Raw
October 21st:
Clevland, Ohio
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We get the usual video to start the show off before we cut to Michael Cole and Big Show who are sat at their commentary desk next to the entrance ramp!
Michael Cole: Hello and welcome to Monday Night Raw.
Big Show: We have a massive show in store tonight as Seth Rollins takes on Dominik Dijakovic!
Michael Cole: And in our main event Samoa Joe defends his United States title against Rusev in a street fight!
*SKY'S THE LIMIT (REMIX)*
Loud boos but a few cheers from the crowd as the Women's Universal champion Sasha Banks makes her way out. She has her shutter shades on as she walks down the ramp with a microphone in hand.
Michael Cole: Well it looks like it is BOSS TIME!
Big Show: The Women's Universal champion Sasha Banks is starting the show off and it looks like she has something to say.
Sasha is now in the ring as she looks at the crowd with her usual level of disdain. She takes a moment before shaking her head.
Sasha Banks: Just like Bayley, you people just can't move on can you?
Boos from the crowd as Banks smirks.
Sasha Banks: I beat her at Armageddon! And if she stepped into the ring with me, I'd just beat her again!
Sasha lifts her Women's Universal title into the air.
Sasha Banks: Hell it doesn't matter because anyone that steps into the ring with me is going to lose.
Sasha places the title on her shoulder.
Sasha Banks: And I'm about to prove it!
Sasha turns towards the entrance ramp and points.
Sasha Banks: I'm issuing an open challenge to anyone in the back who wants to fight me right now for this title!
Loud cheers from the crowd as a few chant “Becky” whilst others chant for “Bayley”
Sasha Banks: Expect Bayley!
Boos from the crowd as The Boss smirks. She walks over to the ropes and passes her Universal title to the timekeeper as she waits for her challenger to appear!
Cheers from the crowd who know who it is as MIA YIM from NXT makes her way out. She in her ring gear whilst also wearing a backwards baseball cap and a bandana over her face as she poses for the fans. Sasha meanwhile watches on from the ring.
Michael Cole: For those of you that don't know, that is Mia Yim from NXT.
Big Show: She is one of the toughest women on the NXT roster and grew up on the streets where she had to learn to always be ready for a fight!
Miz Yim now pulls down the bandana and smiles as she looks at the crowd. She sees one kid in the front row and walks up to him, as she gives him her hat! Nice touch from Mia Yim. Sasha meanwhile does a fake puking motion as she waits for Mia to step into the ring. Once inside we see The Boss taunts her and says this will be nothing like “her NXT”. The referee calls for the bell and the match is underway!
Match 1: Women's Universal title match: Sasha Banks (c) vs Mia Yim
Match summary: Sasha in the opening minute or two of the match shows Mia Yim very little respect. And this comes back to bite her as Mia Yim clocks her in the jaw and rocks Banks with several strikes forcing the champion out of the ring. Mia Yim has no problem following Banks to the outside and lays into her sending her into the barricades! She sends Banks into the ring post and looks to follow up with an enzugiri BUT BANKS DODGES CAUSING MIA YIM TO KICK THE RING POST!
Mia Yim falls to the floor and Banks sees what happened, letting out an evil smirk. From there most of the match involves Sasha Banks working over the right leg of Mia Yim. Mia Yim though shows her grit and fights through the pain. However, it proves too much as Sasha uses the weakened state Mia Yim is in and hits her with the BACKSTABBER! Mia kicks out at 2 so Sasha follows up with the FROG SPLASH for the 3 count as she retains her title!
Winner via pinfall and still Women's Universal champion: Sasha Banks (10:13)
Boos from the crowd as Sasha Banks get to her feet and demands she gets given her Universal title. Sasha snatches it from the timekeeper as she raises it into the air as she boasts to the crowd.
Michael Cole: Sasha Banks picks up another win and holds onto her Universal title but credit to Mia Yim. She pushed Sasha Banks to the limit tonight!
Big Show: But Sasha once again found a way to hold onto her title and you have to wonder who could possibly stop her?
Sasha Banks turns around as she sees Mia Yim slowly getting to her feet. The Boss smirks as she looks at her challenger tonight and offers her a handshake. Mia Yim is very wary and unsure of what to make of this. Sasha though keeps her arm out and insists Mia Yim shakes it. Mia finally shakes hands with Sasha as the crowd cheers the show of respect from the Boss...
Until she uses it to CLOTHESLINE MIA YIM! Boos reign down on the Boss as she stands over Mia Yim and mocks the NXT superstar. She then climbs onto Mia Yim and starts mounting her with several punches, really giving her a beating! She isn't done there however as she flips Mia Yim over and locks her in the BANK STATEMENT! The crowd are booing the hell out of Sasha as...
*TURN IT UP*
Bayley charges down the ramp with a kendo stick in hand! She sprints down the ramp and slides into the room which prompts Sasha to let go of the hold and once again flees from Bayley getting loud boos from the crowd. Sasha sprints up the ramp holding her Women's Universal title as Bayley slams the kendo stick down on the mat and dares Banks to come back to the ring. Sasha is having none of it however as she clutches her title tightly.
Michael Cole: And as soon as Bayley appears, Banks flees!
Big Show: Banks may think she is done with Bayley but the Hugger is far from done with her!
In the ring, Bayley turns her attention to Mia Yim. She drops her kendo stick and helps Mia Yim to her feet getting cheers from the crowd. The pair stare each other down as Bayley hugs Mia Yim before raising her arm into the air as the crowd cheer Mia Yim for her performance tonight as we head to a commercial break.
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We return from the commercial break as we see Bayley and Mia Yim walking through the back.
Mia Yim: Listen, I just want to say thanks for your help out there.
Bayley: Don't mention it, Mia. Any chance to get my hands on Sasha, I'll take it.
