo Crews with End of Days a second time.



It is announced that Becky Lynch, "Rowdy" Ronda Rousey and Charlotte Flair will be on ESPN's SportsCenter tomorrow morning at 7:45 AM Eastern.

Next week: Becky Lynch, "Rowdy" Ronda Rousey and Charlotte Flair vs. The Riott Squad (Ruby Riott, Sarah Logan, Liv Morgan)!

Seth Rollins shows up. Rollins says he and Brock Lesnar are not cut from the same cloth, and the two roads they are taking to WrestleMania could not be any different. However, there is only one road out, and it will be forged by whoever is WWE Universal Champion after their match. He admits this is a heavy burden, but he wants to carry that burden so he can become a champion who inspires people. He claims that Lesnar does not inspire people and that this match is the biggest of his career, but he did not realize until now how big it was to the fans. During a recent autograph session, every fan asked him to beat Brock Lesnar before they left the autograph table, and now he feels he has no choice but to beat Lesnar as he refuses to let Lesnar be the champion who defines the future of the industry. At WrestleMania, he will get in the ring with Lesnar with an army behind him that will make him unstoppable, and he and the fans will march through the gates of Suplex City and burn it down. Before Rollins can finish his sentence, Paul Heyman shows up and thanks Rollins for letting him know that the match at WrestleMania is now a handicap match. Heyman says he likes the odds, as the odds of Rollins winning are zero and that he is leaning on the fans for "thoughts and prayers" as the fans fail with him. He also says Rollins needs thoughts and prayers as Rollins does not have a thought in his head and not a prayer in doing so, and tells Rollins to take it personally when he and the fans lose at WrestleMania. Rollins chases Heyman up the ramp, and Heyman rolls on the stage before begging for mercy. Rollins tells Heyman he's not here to ask for prayers; instead, he's here to answer them when he takes the Universal title.



Before the next match, Samoa Joe asks Kurt Angle to forgive him, as he has forgotten his bouquet of flowers and he is not a sentimental person. He then says it will be a cold day on the wrong side of the aftermath before he lets him ride off into the sunset. He says that everyone is getting ready for WrestleMania, and he plans to do just that by putting Angle to sleep one last time.

Kurt Angle beats Samoa Joe after pinning Joe to the match by rolling to the side in order to counter the Coaquina Clutch.



We see behind-the-scenes footage Big Show on the newest episode of Happy!, which premieres this Wednesday night at 10 PM Eastern/9 PM Central on SyFy.

WWE COO Triple H shows up. He congratulates Becky Lynch, Charlotte Flair and "Rowdy" Ronda Rousey on being the main event of this year's WrestleMania, as well as every woman who has stepped through the ropes of a WWE ring. He then pulls out a letter from Batista's lawyer, which states that Batista will not be competing at WrestleMania unless he agrees to one more stipulation. After making fun of Batista's belief that Evolution did nothing for his career and that he quit due to Triple H, he then reveals the stipulation after making a reference to The Spice Girls' "Wannabe": if Batista wins, Triple H can never compete in a WWE ring again. Triple H vows to make sure Batista stands up to his commitment and make him show up, and says the only obsession he has regarding Batista is kicking his ass. He also says that if he cannot beat Batista, he has no business being in the ring anyway. Triple H then tells Batista that if he wants his career on the line, he's got it.



We hear from Elias, who is now standing next to an open guitar case full of dollar bills. Some guy walks up and steals some of the money, but Elias says he will make a lot more money at WrestleMania, where WWE will definitely stand for "Walk With Elias." The guy who stole some of Elias' money then comes back and steals the guitar case as Elias plays his guitar.

We look back on Kane hitting Pete Rose with a Tombstone Piledriver at WrestleMania 14, courtesy of Snickers.

Next week: Kurt Angle vs. Rey Mysterio! Brock Lesnar live!

Drew McIntyre beats Dean Ambrose in a Last Man Standing Match.



Here are the top ten moments from tonight's show!

Monday, March 11, 2019

Raw Deal - Raw recap for March 11, 2019

The Shield (Dean Ambrose, Seth Rollins, Roman Reigns) shows up to start tonight's show with a farewell address. Roman says that over the past few months, he has learned that life is short and not guaranteed, and if last night is truly the last ride, then he has no regrets, as he was doing what he loved in the ring with people he loved. Last week, he asked for a favor and they did not let him down; for that, he is forever grateful. He then says that if there are three men who should handle their business, it's them. Roman says he hasn't had a one-on-one match in over five months, and that he plans on remedying that tonight. He says Dean has some business - whatever it may be - but so does Seth, which leads to a "slay the beast" chant in the crowd. Roman tells the fans that this is exactly what Seth will do, as he will beat Brock Lesnar and take the WWE Universal Championship while the whole world chants "burn it down." All three men then fistbump for what is, for all intents and purposes, the last time. Dean and Roman leave, but Seth stays in the ring and stares at the WrestleMania sign. He says that last night, The Shield burned it down. Suddenly, Paul Heyman shows up and says that Brock Lesnar will conquer Seth in the main event. Seth mockingly jokes if this Brock Lesnar is the one he is thinking of, while saying that Lesnar had a hard time with "The New" Daniel Bryan, got pushed to his limit by "The Phenomenal" AJ Styles, and was nearly beaten by Finn Balor. Seth says Lesnar seems to have problems with men his size and skills, and says that he is the one suited to beat Lesnar at WrestleMania 35. He tells Heyman he has only three weeks left to run his mouth, as he is taking the Universal Championship off of Lesnar and bringing the title back to Raw every single week. Heyman is almost at a loss for words, but says there will be no beast slaying as Seth is not telling the whole story. He says Lesnar had no time to prepare for any of the opponents Seth mentioned, but Seth says Heyman is just making excuses. Heyman says Seth runs his mouth like he knows Lesnar, and if he wants him to introduce Lesnar, he will do it. We then see a video package of Brock Lesnar. Heyman says that ever since Seth won the Royal Rumble, Lesnar has had fantasies of what he will do to Seth, as he has prepared for him at the main event of WrestleMania. He then says Seth does not known Lesnar, then Seth is German suplexed out of nowhere three times...not by Lesnar, but by Shelton Benjamin.







Paul Heyman guests on commentary for the next match.

Seth Rollins beats Shelton Benjamin. During the match, Paul Heyman announces that Brock Lesnar will return to Raw next week following a mid-match phone call.



Before the next match, Bobby Lashley's face is seen on the TitanTron.

Bobby Lashley beats Finn Balor to win the WWE Intercontinental Championship! During the match, Lio Rush suddenly shows up, ringing the ring bell and distracting Finn Balor. This allows Lashley to hit Finn Balor with a Spear in mid-air to take back the Intercontinental title.



Backstage, Charly Caruso interviews Baron Corbin. Corbin is once again confronted with his comments about Roman Reigns one week after Reigns announced he is battling leukemia again. He says he will not walk around worrying about other people's feelings, and says there is no way that Roman is 100% and that he will be exposed. He says that Roman dropped the ball and he has carried it ever since, and that he will "housetrain The Big Dog."

"Rowdy" Ronda Rousey shows up. She tells the fans to take their applause and shove it and that she doesn't care what the "bandwagon bitches" think. She calls Becky Lynch a coward, and says that she has come to embarrass Becky and Charlotte Flair at WrestleMania. Ronda says she got Becky to win by disqualification so she can embarrass them both at WrestleMania, and that WWE has her permission to make their match a 2-on-1 handicap match, as she will walk through both of them. She says that all of this is a joke. Dana Brooke shows up and says she has heard enough, and that she has nothing left to lose. She refuses to let Ronda disrespect WWE, the fans or the women's locker room. She admits she is not a big-time fighter, but she loves the business and she has worked her tail off to be here, win the locker room's respect and prove she belongs here. Each week, she fights for a chance, but doesn't get the time of day, let alone a match. She may not be on TV or be a household name like Ronda, but all she wants is just the chance. She mentions Ronda's post-pay-per-view open challenge, and says that she accepts. Ronda immediately attacks her and lays her out, and referees have to rush into the ring to restore order before Ronda can break Dana's arm. Ronda smacks one of the referees in the face, then leaves.



