Raw Deal - Raw recap for September 20, 2021

The New Day (Kofi Kingston, Big E, Xavier Woods) head to the ring to start tonight's show. Big E says that while it is not Thanksgiving, he has come to give thanks to the fans for the support throughout the years, those who supported him as he climbed up the ladder to get the Money In The Bank contract and those who cheered him when he became WWE Champion. He thanks those who are still around and those who are no longer around who supported him as well, then says he has to cut the celebration short as The New Day has town business with The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) and Roman Reigns. Big E says that Raw is The New Day's show, and tonight, they will send The Usos and Roman packing. After the crowd chants "New Day Rocks," Paul Heyman, Roman and The Usos arrive. Roman and Big E lift up their respective titles in the center of the ring.

Roman Reigns and The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) beat The New Day (Kofi Kingston, Big E, Xavier Woods). During the match, Bobby Lashley shows up and attacks Big E, Kofi Kingston and The Usos at ringside. This distracts Xavier Woods, and Roman Reigns hits him with the Spear for the win. After the match, Lashley gets in the ring and Spears Roman Reigns. Lashley then Spears Big E through the barricade.

Backstage, Bobby Lashley meets with WWE official Adam Pearce and Sonya Deville and says that he is not done Big E and that show is all about him, "the real champion." He says that he could beat Big E and Roman Reigns on any given day. Lashley then states that this is "The Almighty Era" and that his era never stops.

It is announced that MVP suffered a broken rib from an RKO by Randy Orton last week and is out indefinitely.

Backstage in the locker room, Matt Riddle shows up with the same headphones as Randy Orton so they can listen to the same Spotify playlist, then asks Orton what his spirit animal and talks about a family vacation he had one time. Orton tells Riddle to keep Omos busy with the story about the safari his family went on while he breaks a few of "The Phenomenal" AJ Styles' ribs. He then says the headphones are "pretty cool."

Before the next match, Eva Marie says she is not one for shaming, then tells everyone to look at her and then look at Doudrop, then says she is put together while Doudrop is a mess and that girls like Doudrop can never beat women like her.

Eva Marie beats Doudrop.

Backstage, Big E meets with WWE officials Sonya Deville and Adam Pearce, saying he wants Bobby Lashley and Roman Reigns tonight.

Backstage, Paul Heyman meets with WWE officials Adam Pearce and Sonya Deville. It does not take long for Pearce and Sonya to make Roman Reigns vs. Big E vs. Bobby Lashley official for later tonight.

Randy Orton beats "The Phenomenal" AJ Styles. During the match, Omos gets ejected from ringside after tripping Orton on the outside, and he punches Matt Riddle on the way out.

We see a video package chronicling the events between Nia Jax and "The Queen of Spades" Shayna Baszler.

"The Queen of Spades" Shayna Baszler beats Nia Jax with the Kirifuda Clutch. After the match, Baszler continues to attack Nia Jax, then stomps her left elbow onto the steel steps. Nia cries for mercy when she goes for it again, but Baszler stomps it again anyway. Referees and medical check on Nia while forcing Baszler to the back.

It is announced that Eva Marie is co-hosting American Ninja Warrior Junior, streaming now on Peacock.

Humberto Carrillo and Angel Garza beat Mustafa Ali and Mansoor. Before the match, in footage from earlier today, Humberto says that he and Angel Garza teamed up because there is nothing stronger than family, while Garza says they are the two most charismatic Superstars in WWE and that when they are put together, the world is theirs.

We see a video package for Karrion Kross.

Before the next match, Nikki A.S.H. and Rhea Ripley talk about Connor's Cure. Rhea says that Connor's Cure has inspired them to join the fight against cancer, and through the partnership with the V Foundation, they have fundraised so much money for the cure for pediatric cancer. Nikki says there is still much work to be done, and she and Rhea Ripley dedicate tonight's match to children with pediatric cancer, their families and those who have contribute to Connor's Cure. Nikki and Rhea then lead a short "victory" chant.

Nikki A.S.H. and Rhea Ripley beat Natalya and Tamina to become the WWE Women's Tag Team Champions after Rhea Ripley hits Tamina with the Riptide on the ring apron on the outside and a distracted Natalya's Sharpshooter is turned into an inside cradle by Nikki A.S.H.

It's time for Alexa's Playground. Tonight's guest is Charlotte Flair. Alexa wants to have fun with Charlotte Flair, but mentions that Charlotte always has an ulterior motive and that she did not bring Charlie with her, which is fine, as she brought Charlie just in case. Charlotte says she wants the real Alexa Bliss back, not Charlie, and says that she can fool the fans but she cannot fool fans, for the playground hides how fragile and delicate she really is. Charlotte says it is obvious that Alexa is broken and that she hides behind the playground and black lipstick and walks around with a doll that is more popular than her in her arm. She also calls Alexa's mind games "a joke," then wonders how she went from main eventing WrestleMania 35 to playing with dolls, as she is the real deal and is about to beat a grown woman who dressed up like a kid. Charlotte calls what she is seeing "a desperate cry for help" and promises to beat some sense into Alexa, and asks if she should do it tonight or Sunday at Extreme Rules. Alexa says that everyone gets that Charlotte has the most accolades of any woman in WWE, then says she has lost more titles than any other woman in WWE, and asks who Charlotte Flair is without a title. She then says that nobody knows because Charlotte does not know, and that if Charlotte has no title, she has nothing to brag about, then says she doesn't have to play mind games to expose the insecurities on her forehead. Alexa says Charlotte would not know what to do without a title on her shoulder, and would be nothing without one. She also says that Charlie was a pity gift, as even "a self-centered, narcissistic bitch" like Charlotte deserves happiness. Alexa also says she knows who she is and that she does not have to grasp onto titles to stay relevant. She says that Charlotte can call her crazy, but after Extreme Rules, she will call her champ. Charlotte tells Alexa she will never find out the answer to her question of who she is without a title, then shoves her. Alexa jumps at her, and this starts a brawl. Charlotte boots Alexa, then notices Charlie. Alexa jumps on her, but Charlotte throws her off and tears the head off of Charlie before dropping the beheaded doll in front of Alexa. She goes for Lilly, but Alexa stops her with a DDT and keeps Lilly closer afterwards.

Backstage, Drake Maverick meets with R-Truth, Drew Gulak and Akira Tozawa about dropping a net on Reginald as part of "Operation 24/7." Truth drops the net, while Tozawa is a ninja and Gulak is a distraction. Reginald shows up, and Gulak tries to distract Reginald, but Reginald gets wise to what is going on quickly and the plan fails.

The commentary team asks the fans to vote for The Miz on this season of Dancing With The Stars.

Damian Priest guests on commentary for the next match.

Jeff Hardy beats Sheamus with a roll-up to make the WWE United States Championship match at Extreme Rules a Triple Threat Match. After the match, Sheamus blames his loss on Damian Priest and shoves him. Both men brawl, and referees have to move into place quickly to stop them.

Roman Reigns beats Bobby Lashley and Big E in a Triple Threat Match after hitting Lashley with a Spear as Lashley hits Big E with a chair.

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

This week on Raw Talk: Doudrop, Nikki A.S.H., Rhea Ripley and Jeff Hardy!

Raw Deal - Raw recap for September 13, 2021

Big E heads to the ring to start tonight's show, and is soon joined by RK-Bro (Randy Orton and Matt Riddle). MVP and Bobby Lashley show up afterwards. Big E makes it known he intends on cashing in the Money In The Bank contract tonight. Riddle tells Big E not to cash in on Orton, but MVP tells him to shut up and says Big E will not be cashing in tonight at all. MVP notes that while Big E loves to make people laugh, he and Lashley are not in a laughing mood, and accuses Orton of politicking tonight's WWE title match from Extreme Rules to tonight. Orton says it has been fourteen years since he and Lashley faced off on Raw, and that all he had to do was tell who was in charge to move the match forward tonight because he is "Randy freakin' Orton." After Big E proclaims that there will be "two meaty men bumping meat" tonight, MVP says that he always thought Big E had to potential to become a singles star and become a world champion, then accuses Big E of being scared of Roman Reigns and Brock Lesnar. MVP then says that Lashley is not a pushover and that he will soon fear "The Almighty," but Orton says MVP's real fight is tonight and that it will take one RKO to bring Lashley down to his knees to become WWE Champion. Big E then says he will cash in on Orton afterwards, then Lashley tells Orton he made a mistake facing him for the WWE title and will beat him around the ring before threatening to shove his contract so far up his ass he will taste the fine print. Big E taunts Lashley with the briefcase, and that allows Orton to hit Lashley with the third RKO in as many weeks.

Backstage, Sarah Schreiber interviews Charlotte Flair, who says "The Queen of Spades" Shayna Baszler is just like everybody else going after the WWE Raw Women's Championship and that Baszler will never reach her level unless she drops her "dead weight." Charlotte Flair says that the ring is her throne and that her reign will last forever, for she is Charlotte Flair.