Before any other words can be exchanged however the Raw commissioner Paige walks into the shot getting the attention of the pair. She walks up to Mia first and offers her a handshake which Mia Yim accepts.
Paige: Hello Mia, and what a way to welcome yourself to Monday Night Raw!
Mia Yim: Thanks boss and it feels good to be here. However, I feel like if I had another crack at her, I'll become Women's Universal champion.
Bayley smiles and looks at Mia.
Bayley: Mia, I don't mean to step in but if anyone gets the next shot at Sasha it's me.
Mia looks to carry on but Paige steps in.
Paige: Listen girls, Sasha may call herself the Boss but there is only one boss in my house.
Bayley and Mia Yim turn towards Paige as the Raw commissioner continues.
Paige: And next week we will have a six-pack challenge match to choose who faces Sasha Banks at Survivor Series.
Bayley and Mia Yim nod.
Paige: You two are the first names in the match and you will also be joined by Kairi Sane after her win on the Armageddon pre-show!
Cheers from the crowd as the Sky Pirate gets the chance to earn another shot at Sasha Banks.
Paige: And the other three women joining you will be decided in qualifying matches later on tonight.
Bayley at this point turns to Mia Yim.
Bayley: Good luck Mia.
She offers a hand to Mia.
Mia Yim: I won't need luck.
Both women stare each other down as they shake hands smirking ready to go head to head as we cut back to the commentary team at ringside.
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Michael Cole: A big match announced for next week's Raw.
Big Show: Kairi Sane, Bayley, and Mia Yim are three women who have pushed Sasha Banks to the limits for the Universal Women's title over the last couple of months. And one of them could get a second chance at Survivor Series to dethrone the Legit Boss.
Michael Cole: But they will have to beat each other and three other women who will be determined by these three qualifying matches tonight.
Big Show: The self-proclaimed fricking legend Mickie James takes on the Brazilian Beauty Taynara Conti!
Michael Cole: The Golden Goddess Mandy Rose takes on the martial arts expert Xia Li!
Big Show: And last but certainly not least The Jersey Devil Sonya Deville takes on Tamina!
Michael Cole: However right now we are going to hear from our new World tag team champions the Authors of Pain!
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We cut to the two men who are sat down on chairs as they look at the camera. Neither man is in their usual ring attire and instead, the two super heavyweights are dressed in nice suits. They have the tag team titles around their waists as they look to speak.
Akam: Last week we promised to bring pain to the Raw tag division.
Rezar: And like lambs to the slaughter, teams lined up looking to fight us.
Akam: They have all lined up looking to get the first shot at us.
Rezar: But it doesn't matter. All they will get when they face us is pain.
Akam: So send whoever is next...
Rezar: As all they will get is pain.
Both men glare at the camera intensely as the camera fades to black and we cut back to the commentary team at ringside.
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Michael Cole: Strong words from the World tag team champions there!
Big Show: And I'm just getting word from Paige that we are going to find out whose next very soon as next week there will be a triple threat tag team match between The Street Profits, The Club, and The Lucha Dragons with the winners becoming the new number one contender's for the World tag team titles!
Michael Cole: Well we know the Street Profits and The Club will be looking to get a piece of each other but they will have to also keep their eyes on the Lucha Dragons or risk an upset.
Big Show: Agreed Michael, and The Lucha Dragons have their own issues with the champions dating back to the attack a few weeks ago.
The camera then pans to the backstage area as Dolph Ziggler is shown walking through the back! And the crowd goes wild as we are in Ziggler's home town of Clevland, Ohio!
Michael Cole: Would you listen to that reaction?
Big Show: Dolph Ziggler is a hero to the people of Clevland and they are going to see him in action next! Don't go anywhere!
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When we return from the commercial break, we see Ariya Davari stood in the ring jogging up and down getting no reaction from the fans as the crowd are waiting for one man...
*HERE TO SHOW THE WORLD*
Dolph Ziggler makes his way out and the crowd goes wild! He does his signature pose at the top of the ramp before turning around heading to the ring! The veteran (god it feels weird calling Ziggler a veteran) makes sure to slap hands with a few of the kids in the front row and makes the most of the reaction he gets in his hometown.
Michael Cole: Dolph Ziggler had a tough time of it earlier in the year and felt in kind of a rut? However, after his time in NXT where he became a North American champion, he has come back to Raw and looks better than ever!
Big Show: Ziggler is a two-time former world champion but he is a perfectionist and he will be looking to become a three-time champion.
Ziggler steps into the ring opposite Ariya Davari as he looks confident as Davari throws a few insults at Dolph. The referee then calls for the bell to get this match underway!
Match 2: Dolph Ziggler vs Ariya Davari
Match summary: Dolph starts the match off at a fast pace and gives Davari little chance to fight back. He ends up putting away Davari in quick fashion as he hits him with the FAMOUSER! Ziggler makes the cover and picks up the win.
Winner via pinfall: Dolph Ziggler (1:22)
A loud pop as Dolph Ziggler rises to his feet posing for the crowd, who are delighted to see him pick up the win tonight.
Michael Cole: Another win for Dolph Ziggler, who is starting to pick up steam on Monday Night Raw.
Big Show: Ziggler feels like the Dolph Ziggler of old and if he keeps picking up wins like this, a title shot or an opportunity for one has to be in his future.
Ziggler carries on posing in the ring and celebrating his win as we then cut backstage.
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We see a Mexican flag in the background as the Lucha Dragons both look at the camera.
Kalisto: Armageddon should have been our night. Our chance to achieve glory in Mexico itself.
Sin Cara: In front of our people. We failed.
Kalisto: But we have the chance to rectify that and become world tag team champions.
Sin Cara: Authors of Pain. You think we are done with you?
