RAW May 5, 2014 Live Discussion

[Rogue]

When:
United States: LIVE, Monday Night, May 5, at 8/7c on the USA Network
United Kingdom: Tuesday Morning, May 6, at 1AM on SkySportsHD3

Where:
Times Union Center
Albany, NY

RAW Five-Point Review

WWE’s Extreme holiday has come and gone, but the WWE Universe will feel the reverberations of Extreme Rules 2014 for some time, as Daniel Bryan retained his illustrious WWE World Heavyweight Championship in a brutal battle against Kane, The Shield put a halt to Evolution, The New Face of Fear wore a wide, wicked smile, and a new Intercontinental Champion was crowned.

1. Halting Evolution

To say they put their bodies on the line at Extreme Rules is an understatement, as The Hounds of Justice pulled out all the stops in a stunning battle against the combined might of Evolution. United as ever, The Shield emerged from the IZOD Center victorious, vanquishing a legendary trio of opponents in a match that saw Seth Rollins, Dean Ambrose & Roman Reigns showcase their wealth of talent — and their willingness to take risks when their reputation is on the line or their toughness is called into question.

But with WWE COO Triple H as the figurehead of Evolution, where do these two teams go from here? Surely The Game isn’t yet done with the black-clad trio. Might pay-per-view tensions spill onto Raw? Tune in tonight to find out.

2. Spreading The New Face of Fear

After one of the most haunting victories in WWE history, Bray Wyatt comes to Raw with sights set on … well, the whole world.
His victory over John Cena in a truly unsettling Steel Cage Match at Extreme Rules may have served only to further spread The Eater of Worlds’ message of fear and loathing, as the disturbing appearance of “Little Johnny” at ringside literally stopped the Cenation leader in his tracks and spun him into the arms of Bray Wyatt — and Sister Abigail.

With his sway threatening to encompass more members of the WWE Universe on a weekly basis, what new message might Bray Wyatt have on Raw?

3. Bryan extinguishes Kane

He may have gone through hellfire and brimstone to do it, but Daniel Bryan walked out of Extreme Rules with his WWE World Heavyweight Championship in tow.

Though he may have extended it last night, when it comes to The Beard, it seems like his is the most vulnerable of title reigns in recent memory. The Authority’s mad-on for the submission specialist is well-known, as Stephanie McMahon herself made an overt attempt to have Bryan sit out his scheduled title match against the Demon Kane at the pay-per-view.

Now that Extreme Rules has come and gone and Bryan has survived The Devil’s Favorite Demon, what new, hellish roadblocks does The Authority have in store for the fan-favorite WWE World Heavyweight Champion? Find out tonight on USA Network at 8/7 CT, and be sure to tune in to the Raw Pre-Show at 7:30 p.m. ET and Backstage Pass right after Raw!

4. Title-Bearer of Bad News

We’ve got some bad news for you, WWE Universe — there’s a new Intercontinental Champion in town. Sunday at Extreme Rules, Bad News Barrett delivered the goods in an all-out brawl against entering champion Big E, as the British grappler reclaimed the illustrious title in a hard-fought championship bout.

Now that Bad News is the new gold standard, what does it mean for the rest of the WWE locker room? And who might step up to knock Barrett off his podium? Find out tonight on USA Network at 8/7 CT!

5. Paige ushers in new Divas era

In her first Divas Title defense, Paige defeated the always-intimidating Tamina in a hard-fought match at Extreme Rules. Though her victory over former Divas Champion AJ Lee may have come as a shock to the WWE Universe, the former WWE NXT standout has developed a quick track record inside the WWE ring.

Now that she’s proven capable of answering the call under the pressure-packed environment of a pay-per-view, what’s next for the Divas Champion? And, for that matter, what’s next for an embattled Divas division that boasts serious threats from all corners? From AJ to “Total Divas” stars The Bella Twins, Cameron, Naomi and Natalya, Paige has a target painted squarely on her back. Who will step up next to challenge for the butterfly-emblazoned title?

 

[Snowman1]

Hey Shadow, your boy is defending his US belt in a 20-man battle royal tonight.

inb420jobbers

haha 420

 

[Brad.]

Hey Shadow, your boy is defending his US belt in a 20-man battle royal tonight.

inb420jobbers

haha 420

Perfect way to debut Bo. He can accidentally win it. His gimmick probably needs a title for casuals to understand it.

 

[Snowman1]

Perfect way to debut Bo. He can accidentally win it. His gimmick probably needs a title for casuals to understand it.

Can't believe I'm saying this, but... Wow, Brad, that's actually a pretty killer idea. Something like Kane trying to chokeslam Kofi out of the ring, Kofi reverses into a rana and they both fall out, leaving Bo with the belt?

Assumed he could restart his feud with Barrett and go after the IC belt. Those two gimmicks going up against one another would be priceless. So would the eventual double-turn.

 

[Brad.]

Can't believe I'm saying this, but... Wow, Brad, that's actually a pretty killer idea. Something like Kane trying to chokeslam Kofi out of the ring, Kofi reverses into a rana and they both fall out, leaving Bo with the belt?

Assumed he could restart his feud with Barrett and go after the IC belt. Those two gimmicks going up against one another would be priceless. So would the eventual double-turn.

Double turn? They're both heels?

 

[Snowman1]

Double turn? They're both heels?

In this hypothetical scenario you'd have to have heat magnet Bo playing babyface as this incredibly positive fellow going up against Bad News, who's already getting a lot of babyface heat... haha, if it happens we can discuss it then. Like your idea of Bo just randomly winning the belt well enough.

 

[Leo C]

Looking forward to the show. I'd mark very, very hard for Bo winning the belt (and it'd help his gimmick a lot).

 

[Leo C]

Opening with the title match? Sweet

 

[ShaRpY HaRdY]

Interesting opener.

 

[Leo C]

Woods out already? haha

 

[ShaRpY HaRdY]

Lol Sandow taking on Henry?? Jesus christ.

 

[Nero_x3]

YES SHEAMUS

 

[WarMachine1]

They're breaking up

 

[Leo C]

Sheamus winning was quite unexpected.

 

[WarMachine1]

The Shield breaking up won't be if that happens tonight