In backstage footage from earlier today, Nia Jax confronts "The Queen of Spades" Shayna Baszler for her actions next week, then tries to get on the same page with her.

The WWE Draft is coming to the October 1st SmackDown and the October 4th Raw!

Charlotte Flair beats "The Queen of Spades" Shayna Baszler in a WWE Raw Women's Championship Contender's Match as Nia Jax stands on the ring apron, distracting Baszler and allowing Charlotte to get the win. (Had Baszler won, she would have gotten a Raw women's title shot.) After the match, Alexa Bliss shows up bearing a gift for accepting her title challenge at Extreme Rules, but Charlotte tells Alexa she does not know her tastes and that she collects championships, and that Alexa should leave her dolls at home. Charlotte refuses the gift when Alexa offers it to her and says everybody loves a great gift, then eventually accepts it and finds "Charlie," a doll that looks like a cross between Charlotte and Lilly. Alexa says that she needs something to play with when she loses her title, then says "even a narcissistic, self-absorbed bitch" like Charlotte deserves a friend. Charlotte admits Alexa has a point, but she is not losing the title. She also says she does not want "Charlie," then says she will have Mattel send her a Charlotte Flair action figure when she gets put in a padded cell once she "adults" her into Extreme Rules. Charlotte throws "Charlie" at Alexa, and this starts a brawl where Alexa comes out on top with a Canadian Destroyer.

We see a video package of Randy Orton prior to his WWE Championship match against Bobby Lashley.

Before the next match, Jinder Mahal, Veer and Shanky attack Drew McIntyre from behind in the ring, and The Viking Raiders (Ivar and Erik) chase them out.

Drew McIntyre and The Viking Raiders (Ivar and Erik) beat Jinder Mahal, Veer and Shanky in a six-man tag match.

Big E is met by Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods since they were split up in the last WWE Draft. Woods tells Big E he deserves his cash-in, then Big E asks Kofi for advice. Kofi says Big E has everything it takes to become and stay champion and does not need his advice, then the three of them start a "Hey! We want some New Day!" chant.

Backstage, Reggie uses his agility and parkour skills - and some street smarts - to get away from multiple Superstars. R-Truth blames Drake Maverick for his plan not working, but Maverick says the execution was the problem. R-Truth and Akira Tozawa argue again.

Sheamus guests on commentary for the next match.

Damian Priest retains the WWE United States Championship against Jeff Hardy after reversing the Twist of Fate into the Reckoning. After the match, Sheamus runs into the ring and attacks Damian Priest and Jeff Hardy, but Damian hits Sheamus with the Brogue Kick before Sheamus can do the same.

Backstage, Nikki A.S.H. talks with Rhea Ripley about their match last week and says they should come up with their own celebration, but Ripley says they need to focus on tonight and the bigger picture - the Women's Tag Team Championships. Natalya and Tamina show up, and Natalya tells Nikki not to listen to "that freak" Rhea Ripley, saying they will never take the women's tag titles. Rhea tells Natalya to get used to being called a former champion, and Natalya says she and Tamina dominate eras. After Nikki says she is ready to show what she is capable of, Tamina says she was almost scared and shoves Nikki. This starts a brawl that gets stopped by WWE official Sonya Deville, who makes a match between Nikki and Tamina that will happen right now.

It is announced that Olympic gold medalist wrestler Gable Steveson has signed with WWE.

Backstage, Matt Riddle ponders how Randy Orton will wear two championship belts, and Orton puts on a pair of headphones to focus on his match. Meanwhile, Big E shows up and wishes Orton luck on his match with Bobby Lashley, and says he will be watching closely.

Nikki A.S.H. beats Tamina. After the match, Tamina attacks Nikki Cross, and Natalya joins in. Tamina slams Nikki into the barricade.

Rhea Ripley beats Natalya with the inverted cloverleaf after Nikki A.S.H. trips Natalya behind the referee's back and stops her from using the ropes for leverage during a pinfall attempt.

Backstage, Charlotte Flair sees the Charlie doll, then tells Sarah Schreiber that the only gift she cares about if the beating she will give Alexa Bliss at Extreme Rules. She then throws Charlie in the trash.

"The Phenomenal" AJ Styles, Omos, Mace and T-Bar beat Mustafa Ali, Mansoor and The New Day (Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods) in an eight-man tag team match after Omos fends off the opposing team single-handedly.

We get a closer look at Bobby Lashley prior to his WWE Championship defense against Randy Orton, courtesy of Pizza Hut.

Backstage, Kevin Patrick interviews MVP and Bobby Lashley. MVP considers Big E more of an annoyance than a distraction, and that Lashley is as focused on keeping the WWE Championship as much as possible. MVP gives a who's who list of whom Lashley has beaten to keep the title as he says that Lashley will do what it takes to win, and after MVP says Lashley will win tonight, Big E shows up and makes his intentions of cashing in his contract tonight known.

Doudrop beats Eva Marie.

We hear from Karrion Kross, who says that deep down, most people do not know who they really are and only an idea of who they like to be, but nobody finds their true nature until they are suffering or inflicting suffering. He then says the list of suffering he has created is insatiable and the list of people he has beaten has continued to grow, then says he has enjoyed every second of his opponents' agony. He then says that there is only one certainty: he will hurt everyone until there is nobody left and he gets what he wants, for he is not here to get lost in the shuffle and he will pulverize everyone around him until everyone learns to fall and pray.

Next week: Shayna Baszler vs. Nia Jax!

Bobby Lashley retains the WWE Championship against Randy Orton. After the match, Bobby Lashley tosses Matt Riddle out of the ring and rams him into the ring post before slamming Orton through the commentary table, tweaking his knee in the process. Big E then shows up with a referee and cashes in the Money In The Bank contract.

Big E beats Bobby Lashley to become WWE Champion!

This week on Raw Talk: Alexa Bliss, Damian Priest, "The Phenomenal" AJ Styles, Omos and a reunited New Day (Kofi Kingston, Big E, Xavier Woods)!

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

Raw Deal - Raw recap for July 26, 2021

Nikki A.S.H. heads to the ring to start tonight's show. Nikki welcomes everyone to Monday Night Raw, then says being Raw Women's Champion feels like a dream before stating that the dream is now real. She says that when she reached for the stars in the past, she didn't have the confidence that she needed, and was so afraid to fail. One day, she realized that if she fails, she fails, and she is still her. She says that when she puts on the superhero outfit, it gives her the confidence and it reminds her that no matter what, if you believe in yourself, you can overcome all of the odds. She says it worked for her and can work for anyone else, and says that everyone can almost be superheroes. Suddenly, Charlotte Flair shows up. Charlotte Flair says that is a nice fairytale that Nikki is telling, but says that Nikki's fairytale has no happy ending and that she is a disgrace, stating that she should not represent the company. She says that Al Roker did not believe that Nikki was a champion, then says one has to work for it to become a champion and that she brings star power and perspective to the ring. After Charlotte calls Nikki an "almost idiot," she says that Rhea Ripley acted like a bratty teenage who got her phone taken away from her after she beat her, then says this is the only reason Nikki became champion, as she was not even on her feet when she was pinned. Charlotte says that Nikki stole her title, then says she will continue to stand in the ring and be the opportunity while Nikki continues to play dress-up, then she will get her championship rematch and Nikki will bow down to her. She then says that "this injustice" is the fans' fault, as they have cheered after she has become the victim of injustice just to bring her down to their level before Rhea Ripley shows up. Rhea Ripley says it's not hard to be jealous of someone who has held the title for one whole day, and while Charlotte Flair has been an 11-time champion, she can only win by pinfall or submission, and lost by disqualification because she couldn't handle losing to her. After Rhea says she should be the one getting the title rematch, Nikki asks who said anything about beating her at SummerSlam, and says that Raw is ready for change in the form of a new champion and that she will lead that change. Charlotte says she will walk out of SummerSlam as champion, then Rhea says the title will be hers. Suddenly, WWE officials Sonya Deville and Adam Pearce show up. Sonya says the only fair thing to do is to make a Triple Threat Match for the Raw Women's Championship at SummerSlam, which Charlotte calls "ridiculous," saying neither Rhea or Nikki deserve the title and that she should have a match tonight. Charlotte says she wants the match tonight to prove that Nikki is not in her league, and Nikki simply responds with "You're on!" Adam Pearce makes the match official, then Charlotte sends Ripley out of the ring before Nikki drop kicks her out of it.

We hear from Damian Priest, who says that Sheamus is a coward and a bully who deserves to get his ass kicked instead of holding the WWE United States Championship, and says that when Sheamus looks at him in the ring, he will see who should be United States Champion.

Damian Priest beats Sheamus in a United States Championship Contender's Match in a match that sees Sheamus' face mask get knocked off.