Aleister Black and Ricochet beat Bobby Roode and Chad Gable. After the match, The Revival (Scott Dawson and Dash Wilder) attack Aleister and Ricochet from behind on the stage.



We see some photos of WWE Superstars at the Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh.

It's time for A Moment of Bliss. Alexa Bliss says everyone been talking about her scoop, and asks who will host WrestleMania this year. She says that this year's host is bigger than any reality show, more electrifying and has more power of positivity than past hosts: herself. Alexa says it is such an honor for the fans to host WrestleMania this year, because the show will be hosted by the biggest star of all.



Backstage, Charly Caruso interviews Brawn Strowman. Strowman tells Colin Jost to stay away from him, and says he enjoyed lifting Colin Jost up by his neck. Suddenly, a backstage hand shows up and tells him his car is ready. Strowman says "What car?"

After the commercial break, Strowman finds out he has been gifted a red sports car courtesy of Colin Jost the cast of Saturday Night Live via a "comedic" letter. Strowman tears out the driver's side door before tearing out the driver's seat, the hood and the front bumper while smashing the front windshield. He tells the backstage hand to give Colin and Michael Che a piece of the car, and that next time he sees them, they will get these hands.



Elias is in the ring. He says that he has come back a hero, then proceeds to play guitar. He then says it is a miracle that he is such a success, because if you are born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, you are an enormous waste of life, and when he shows up in Pittsburgh, he is reminded of how miserable its people are. He says that miserable people hold great people back and that he gave this bit of advice to "his good friend" Antonio Brown as he told him to force a trade and get out of town, and says Brown "looks good in black and silver." Suddenly, No Way Jose and his conga line show up, but Elias attacks No Way Jose as he dances his way to the ring before attacking a member of the conga line. It is not long before Elias hits Drift Away on Jose on the entrance ramp.



It is announced that Harlem Heat (Booker T and Stevie Ray) are being inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame Class of 2019.



Lacey Evans shows up, heads to the commentary table and is then interrupted by Nia Jax and Tamina. Tamina and Nia Jax wave Lacey Evans off as they head to the ring while Lacey heads to the back.

Before the next match, Natalya says she has been thinking about who has her back these days since last night, and while she does not trust Nia and Tamina, she trusts her best friend: Beth Phoenix, who accompanies Natalya to the ring.

Nia Jax beats Natalya by disqualification after Beth Phoenix gets in the ring and beats up Nia Jax. Tamina gets in the ring after the match, but Beth overpowers her. Backstage, Nia and Tamina are suddenly brawling with Sasha Banks and Bayley, and referees and officials have to break up the brouhaha.



Batista is seen arriving at the arena.

WWE COO Triple H shows up. Batista shows up shortly afterwards. He stands on the stage, and his personal security detail shows up to stand between him and Triple H. Triple H asks Batista if he will stand on the ring like a nosering model or if he will get in the ring and face him like a man, then asks if the security is to protect him. Batista says the security is here because he is not stupid. He says he learned and paid attention from two of the dirtiest players in the game: Triple H and "The Nature Boy" Ric Flair." He then says security is there for his protection, then asks where Triple H's sledgehammer is before saying Triple H underestimates him. He says that he is in control, and demands that Triple H give him what he wants. Triple H tells Batista he will not give him anything after quitting and walking away just because he is a big Hollywood star. He then says that he will do it his way: leave the ring, walk up the ramp, tear through Batista's security and beat his ass. Batista says that isn't happening, and says that by the time Triple H gets to the stage, he will be long gone. He then says he quit so he could get as far away from Triple H as he could after being held back, looked down upon and shut out. He says that he will get what he wants or he will hurt the people he loves, but Triple H says the only Batista will get is a beating. Triple H tells Batista to get in the ring and face him like a man again. Batista says Triple H wants to hurt him so bad he can feel it, and says he cannot give him what he wants because he is not in control. Triple H says he will get the beating of his life and nothing more, but Batista wants Triple H at WrestleMania. Triple H says if that is what Batista wants, then he's got it. Batista thanks Triple H, saying all he ever wanted is one last match to end his career on his terms, which happens to be ending Triple H's career on his terms. He tells Triple H he will see him at WrestleMania. Triple H tells Batista he will indeed see him, and tells Batista to scrap up what is left of "The Animal," because at WrestleMania, it may be on Batista's terms, but the end will be on his, because the match will be no holds barred.



Kurt Angle shows up. He talks about how he left Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 23 years ago to go to the Olympics and win with a broken neck, then went to the WWE and defeated every Hall of Famer the company had to offer for the last 20 years. He considers Pittsburgh his home, and he announces that at WrestleMania, he will compete in his farewell match. He thanks the locker room, the company and the fans for giving him the time of his life, and says it is only right to have one more match in Pittsburgh tonight.



Kurt Angle beats Apollo Crews after rolling away from a top rope frog splash. Both men show respect after the match.



Drew McIntyre attacks Roman Reigns from behind before the next match begins. After two Claymore Kicks - one of them sending Roman's face into the ring post - Roman is stunned. Medical staff checks on Roman, and Seth Rollins comes out to check on Roman. Seth and Roman walk to the back together.

Backstage, Dean Ambrose and Seth Rollins walk Roman Reigns to the trainer's room. Seth follows Roman into the trainer's room, and Dean heads to the ring. He runs into WWE COO Triple H, and says he wants Drew McIntyre with no disqualifications, no count-outs and falls counting anywhere. Triple H says he's got it.

Before the next match, Drew McIntyre asks Dean Ambrose if he will take his beating like a man or squeal like Roman Reigns. Ambrose runs at McIntyre, starting the next match early.



Drew McIntyre beats Dean Ambrose in a Falls Count Anywhere Match. After the match, Ambrose tries to get back up, but McIntyre lays him out to end the show.



Here are the top ten moments for tonight's show!

Monday, March 4, 2019

Raw Deal - Raw recap for March 4, 2019

Roman Reigns shows up to start tonight's show. Roman says that last week was the comeback, and that this week, he and the fans take the yard back. He says that he has thought about his future and what he wants, and right now, he wants Seth Rollins in the ring. Roman asks Seth to come to the ring, and Seth shows up. Seth says that seeing Roman coming to the ring last week having won the fight of his life was one of the best moments of his own career, and made him feel like he could do anything. He says that he plans to take the inspiration and motivation to beat Brock Lesnar for the WWE Universal Championship and bring it back to Raw, but he also knows where Roman's head is at. Having had a title and being forced to vacate it, Seth knows that Roman is deserving of a match against Lesnar for the Universal title, and asks to talk about it. Roman says that while he was gone, one person watched over this place, kept it in line and knew what was best, and it was Seth. He says nobody has more confidence in Seth than him, as he knows Seth has what it takes. Roman then wishes Seth good luck at WrestleMania, then asks for a favor: he wants to get The Shield (Dean Ambrose, Seth Rollins, Roman Reigns) back together one more time. Roman then wishes Seth good luck at WrestleMania, then asks for a favor: he wants to get The Shield back together one more time. He says that life is not guaranteed and family is most important, and he wants some memories as part of The Shield before The Shield cannot be a thing anymore. Seth says he has put The Shield behind him, but that Roman is also right, and that life is too short and nothing is guaranteed. He says that is Roman wants it, he's got it. Roman then asks Dean Ambrose to come to the ring. Dean Ambrose shows up, but before he can say anything, Elias shows up and hits Dean from behind with a guitar. Seth and Roman chase Elias to the back before checking on Dean. When Dean gets back up, he pushes Seth away before heading to the back.