Kalisto: You attacked us because we were small. You attack people because it makes you feel powerful.
Sin Cara: It makes you bullies.
Kalisto: And the best way to beat bullies? Stand up for yourself and fight!
Sin Cara: Next week, we face two of the best teams in the world.
Kalisto: We know you two will be focused on each other but if you forget about us, well we will show you the power of Lucha!
Sin Cara nods as the Lucha Dragons stare at the camera. Both men look defiant as the camera fades to black and we head to another commercial break.
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*OBSESSION*
Boos from the crowd as we return from the commercial break as Mickie James makes her way out. She looks focused as she walks down the entrance ramp. She knows how big an opportunity this match is for her.
Michael Cole: A chance for the veteran Mickie James to get back on track if she can beat the promising rookie Taynara Conti!
Big Show: Nothing can replace experience but Mickie James has had a tough time of it lately.
*NO REST FOR THE WICKED*
Cheers from the crowd as the rookie Taynara Conti makes her way out to the ring, wearing her black belt from judo. She is without her friend and tag team partner Xia Li as she walks to the ring looking a bit nervous.
Michael Cole: As you can see Conti is without her tag team partner Xia Li and that is due to Paige banning everyone from ringside for these matches!
Big Show: I think that will hinder Conti here as she will have to deal with the experience of Mickie James alone tonight.
Conti steps into the ring and offers a handshake to Mickie James, which makes her laugh as she shakes her head. The referee then calls for the bell to get this match underway!
Match 3: Mickie James vs Taynara Conti
Match summary: Mickie James throughout the match takes control and uses all the cheap tricks you could think of to gain an edge over Conti. The rookie struggles due to the experience of her opponent and noticeably gets frustrated with the antics of Mickie. Conti though does have moments of control and starts using her Judo experience to slow Mickie down. However, as she goes for TAYOGOSHI but Mickie reverses into a crucifix pinning predicament and picks up the win!
Winner via pinfall: Mickie James (5:21)
Conti kicks out just after the 3 count but it is too late! Mickie James has outsmarted Conti and picked up the win over the rookie. Mickie James slides out of the ring as she smirks and taunts Conti.
Michael Cole: Mickie James picks up the win and is one match away from fighting for the Women's Universal title match at Survivor Series.
Big Show: Conti put on a good performance but the cunning of Mickie James was too much for her in the end. Hopefully, she learns from it and uses that experience to get better.
Conti kicks the ropes showing some frustration in the ring as Mickie James celebrates her win tonight and maybe she can take advantage of the chaotic environment that is a six-pack challenge and become Sasha Banks's next challenger!
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The camera then cuts backstage as we see The Ungovenables walking to the ring. Zelina Vega and Andrade Cien Almas lead the way followed by the rest of the group (Cesaro, Ilja Dragunov, and Dominik Dijakovic) as the crowd boo the group.
Michael Cole: Well after the commercial break we are going to hear from the Ungovenables. Don't go anywhere!
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*COAT OF ARMS*
Boos from the crowd as The Ungovenables make their way out. Andrade makes sure to hold his Universal title in the air as Zelina smiles looking at her top client. Cesaro and Andrade are both in suits. Ilja meanwhile is in a leather jacket and jeans as he walks to the ring. Dominik Dijakovic is the only one in ring gear.
Michael Cole: Well we know Dominik Dijakovic is in action later on tonight against Seth Rollins but that match isn't scheduled till later on in the show.
Big Show: Well we know Zelina wants her group to take over the whole show so why wait till later to come out and send her message.
They are now stood in the ring, ready to speak to the live crowd who are booing the group. Zelina lets out a devilish smile and gets ready to speak.
Zelina Vega: Last week, you once again saw what happens when a group tries to get in our way!
Boos from the crowd as Zelina carries on boasting.
Zelina Vega: AJ and the rest of his Club think they control Monday Night Raw. No Monday Night Raw is our show now and soon every single title will be in our grasp.
She looks at Andrade who proudly holds his Universal title in the air.
Zelina Vega: The Universal title is just the start. But don't think I didn't notice something missing from next week's number one contender's match.
Cesaro and Ilja point at themselves feeling slighted by being left out of the World tag team titles number one contender's match next week.
Zelina Vega: But it is just a matter of time until they get what is owed to them.
Zelina walks towards Dominik Dijakovic.
Zelina Vega: And our eyes is on other gold as well. Sasha don't think I haven't thought about coming for your title as well.
The potential challengers are lying up for the Boss tonight.
Zelina Vega: Tonight Dijakovic will show why Seth Rollins doesn't deserve a shot at Andrade. We already proved AJ Styles can't match up to us when his Club lost last week.
Zelina smiles as she leans on the ropes.
Zelina Vega: And has anyone seen Rey since Mexico?
Loud boos as Andrade laughs behind Zelina and gestures for the microphone. Zelina obliges as Andrade steps forward.
Andrade Cien Almas: AJ, Rey, or Seth. It doesn't matter. Whoever I face at Survivor Series, they will lose. None of them measure up to El Idolo!
Andrade stretches his arms out soaking in the heat from the crowd as he shows off his arrogance. He looks to carry on however...
*BURN IT DOWN/ SECOND COMING*
Seth Rollins music hits as he marches out onto the entrance ramp with a microphone in hand getting a mixed reaction from the crowd. He looks angry as he unwisely marches down the ramp and towards the ring.
Seth Rollins: Zelina, I think I speak for everyone when I say we have heard enough!
Mixed reaction again from the crowd but Seth Rollins ignores them.
Seth Rollins: I'm sick of waiting and I want my match with Dijakovic right now!
That gets a better reaction from the live crowd as Seth Rollins is ready for a fight but so is Dominik Dijakovic. However, as he steps forward Zelina signals for him to stop.