"The Phenomenal" AJ Styles and Omos retain the WWE Raw Tag Team Championships against The Viking Raiders (Ivar and Erik).

Before the next match, Jinder Mahal says that he is disgusted with Drew McIntyre and with everyone for cheering for the beating that Shanky got last week, and gives McIntyre a chance to apologize. When McIntyre refuses to apologize, Jinder Mahal introduces McIntyre to his attorney and threatens to sue him for everything that he has. McIntyre asks the crowd for their opinion, and decides to beat Veer within an inch of his life. McIntyre then starts a "Drew is gonna kill you" chant, then the match starts.

Drew McIntyre beats Veer by disqualification when Jinder Mahal hands Veer a chair only for McIntyre to kick the chair into Veer's face with a Claymore Kick.

Backstage, Eva Marie tells Doudrop to forget about what happened last week on Alexa's Playground, as she will be get one step close to the women's tag titles. She says that the Eva-lution will not stop as long as Doudrop holds up her end.

Natalya and Tamina beat Eva Marie and Doudrop in a WWE Women's Tag Team Championship Contender's Match after Eva Marie is distracted by Lilly's mockery of Eva Marie with the "Lilly-Lution." After the match, Natalya has to be helped with the back after hurting her left leg.

Karrion Kross beats Keith Lee with the Kross Jacket.

Backstage, Sarah Schreiber interviews Nikki A.S.H. Nikki says her confidence has grown and she is no longer afraid to fail. She says that she believes in herself and that nobody can take that feeling from her. She wants the fans to know that the hardest challenges are worth fighting for, and she plans to go in tonight knowin that win or lose, she will defend her title at SummerSlam. Rhea Ripley shows up and says that she respects the confidence that she has, then says she will be walking out with the Raw Women's Championship at SummerSlam. As for tonight, however, she hopes Nikki goes out there and gives Charlotte hell.

Mustafa Ali and Mansoor beat Mace and T-Bar after Mansoor takes a bullet for Ali and turns a choke slam off the top rope from Mace into a roll-up.

MVP and Bobby Lashley head to the ring. MVP addresses Goldberg's sudden appearance last week, and Lashley says he will not dignify Goldberg's challenge with a response before stating that the ring is his and that he will not be disrespected by anyone. Suddenly, Cedric Alexander shows up and brings up the dissolution of The Hurt Business, and says that Cedric was kicked out of the fold because Lashley knew he was better than him. As Alexander says that "Prime Alexander" is here and wants a shot at the champ, Shelton Benjamin shows up and says the sound of Cedric's voice is annoying before saying he is here to give Lashley a real challenge. MVP tells Cedric and Shelton that Lashley has no time for them, but Lashley takes the microphone from him and says he will take them both on at the same time before asking for a referee.

Bobby Lashley beats Cedric Alexander and Shelton Benjamin in a two-on-one handicap match. Near the end of the match, Lashley hits Shelton Benjamin with a Jackhammer before hitting Cedric Alexander with a Dominator onto Shelton.

Backstage, The Miz and John Morrison are met by "The Phenomenal" AJ Styles and Omos. Styles plots something with Miz and Morrison while Omos keeps watch.

John Morrison beats Matt Riddle after "The Phenomenal" AJ Styles and Omos show up and break Riddle's scooter. After the match, Styles pounds on a downed Riddle and hits him with the Styles Clash.

Reginald retains the WWE 24/7 Championship against R-Truth with a somersault senton after outsmarting R-Truth throughout the match. After the match, several Superstars run into the ring, but Reginald flips over the top rope and escapes them all yet again.

Backstage, Sarah Schreiber interviews Charlotte Flair, who says that Nikki A.S.H. only beat her because of Rhea Ripley, and says that she is tired of the women's division being run down by "almost Superstars." She says there would not be a Women's Champion if it weren't for her, and that she will prove this against Nikki A.S.H.

Charlotte Flair beats Nikki A.S.H. after rolling over Nikki after Nikki hits a top rope cross body. After the match, Kevin Patrick congratulates Charlotte Flair for her win. Charlotte asks Kevin what he expected before mocking Nikki, saying that no one is in her league. Nikki takes the microphone and admits that she lost, then tells Charlotte that she can beat her and challenges her to a rematch. Charlotte says she can beat her any week, then accepts the challenge. Charlotte extends her hand, and when Nikki extends her, Charlotte clotheslines her before degrading her in front of a fan in the front row. She then hits Nikki with a big boot to end the show.

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Raw Deal - Raw recap for July 5, 2021

The Miz and John Morrison start tonight's show with Miz TV. John Morrison, who is the first of four guests, says that he will be winning the Money In The Bank Ladder Match and winning the contract a week from Sunday. The second of four guests is Drew McIntyre, who says that The Miz is why he has a love-hate relationship with the Money In The Bank contract due to Miz cashing in on him successfully. He says he has never stopped fighting his way back to the title since then. McIntyre then says he will win the contract and cash in on the champion of his choosing, then says he is a distant relative of Davy Crockett through his great-great-great grandmother, who is known for crafting great stories, and says he will craft one of his own. He warns Miz that if he gets involved in the Ladder Match, they will be telling the story of how Miz's head got shoved up Morrison's ass, and says he would rather die in Texas than surrender the contract. After Morrison tells McIntyre that he will get wet if he kicks the ocean, the third of four guests, Ricochet, shows up. Miz calls what Ricochet did to John Morrison last week "reckless," and says he was lucky it ended in a double count-out. Ricochet says he is a little shook about what happened last and that Morrison is, too, but says he is willing to do whatever it takes to win the contract, even if that means using The Miz's wheelchair as a battering ram. After Morrison tells Ricochet to back his words up in a rematch later tonight, the last of four guests, Matt RIddle, shows up. Riddle climbs up the ladder in the ring, then says he let Randy Orton down last week and dedicates the Ladder Match to Orton. Miz gets irritated, especially as McIntyre encourages Riddle, and as Miz hopes that Jinder Mahal beats McIntyre tonight, "The Phenomenal" AJ Styles AJ Styles and Omos show up. Styles says he was screwed out of the Money In The Bank Ladder Match after Orton was pulled out of the match, and says the last chance qualifier should have been a one-on-one match between himself and McIntyre and not a Triple Threat Match, and says he was not pinned. He says that it was Riddle, not him, who got pinned, and blames his inability to get in the Money In The Bank Ladder match on him. Riddle decides to play around with Styles and Omos, and when he tells Omos to high five him, Omos pushes him off the ladder. Riddle hurts his bandaged ankle on the way down, and Omos then tosses the ladder out of the ring. Styles then kicks Riddle in the hurt angle, and Ricochet shoves him. As McIntyre confronts Omos, Morrison attacks Ricochet from behind only for Ricochet to toss him out of the ring. McIntyre then clotheslines Omos out of the ring, and Ricochet drop kicks Morrison out of the ring before breaking a drip stick and tossing it into the stands.

John Morrison beats Ricochet by count-out when The Miz - who squirts Ricochet with a Drip Stick before the end of the match - gets in Ricochet's way with his wheelchair.

In footage from earlier today, Jinder Mahal shows up in a motorcycle before being interviewed by Kevin Patrick. Jinder talks about his history with McIntyre, whom he says is too busy for him. He says that he should have been included in the Money In The Bank Ladder Match because he has always been better than McIntyre, and tonight, he will prove he is better.

Backstage, Reginald sees Alexa Bliss while with Nia Jax and "The Queen of Spades" Shayna Baszler. Baszler gets irritated when Alexa disappears, but when they three of them leave, Alexa re-appears.

Backstage, Naomi, Nikki Cross and Asuka meet. Nikki and Asuka like Nikki's superhero gimmick, and Nikki has to remind them that she is almost a superhero, but that she has learned to believe in herself and is at her most successful. She says she has a chance to win the Money In The Bank contract, and says that if those who are less than confident believed in themselves, they could accomplish a lot. Naomi and Asuka remind her that they are gunning for the contract. After Nikki heads to the ring, Alexa Bliss shows up and tells Naomi and Asuka that she will be the one winning the contract.

Nia Jax, "The Queen of Spades" Shayna Baszler, Eva Marie and Doudrop beat Naomi, Asuka, Alexa Bliss and Nikki Cross in an eight-woman tag match. After the match, Eva Marie takes full credit for the win. Nia Jax and Shayna Baszler take exception to this.

Backstage, Kevin Patrick interviews MVP and Bobby Lashley. MVP gets irritated with Kevin for getting into their parties and tells him to make an appointment, and says that Kofi Kingston is not worthy of being in the same ring as Lashley. MVP calls managing Lashley one of the highest honors of his career, and that he and Lashley will not be disrespected. Lashley says he has beaten Drew McIntyre and Xavier Woods in back-to-back Hell In A Cell Matches and took a vacation. He takes exception to Kofi calling him "soft" and says he will shove his words down his throat, end his Money In The Bank pipe dreams and hurt him.