Backstage, Charly Caruso interviews Drew McIntyre, who is surrounded by Bobby Lashley, Baron Corbin and Lio Rush. McIntyre says he broke The Shield (Dean Ambrose, Seth Rollins, Roman Reigns) months ago, and says this reunion makes him sick. Corbin says that the three of them will win tonight and show where today's power lies, and that it is not with Braun Strowman. Lashley says that Finn Balor is on borrowed time with the Intercontinental Championship, and Corbin says that Kurt Angle cannot hang with the wrestlers of today.

Drew McIntyre, Bobby Lashley and Baron Corbin beat Finn Balor, Kurt Angle and Braun Strowman. After the match, Angle, Corbin and Lashley continue to attack Kurt Angle and Finn Balor, and send Angle into one set of steel steps before choke slamming Finn Balor into another.



Backstage, Charly Caruso interviews Heavy Machinery (Tucker and Otis). We see some footage of the rest of the Raw tag team division talking about Heavy Machinery in the locker room, with The Ascension (Konnor and Viktor) continuing to mock Otis. Otis says his feelings are hurt, but Tucker says that if the rest of the tag team division feels that way, he will make it right and show the world how Otis hurts those who hurts his feelings.

Natalya beats Ruby Riott after reversing an inside cradle into one of her own. After the match, Lacey Evans shows up, walks down the ramp, poses, then walks back up the ramp and heads back to the back.



Backstage, Stephanie McMahon is met by Michael Che and Colin Jost of Saturday Night Live, who are the special guest correspondents for WrestleMania 35.



WWE COO Triple H shows up. Before he speaks, we see an Instagram video from Batista, saying he is not at Raw tonight because he does not like Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and that the game will be played by his rules, as he says that the game is over. Triple H says he had an opportunity to bring out of the greatest men in the history of the business for the fans and sing his praises after spending years on the road with him through the best and worst of times. He also talks about "The Nature Boy" Ric Flair's hospital scare from last year and how he dreaded picking up the phone and hearing he was no longer living. After saying that he wanted to bring out Ric Flair one more time to let him be "The Nature Boy" one last time, he then says that Batista wanted his attention, then calls Batista a quitter for leaving when he did not get his way before calling him out for attacking Flair. He then says he does not care what Batista wants to do or how Batista wants to do it, for he will come to him if he has to and he will be waiting for him, and all Batista has to do is show up. Triple H then says that this is for real, and when Batista stands face-to-face to him, he will be looking at the real him, not the character. He says that if Batista wants his attention, he's got it.



Backstage, Charly Caruso interviews Stephanie McMahon, who says Charlotte Flair is being a bit presumptuous about being the new queen and that "Rowdy" Ronda Rousey has committed "an act of blasphemy" with the WWE Raw Women's Championship. Stephanie then announces that Becky Lynch is no longer suspended and that all charges against her are dopped, and that she has been invited to the arena to sign a hold harmless agreement should something happen to her in Becky Lynch vs. Charlotte Flair for the WWE Raw Women's Championship at WrestleMania, as she is not at 100%.



Backstage, Dean Ambrose is met by Roman Reigns, but Ambrose is focused on his match tonight.

Heavy Machinery (Tucker and Otis) beats The B-Team (Bo Dallas and Curtis Axel), The Ascension (Konnor and Viktor) and the team of Zack Ryder and Curt Hawkins in a tag team gauntlet match.







We see an interview with Brie Larson for Captain Marvel, in theaters this Friday.

Next week: a face-to-face meeting between WWE COO Triple H and Batista!

Backstage, Michael Che and Colin Jost meet EC3, take a selfie with Titus O'Neil and meet No Way Jose and his conga line.



It is announced that Torrie Wilson is being inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame Class of 2019.



Backstage, Charly Caruso interviews Charlotte Flair, who says that Becky Lynch will sign on the dotted line, as she is arrogant and thinks she will be the next champion. She then says Becky does not compare to her. She says that Becky was crushed when she was suspended, but after she is done with her, Becky will be on the shelf for good, as she is a one-legged competitor in an ass-kicking contest and the fans will bask in her glory when she wins.

Backstage, Seth Rollins talks with Dean Ambrose, who tells Dean that they have been and always will be brothers, and that they have only one shot to do things the right way. Dean tells Seth that he is pre-occupied right now and that he has business to tend to in the ring right now, and that he has to do it on his own.

Elias is in the ring. He performs a song where he mocks Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and all their sports teams. This continues until Dean Ambrose shows up for the next match.



Elias beats Dean Ambrose after Dean's back gives out. After the match, Seth Rollins and Roman Reigns show up. After the commercial break, Seth and Roman get in the ring with Dean, who leaves through the crowd without entertaining the idea of a Shield reunion. Before Dean fully leaves, however, Baron Corbin, Drew McIntyre and Bobby Lashley show up. Corbin tells Seth and Roman to give it up, and Drew says The Shield are just three stray dogs fighting for scraps on their table. McIntyre says that Seth and Roman are pathetic and undeserving of a six-man tag match at WrestleMania, and that they will end this now. McIntyre, Corbin and Lashley then surround the ring. Dean runs back out of the crowd and into the ring to make the save for Seth and Roman, and with his help, McIntyre, Lashley and Corbin are overpowered. Dean then joins in Seth and Roman's fist bump, confirming a Shield reunion.





The Shield (Dean Ambrose, Seth Rollins, Roman Reigns) vs. Drew McIntyre, Baron Corbin and Bobby Lashley is now official for Fastlane.

Tamina beast Sasha Banks with the distraction from Nia Jax.



Backstage, Colin Jost comes face to Braun Strowman as Michael Che goes to the bathroom, then gets hoisted up against a wall when he asks Strowman if anything that he does is real.

The Lovering family are the recipients of the Cricket Seat Upgrade.

Backstage, Braun Strowman lets go of Colin Jost at the behest of Michael Che and officials, then tells Colin he will see him at WrestleMania.



Backstage, Charly Caruso interviews Aleister Black and Ricochet. Aleister says people fear what they can't comprehend, and that their actions will prove they belong. Ricochet say they are ready, and with the Raw tag team titles on the line tonight, they are ready to fly even higher.

The Revival (Scott Dawson and Dash Wilder) retain the WWE Raw Tag Team Championships against Ricochet and Aleister Black by disqualification. During the match, Bobby Roode and Chad Gable show up, and they attack Dash Wilder when he is taken out of the ring. After the match, Roode and Gable have an argument with Ricochet and Aleister in the ring that turns into a brawl where Ricochet and Aleister quickly come out on top.



WWE Chronicle: Roman Reigns premieres on WWE Network immediately after Raw.

WWE celebrates Women's History Month by recognizing Alexa Bliss and her efforts in the organization Girl Up.