Zelina Vega: Seth, you lost all the power you had to control what we do when you lost the Universal title. But if you want to fight right now, we will be happy to oblige!
Zelina nods as the other four members of the Ungovenables nod as well and climbs out of the ring ready to fight Seth. The Kingslayer looks wary but is ready for a fight even 4 on 1 however...
*PHENOMENAL*
Another mixed reaction as AJ Styles walks out with The Good Brothers flanking him! They take their time walking down the ramp but AJ doesn't have a microphone. They walk past Seth Rollins and get straight to business as they start fighting The Ungovenables looking to get payback after last week! Seth seeing this, joins in the fight making it a 4 on 4 brawl at ringside. Zelina is shouting instructions as they all brawl in the ring as the crowd cheer The Club and Seth Rollins on as...
*BOOYAKA 619*
A massive pop this time as Rey Mysterio sprints down the ramp with a steel chair in hand! He wastes no time getting into the ring and clobbers Andrade in the back as he fights AJ. He then turns around and hits Cesaro in the back as well! Before he can lay in some shots to Dijakovic and Dragunov they get tossed from the ring separately by The Good Brothers. The Ungovenables get to their feet on the outside as they slowly start retreating up the ramp as Rey, Seth, and The Club dare them to come back and fight!
However, as they are talking Rey and Seth lock eyes. We hear Rey say to Seth he heard what he had to say last week. Seth holds his hands up and says it was the truth. AJ though joins in and shouts the only person who gets Andrade at Survivor Series is him, with the Good Brother backing him up. The arguing carries on in the ring as Zelina sees the dissension in the ranks and talks to her clients as she suggests attacking them again as...
*STARS IN THE NIGHT*
The Raw commissioner makes her way out with a microphone in hand. Mysterio, Rollins, and Styles stop arguing in the ring whilst the Ungovenables turn their attention towards Paige at the top of the entrance ramp.
Paige: This has to stop and I think I know the best way to get this situation under control. By announcing who Andrade Cien Almas will face at Survivor Series!
Cheers from the crowd as everyone in the ring and the ringside area has their full attention on Paige.
Paige: All three of you had solid cases for a one on one match with Andrade.
AJ scoffs as Paige says it but the commissioner ignores him.
Paige: AJ, you beat Andrade at Armageddon.
Andrade off-mic can be heard shouting he cheated but Paige once ignores the comments and carries on.
Paige: Seth, you held that title for over six months and you have represented my brand well.
Seth nods whilst the crowd gives Paige a mixed reaction for the praise for Monday Night Rollins.
Paige: And last but not least, Rey Mysterio. You beat Seth Rollins for the Universal title in Mexico before getting cashed in on by Andrade.
Neither Rey nor Seth look happy as they get reminded of the events that took place at Armageddon.
Paige: So as you can see it was a tough decision to make. Who do I pick to face Andrade Cien Almas at Survivor Series?
AJ once again pipes up shouting it's an easy decision but Paige powers through as Andrade and Zelina look annoyed.
Paige: But I have come to a decision.
Loud cheers from the crowd as Paige gets ready to announce the Universal title match at Survivor Series.
Paige: At Survivor Series Andrade Cien Almas will defend his Universal title against AJ Styles...
AJ Styles: A great decision. Paige a great decision from our commissioner once again.
The crowd now boo AJ for interrupting Paige who looks fairly annoyed.
Paige: Thank you AJ but I wasn't finished!
Both Andrade and AJ's eyes bug out as she says this with Zelina shaking her head knowing what's coming next.
Paige: Because it won't just be AJ Styles facing Andrade at Survivor Series. No, it will be a fatal four-way as Andrade defends his title against AJ Styles, Seth Rollins, and Rey Mysterio!
Loud cheers from the crowd happy upon the announcement of the match. AJ however shakes his head thinking he should get a one on one match. But before he can speak Zelina Vega steps forward!
Zelina Vega: This is ridiculous. You're telling me Andrade will have to defend his title in a match where he doesn't even have to be pinned to lose his title?
Andrade nods his head agreeing but Paige shrugs.
Paige: This situation is of your client's making. He cashed in on Rey after he just won the title from Seth. He lost to AJ Styles at Armageddon so now it's time for him to deal with the consequences of his actions.
Cheers from the crowd as Seth and Rey smile whilst AJ still complains to the Good Brothers saying it should be a singles match. Zelina shakes her head.
Zelina Vega: My client is being made to pay the price for being smart. This...
Paige: That's enough Zelina! This is my house!
Loud cheers from the crowd as manipulative minx folds her arms and sulks. Paige smiles and carries on.
Paige: Now not only that but to make sure we get a fair contest at Survivor Series no one will be allowed at ringside or they will be fired from WWE!
Now it's AJ's turn to get annoyed whilst Andrade shakes his head.
Paige: However Zelina that's not the only match that affects you at Survivor Series.
Zelina looks confused as Paige smiles.
Paige: See you've made a lot of enemies over the last few months and one of them, well he wants to make your clients fade to black.
Loud cheers from the crowd as they know who Paige means.
Paige: Last week you told him, that he would need an army to stop your clients and Black thinks he can find five men who you have crossed to take on five men picked by you in a traditional Survivor Series match!
Cheers from the crowd as Zelina can now be seen talking with her clients who nod when she looks at them.
Paige: However as for right now, when we return from the commercial break Dominik Dijakovic will be going one on one with Seth Rollins!
Loud cheers from the crowd as Seth Rollins is fired up. Zelina shakes her head annoyed with the announcements made.
Michael Cole: Two massive matches made for Survivor Series by Paige tonight!