Mustafa Ali beats Mansoor and gives him his first loss in more than a year. During the match, Mustafa Ali gets his foot caught in the rope. Mansoor helps him and goes to check on him only for Mustafa Ali to win with a roll-up.

Backstage, Sarah Schreiber interviews Drew McIntyre, who says that Jinder Mahal is more than willing to face him in the ring, then claims that his sword is made from a tooth of the Loch Ness Monster. Drew McIntyre tells the story of a warrior who climbed up the Loch Ness Monster's neck, choked it out and pulled one of its teeth out after hitting a Claymore Kick before making friends with the monster afterwards.McIntyre then says he will beat Jinder Mahal tonight.

Drew McIntyre beats Jinder Mahal by disqualification when Shanky and Veer attack McIntyre. After the match, Shanky and Veer stay on the attack, and Jinder superkicks McIntyre before Shanky and Veer send McIntyre shoulder-first into the ring post. Jinder then hits McIntyre with the Khalass. Jinder then takes McIntyre's sword in exchange for costing him a Money In The Bank Ladder Match opportunity.

Backstage, Kevin Patrick interviews The New Day (Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods). Kofi says that when MVP and Bobby Lashley challenged them to a tag team match, they accepted, for that is what they do. Kofi Kingston then says that MVP and Bobby Lashley are mad at him for touching a nerve about what he had to say about them, and Woods says that he is here after going to Hell and back with Lashley and that he and Kofi have been proving Lashley wrong. Kofi Kingston says that he was proving anything was possible when he was WWE Champion, and that he will become WWE Champion again.

The Lucha House Party (Lince Dorado and Gran Metalik) beat T-Bar and Mace with a hurricanrana into a sit-down pin from Lince Dorado to T-Bar.

Backstage, Matt Riddle is met by Damian Priest. Riddle says he has taken a worse fall than tonight, then Damian Priest reminds him that his hurt ankle could affect his match with AJ Styles tonight and his chances in the Money In The Bank Ladder Match. Riddle says that he has bounced back from a bad fall before, and that he will win the men's Money In The Bank Ladder Match.

Matt Riddle beats "The Phenomenal" AJ Styles. During the match, a Karate Kid reference happens where Matt Riddle stands on one foot and hits Styles with the Crane Kick despite Styles knowing exactly what Riddle is up to. Later on in the match, The Viking Raiders (Ivar and Erik) surround Omos at ringside, and this also distracts Styles to the point that Matt Riddle wins with a schoolkid pin.

Charlotte Flair is in the ring with a crutch in her hand. Charlotte says she might miss Money In The Bank after comparing her injury to the ones happening in the NBA right now, and that Rhea Ripley is so scared of losing the Raw Women's title that she is using her own moves against her to take her out. Charlotte then says that Rhea Ripley is learning how to be a dirty player from her and is doing the same thing she would do, then says that nobody is better than her before Rhea Ripley shows up. Rhea Ripley then shows up with a crutch in her hand, her knee also hurt. She limps up the stairs and asks for help getting into the ring, which she gets. Rhea says Charlotte is right in saying she would do exactly what she would do, then says she sees right through Charlotte and says she can see right through her and knows she is being a drama queen. Both women kick the crutch out of the other's hand to reveal they are not hurt, then both of them fight with their crutches until Rhea Ripley is disarmed. Rhea gets her crutch back and turns the tables, forcing Charlotte to retreat.

Jaxson Ryker and R-Truth beat Elias and Cedric Alexander. Before the match begins, Akira Tozawa runs into the ring. R-Truth nearly pins him for the WWE 24/7 Championship, but Tozawa kicks out and runs away from a bevy of Superstars. R-Truth then runs out of the ring and chases after Tozawa. Jaxson Ryker ends up in a 2-on-1 handicap match, but Ryker is more than game to the point that when he dares Elias to tag in, Elias walks away and Ryker calls him a coward. Cedric tries to attack him, but Ryker lays him out for the win.

Backstage, Kevin Patrick interviews MVP and Bobby Lashley, the latter of whom is doing pull-ups. Lashley glares into the camera after MVP asks Kevin Patrick if Lashley looks like a man who has lost his edge.

Next week: Ricochet vs. John Morrison in a Falls Count Anywhere Match! Humberto Carrillo vs. Sheamus for the WWE United States Championship! Erick vs. Omos and Ivar vs. "The Phenomenal" AJ Styles! In two weeks: The Viking Raiders (Ivar and Erik) vs. "The Phenomenal" AJ Styles and Omos for the WWE Raw Tag Team Championships!

The New Day (Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods) beat MVP and Bobby Lashley after Kofi Kingston counters the Playmaker into the Trouble In Paradise.

Raw Talk:Kofi Kingston says he will win the Money In The Bank Ladder Match.

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

Raw Deal - Raw recap for June 28, 2021

WWE officials Sonya Deville and Adam Pearce announce that due to circumstances beyond their control, Randy Orton cannot compete in tonight's last chance Triple Threat Money In The Bank qualifier, and that the show will start with a battle royal the winner taking Orton's match. Suddenly, Matt Riddle shows up with a note from Randy Orton telling them to let Riddle take his place, but it becomes obvious Riddle wrote it. Riddle then proposes he compete on Orton's behalf to save his spot. Deville and Pierce agree that while this is an unconventional move, they agree on it, and tell him to get to the ring.

Matt Riddle last eliminates Damian Priest to win a battle royal to take Randy Orton's place in the Last Chance Triple Threat Money In The Bank Qualifying Match later tonight. After the match, Riddle asks that Randy Orton's theme music be played, and it is. During the match, Drew Gulak pins Akira Tozawa after he is eliminated to win the WWE 24/7 Championship, then an eliminated R-Truth attacks Gulak to take it back. After this, Tozawa attacks R-Truth and takes the 24/7 Championship back once more. Also, The Viking Raiders (Ivar and Erik) are eliminated from the outside by Omos with help from Jinder Mahal, and proceeds to attack them.

Backstage, "The Queen of Spades" Shayna Baszler is met by Nia Jax as she shuffles a deck of cards. Nia Jax wants to make sure they are on the same page, and Shayna Baszler says that after she sends Nikki Cross back to reality, she will do the same to Alexa Bliss and Lily. Meanwhile, Alexa Bliss is seen having watched this conversation from a distance.

Backstage, Jaxson Ryker is seen hitting a road crate with a leather strap.

Backstage, Kevin Patrick interviews "The Phenomenal" AJ Styles and Omos. AJ Styles says that when you're supposed to be somewhere and you're not, you lose the opportunity, and says that he should be in a one-on-one match; unfortunately, he is in a Triple Threat match and his chances of winning have gone down despite Omos watching his back. Omos says he was simply scouting the competition for Styles earlier in the battle royal. After Styles accuses Kevin of giving Omos grief for what The Viking Raiders did to him last week, Styles says that Riddle is banged up tonight. He says that with Riddle tired, it will be a little easier to win tonight's triple threat qualifier, win Money In The Bank, and become WWE Champion for a third time.

Backstage, The Lucha House Party (Lince Dorado and Gran Metalik) compliment Nikki Cross on her new superhero outfit, then Sarah Schreiber interviews Nikki Cross. Nikki says she is inspired to become a superhero, as something has been brought out inside of her and it was only a matter of time before it came out. Nikki then says she plans on winning the women's Money In The Bank Ladder Match, inspire young children everywhere, and become a champion. Nikki then comes up with a new nickname for herself: "Nikki A.S.H.: Almost A Superhero."

Nikki Cross beats "The Queen of Spades" Shayna Baszler. During the match, Alexa Bliss shows up, distracting Baszler, Reginald and Nia Jax on the outside to the point that Nikki Cross hits all three of them with a cross body from the top rope to the outside. Later on in the match, Alexa hypnotizes Nia briefly, but when Reginald tries to stop her, Alexa takes both of them out before leaving. This distracts Shayna Baszler, and this allows Nikki to win with a La Magistral Cradle.