Stephanie McMahon shows up with the WWE Raw Women's Championship and the hold harmless agreement. She says anything can happen on the road to WrestleMania, such as the return of Roman Reigns and the reformation of The Shield (Dean Ambrose, Seth Rollins, Roman Reigns), or "Rowdy" Ronda Rousey vacating the Raw Women's title weeks before WrestleMania. Stephanie then brings out Charlotte Flair, who shows up, followed by Becky Lynch, who also shows up. Stephanie asks Becky Lynch to sign the hold harmless agreement, and Charlotte tells Becky to sign it unless she wants to hand the Raw Women's title over to her. Becky says she beat Charlotte before on one good leg, and they can go at it again. Stephanie stops Becky, asking her to sign the agreement so the two of them can go at it at Fastlane. Becky signs, then "Rowdy" Ronda Rousey is seen entering the arena and heading to the ring. After the commercial break, Ronda makes her way to the ring. Stephanie says Ronda had no title, but Ronda says she did not vacate anything and asks for Becky to be included, not herself to be excluded. She asks for the Raw Women's title back, and gets it. Stephanie says Charlotte vs. Becky at Fastlane is still on. If Becky loses, she is done; if Becky wins, the Raw Women's title match at WrestleMania will be a Triple Threat Match with Becky included. Ronda tells Stephanie that she values money and pride over anything else, and says she did everything she possibly could to respect the business. She says she is done pretending to be an entertainer, then beats up Becky and Charlotte. Ronda gets Becky in an armbar as Charlotte gets out of the ring, then Ronda proceeds to attack Becky. As Ronda goes for another armbar, Charlotte tries to get back into the ring but is seen by Ronda. Ronda then puts Becky in a third armbar, then raises up the Raw Women's title up. Backstage, Charly Caruso interviews Stephanie McMahon, who says that "Rowdy" Ronda Rousey just showed her true colors and proved she is the animal she said she was. She says she cannot wait to see what happens at WrestleMania, as Ronda will get what is coming to her. She says there will be one hell of a Raw Women's title match at WrestleMania, and that there will be a lot to think about before next week's Raw.





Here are the top ten moments from tonight's show!

Monday, February 25, 2019

Raw Deal - Raw recap for February 25, 2019

The cold open starts with Roman Reigns' announcement from October that his leukemia has returned.

Roman Reigns shows up for the first time since October to start tonight's show. Instead of the usual boos and jeers, however, Roman Reigns is received with a standing ovation. Roman Reigns gives high-fives to everyone in the front row. Afterwards, Roman enters the ring. The crowd chants "Welcome back!," then Roman thanks the fans. Roman admits that he has missed the fans, as there is no other job or fanbase like the WWE. The crowd responds by chanting "This is your yard!" Roman says this used to be his yard, but now "this is our yard." He says he is a man of faith and always believed in God and that God has looked out for him, but before his October announcement, he was scared, insecure and had no idea if he wanted to make the announcement. Roman admits he had no idea how the fans would react, and by the time he got home, the outreach was enormous. He says the amount of thoughts, blessings and prayers has been overwhelming, and he thanks the fans for that. It was not just WWE fans, but everyone who was sending love and support, and says that it was so big "God's inbox was full." He says he can do anything with the amount of support and love everyone has given him. He says that the support gave him new life and new purpose beyond leaving his mark in WWE, and says he wants to raise awareness to those in need just like he was. He then thanks the crowd once again for all their support.





Aleister Black and Ricochet beat The Revival (Scott Dawson and Dash Wilder).



Backstage, Charly Caruso interviews Baron Corbin, who initally denies saying anything insulting about Roman Reigns and his battle with leukemia, then blames his stress at the time for his comments and says nobody can understand what he was going through. After being questioned He hopes that his and Roman's paths do not cross, for Roman's sake.



Celebrities send birthday well-wishes to "The Nature Boy" Ric Flair.



Elias is in the ring. He is interrupted by Lacey Evans walking down and then up the ramp before he can say absolutely anything. Elias tries to say something again, but he is interrupted by Dean Ambrose. Ambrose says all the celebration has got him in a festive mood, and tonight, he feels good and positivity is running through his veins. He wants a rematch with Drew McIntyre, and he wants it to be a no-disqualification match. Elias then plays his guitar, and says he should be on his second standing ovation by now before passive-aggressively mocking Atlanta, Georgia. Ambrose asks Elias about what he knows on guitar, then Elias goes for a cheap guitar shot before getting hit with Dirty Deeds.



"Rowdy" Ronda Rousey and Natalya vs. The Riott Squad (Ruby Riott and Sarah Logan) ends with Becky Lynch showing up, attacking a security guard and then attacking Natalya. Security, officials and referees all have to keep Ronda and Becky apart as Ronda gets some hits in on Becky, and police eventually show up and arrest Becky while officials have to keep Ronda away from Becky, who is handcuffed as she is taken to the back.



After the commercial break, officials help Natalya and "Rowdy" Ronda Rousey to the back, but Ronda returns to the ring and calls out WWE Chairman Vince McMahon, saying it is time to end it between herself and Becky. Stephanie McMahon shows up, and "Rowdy" Ronda Rousey demands that Becky Lynch be reinstated. Stephanie says that Becky has been arrested and charged, and while Ronda wants the charges dropped, Stephanie says it is not that simple. Stephanie says that Becky is unprofessional and that she is a victim of her own actions, but Ronda tells her that a reinstated Becky is what she, the fans and the "ginger douche in cuffs" wants. She also asks Stephanie to think about what this would mean for her three daughters, but Stephanie says it is "a hard no." Stephanie tries to leave, but Ronda gets in her way and demands that Becky be reinstated. Stephanie goes on to say that Becky and Ronda are disrespectful and cut from the same cloth, but Ronda says she has bled enough to be set for life after the UFC, and says that if Vince makes the tough decisions, then it is time to make the right decision. Ronda then leaves the WWE Raw Women's Championship, which she says has been made into a gaudy accessory that has been made to be defended against "the chosen," on the canvas of the ring before storming off to the back.



Jinder Mahal is in the ring with The Singh Brothers (Samir and Sunil Singh). Jinder asks what "The Nature Boy" Ric Flair has ever accomplished, and says that he was not invited to Flair's birthday party and that you cannot have a celebration without him. He announces that he has challenged any wrestler who has been invited to the party, saying that the party is officially over. The challenge is answered by Kurt Angle.

Kurt Angle beats Jinder Mahal with the ankle lock. After the match, The Singh Brothers (Samir and Sunil Singh) - who were knocked off the ring apron near the end of the match - get German Suplexed.



It is announced that Nikki Bella has won the Women's Image Award for Best Actress in a Reality Series for Total Bellas.

It's time for A Moment Of Bliss. Tonight's special guest is Finn Balor. She tells "Rowdy" Ronda Rousey not to let the door hit her on the way out and says she would not disrespect a women's title like Ronda did. After saying that she is waiting in the wings in case the McMahon family need her for a WrestleMania match, Alexa introduces Finn Balor. As Alexa tries to get Finn Balor to show off his abs, Lio Rush shows up and says the whole talk show is a sham and that Bobby Lashley deserves to be Intercontinental Champion, not Balor. Finn says that Bobby Lashley knows where to find him if he wants a title rematch, but Lio Rush says he will get Lashley - who is preparing for Braun Strowman - his rematch even if he has to pry the title from Finn Balor himself. Finn takes that as Lio Rush challenging him for the Intercontinental Championship, and while Lio tries to backpedal, Finn says that should happen tonight and Alexa questions if Lio Rush thinks he isn't man enough to get the job done. Lio Rush reluctantly accepts the challenge and says he will go to the back to prepare, but Alexa says the match is right now. Lio Rush then asks for a proper entrance, but Finn's music plays before Lio can get in the ring.



Despite hurting one of his knees during the match, Finn Balor retains the WWE Intercontinental Championship against Lio Rush.



Backstage, Tucker is met by The Ascension (Konnor and Viktor), who proceed to mock Otis. Tucker warns them that Otis has a nasty temper and does not like being made fun of. Otis shows up, Tucker tells him what The Ascension said, and Otis blows The Ascension away.



Before the next match, Bobby Lashley chews out Lio Rush, then asks Lio he can trust him before they head out to the ring.



Bobby Lashley vs. Braun Strowman ends before it can begin after Strowman decimates both Lashley and Lio Rush before the bell can ring.