Big Show: Not only will Andrade Cien Almas have to defend his Universal title in a fatal four-way match but we will see a team of five picked by Zelina Vega take on a team of five picked by Aleister Black!
Michael Cole: And after the commercial break, we will see Dominik Dijakovic taking on Seth Rollins.
Back in the ring, we see The Club going to leave as Seth can be heard suggesting they stay at ringside to stop The Ungovenables from getting involved if they want to get back at Zelina. AJ though smirks and shakes his head as he leads his boys to the back. Rey also looks to head to the back as Seth makes the same plea to him. Rey thinks about it before choosing to stay at ringside to try to nullify the impact of The Ungovenables. Seth turns around happy and gets wiped out by a big boot from Dominik Dijakovic cheap shotting Seth as we go to a break.
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Match 4: Seth Rollins w/Rey Mysterio vs Dominik Dijakovic w/Zelina Vega and The Ungovenables
Match summary: We return from the commercial break with Dijakovic in control of the match. The commentary team gives us a recap of what happened before the commercial break with Seth asking AJ and Rey for help with only Rey agreeing. However, once he agreed Dijakovic used that to cheap shot him and since then the beast of the man has been dominating Seth Rollins throughout the match.
Seth does keep getting a few hope spots but every time he fights back, Dijakovic takes control and wipes him out. On the outside we see The Ungovenables watching the match and they choose not to get involved. Rey Mysterio is keeping his eye on the group ready to stop them if they do. Back in the ring Rollins is still struggling but fights back as he catches Dijakovic off-guard by locking in a SLEEPER HOLD!
Seth wraps his body around Dijakovic as he looks to get the lethal hold on tight and force Dijakovic to tap or pass out! Dijakovic is starting to fade as Zelina shouts instructions to her client as Dijakovic gets a second wind and counters with a PIGGYBACK SPECIAL forcing Seth off of him! Dijakovic has to take a moment to rest on the ropes before going back after Seth as he looks to lift him into the air and end this...
BUT SETH ESCAPES! Dijakovic turns around and gets a SUPERKICK TO THE FACE! Dijakovic doesn't fall down so Seth runs off the ropes and hits him with a SLINGBLADE! Dijakovic falls but quickly stumbles back to his feet! Seth seeing this runs off the ropes and hits another SLINGBLADE! Dijakovic falls to the mat but gets up again so Seth grabs hold of his arm and spins him around hitting him with the RIPCORD KNEE!
Dijakovic stumbles backwards a little stunned from the knee but Seth doesn't stop there as he grabs Dijakovic's arm and hits him with another TWO RIPCORD KNEES finally sending Dijakovic to the mat! Seth Rollins looks at the fallen Dijakovic and makes his way to the corner of the ring as he lines him up for the CURB STOMP! However, as he goes for it Andrade climbs onto the ring apron distracting the referee! Cesaro meanwhile has snuck around the ring and grabs Seth's ankle stopping him from hitting the Curb stomp!
Rey sees this and fights Cesaro off sending him down to the floor. Ilja though jumps on Rey attacking him now! Seth sees this in the ring and looks conflicted before springboarding off the ropes and wipes out Ilja Dragunov! Seth Rollins gets to his feet after saving Rey and nods to him as he slides back into the ring... DIJAKOVIC wipes him out with a running knee. Dijakovic scoops him up and hits him with FEAST YOUR EYES! Dijakovic makes the cover 1 2 3! DOMINIK DIJAKOVIC BEATS SETH ROLLINS IN HIS SECOND MATCH ON MONDAY NIGHT RAW!
Winner via pinfall: Dominik Dijakovic (10:29)
The crowd are a little shocked post-match before they boo Dominik Dijakovic as he gets to his feet with a smug smirk having just beaten a former Universal champion! Zelina Vega slides into the ring and lifts her client's arm into the air. Andrade soon joins him in the ring and the pair celebrate with Cesaro and Ilja selling on the outside of the ring.
Michael Cole: What an impact Dominik Dijakovic is making on Monday Night Raw!
Big Show: Beating Seth Rollins in your second match on Monday Night Raw is an incredible achievement!
Michael Cole: And a damaging loss for Seth Rollins tonight ahead of Survivor Series... Wait what are AJ and The Good Brothers doing back out here!
The camera turns to the ringside area as The Club with steel chairs in hand wipes out Ilja Dragunov, Cesaro, and Rey Mysterio on the outside of the ring! They quickly slide into the ring and take out the remaining Ungovenables from behind! Zelina Vega wisely gets the hell out of dodge as AJ Styles turns to Seth Rollins and lays into him with a few chair shots himself. AJ then tosses the chair to the side as he poses in the middle of the ring surrounded by the bodies of The Ungovenables, Seth Rollins, and Rey Mysterio as he too sweets The Good Brothers as we cut to a commercial break.
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When we return from the commercial break, we see The Ungovenables walking through the back with all 4 men selling the impact of the attack by The Club just now. Zelina leads the way and directs them into the medical room to be checked upon. Zelina sighs as she gets her phone out ready to make a phone call however she is stopped by Renee Young looking for an interview.
Renee Young: Zelina, how are your clients doing after The Club's attack just now?
Zelina glares at Renee before sighing.
Zelina Vega: My clients will be fine. Unlike The Club, my men are not cowards and The Club will pay for what they did to my boys!
Renee Young: Do you think that maybe you are making too many enemies on Monday Night Raw like Paige said earlier tonight?
Zelina Vega: Aren't you meant to be impartial? We are not making enemies. People are just getting in our way and our jealous of our success!
Renee Young: Well as Paige said you will be leading a Survivor Series team to take on a team lead by Aleister Black. I presume all four of your clients will be taking part in the match but...
Zelina Vega: Andrade will not be taking part in the match. He has a title match that night and he will not be wasting his time dealing with Aleister Black. But my other three clients Dominik Dijakovic, Cesaro and Ilja Dragunov are on the team.