Kofi Kingston heads to the ring. Kofi says there are certain moments in our lives that occur and change us for better or worse, and says he does not know how last week has affected him yet after seeing Xavier Woods screaming and writhing in pain in the Cell. She says that Xavier Woods was there to have his back, but once he was in the Cell, he could not do anything for him. He says that people have disrespected Woods for a long time, thinking he is not up to snuff, and that Woods proved what kind of competitor he is. Kofi says that it is time to put some respect on Woods' name, then says that while Bobby Lashley won that match, what MVP did after that match was not okay, as MVP kept Woods locked in both the Cell and Lashley's Hurt Lock. He says he cannot get this image out of his mind, and promises that he will make Lashley pay when he beats him at Money In The Bank, takes everything from him and becomes WWE Champion. MVP shows up with his entourage and says that Kofi saying he will beat Lashley for the WWE Championship is the most ridiculous thing he has heard from him, then says he is looking forward to Money In The Bank and a live audience while looking past Kofi. MVP says Kofi is no threat to Lashley, who is currently on vacation and has passed a message to MVP where he states that he enjoyed doing what he did to Woods and that he looks forward to doing the same to Kofi. After MVP says that what Lashley will do to Kofi will make Brock Lesnar look like's child play, Kofi reminds MVP that Drew McIntyre beat Lashley within an inch of a life and would have won had it not for MVP, then says he has beaten Lashley and can beat him again. Kofi says that Lashley is more beatable than ever, as layers of Lashley's mystique have disappeared to the point that he is scrambling to grab a piece of his former success like MVP is doing. MVP says he has done what he has done for Lashley because he has deserved it, but Kofi says he has deserved to become WWE Champion and never took a day off when he was champ, taking the title to Ghana and returning to television the next day while Lashley is distracted and taking vacations. He says that Lashley's eyes are off the prize and that somebody else will take that prize, and that this somebody will be him. MVP says he respects Kofi's optimism and says that Woods was extremely optimistic about beating Lashley in Hell In A Cell. He then says that Lashley injured Woods to the point that he is not here, and that the odds of Woods returning next week are as slim as Kofi's title chances. Kofi says that Woods will show up next week as he has heart and determination, and says that MVP has been milking a knee injury for six months. MVP says he is not cleared for combat and would whip his ass if he was. After MVP insists he is hurt, Kofi rushes at MVP and hits him with the Trouble In Paradise, then tells him he was not too hurt when he helped Lashley retain the WWE Championship and that he is hurt now.

Backstage, Kevin Patrick interviews Eva Marie and Doudrop. Eva Marie says Doudrop made a rookie mistake and was overwhelmed at being at the forefront of the Eva-Lution. She then says "Poor thing" and says that she has requested a rematch of last week's match so that Doudrop can learn a lesson from her mistakes, then says that she will win and that the Eva-Lution will continue.

Eva Marie and Doudrop beat Asuka and Naomi despite Eva Marie leaving Doudrop high and dry, forcing her to finish the match on her own. After the match, Eva Marie declares herself the winner.

Backstage, Sarah Schreiber interviews The Miz and John Morrison. Miz says that Morrison will not only win the Money In The Bank Ladder Match, but that he will also cash in due to his tutelage. Morrison says he may not be the fastest or strongest, he is the smartest, and Miz says that they will know when to strike. Suddenly, Ricochet is interviewing them, not Sarah Schreiber. He reveals he has Morrison's Drip Stick, with which he squirts Miz and Morrison with.

Ricochet vs. John Morrison ends in a double count-out after Ricochet hits a top rope cross body to the barricade on Morrison.

Backstage, Charlotte Flair talks with Natalya and Tamina, saying they have respect for the business and upholding a family legacy in common and that they know what it takes to lead a division unlike their opponents. Natalya says that they have nothing to be concerned about tonight, and Tamina says that they will get their receipt back from last week tonight. Charlotte says that tonight, the three of them will prove that respect is earned.

Charlotte Flair, Natalya and Tamina beat Mandy Rose, Dana Brooke and Rhea Ripley. After the match, Rhea Ripley hits Charlotte Flair with a chop block in response to Charlotte hitting her with one near the end of the match.

Backstage, Jaxson Ryker is hitting himself in the back with a leather strap. When Akira Tozawa runs past, R-Truth shows up and asks Jaxson Ryker questions. Ryker says he is preparing himself for battle. He then talks about his strap match with Elias, saying Elias will have nowhere to run, and says that he is purging himself of any weakness and exploring where to put the most pain on his opponent. When R-Truth asks if he can borrow the strap afterwards to whip Tozawa with, he gets no response as Ryker keeps hitting himself.

Jaxson Ryker beats Elias in a Strap Match.

Backstage, Damian Priest congratulates Matt Riddle on his battle royal win tonight, then Riddle says he is Randy Orton and asks what he wants. After Priest mentions Burger King, Riddle stops the charade, but Priest tells Riddle that Orton is fortunate to have him as a friend.

Backstage, Kevin Patrick interviews Drew McIntyre, who says that tonight's Triple Threat Match reminds him of the Battle of Edinburgh before going of a tangent, then says he will not show his card before going into the ring and winning tonight and in the Money In The Bank Ladder Match.

Drew McIntyre beats "The Phenomenal" AJ Styles and Matt Riddle in a Last Chance Triple Threat Money In The Bank Qualifying Match after hitting the Claymore Kick on Riddle after Omos pulls Styles out of a pinfall attempt. During the match, Riddle injured his foot after accidentally ramming it into the steel steps. Riddle is taking to the back where his foot is taped up, but he shows up near the end of the match in an attempt to win.

Raw Talk: Drew McIntyre plans on being the next Money In The Bank winner.

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

Raw Deal - Raw recap for June 21, 2021

It's time for The VIP Lounge. MVP, Bobby Lashley and their entourage enter the ring. MVP gives Lashley the opportunity to say a few words, and Lashley says that he and Drew McIntyre went through hell and that McIntyre almost took him to the limits, then says that McIntyre's best was still not enough. MVP and Lashley celebrate the fact that McIntyre can never challenge Lashley for the WWE Championship again, then MVP proposes a toast to Lashley just before The New Day (Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods) show up with a serving cart with toast on it. The New Day then throw toast into the ring, and MVP says that Kofi and Xavier's clownery is why they were not even on late night's show and that they will continue to cosplay and play video games as he and Lashley enjoy the finer things in life. Kofi says that it is well-documented that he surrounds himself with people trusts rather than users who will chew one up and spit one out when the world runs dry, and asks Lashley if he thinks MVP and his entourage will hang around when he beats him for the WWE title. Lashley says that will never happen and that he will never lose to someone like Kofi or Woods, whom he says are much below his level, but Kofi reminds Lashley that he had already beaten him once before. Kofi then mentions that Lashley has no opponent for Money In The Bank and challenges him for the WWE Championship. MVP is reluctant, but Lashley accepts, saying that Drew McIntyre helped Kofi Kingston win. Lashley then proposes that to keep their match at Money In The Bank one-on-one by facing Woods tonight, underestimating and mocking Woods as he does. Woods reminds Lashley of his accomplishments while in WWE, and tells Lashley to keep underestimating him. Woods accepts the match, then looks up and says that their match will be a Hell In A Cell Match. The Cell is then seen above the ring. Lashley once again accepts the match, then MVP also accepts.

In footage from earlier today, "The Phenomenal" AJ Styles and Omos run into The Viking Raiders (Ivar and Erik), and Styles says that they are nothing. After Ivar reminds them that they beat them, Styles says that he will qualify for the Money In The Bank Ladder Match before beating "two stinky barbarians." Erik reminds Styles that they beat him and Omos once and that they "these two stinky barbarians" will beat him again. Styles slaps the turkey leg out of Ivar's hand, and Erik has to hold Ivar back.

Ricochet beats "The Phenomenal" AJ Styles to qualify for the men's Money In The Bank Ladder Match after The Viking Raiders (Ivar and Erik) attack Omos and send him crashing through the barricade.

Backstage, Randy Orton is met by Matt Riddle with "RK-Bro" merchandise and says that if he wins the Money In The Bank briefcase, he will use it to hide his stash of Burger King Whoppers. Backstage, Randy Orton is met by Matt Riddle with "RK-Bro" merchandise and says that if he wins the Money In The Bank briefcase, he will use it to hide his stash of Burger King Whoppers. As Riddle talks about his fear of the Burger King, Orton asks him what he wants. Riddle says he wants pointers on the Money In The Bank Ladder Match. Orton tells Riddle to stay out of his way, but Riddle says they will have to face each other for the MITB contract.

Backstage, Kevin Patrick interviews Eva Marie and Piper Niven. Eva Marie says it has been five years since she has been in a WWE ring and everything had to be perfect, then mentions her manicure before saying she caught a cold. She then says that instead of throwing in the towel, she says that she had her protege take her place. Her protege then introduces herself as "Doudrop" at Eva Marie's insistence when she is about to say "Piper Niven."

Asuka and Naomi beat Eva Marie and Doudrop and qualify for the women's Money In The Bank Ladder Match when Eva Marie tags herself in and Doudrop refuses to help her out.

WWE officials Adam Pearce and Sonya Deville are in the ring, and they ask Rhea Ripley to come to the ring, which Rhea Ripley does. Pearce says that what Rhea Ripley did in last night's match was "completely unacceptable," saying that the disqualification rule was not meant to be abused. Ripley says that Charlotte Flair would have done the same thing, then Charlotte Flair shows up. Charlotte says she is proud of Rhea, for she was kicking Rhea's ass and Rhea proved that she is smarter and more clever than she thought she was, and proved she was a strategic competitor like her. Charlotte then says she will destroy Rhea Ripley, and Sonya says that if this is Charlotte's way of asking for a rematch, there will be on at Money In The Bank.