Backstage, Charly Caruso interviews Seth Rollins, who says that tonight is a great night and that he is walking out of WrestleMania as Universal Champion. However, all that is secondary tonight, as Roman Reigns is back and tonight is all about love and celebration.



"The Nature Boy" Ric Flair is seen coming out of a limousine backstage.

WWE looks back on the final hours of Martin Luther King Jr.'s final hours as part of Black History Month.





Drew McIntyre beats Dean Ambrose in a no-disqualification match after Elias shows up and hits Ambrose in the back with his guitar. After the match, Baron Corbin and Bobby Lashley show up, then they and Elias team up with McIntyre and take the boots to Ambrose before having their way with him. Suddenly, Seth Rollins shows up with a steel chair, and Roman Reigns tags along. Roman and Rollins then lay waste to Corbin, Lashley, Elias and McIntyre.



Bayley beats Nia Jax after Bayley kicks Nia's hand off of Sasha Banks and Sasha sends Tamina into the guardrail. Before the match, it is announced that Bayley and Sasha Banks will defend the WWE Women's Tag Team Championships against Nia Jax and Tamina at Fastlane.



The WWE Superstars are on the stage as WWE COO Triple H and Stephanie McMahon show up. Triple H says that with Mondays being as hectic as they usually are, tonight was definitely one hectic night, but none of tonight's happening pale in comparison to "The Nature Boy" Ric Flair's 70th birthday celebration. Stephanie introduces "The Heartbreak Kid" Shawn Michaels, Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat, Kurt Angle and Sting as special invited guests. Triple H says a lot of good things have been said about Ric Flair and that there is not much more to add, then a video package of Ric Flair's career and his influence transcending wrestling is played. After a specially-made World Heavyweight Championship with special side plates commemorating all of Flair's reigns with the title is unveiled, "The Nature Boy" Ric Flair is introduced, but fails to show. Suddenly, someone is seen dragging a cameraman to Ric Flair's locker room, then pulling a laid-out Flair out of the room. That person is none other than Batista, who asks Triple H if he has his attention. Triple H runs to the back and finds Ric Flair, and medical attention is called for Flair to end the show.



Here are the top 10 moments from tonight's show!

Monday, February 11, 2019

Raw Deal - Raw recap for February 11, 2019

WWE COO Triple H and Stephanie McMahon are in the ring to start tonight's show. The Elimination Chamber matches for the WWE Women's Tag Team Championships and the WWE Championships are brought up, as well as "Rowdy" Ronda Rousey's WWE Raw Women's Championship defense against Ruby Riott at Elimination Chamber. After a video recap of Becky Lynch's actions from last week, Stephanie McMahon says WWE will do what is best for business and give the fans what he wants, and as she mentions that Becky Lynch has seen the doctors, Becky Lynch shows up. After some Becky Lynch banter, Triple H apologizes for crossing the line when he accused her of manufacturing an injury, and mentions that the WWE doctors have mentioned that her knee is fine and she will be cleared after some rehab. Becky's suspension is lifted, and her WrestleMania match is still on. Stephanie mentions this could be the greatest match in WrestleMania history, but it will only happen if and only if she apologizes to them. Becky tells Stephanie and Triple H that she does not trust them or their family, and that the McMahons have screwed people over for decades. She says nobody will steal her moment, and she will fight for her moment or anything in general. Triple H tells her to calm down, but Becky tells Triple H to take his apology and shove it up his ass. Stephanie confronts Becky, but Triple H stops the intense verbal argument and tells Becky this is not the hill she wants to die on. He then asks her if she wants to fight at WrestleMania or throw her opportunity away, and gives her a choice between the two, telling her that she has until the end of the night to decide.



Nia Jax and Tamina beats Sasha Banks and Bayley and The Riott Squad (Liv Morgan and Sarah Logan) in a Triple Threat Tag Team Match after Nia Jax pins Bayley. As per pre-match stipulation, Sasha Banks and Bayley have to enter their Elimination Chamber match first. During the match, Ruby Riott injures Sasha Banks after shoving her into the barricade, causing Sasha Banks to be helped to the back by medical staff.



Elias is in the ring. He is about to perform when Becky Lynch is seen on the TitanTron. Finn Balor tells her he knows a bit about pride, and tells her not to let get pride get the better of her. We then see a video package for Seth Rollins after Elias plays his guitar again. After Elias is introduced a third time, he is interrupted by The Lucha House Party (Kalisto, Gran Metalik, Lince Dorado). After the commercial break, Elias becomes furious with The Lucha House Party, saying he is the biggest musical act on the face of the planet and that the only thing worse than being constantly interrupted is not being nominated for a Grammy. Kalisto says that The Lucha House Party loves to entertain the fans, but tonight, they are walking with Elias. Elias performs the song that he has written for tonight, where he makes fun of Grand Rapids, South Dakota. After Elias asks The Lucha House Party what they think, The Lucha House party agree with the audience when they say Elias sucks, then Elias says there is nobody like him and asks if any of them can do better. Kalisto takes the challenge, and Elias hands him the guitar. Kalisto plays a few notes, and Elias is impressed to the point that he proposes they do a duet. It soon becomes a front for Elias to hit Kalisto in the back with his other guitar and run all the way to the stage. Afterwards, Bobby Lashley and Lio Rush show up to watch the next match from ringside.







We hear from Sonya Deville and Mandy Rose, who say that they have been in plenty of first and that it makes sense that they become the first Women's Tag champions after having been through so much together.

WWE Superstars learn about the march on Washington as part of Black History Month.



Finn Balor beats Drew McIntyre by disqualification after Lashley pushes Finn Balor off the top rope. After the match, Lashley continues to attack Finn Balor with the help of Drew McIntyre, who is about to bring some steel steps into the equation when Kurt Angle runs in to fight McIntyre and Lashley. Angle manages to fend them both off and lock Lio Rush in an ankle lock, but he is soon attacked from behind by Baron Corbin. As McIntyre, Corbin and Lashley gang up on Angle, Braun Strowman runs out and easily overpowers McIntyre and Lashley before getting in the ring with Corbin. Corbin and Strowman brawl, and McIntyre has to save Corbin from a running powerslam. Strowman stands tall in the ring with Angle and Finn Balor.



Bobby Lashley, Drew McIntyre and Baron Corbin beat Finn Balor, Kurt Angle and Braun Strowman...almost. Referee Chad Patton shows up afterwards and tells referee John Cone that Finn Balor's foot was on the bottom rope, and the match is restarted. Finn Balor, Kurt Angle and Braun Strowman get the win with Strowman hitting Lashley with a running powerslam followed by Finn Balor hitting Lashley with the Coup De Grace.



We hear from Kevin Owens at a bowling alley, who says he has been spending time with family before getting back on the road. He has also been paying attention to Raw, and says it is very tough to watch other people do what he does best. He announces that he will return in one more month, then bowls a gutter ball.



Backstage, Charly Caruso interviews Becky Lynch, who says "It's none of your damn business" when asked what she will have to tell the fans if she throws her WrestleMania opportunity away.

Ruby Riott beats Nikki Cross. Backstage during the match, "Rowdy" Ronda Rousey asks Becky Lynch what is more important: their match, or stroking her ego. She then tells Becky to apologize even if she doesn't mean it, or else she will prove she is too much of a coward to face her at WrestleMania.



We get a closer look at Rey Mysterio, courtesy of Golden Corral.

