The intense rivalry between Rhea Ripley and Raquel Rodriguez reached a boiling point on WWE Monday Night Raw as the two powerhouses clashed in an Anything Goes Match in the main event. The brutal encounter capped off a show packed with high-stakes action, shocking returns, and heated rivalries, all building toward WWE’s return to primetime on NBC with Saturday Night’s Main Event.
The flagship show also featured a fiery promo from Seth “Freakin” Rollins, a chaotic eight-man tag match, and the latest developments in the Women’s Intercontinental Title Tournament. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the night’s events.
Finn Bálor Interrupted Gunther
The show opened with a tense confrontation between Finn Bálor and Gunther, setting the tone for the night. Bálor, flanked by The Judgment Day, exchanged verbal jabs with the Intercontinental Champion before chaos erupted.
Gunther initially held his own against the four-on-one assault, but Damian Priest intervened, only to be taken out by The Ring General. The tide turned when Bálor delivered a Sling Blade to Gunther, followed by three consecutive Coup de Graces to Priest. The segment ended with Bálor holding both the tag team and world championships high, sending a clear message ahead of Gunther’s title defense at Saturday Night’s Main Event.
This segment teased a potential alliance between Gunther and Priest to counter The Judgment Day’s growing dominance, though a Triple Threat Match for the world title seems increasingly likely.
The Final Testament & The Miz took on The Wyatt Sicks
In a chaotic Eight-Man Tag Team Match, The Miz teamed up with The Final Testament to take on the eerie faction known as The Wyatt Sicks.
The match saw interference from Scarlett, who was neutralized by Nikki Cross with a Lou Thesz Press. The action escalated when Uncle Howdy hit Sister Abigail on Karrion Kross, only for The Miz to make a last-minute save.
The turning point came with the surprise return of Paul Ellering, who blinded Uncle Howdy with powder, allowing Kross to hit the Final Prayer for victory.
Liv Morgan and Dakota Kai Faced Off Ahead of Saturday Night’s Main Event
In a non-title match, Liv Morgan faced Dakota Kai as she prepared for her upcoming title defense at Saturday Night’s Main Event.
The match was marred by interference from the Pure Fusion Collective, who distracted Kai at key moments. Despite Kai’s best efforts, including a devastating kick, the distractions allowed Morgan to capitalize with the Oblivion for the win.
After the match, Damage CTRL came to Kai’s aid, preventing a full-scale attack by the Pure Fusion Collective. However, Morgan managed to hit another Oblivion on IYO SKY, standing tall over her challenger ahead of their title clash.
Seth “Freakin” Rollins Called CM Punk a Fraud
Seth Rollins delivered a scathing promo, responding to CM Punk’s earlier comments. Rollins accused Punk of abandoning those who cared about him when he left WWE in 2013, calling him a fraud.
McIntyre Attacks Sami Zayn
The segment took a turn when Sami Zayn interrupted, warning Rollins that his words echoed those of Drew McIntyre, who has been on a destructive path in recent weeks. Zayn announced a match against McIntyre for Saturday Night’s Main Event but was blindsided by the Scottish Warrior at the top of the ramp.
Lyra Valkyria Advances in the Semis of the Women’s Intercontinental Tournament
In a Triple Threat Match to determine the next semifinalist in the Women’s Intercontinental Title Tournament, Lyra Valkyria emerged victorious over Zelina Vega and Ivy Nile.
The fast-paced match saw Vega hit a Code Red on Nile, only for Valkyria to send her out of the ring. Valkyria then delivered the Nightwing to Nile, securing her spot in the semifinals alongside Dakota Kai.
The New Day Get Boo’d Out of the Arena
Xavier Woods and Kofi Kingston attempted to address the WWE Universe following last week’s controversial actions, but the crowd drowned them out with boos and chants of “Big E” and “New Day sucks.”
Frustrated, the duo left the ring without finishing their promo, further fueling speculation about their motivations and the potential return of Big E.
Rhea Ripley Outlasts Raquel Rodriguez in an Anything Goes Brawl
The main event saw Rhea Ripley and Raquel Rodriguez unleash chaos in an Anything Goes Match. Weapons like tables, kendo sticks, and trash cans came into play as both women sought to inflict maximum damage.
The turning point came when Liv Morgan interfered to aid her fellow Judgment Day member, only for IYO SKY to even the odds. Ripley capitalized on the chaos, slamming Rodriguez face-first into a steel chair wedged in the ropes before delivering a devastating Riptide through a table for the win.
After the match, Ripley and SKY stood tall, holding the Women’s World Title aloft, signaling their dominance heading into Saturday Night’s Main Event.
Match Card
| Match | Result |
|---|---|
| Eight-Man Tag Team Match | The Final Testament & The Miz def. The Wyatt Sicks |
| Non-Title Single’s Match | Liv Morgan (c) def. Dakota Kai |
| Women’s Intercontinental Tournament | Lyra Valkyria def. Zelina Vega and Ivy Nile |
| Anything Goes Match | Rhea Ripley def. Raquel Rodriguez |
With Saturday Night’s Main Event just days away, WWE Raw delivered a night of high-stakes action and dramatic developments, setting the stage for an explosive weekend in WWE.
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