In footage from earlier today, Megan Morant interviews Natalya and Tamina in the middle of a photo shoot when Mandy Rose and Dana Brooke are training in the ring. Once again, both teams brawl, but Mandy and Dana quickly overpower them.

The Miz guests on commentary for the next match.

John Morrison beats Randy Orton and qualifies for the men's Money In The Bank Ladder Match after Orton is distracted by Matt Riddle chasing after The Miz on his scooter.

Backstage, Kevin Patrick interviews Nia Jax and "The Queen of Spades" Shayna Baszler. Nia says that what happened last night won't happen again tonight, and Baszler says that nobody scares her and nobody will keep her from qualifying for Money In The Bank tonight. Nia Jax then admits that there is something different about Alexa Bliss.

We hear from Nikki Cross, who says that she feels a spark inside of her that makes her feel like she can win the Money In The Bank Ladder Match, and now has the means of expressing that spark. She says that she will not be alone, because tonight, she represents everyone, no matter their shortcomings, and that her superhero costume embodies the spirit inside everyone.

Nikki Cross and Alexa Bliss beat Nia Jax and "The Queen of Spades" Shayna Baszler and qualify for the women's Money In The Bank Ladder Match after Alexa hypnotizes Reginald into nearly slapping Nia Jax, allowing Nikki Cross to drop kick Nia Jax before winning with a La Magistral Cradle on Shayna.

Backstage, WWE officials Adam Pearce and Sonya Deville meet with Drew McIntyre, who admits that while he went through a war last night, and while he is hurting more mentally than physically, he will never surrender. He says that if he is in hell, then he might as well keep going. Pearce and Sonya wish him good luck tonight.

Backstage, WWE officials Adam Pearce and Sonya Deville are met by several Superstars who want to know why they are not qualifying for the Money In The Bank Ladder Match. Sheamus says he should be automatically in the Money In The Bank Ladder Match by being United States Champion, but changes his tune when Adam Pearce says that his nose is fine and ready to defend the title. Jinder Mahal then proposes being considered as an alternate should something happen to one of the Money In The Bank Ladder Match's participants.

Matt Riddle beats Drew McIntyre with a Victory Roll. During the match, Randy Orton shows up to watch the match from the stage.

Backstage, Jaxson Ryker is met by Mansoor, who second guesses asking for advice when he sees him with a leather strap. Ryker then says to never let your enemy escape, as the ones closest to you can be wolves in sheep's clothing. He then mentions that he will be in a strap match against Elias next week, and says that with Elias being about the music, he says that the only music he will hear is the strap hitting his back. Mansoor then meets Mustafa Ali, who says he is asking the wrong questions to the wrong people, then says that the opportunity to qualify for Money In The Bank was stolen from people like them and that if he cannot climb the ladder to success, then he must build his own ladder.

Bobby Lashley beats Xavier Woods in a Hell In A Cell Match with the Hurt Lock. After the match, Lashley attacks Woods, and MVP locks himself inside the cell to keep Kofi Kingston out while Lashley puts Woods in the Hurt Lock again.

Raw Talk: Nikki Cross explains her new look.

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

Generation NXT - NXT recap for April 27, 2016

Asuka beats Eva Marie.

We see Samoa Joe beat Finn Balor for the NXT Championship during a house show at Lowell, Massachusetts.

The Revival (Scott Dawson and Dash Wilder) beat Matt Lee and Jeff Parker. After the match, Dawson says there's a reason why they're called The Revival. They put the NXT tag team division on notice, and announce that they won't stop until the NXT Tag Team Championships are back around their waists.

The Hype Bros (Zack Ryder and Mojo Rawley) beat Blake and Murphy. After the match, The Hype Bros are blindsided by The Revival (Scott Dawson and Dash Wilder).

Carmella beats Aliyah by submission.

"The Drifter" Elias Samson says that William Regal misinterpreted his words and lyrics, but he'll make himself clear soon enough against when he beats Shinsuke Nakamura to prove he should have never drifted into NXT.

Next week: Austin Aries is in action!

"The King of Strong Style" Shinsuke Nakamura beats "The Drifter" Elias Samson.

Generation NXT - NXT recap for March 16, 2016

Sami Zayn shows up to start the show. He says he didn't have a match with Samoa Joe; he had a war. He came up short, but he has not regrets about the match, and still plans on being a two-time NXT Champion. As he talks about NXT TakeOver: Dallas and how he deserves something special, NXT General Manager William Regal shows up. Regal agrees he deserves something, and announces that at NXT TakeOver: Dallas, Sami Zayn will face none other than new NXT signee and former IWGP Intercontinental Champion, "The King of Strong Style" Shinsuke Nakamura. Nakamura appears on the TitanTron, telling him he'll see him at NXT TakeOver: Dallas.

The Hype Bros (Zack Ryder and Mojo Rawley) beat Angelo Dawkins and Kenneth Crawford.

NXT was at the Arnold Classic in Columbus, Ohio for the second year in a row.

Emma and Dana Brooke run into Deonna Purrazzo, who mock her for being unable to beat Asuka weeks ago. Emma says the Emmalution can't stop and won't stop, but Deonna says the Emmalution will be stopped tonight. Emma and Dana Brooke don't take her seriously.

Emma beats Deonna Purrazzo with the Emma Lock.

The Vaudevillains (Aiden English and Simon Gotch) stretch out backstage.

Tommaso Ciampa beats Jesse Sorensen by submission.

Asuka and Bayley beat Nia Jax and Eva Marie after Nia Jax accidentally hits a leg drop on Eva Marie. After the match, NXT General Manager William Regal says that Bayley has set the standard for what it means to be a champion in NXT, and Asuka has elevated an already stand-out NXT Divas Division even higher. Regal declares Asuka the new #1 contender to the NXT Women's Championship. Asuka stares crazily at Bayley before leaving the ring.

Tom Phillips and Corey Graves interview Austin Aries via satellite. He says Baron Corbin made a mistake blindsiding him, and that he will soon find out at NXT TakeOver: Dallas that lessons are the only things given and that "it'll be a great day to be great and a bad day to be you."

American Alpha (Jason Jordan and Chad Gable) beat The Vaudevillains (Aiden English and Simon Gotch) to become #1 contenders to the NXT Tag Team Championships!

Generation NXT - NXT recap for February 24, 2016

American Alpha (Jason Jordan and Chad Gable) beat Blake and Murphy.

William Regal announces that Samoa Joe and Sami Zayn shall square off in a 2-out-of-3 Falls match in two weeks' time. He also announces that a huge new signing has happened, and we'll hear more about it soon.

We hear a song from "The Drifter" Elias Samson.

Apollo Crews beats Christopher Girard.

Bayley says she's glad to have Carmella on her side, and knows she will make a good Women's champion someday. Carmella says she's not done chasing the NXT Women's Championship yet, but tonight she's focused on payback against Eva Marie and Nia Jax, and wants to show her how it's done where she comes from. As for Asuka, Bayley knows that she wants the Women's title.

We see raw camera footage of Enzo Amore being attacked by Dash & Dawson (Dash Wilder and Scott Dawson) outside of the WWE Performance Center. Colin Cassady gets a few shots in before the brawl is broken up and Dash & Dawson run away.

Tommaso Ciampa beats Bull Dempsey by submission.

Samoa Joe says he's not impressed with William Regal's decision, and is tired of jumping through hoops. He says he's the one that made NXT hot, and says that Sami Zayn will now suffer twice as much before he figures out that Samoa Joe is destined to become the next NXT Champion.

Nia Jax and Eva Marie beats Bayley and Carmella.

Finn Balor's NXT Championship reign is about to be the longest of all time...and is leading to a match next week against the man with the current record: Neville.

Generation NXT - NXT recap for November 25, 2015

Michael Cole is in the ring to start tonight's show. He is substituting for William Regal, who is recovering from successful surgery. Regal has put him in charge for tonight's NXT, and he also announces that Eva Marie vs. Bayley for the NXT Women's Championship will happen tonight. He also has the official contract for the NXT Championship match between Samoa Joe and Finn Balor at NXT TakeOver: London, and that the contract signing is happening right now. Finn Balor shows up before Cole can even introduce him. Balor tells Joe he did what he had to do to make the match a thing, and he tells Joe to get over here, sign the contract, and look him in the eye and know that he's not entitled to a title shot. Joe shows up, gets in the ring, signs the contract and leaves in one efficient motion without even doing so much as glancing at Balor. Balor signs soon after. The match is set. As Balor leaves, however, Joe rushes back out, attacks Balor and eventually chokes him out in the Coaquina Clutch.