Renee Young: That still leaves you with two spots to fill. How do you plan to fill those remaining spaces?
Zelina Vega: Have you seen how my influence has grown this year? Look at how many clients I've gained over the past year. People are lining up to get my services.
Zelina smiles.
Zelina Vega: And I only pick the best. Now if you'll excuse me...
The door suddenly slams open next to them as the Mad Russian Ilja Dragunov marches out and grabs Renee's microphone as he glares at the camera.
Ilja Dragunov (In Russian): AJ ты трус!
Zelina tries to calm down her client but he shakes his head and signals no. He turns back to the camera.
Ilja Dragunov: You want to make me mad? Well, I'm mad! Ahahaha
Ilja Dragunov starts to laugh as he stares at the camera with a wild look in his eyes.
Ilja Dragunov: Next week, face me in the ring like a man!
Ilja drops the microphone to the floor as he laughs to himself and heads back into the medical room. Zelina meanwhile watches as he walks back into the room and smiles.
Zelina Vega: Like I said, I only pick the best.
Zelina Vega pulls her phone out and looks to make a call as we cut back to the commentary team at ringside.
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Michael Cole: Ilja Dragunov issuing a brave challenge there.
Big Show: He is a very young man and when you're that young, you are ready to take on the world. I wonder if AJ will be willing to take on the madman just four weeks away from his Universal title match at Survivor Series.
Michael Cole: Speaking of Survivor Series, who do you think Zelina will be able to find for her team?
Big Show: I mean look at the contacts she was able to pull getting Ilja Dragunov and Dominik Dijakovic from NXT! Who knows what other superstars she will be able to find.
*WEEKEND ROCKSTAR*
Loud boos as the cocky Scottish Superstar makes his way out. He has a bunch of stubble on his face and if anything looks a little disheveled as he walks down the ramp. He doesn't waste any time as makes his way to the timekeeper's area and snatches a microphone from the timekeeper!
Noam Dar: Cut my music! Cut my damn music!
The production team in the back do what Dar says as he slides into the ring and stands in the ring for a second as he looks to compose himself.
Noam Dar: A travesty took place at Armageddon and no one is talking about it!
Noam Dar pulls at his hair, furious in the ring. We hear a few people chanting Rey Mysterio after Andrade cashed in on him. This seems to wind Dar up as he shakes his head and points at the fans.
Noam Dar: Are you daftys trying to wind me up? Rey Mysterio is an old fool who should be put out to pasture!
Massive boos as Noam Dar shakes his head.
Noam Dar: I'm talking about the miracle in Mexico! Mustafa Ali beating me for my Cruiserweight title!
Cheers from the crowd as Dar is getting wound up.
Noam Dar: You morons know he can't hear you right?
Cheap heat but it works.
Noam Dar: Mustafa, I know you are sat at home watching this right now after what I did to you last week!
Dar points at the camera as he scowls at the camera.
Noam Dar: Because you're too scared to fight me tonight like a man!
Loud boos as Noam Dar carries on his delusion.
Noam Dar: I want my title back! What I did to your leg last week, is nothing compared to what I'll do to get it back!
Dar's face now has turned red with anger.
Noam Dar: I have reminded Paige about the rules regarding a champion defending their title within thirty days! By my count, Ali won the title, eight days ago. So if he does not defend his title in the next twenty-two days, I demand he be stripped of the title!
Michael Cole (on commentary): He is only out of action right now because of Noam Dar!
Noam Dar: And when he fails to appear which I know he will... I demand I be awarded the Cruiserweight title that I should have never lost!
Loud boos as Noam Dar smirks before tossing the microphone to the side and heads out of the ring having sent his message to the Raw commissioner and the Cruiserweight champion loud and clear.
Michael Cole: Well as Noam Dar stated, last week his vicious attack on Mustafa Ali injured him and is the reason he isn't here tonight.
Big Show: Mustafa Ali is being checked over at a local medical facility. He sustained serious injuries in that attack to his right leg and it is unclear when he will be able to return to Monday Night Raw.
Michael Cole: However, whilst Noam Dar is correct about the rule of a champion defending the title every thirty days, it is to the commissioner'sdiscretion whether the rule is applied.
Big Show: And you have to think Paige is going to wait to hear from the champion or the medical team before making a decision, not Noam Dar.
Michael Cole: Exactly Paul.
The camera then cuts to a hallway backstage as we see Xia Li next to her tag team partner Taynara Conti. The Brazilian beauty looks a little disappointed but shares a hug with Xia Li and can be heard wishing her good luck. Xia Li then walks off and heads to the ring.
Michael Cole: Well, up next Xia Li takes on Mandy Rose in a qualifying match for next week's number one contender's six-pack challenge. Don't go anywhere!
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*FORTUNE RISING*
We return from the commercial break as Xia Li is part way through making her entrance. She is posing for a few of the fans in the front few rows and even shows off her skills with a fan getting a few claps from the fans watching her.
*GOLDEN GODDESS*
Mandy Rose makes her way out next getting light boos from the crowd. She does a few poses on the ring apron and doesn't seem to have her focus on Xia Li. She climbs into the ring and smirks as she stares down her opponent tonight.
Michael Cole: Is it me or does Mandy seem to be dismissing Xia Li?
Big Show: She might be Michael and I can see it backfiring on her if she is not careful. Xia Li has shown she can handle herself in her short time on Raw.
The referee then calls for the bell as we get this match underway!