Seth Rollins shows up. He says that the last twelve months have been quite a ride, and that he has been glad to share it with the fans, as he has finally started to feel like himself and ride the momentum all the way to Royal Rumble. After winning the men's Royal Rumble match, however, the bottom dropped out thanks to Brock Lesnar and six F-5's, and while he is in pain, he is still here. If he can still stand, he can fight; if he can still fight, he can stomp; if he can stomp, he can beat Brock Lesnar. Suddenly, Paul Heyman shows up. Heyman announces that while Lesnar is not here tonight, he is educated the masses and to educate Rollins, claiming that not all men are created equal and that while Rollins is a great athlete, Lesnar is a beast and a career killer. He warns Rollins that if he enters WrestleMania with the mindset that it might be his last match, he will be on a suicide mission and become the architect of his own demise. Rollins tells Heyman he is right, but that he does not seem to understand that he doesn't care. He says that Lesnar has held the business hostage for two long years and he will not stand for it anymore. He says that he does not care if WrestleMania is a suicide mission, for he will become a martyr, sacrifice himself and burn in Hell if Lesnar leaves Universal Champion, and tells him that this is not a prediction; it is a spoiler. After Heyman leaves, Dean Ambrose shows up. Rollins hands him the microphone, and Ambrose simply tells Rollins "Slay The Beast." He then leaves and sits down near the timekeeper's area.



We hear from The IIconics (Billie Kay and Peyton Royce), who say that the WWE Women's Tag Team Championships would be full circle after everything they have done together.

Dean Ambrose beats EC3 with an inside cradle.



Backstage, Becky Lynch is met by Alexa Bliss, who tells Becky that if she apologizes, she will show weakness. She admits the women's division looks up to her and wants to be more like her. Becky thinks this has everything to do with Alexa wanting her spot in WrestleMania, but Alexa wants her to be true to herself. Alexa sarcastically tells her to go ahead and apologize, saying she will sell out. Becky says that if she apologizes, the only thing she will sell out is WrestleMania.

The Revival (Scott Dawson and Dash Wilder) beat Bobby Roode and Chad Gable to become the WWE Raw Tag Team Champions! After the match, Charly Caruso interviews The Revival. They say that they are the best tag team on the planet and that nobody is as good as they are.





Becky Lynch shows up, followed by WWE COO Triple H and Stephanie McMahon. Triple H and Stephanie McMahon ask Becky what her choice is, and Triple H asks Becky to shut the fans out and to decide for herself. Becky feels Triple H and Stephanie McMahon don't want her nowhere near WrestleMania, and says she has received advice from others, but in the end, she apologizes. Becky then makes it clear that nobody will steal her moment from her. Triple H and Stephanie shake hands with Becky, who is surprised that this was all there is. Triple H and Stephanie leave, then Becky namedrops "Rowdy" Ronda Rousey. Ronda shows up and meets Becky Lynch in the ring. Before much can happen, WWE Chairman Vince McMahon shows up and while he agrees with Stephanie that Becky vs. Ronda could be a great match, Becky thinks she is bigger than WWE. He says that he does not like bad attitudes, and suspends Becky for sixty days, with the suspension ending five days after WrestleMania. Vince then replaces Becky with someone of that Vince says knows their lane and stays in it - Charlotte Flair, who shows up - then tells Ronda to get used to it and says that Charlotte Flair will become champion at WrestleMania to end the show.



Here are the top ten moments from tonight's show!

Monday, February 4, 2019

Raw Deal - Raw recap for February 4, 2019

Stephanie McMahon welcomes everyone to tonight's show, then Becky Lynch shows up. Becky is seen sporting a brace on her left knee as she approaches the ring. After a replay of Becky's meeting with "Rowdy" Ronda Rousey from last week, Becky says she has a lot of reasons to be smiling after the past few weeks, then says she is fine when asked about the knee brace. Stephanie mentions that Becky has refused medical help since Royal Rumble, and Becky says that no doctors are coming near her. Stephanie admits Becky is tough, but she cannot let her physically compete if she is not cleared by medical staff. Becky tells Stephanie that she is the glitch in her plan and the one thing she didn't plan for, but here she is. She says that Stephanie knows nothing of struggle and is just another "daddy's girl" who is trying to stop her from fighting for everything. She says she rose up and earned her way, and nobody will stop her. Stephanie tells Becky that this can be a liability, and all she has to do is see the doctor to get cleared unless the knee is worse than she is letting on. She tells Becky that everyone wants to see her beat Ronda, but she has to get cleared. Becky tells Stephanie she will not take her moment from her, but Stephanie says she will suspended until she sees the doctor. Becky tells Stephanie she will not be responsible for what happens if she suspends her, but Stephanie suspends her anyway. This leads to Becky attacking Stephanie, but her knee gives out on the Dis-Arm-Her. Officials and security try to grab hold of Becky, but Becky manages to escape them and get after Stephanie again. This stops when Becky's knee gives out on her again.



Backstage, Becky Lynch is met by "Rowdy" Ronda Rousey, who tells her that she tests the limit of her professionalism every time they meet, and tells her that beating Stephanie McMahon up and getting suspended did nothing and was unprofessional. She tells her to rest up until WrestleMania, when she can finally take her beating. After that, Becky is escorted out of the arena.



"Rowdy" Ronda Rousey beats Liv Morgan with an arm bar. After the match, Ronda takes the microphone and asks who else has a problem with her. Sarah Logan gets in the ring with Ronda, starting another match.



"Rowdy" Ronda Rousey beats Sarah Logan with an arm bar. After the match, Ruby Riott gets on the apron, but soon backs off. Backstage, Dasha Fuentes interviews Ruby Riott, who says she did not run away and that she will beat Ronda Rousey. Right now, Liv Morgan and Sarah Logan need her and there is a bond between The Riott Squad that Ronda knows nothing about, and Ronda can wait.



Backstage, Charly Caruso interviews Sasha Banks and Bayley. Bayley says that all that matters is that they both pushed "Rowdy" Ronda Rousey to their limits individually, but tonight, they are the best and tonight is about teams. After Sasha Banks says that they will be making history again, Alicia Fox tells them that they won't make it, and Nikki Cross tells them that not only did Alicia Fox want to play, but that chaos is fair.



The Revival (Scott Dawson and Dash Wilder) beat The B-Team (Bo Dallas and Curtis Axel), Heavy Machinery (Tucker Knight and Otis Dozovic) and The Lucha House Party (Kalisto and Gran Metalik) in a Four Corners Tag Team Match to earn a shot at the WWE Raw Tag Team Championships.



Backstage, Curt Hawkins tells Zack Ryder that they will not work out as a team, as he has lost 250 matches over more than two years, then Zack mentions his name being spelled on television with an H inadvertently last week. Zack says he is a loser just like Hawkins and cannot be brought any lower, but they were signed together and were tag team champions together, and he plans to end his losing streak together.



Kurt Angle shakes hands with Mickie James and Apollo Crews backstage on the way to the ring.

Kurt Angle shows up. He mentions the 3 I's, and says he has lived his life through them for the past 20 years and accomplished everything he ever wanted to accomplished, from the WWF European Championship to the WWE Hall of Fame. However, the 3 I's became the 3 D's - doubt, defeat and depression - and his last few matches have not went his way. He wanted to prove he still had it and shut the critics up for good. In his career, he beat them all and won the Olympics with a "broken freakin' neck." However, there is one opponent he cannot beat: Father Time. Suddenly, Baron Corbin shows up. He mocks Angle, saying that he is fishing for sympathy and that he brought it on himself, and that Angle is now a broken-down shadow of a man. Angle reminds Corbin he can break his ankle in two, and dares Corbin to come to the ring so he can show him. Suddenly, Drew McIntyre shows up. McIntyre tells Angle he just cannot help himself, as one minute he has accepted his fate and two minute later he threatens to break the ankle of the man who took his job and recently beat him last week. He says that people used to look in Angle's eyes and see a warrior, but in his recent match with him, all he saw was fear when he made him tap to his own ankle lock, and says that Angle will keep showing up until someone does something drastic. Drew tells the fans to get their cameras ready, for this is the last time Angle will be in a WWE ring when he and Corbin put him out for good. Corbin and McIntyre surround the ring, but Braun Strowman suddenly shows up. Strowman fights McIntyre on the outside while Angle gets the upper hand on Corbin in the ring. McIntyre then throws a chair at Corbin, and Corbin and McIntyre retreat through the crowd.