Dash & Dawson (Dash Wilder and Scott Dawson) retain the NXT Tag Team Championships against The Vaudevillains (Aiden English and Simon Gotch). After the match, Enzo Amore and Colin Cassady return and attack the champs.

Tom Phillips interviews Eva Marie. They're in William Regal's office so she can prepare for her title match. Eva says the match is inevitable, and while she respects Bayley, she says it's time for a real woman to win the Women's title. She says she has the support of the WWE Universe (to which she turns around and looks at gifts with the Total Divas logo on them, and says "Thank you, Total Divas!), as well as the support of Nia Jax, whom she was seen talking to in private a couple of weeks ago.

"The Drifter" Elias Sampson sings a song for us.

Dana Brooke vs. Asuka ends before it can even begin when Emma attacks Asuka from behind and puts her in the Emma Lock.

Tom Phillips interviews Bayley. Bayley says the one difference between Eva Marie and her is that she is a wrestler, and she plans to prove that tonight.

Sami Zayn returns soon...

Apollo Crews beats Jesse Sorensen. After the match, Crews accepts his challenge for NXT TakeOver: London, and tells him that when they get in the ring, he will lay him down.

Baron Corbin says he will make Apollo Crews into the answer to a trivia question at NXT TakeOver: London, and that Apollo Nation will fall.

Main roster referee Charles Robinson shows up to announce that he has been sent to the ring by WWE corporate to ensure that the NXT Women's Championship is called right down the middle.

Despite the interference of Nia Jax and two refs going down (one of them Charles Robinson), Bayley retains the NXT Women's Championship against Eva Marie. After the match, Nia Jax lays Bayley out with two leg drops.

Generation NXT - NXT recap for November 4, 2015

Asuka beats Cameron - who hasn't been seen on WWE programming in months - with the Asuka lock.

Carmella says that Colin Cassady has a sprained MCL. Before she can say what happened to Enzo Amore, Dash & Dawson (Dash Wilder and Scott Dawson) show up. Carmella tells them that when Enzo and Big Cass come back, they'll be sorry they messed with them. Dash & Dawson then say that next week, they will take the NXT Tag Team Championships away from The Vaudevillains (Aiden English and Simon Gotch). They then ask Tom Phillips to hand the Vaudevillains a wheelchair as a parting gift when they lose.

Jason Jordan feels he and Chad Gable aren't where they should be, but Gable says they're still moving up and they're on the road to being the best tag team in NXT. Gable still feels they need a plan, and JJ has one: challenge The Ascension (Konnor and Viktor), beat them and make an even bigger name for themselves next week.

Bull Dempsey - now with a new theme song - beats Angelo Dawkins.

Tom Phillips interviews The Vaudevillains. They're not impressed with the wheelchair insult, and say that what Dash & Dawson (Dash Wilder and Scott Dawson) did to Enzo Amore and Colin Cassady wasn't pretty...but neither was their road to the top. They plan to retain the NXT Tag Team Championships next week, and continue to be gentlemen doing so while building an NXT legacy. They then push the wheelchair away.

We see Apollo Crews glance at the NXT title before leaving the locker room.

Tom Phillips interviews Bayley, who says that she has partners for the six-person tag team match: The Hype Bros (Zack Ryder and Mojo Rawley).

Eva Marie beats Gionna Daddio (who isn't even mentioned by name).

Emma and Dana Brooke say that they're not scared of Asuka, and Emma admits Asuka has her utmost respect. They're just freaked out by her weird, mocking behavior. Emma then says she plans to give Asuka a warm welcome.

Apollo Crews vs. Finn Balor for the NXT Championship comes to an abrupt end when Baron Corbin attacks both men. Samoa Joe rushes nto the ring to chase Corbin out of the ring, then attacks Finn Balor.

Generation NXT - NXT recap for September 23, 2015

Eva Marie beats Carmella by count-out after Carmella hits her head on the ramp after being tossed out of the ring.

Tyler Breeze beats Bull Dempsey after pulling Bull off the top rope and using the ropes for leverage.

Asuka is coming up next.

We see footage from the Texas tour, which spanned Houston, Austin and San Antonio.

William Regal is in the ring, which has a table and chairs in it. Regal introduces Japanese women's wrestling superstar Kana, who will go by the name Asuka in NXT. Before she signs her contract, she says that she is happy to be here in NXT. She calls it a dream come true, and plans to become a champion. She then signs, but before she can shake hands with Regal, Dana Brooke and Emma show up. They call themselves "NXT's welcoming committee," say they're the ones in charge here, and that they ran Charlotte and Becky Lynch out of NXT. They tell Asuka to get out of their ring, and she does...but at the top of the ramp, she looks back at them with a smile, her eyes read. Emma and Dana don't know what to make of it.

Tyler Breeze's match against Apollo Crews is official for NXT TakeOver: Respect. Apollo Crews messes with Breeze backstage.

In Austin, Dash Wilder and Scott Dawson beat The Vaudevillians (Aiden English and Simon Gotch) to continue on in the Dusty Rhodes Tag Team Classic.

Finn Balor and Samoa Joe take on Enzo Amore and Colin Cassady next week as part of the Dusty Rhodes Tag Team Classic.

The Hype Bros (Zack Ryder and Mojo Rawley) plan to beat Jason Jordan and Chad Gable. Meanwhile, JJ and Gable tell them that their road ends here. The winner of this match will take on Rhyno and Baron Corbin in the semi-finals.

The Vaudevillains (Aiden English and Simon Gotch) retain the NXT Tag Team Championships against Blake and Murphy. Early in the match, Blue Pants returns and takes Alexa Bliss out of the equation.

Enzo Amore and Colin Cassady plan to beat Samoa Joe and Finn Balor in the Dusty Rhodes Tag Team Classic, saying that their respect for them is going to go out the window. As for Joe and Balor, they tell Enzo and Big Cass they're looking at the two big dogs on the block.

Generation NXT - NXT recap for September 2, 2015

Rhyno and Baron Corbin beat The Ascension (Konnor and Viktor) to continue to the next round of the Dusty Rhodes Tag Team Classic after Corbin stops The Fall of Man.

Devin Taylor interviews Neville and Solomon Crowe. Neville has high respect for Dusty Rhodes, who says that Rhodes is the reason for where he is where he is and has eternal gratitude for him. Crowe considers it an honor to be in the Dusty Rhodes Tag Team Classic, but an even bigger honor to be teaming with Neville.

Alexa Bliss beats Blue Pants.

William Regal is talking to two men when Tyler Breeze shows up. Breeze wants to know who these two men are, and wants a partner who will help him win the Dusty Rhodes Tag Team Classic. Regal tells him that the two men that he was talking to are Johnny Gargano and Tommaso Ciampa...and that he and his partner will face them next week. He also reveals his partner is none other than Bull Dempsey.

After her win last week, Emma says that without her and Paige, there would be no Divas Revolution.

Apollo Crews beats Martin Stone.

Devin Taylor interviews Jason Jordan and Chad Gable. They plan to make history when they beat Solomon Crowe and Neville. Also, Gable finally gets JJ to say his name at last.

Devin Taylor interviews Finn Balor, who will be defending the NXT title in Texas. Balor is excited to be there when NXT debuts there for the first time. We also learn that Finn Balor is teaming with Samoa Joe in the Dusty Rhodes Tag Team Classic, as Joe shows up and says that he plans to win it all. Both men shake hands.

Eva Marie beats Billie Kay (who has wrestled recently under her real name of Jessie McKay).

The Hype Bros (Zack Ryder and Mojo Rawley), Enzo Amore and Colin Cassady were thrilled to get the victory last week, but says there's nothing like the crowd in Brooklyn.

Next week: Finn Balor and Samoa Joe face The Lucha Dragons (Sin Cara and Kalisto) in the first round of the Dusty Rhodes Tag Team Classic!

Jason Jordan and Chad Gable beat Solomon Crowe and Neville to continue to the next round of the Dusty Rhodes Tag Team Classic.

Generation NXT - NXT recap for July 22, 2015

Finn Balor shows up for the first time on NXT television since winning the NXT Championship from Kevin Owens. Finn says that all the choices and sacrifices were worth it when he won the title. As for Kevin Owens, he and Owens have a championship rematch at NXT TakeOver: Brooklyn that will be made official later tonight in an official contract signing. Balor gives Owens credit where credit is due, but given Owens' accomplishments, Owens still hasn't beaten Finn Balor, and he plans to walk out of TakeOver: Brooklyn as NXT Champion.

Devin Taylor interviews Eva Marie. Eva Marie thanks William Regal for the opportunity, and tells the NXT Universe to open their eyes as they will like what they see.

Eva Marie beats Cassie in her NXT re-debut.

William Regal is on the phone when he notices Tyler Breeze is in his office. Tyler Breeze wants something good for NXT TakeOver: Brooklyn. Regal says he's working on it.