Match 5: Mandy Rose vs Xia Li
Match summary: Mandy Rose starts off the match in control and it goes to her head straight away. She mocks Xia Li and treats her with total disrespect. This however proves to be a massive mistake. Mandy poses again for the crowd giving Xia Li time to get to her feet. Mandy Rose turns around as XIA LI CATCHES HER WITH A CYCLONE KICK! Mandy drops like a sack of spuds as Xia Li makes the cover and picks up the shock win.
Winner via pinfall: Xia Li (1:44)
Xia Li gets to her feet and smiles, delighted to have picked up a big win tonight and is now one match away from facing Sasha Banks for the Women's Universal title at Survivor Series. Mandy Rose meanwhile is still out cold in the ring!
Michael Cole: And that's all it takes sometimes. One kick to the jaw and you're out for the count!
Big Show: Mandy Rose got too cocky and it cost her. Xia Li's kicks are as lethal as my WMD and now the rookie has a chance to earn a Women's Universal title match at Survivor Series.
Xia Li heads out of the ring and celebrates at the top of the ramp whilst in the ring Mandy Rose gets to her feet rubbing her head and doesn't know where she is. She looks towards the ramp as she sees Xia Li celebrating and kicks the ropes angry to have been shown up once again.
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We then cut backstage as Samoa Joe is shown getting ready for the main event, shadow boxing against a wall with a pair of headphones in. He cuts an imposing presence as he is preparing for the main event. As this is going on the camera pans over to show Zelina Vega in the locker room.
Zelina Vega: Um excuse me... Joe!
Joe turns around and sees Zelina stood behind him. He looks confused before taking his headphones out and turning his attention to the manipulative minx.
Samoa Joe: Can I help you?
Zelina smiles.
Zelina Vega: At Survivor Series I'm putting together a team of five and you're someone's whose talents I've had my eyes on for a long time.
Samoa Joe: Let me stop you right there. I have no intention of joining your group. I ride solo.
Zelina shakes her head.
Zelina Vega: Oh believe my Joe as much I would love to have you as part of the Ungovenables, I understand a man like you prefers to work alone.
Joe remains unfazed by the compliments Zelina is laying on him.
Zelina Vega: I'm only requesting your services for one match. At Survivor Series.
Joe now smirks.
Samoa Joe: And what's in it for me?
Zelina smiles.
Zelina Vega: Let's discuss.
The camera then fades away as we cut to a hallway backstage...
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As we see Becky Lynch walking to the ring!
Michael Cole: The Man is making her way around!
Big Show: Up next, we will see Becky Lynch taking on Jessamyn Duke. Don't go anywhere!
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*LEGENDARY*
A very muted reaction from the live crowd as we return from the commercial break as Jessamyn Duke makes her way out. She trash talks some of the fans and promises she is going to break Becky's arm tonight!
Michael Cole: Well Jessamyn Duke seems confident tonight.
Big Show: You have to remember whilst she is a rookie in the WWE, she has a lot of experience in the world of MMA and will be looking to use that avenge Marina Shafir tonight.
Jessamyn Duke climbs into the ring as she carries on the trash talk. The crowd still gives her little reaction as they're waiting for one person...
*CELTIC INVASION*
A massive pop as The Man Becky Lynch makes her way out. She nods along enjoying the reaction from the fans. She takes her time to nod before walking to the ring! However, in the ring Jessamyn Duke has no intention of waiting and slides out of the ring, charging up the ramp!
Michael Cole: Well Duke isn't willing to wait for Becky to get to the ring!
Big Show: I feel Jessamyn Duke might be playing into Becky's hands!
Becky and Duke meet in the middle of the entrance ramp and start battling with each other! Both women are brawling and end up by the ringside area as Becky takes control and Irish whips Duke, into the steel steps! Duke crashes off them with a thud as Becky lets out a cocky smirk. She grabs Duke by the hair and tosses her into the barricade by the fans! Becky is having fun here as she grabs Duke and asks her “where's Shayna now?”. She grabs Duke and slams her down onto the barricade as the referee tells Becky to bring it back into the ring.
Becky though tells the referee she'll bring it to the ring when she feels like it! She lifts Duke up and sends her crashing into the ring apron. Duke rests against it as Becky leaps into the air and hits a FLYING FOREARM! Duke falls down to the floor as Becky smirks. Duke surely must be regretting her decision now. Becky grabs the limp body and rolls her into the ring. She wastes no time following after Duke as the referee now calls for the bell!
Match 6: Becky Lynch vs Jessamyn Duke (Shayna Baszler is banned from ringside)
Match summary: Becky Lynch charges at Duke as soon as the bell rings and lays into her with several fists, carrying on the beating. She drags Duke off the mat and hits her with a BEX-PLODER! Becky could make the cover already but she is far from done with Duke and wants to make an example out of her. She drags Duke up off the mat and hits her with MAN DOWN! Becky makes the cover 1 2 BECKY BREAKS HER OWN COVER!
Becky smirks as she gets to her feet and bends down over Duke, grabbing her by the hair! She leans in and says “tell Shayna how this feels!”. She grabs her right arm and places it in position on the mat... AND STOMPS ON IT! Duke cries out in pain clutching her right arm as Michael Cole hammers home that is one of Shayna's signature moves! Becky then grabs the right arm of Duke and locks in the DIS-ARM-HER... DUKE INSTANTLY TAPS OUT!
Winner via submission: Becky Lynch (1:19)
The referee calls for the bell but Becky Lynch isn't done as she wrenches back on the hold! Jessamyn Duke cries out in pain as Becky pulls back and WE HEAR A SNAP! Becky finally let's go as Duke grabs her right arm and shouts “It's broken”! Becky smiles as she looks at her handiwork.
Michael Cole: Becky breaks another one of the Real Horsewomen's arms!
Big Show: Becky now is two for two and there is just one person left on her list.