WWE celebrates Black History Month and looks back on WWE's tour of the National Civil Rights Museum in Memphis, Tennessee from last year.



Braun Strowman and Kurt Angle vs. Drew McIntyre and Baron Corbin is made official for later tonight.

We see a video package of Seth Rollins' road to WrestleMania thus far.

Before the next match, Alicia Fox and Nikki Cross drag Sasha Banks and Bayley onto the stage as they attack them. This quickly turns into a brawl between both teams on the stage which is stopped by referees.

Sasha Banks and Bayley beat Alicia Fox and Nikki Cross to qualify for the Elimination Chamber match for the WWE Women's Tag Team Championships.



Backstage, Charly Caruso interviews Apollo Crews, who says he is glad Kurt Angle is competing, despite the fact that he has not had a good couple of matches. Akam and Drake Maverick show up and say Angle has no chance, and Apollo acts like Maverick is Akam's puppet.



Before the next match, "Road Dogg" Jesse James shows up and introduces Jeff Jarrett, then they go back to where they left off from last week and sing "With My Baby Tonight."

Elias shows up and says that Jarrett and Road Dogg's song has not aged well, and says he would watch Adam Levine do another halftime performance than watch them. He says that he mistakenly turned down the Super Bowl halftime show to come to Portland, Oregon - which is not important enough to have its own football team - and says he has been reminded of how ungrateful the fans have become. He says he is not doing a show tonight in Portland, Oregon, and tells Jarrett and Road Dogg that their nostalgia act will not change the truth that WWE stands for "Walk With Elias." Jarrett then quotes Razor Ramon, telling him "Hey, chico...don't sing it, bring it."



Elias beats Jeff Jarrett. (The match is Jarrett's first match on Raw in almost 20 years.) After the match, "Road Dogg" Jesse James fights Elias and lands his trademark jabs, then Jarrett hits Elias in the back with a guitar.



Backstage, Natalya is met by Dana Brooke, who apologizes for last week only to get the silent treatment. She threatens to make a match against her for next week, then leaves. It is revealed that Natalya is not listening to her because she is wearing airpods.



In three weeks: "The Nature Boy" Ric Flair's 70th birthday celebration!

Backstage, Charly Caruso interviews Finn Balor. He says the Irish are stubborn while wounded, and while he is hurt after what has gone on as of late, he is still standing and will not be pushed around or held down. He says he will take the fight to Bobby Lashley like he did Brock Lesnar, and at the first opportunity he gets, he will take the Intercontinental Championship, too.

Before the next match, Lio Rush says that Finn Balor looks like a mummy and has no chance against Bobby Lashley, saying this is "Mouse vs. Mack Truck," not David vs. Goliath. He says that Lashley can curl dumbbells heavier than Lashley. Lashley says that Finn couldn't beat Brock Lesnar, then says he is better than Lesnar and that he can beat him anywhere and that Finn Balor does not deserve to be in the ring with him. He tells Finn that he should fight people his own size, then tells him he will be facing Lio Rush, not him. Lashley then says that if Finn Balor entertains him enough, he may give him the title shot he wants. Lashley then suddenly hits Finn Balor with cheap shots before the bell rings.

Finn Balor beats Lio Rush. During the match, Lashley is ejected from ringside after getting involved one too many times. After the match, Finn Balor gets out of the ring when Lashley shows back up.



Paige shows up. She announces the theatrical release of her biographical film Fighting With My Family, then a trailer for the film is shown.



It's time for A Moment Of Bliss. Tonight's guest is EC3. Before EC3 can answer the quest of whether or not he will be on Raw or SmackDown Live, Nia Jax and Tamina interrupt, with Nia Jax saying that nobody cares. She says that nobody wants to see "this nauseating blind date thing" before talking about entering the men's Royal Rumble match and her and Tamina qualifying for their Elimination Chamber match. Nia says that this is her moment, and says that she might fill in for Becky Lynch at WrestleMania. Before she can say more, Dean Ambrose shows up. Ambrose says it is clear that Nia Jax has a huge crush on him, and tells her to stay away from him and never come near him again. EC3 is about so say something when Dean knocks the microphone out of his hands and refuses to let him speak when he answers question. When asked why he is being a mute Chippendale dancer and not getting in the ring, EC3 punches Dean Ambrose in the face.



EC3 beats Dean Ambrose in his Raw debut with a surprise jackknife pin.



Backstage, Charly Caruso interviews Kurt Angle. He did not expect to compete tonight, but something inside told him to bring it. Thankfully, he is not in this alone. Braun Strowman shows up. He says Strowman has never met a port-a-potty, limousine, ambulance or disrespectful Superstar he didn't want to destroy, and is glad Strowman is on his side. Strowman says it is an honor, and tonight, Drew McIntyre and Baron Corbin will get these hands.

Backstage, we see Mojo Rawley talking to himself in a mirror again, saying that being a team player has not worked for him at all and that now, it is all about him.



Drew McIntyre and Baron Corbin beat Kurt Angle and Braun Strowman by disqualification after striking Corbin while not the legal man. After the match, McIntyre and Corbin send Strowman over the barricade, then throw Angle into the steel steps. They are about to choke slam Angle into the steps when Strowman returns and does the same to Corbin and McIntyre.



Here are the top 10 moments from tonight's show!

Monday, January 28, 2019

Raw Deal - Raw recap for January 28, 2019

Seth Rollins shows up to start tonight's show. He says that last week, he said he would outlast 29 other men because of his heart and determination, and tonight, he stands in the ring as the winner of the men's Royal Rumble Match, heading to WrestleMania. He says that he promised himself that he was not going to do it, but he is going to do it anyway, and he points at the WrestleMania sign. Rollins says that while other kids wanted to be astronauts or athletes, he just wanted to go to WrestleMania, and that winning the Royal Rumble Match is just the beginning. He has a decision to make, and while one road to WrestleMania takes him to long-time friend "The New" Daniel Bryan, the other takes him to Suplex City and Brock Lesnar. Rollins says he will take some time to think about his decision, then WWE COO Triple H shows up. Triple H congratulates Seth Rollins on winning the men's Royal Rumble Match, and says a year ago, he told him to bring back Seth Rollins. He tells Rollins that he has stepped up to that challenge, and he is proud of him. He tells Rollins that he has a decision to make, and while Becky Lynch has to make her decision as to which title she wants to go for on SmackDown Live, Rollins must make his decision tonight. He gives him until the end of the show, when both Lesnar and Bryan will be here. Rollins admits this will be one of the hardest decisions he has ever made in his life, but before he can say much else, Dean Ambrose shows up. Dean Ambrose says he is disgusted by Triple H and Rollins, saying that Triple H never believed in either of them while he always believed in Rollins. Triple H tells Ambrose he is a backstabber, but Ambrose tells him the conversation doesn't concern him. Triple H says everything in the ring concerns him, then Ambrose calls Rollins a "suck-up" and "a pure kiss-ass." He wishes him the best of luck in taking a championship, and reminds Rollins that he has always had his back. He then demands that Triple H make a match between himself and Rollins. Triple H leaves, but Ambrose asks Triple H if he needs permission from WWE Chairman Vince McMahon first. The fans chant "Yes, he does!" then Triple H asks for a referee. The match is on.



Seth Rollins beats Dean Ambrose.