Baron Corbin very quickly beats an unnamed opponent.

Samoa Joe - now with a new theme song - beats Mike Rallis. During the match, it is revealed that Samoa Joe will take on Rhyno in two weeks' time.

Devin Taylor interviews Emma and Dana Brooke. They mock Bayley, and Emma says she plans to break Bayley's spirit.

Bayley beats Emma in her first match back since Emma injured her right hand after Dana Brooke gets ejected for trying to interfere in the match. After the match, Bayley says she's glad to be back, but she's back for the NXT Women's Championship. She wants a match with Charlotte in her quest to beat the best.

Devin Taylor interviews Charlotte. Charlotte accepts Bayley's challenge, then Dana Brooke shows up, saying she wants to beat her. Charlotte says Bayley can wait a week, and tells Dana she plans to make a statement that she won't forget.

The Vaudevillians (Aiden English and Simon Gotch) beat Sawyer Fulton and Angelo Dawkins.

Blake, Murphy and Alexa Bliss plan to walk out of NXT TakeOver: Brooklyn with the NXT Tag Team Championships.

William Regal is in the ring to oversee the official contract signing of Finn Balor vs. Kevin Owens in a rematch for the NXT Championship at NXT TakeOver: Brooklyn. It doesn't take long before Kevin Owens decides to make his own way into the ring. Regal the introduces Finn Balor. Owens asks Balor how it feels to be champion and still be the underdog at TakeOver: Brooklyn, and talks about what he's done in NXT since he arrived. He then tells Balor that he will prove what happened in Japan was just a fluke when he leaves Brooklyn as NXT Champion. Balor tells Owens he likes to talk, and in Brooklyn, he plans to shove his words down his throat. Balor signs the contract, then Owens and Regal do likewise. Owens then topples the table and goes after Balor, and also attacks William Regal. Balor runs Owens out of the ring, and Owens retreats.

Layin 'da SmackDown! - SmackDown recap for August 15, 2014

The Miz kicks off the show with Miz TV! He promises to defend the WWE Intercontinental Championship successfully at SummerSlam, then mentor the younger WWE Superstars. Speaking of the younger Superstars of the WWE, Miz brings out tonight's special guest: Roman Reigns. When Miz mentions that Reigns is his mom's favorite superstar, he says "Tell your mom I said what's up." Miz asks Reigns if he's ready for Orton, and if he's not, Miz implies he's going to be remembered as a failure. As Miz continues to ask questions, Roman Reigns punches Miz in the "moneymaker" for his constant remarks, causing Miz to flee. As for Orton, Roman respects him for his championship-winning attitude, but he plans to put him out at SummerSlam.

Dean Ambrose beats Cesaro. Seth Rollins shows up after the match and tells him he plans to win this Sunday at SummerSlam and prove he's the future of the WWE and better than some "lunatic" that he was never, ever friends with.

Kane talks to The Miz in the back. The Miz wants Roman Reigns banned from Miz TV, but Kane has a better idea: Miz vs. Reigns tonight!

Dolph Ziggler beats Titus O'Neil.

"The World's Strongest Man" Mark Henry beats Luke Harper by disqualification after interference by Erick Rowan. Big Show chases Harper and Rowan out of the ring after that. During the commercial break, Kane shows up and restarts the match as a tag team match: Mark Henry and Big Show vs. The Wyatt Family (Luke Harper and Erick Rowan).

"The World's Strongest Man" Mark Henry and Big Show beat The Wyatt Family (Luke Harper and Erick Rowan).

Eva Marie beats AJ Lee by count-out, after Paige distracts AJ, causing AJ to go for the kill and attack her outside the ring long enough to fail to make it back to the ring before the ten count. Eva Marie runs when AJ gets angry. When AJ turns around, Paige kicks AJ in the face before hitting the Paige Turner.

Jack Swagger makes quick work of Bo Dallas with the Patriot Lock. After the match, Rusev and Lana show up, and Lana says that the winner of Sunday's match at SummerSlam will have their country's flag raised high above the ring. Rusev plans to dedicate his victory to Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin.

After the match, Bo Dallas makes excuses for his loss on the WWE App.

Roman Reigns beats The Miz after Dolph Ziggler keeps The Miz from running away.

Raw Deal - Raw recap for August 11, 2014

Paul Heyman and Brock Lesnar kick the show off with a bang. Lesnar has a message for fans of John Cena: bad things happen when you get in the ring with Brock Lesnar, and after SummerSlam, John Cena won't be seen again for long. Heyman goes on to say that the WWE is Brock's house now, and he's coming home soon.

When Roman Reigns gets in the ring tonight, he meets Kane, who is now unmasked and in a suit again. Triple H and Stephanie McMahon's hand-picked opponent for him tonight? Rybaxel (Curtis Axel and Ryback).

Roman Reigns beats Rybaxel (Curtis Axel and Ryback) by disqualification after Rybaxel keep double-teaming Roman outside of the ring, refusing to listen to the ref. After the match, Reigns quickly overpowers them. Shortly afterwards, Renee Young interviews Roman. It's clearly obvious he's ready for SummerSlam, as he's not afraid of Randy Orton.

Randy Orton tells Kane he'll end Roman Reigns this Sunday at SummerSlam. Kane tells him he's got an opponent tonight to get him ready for Sunday...Sheamus.

Seth Rollins beats Rob Van Dam. After the match, Rollins messes with the biggest present for Hulk Hogan on the top of the entrance ramp. As he leaves, Dean Ambrose pops out of it and chases Rollins into the audience before telling the WWE Universe that he's going to get more than his money's worth beating Rollins up at SummerSlam.

Stephanie McMahon shows up. She brings Daniel Bryan's physical therapist, Megan Miller, to the ring. Megan confesses that she can't be his physical therapist because she's had an affair with him. Brie Bella shows up and Stephanie tells her that Daniel Bryan used her and called her "a dead fish." Brie slaps Megan, then she goes after Stephanie and puts her in the Yes! Lock until officials pull her off of Stephanie. Stephanie then says they're not waiting until SummerSlam...they're doing this tonight.

Jack Swagger beats Cesaro. After the match, Zeb tells Lana and Rusev that Swagger will reign supreme at SummerSlam. Rusev and Lana show up to stare at Zeb and Swagger from the entrance ramp.

Michael Cole leaves the room, and Bray Wyatt does the interviewing with Chris Jericho. Needless to say, it gets crazy.

Eva Marie beats AJ Lee after the distraction by Paige. Paige apologizes to AJ for last week, then says he's winning the Divas title back Sunday. After Paige leaves, AJ takes her anger out on Eva Marie.

Tomorrow on Main Event: The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) issue an open challenge for the WWE Tag Team Championships!

John Cena shows up. He refuses to lay down for Brock Lesnar at SummerSlam, and says Lesnar will have to make him lose if he wants to take the WWE World Heavyweight Championship from him. He says that to fight a beast, he must become one, and he promises to unleash a John Cena we have never seen before in order to beat Lesnar. He then says the WWE is our house, and calls out Lesnar to kick him out of his living room. Lesnar doesn't show up, but Cena takes the time to tell Paul Heyman that he will conquer the conqueror on Sunday.

When Brie Bella heads out to the ring for her match with Stephanie McMahon, Stephanie shows up not dressed for competition, and announces that Megan Miller now wants to press charges. Brie is arrested, and Stephanie gloats about it.

The Miz guests on commentary for the next match.

Heath Slater beats Dolph Ziggler by count-out after Ziggler goes after The Miz. After the match, Dolph Ziggler tries to show good sportsmanship towards Slater, but Slater tries to kick him in the gut. Ziggler reverses the kick into a Zig Zag.

Randy Orton beats Sheamus.

All the Superstars and Divas are out for Hulk Hogan's birthday party. Jimmy Hart and "Mean" Gene Okerlund kick off the proceedings! After a video package of Hogan's WWE and WCW careers, Hulk showers his love for the WWE Universe and his fans. Ric Flair shows up, as does "Mr. Wonderful" Paul Orndorff, "Rowdy" Roddy Piper, and Kevin Nash and Scott Hall in nWo shirts. Hulk Hogan takes off the red and yellow shirt to reveal an nWo tanktop underneath. As old friends celebrate, Brock Lesnar and Paul Heyman crash the party, but Cena runs into the ring to confront Lesnar. Lesnar and Heyman retreat.

Live on the WWE Network, the celebration continues. Heath Slater and Titus O'Neil try to send in the cake, but they argue over who gives it to Hulk Hogan to the point that the cake is all over Titus and he and Heath have a cake fight. Another, bigger cake is brought in with "$9.99" candles on top, and everyone sings "Happy Birthday." Everyone leaves, and Hulk Hogan has the ring to himself. The celebration ends with loads of confetti raining down on the arena.

Throughout the show, various celebrities wished Hulk Hogan a happy birthday.