After the commercial break, Dean Ambrose is sitting in a steel chair. He is about to speak when Nia Jax and Tamina show up. Dean and Nia stare down, then Dean notices Tamina. As soon as he turns towards her, Nia forearms Dean from behind, knocking him out of the ring. Referees have to keep Dean from getting back in the ring.



Nia Jax and Tamina beat Alexa Bliss and Mickie James to qualify for the Elimination Chamber Match for the WWE Women's Tag Team Championships.



In footage from earlier today, Kurt Angle says he wants a match with Baron Corbin due to what Corbin has done to him in the past few months. He says the only person who should be worried tonight is Corbin.

Before the next match, Baron Corbin tells Kurt Angle that he used to be good and that he thinks that he has one last great match left it in, then says the fans will not be there when he beats and humiliates him. Angle punches him in the face, starting the match early.

Baron Corbin beats Kurt Angle. After the match, Corbin hits End of Days on Angle.



Backstage, Heath Slater, Rhyno, Apollo Crews, Heavy Machinery (Tucker Knight and Otis Dozovic), Sasha Banks and Bayley congratulate Finn Balor on a well-attempted try at beating Brock Lesnar last night.

Finn Balor shows up. Last night, Brock Lesnar beat him and beat him again, and he has no excuses about this. He says he has never seen power and speed like that in Lesnar, and tonight, he is hurt. However, he refuses to stand with his head hung low; instead, he is holding it high. Lesnar might have beaten him last night, but he made him believe. Suddenly, Bobby Lashley and Lio Rush show up, and Lio Rush says it is amazing that "a twerp" like Finn Balor got a shot at the Universal Championship. He then says he nearly beat Lesnar, but he would not stand a chance against Lashley. Lio Rush says that Lashley is bigger, stronger and faster than Lesnar will ever be, and that the beating Finn got last night is nothing compared to what Lashley would do to him. Finn Balor says he lasted longer against Lesnar than Lashley lasted in the Royal Rumble, and Lashley kicks Finn in the gut before beating him up.



The Revival (Scott Dawson and Dash Wilder) beat Zack Ryder and Curt Hawkins.



Backstage, Charly Caruso interviews "The New" Daniel Bryan, who is with Erick Rowan. Daniel Bryan says he would have beaten "The Phenomenal" AJ Styles, and as for Seth Rollins, he will not wait until WrestleMania to end Rollins' WrestleMania hopes.



WWE is teaming up with UNICEF Kid Power to get more children to care about the world about them and therapeutic food to children in need around the world.



Elias is in the ring. He plays guitar, then asks who wants to walk with him. He says that he has tested the fans, but the fans have let him down, and they need to be better. He says the fans should be on their feet and giving him a standing ovation. Elias there should be wild cheering and Elias signs across the globe, as they are in the presence not only of Elias, but of greatness. He then says it is too late, and the fans chant "We're not worthy!" Elias tells the fans that they are indeed not worthy, and says that his songs are for him and that he has one right now. Before he can perform it, Jeff Jarrett shows up. Jarrett tells Elias that if he thinks he is going to come out to the ring and have a concert for himself after smashing a guitar on him, then he has a problem not with the fans, but with him. All of a sudden, "Road Dogg" Jesse James shows up and tells Elias that if he wants to perform himself, then he can play with himself on his own time. As for him and Jarrett, they want to perform for everybody. They then perform a duet of "With My Baby Tonight." However, as Road Dogg walks around the ring, Elias hits Road Dogg with a guitar shot to the back before going after Jarrett. However, as Road Dogg walks around the ring, Elias hits Road Dogg with a guitar shot to the back before going after Jarrett. Jarrett soon gets the upper hand and fights back, but Elias hits a cheap shot and smashes a guitar on Jarrett's back.



Backstage, Natalya is met by Dana Brooke, who tells Natalya that she will not let her down, and that she is better than Natalya's original pick, Ember Moon. Natalya says they should focus on trying their hardest, but Dana says she's not just better than Ember; she's better than Natalya. They both then head to the ring.

We hear from Mojo Rawley, who blames someone for everything happening to him. We then find out he is looking at a mirror, blaming himself for everything, and says that it all ends now. He says everyone will soon see who he really is.



The Riott Squad (Liv Morgan and Sarah Logan) beat Natalya and Dana Brooke to qualify for the Elimination Chamber Match for the WWE Women's Tag Team Championships.



"Rowdy" Ronda Rousey shows up. She says that if you cannot dream big, ridiculous dreams, then there is no point in dreaming. Last year, he stepped into the ring for the women's Royal Rumble, and a year later, she is Raw Women's Champion. Last night, Sasha Banks gave her the fight of her life and says that she has more desire than any other competitor she has ever faced. She thanks Sasha Banks for that, then says she knows Becky Lynch is watching. She knows that Becky Lynch has a choice to make, then Bayley shows up. Bayley admits she is not Becky Lynch, but agrees that Sasha gave Ronda the fight of her life. She says that if Ronda is ready for a fight, then so is she, and tells her to put the title on the line against a former champion.



"Rowdy" Ronda Rousey retains the WWE Raw Women's Championship with an armbar after launching Bayley off the top rope. Bayley and Ronda shake hands after the match, then Becky Lynch shows up. Becky tells Ronda she would find a way back to her again, and for over a year, she has been hearing a lot about her, but on the last time she came to her show, she dropped her in the ring and Ronda never looked for her to prove she was the baddest. She then tells Ronda she has been looking for her to prove she is not, and after winning the women's Royal Rumble Match, she doesn't need much time to think. She elects to face Ronda for the WWE Raw Women's Championship at WrestleMania. Becky then promises to break Ronda's mystique, take her title and kick her ass in front of the whole world, and Ronda responds by telling Becky she wants to beat the best version of Becky that has every existed. She also says she can re-break Becky's face faster than she can say "Nia Jax," and that she can kill her with her bare hands without breaking a sweat if she wanted to. She also says she has been a household name for a decade. Ronda then says that she owns any ring that she steps in and the ground beneath her feet, and that she will own Becky at WrestleMania.





Backstage, Seth Rollins is met by Braun Strowman, who shakes his hand, tells Rollins that he earned his victory, and tells him to make the right choice and make it count at WrestleMania.

Ten-year-old Ryan Wright's wish to meet Sasha Banks, Seth Rollins and "Rowdy" Ronda Rousey at the Make-A-Wish Foundation is granted.



Braun Strowman beats Drew McIntyre by disqualification after he is attacked by Baron Corbin. Braun Strowman fights back, but Drew McIntyre turns the tables on him and hits a Claymore. Strowman still gets up, and McIntyre and Corbin work together to try to lay him out, eventually powerbombing him on some steel steps.



Next week: Sasha Banks and Bayley vs. Alicia Fox and Nikki Cross in a qualifying match for the Elimination Chamber Match for the WWE Women's Tag Team Championships!

Brock Lesnar and Paul Heyman show up. Heyman says that this should be the easiest decision of Seth Rollins' life, as it easy to make decisions when you have no options and Rollins should challenge "The New" Daniel Bryan for the WWE Championship for his own good. He says that nobody - not even Seth Rollins - wants to get into a fight with Brock Lesnar, as it takes a special kind of being to withstand the beating that Lesnar can deliver, especially at WrestleMania. Rollins shows up and immediately has a staredown with Lesnar. Rollins then brawls with Lesnar, who soon responds with an F5 that lays out Rollins. Lesnar then picks Rollins back up for a second F5, followed by a third, a fourth and a fifth, with the fifth directly on the WWE Universal Championship. Rollins then asks Lesnar if that's all he's got, and Lesnar responds with a sixth F5 to end the show.



Here are the top 10 moments from tonight's show!