*LOYALTY IS EVERYTHING*
A mixed reaction with some people booing Shayna whilst others cheer, excited at the prospect of these two women going head to head. Shayna has her sunglasses on her head and is wearing her signature leather jacket as she looks at Becky Lynch in the ring. Becky in the ring however shows no fear and dares Shayna to come get her! Shayna takes a moment before taking her leather jacket off and TOSSES IT TO THE SIDE!
Shayna starts to make her way down the ramp as Becky Lynch slides out of the ring and meets her halfway! Both women are clobbering the hell out of each other as they brawl by the barricade. Neither woman gains the upper hand as a swarm of security guards sprint out and break the two women up getting massive boos from the live crowd as we get a “LET THEM FIGHT CHANT”!
Michael Cole: Both women are desperate to get their hands on each other!
Big Show: This issue has been building since Summerslam and it is ready to explode!
Becky breaks free and leaps onto Shayna punching her in the jaw. The security team grabs hold of her and pulls her away from The Queen of Spades. Shayna meanwhile punches a security guard in the head and lunges at Becky herself as she gets in a few shots whilst Becky is restrained before being pulled back by the army of security guards!
Michael Cole: Guys, we are just going to a commercial break as the security team get this situation under control. Do not go anywhere!
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When we return from the commercial break, we see Charly Caruso walking backstage with a microphone. She is heading into the car park as we The Club putting their bags into their car as they get ready to leave.
Charly Caruso: AJ can I ask you some questions?
AJ Styles: If you make it quick.
Charly Caruso: Earlier tonight we heard from Paige that you will be competing in a fatal four-way match for the Universal title? How do you feel about that?
AJ Styles: I take a moment out of my busy schedule to answer your questions and this is what you ask me?
AJ shakes his head.
AJ Styles: I beat Andrade in his home country. The fact I have to fight two other people at the same time is a disgrace. But they have to put obstacles in our way to have a chance at stopping us from taking over this brand.
Karl Anderson: They had to put us against four other teams for us to lose! With one team's sole mission to cost us our titles.
Luke Gallows: And instead of getting our rematch we have to face two other teams?
Karl Anderson: Maybe Zelina has taken over and has got Paige in her pocket!
Charly Caruso: Speaking of the Ungovenables, will you two be joining Black's team at Survivor Series?
The Good Brothers look at each other and laugh.
Karl Anderson: Good one Charly.
Luke Gallows: Yeah good one.
Karl Anderson: We have better things to do than team up with those nerds!
Luke Gallows: Like getting payback on The Street Profits next week and getting our tag team titles back!
AJ Styles: Now Charly if you are done asking questions...
Charly Caruso: Actually I have one more question.
AJ rolls his eyes.
AJ Styles: Hurry up.
Charly Caruso: Earlier tonight, Ilja Dragunov issued a challenge to you for next week's Raw AJ. What do you say?
AJ Styles: Ilja wants to go one on one with the Phenomenal One. Was what we did to The Ungovenables not enough? Fine, you want me Ilja? You got me.
AJ glares at Charly.
AJ Styles: Now are you done Charly?
Charly Caruso: Thanks for your time AJ.
AJ Styles: I better be getting a bonus for this.
AJ gets into his car as The Good Brothers finish packing and we cut elsewhere backstage.
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We then cut to a locker room as we see Dolph Ziggler packing his bags ready to leave the arena. The crowd let out a big pop as we are in Clevland, Ohio. Dolph Ziggler turns around to leave but stops and smiles. The camera pans over as we see Aleister Black stood stoically in front of Ziggler bringing a smile to show off's face.
Dolph Ziggler: You could have knocked.
Aleister Black doesn't react.
Dolph Ziggler: Not one for jokes I see, just business.
Aleister Black: I've been watching you since I came to Raw.
Ziggler is unsure how to react as Black carries on.
Aleister Black: I saw your fall. I saw you go away to find yourself and I saw you return. Rising from the ashes like a phoenix.
Ziggler smiles.
Aleister Black: But you know what I saw that makes me respect you? You're principals.
Ziggler looks puzzled as Black explains.
Aleister Black: Even at your lowest point, when the devil herself offered you a way out you stood firm and turned her down. That takes strength and that's the kind of strength I want on my team.
Black takes a moment to offer his hand to Ziggler. Dolph smiles and shakes his hand.
Dolph Ziggler: I accept. Losing to Andrade sent me to my lowest point, time to stick him and the rest of The Ungovenables where it hurts!
Ziggler smiles whilst Black remains stoic as we cut to a commercial break.
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We return from the commercial break as we cut to the commentary team.
Michael Cole: Hello and welcome back to Monday Night Raw. Earlier tonight we saw Becky Lynch and Shayna Baszler having to be pulled apart by security!
Big Show: I'm getting word from our commissioner that next week, she will get both women in the ring and she will find a solution to their ongoing war!
*WHAT YOU THINK*
A fairly muted reaction as the Tamina train rolls into town. Tamina punches her hand showing she means business tonight.
Michael Cole: You have to wonder what Paige has in mind for Baszler and Becky Lynch.
*SQUARE UP*
Sonya Deville walks out getting boos from the live crowd. She has her MMA gloves on as she shadow boxes the air and gets ready for a fight. She walks down the ramp and slides into the ring ready for a fight with Tamina.
Michael Cole: Well right now the last spot in next week's six-pack challenge number one contender's match is on the line. Who's your money on Big Show?
Big Show: Tamina is a veteran of the women's division but my money is on Sonya. She is a future Women's champion and a former WWE Women's tag team champion!
Match 7: Sonya Deville vs Tamina
Match summary: The match is a brawl with both women trying to wear each other down with strikes. Tamina has the power advantage but Sonya survives and she gradually wears down Tamina. And in the end that proves to be key as Sonya grabs Tamina's right arm and locks in a KIMURA! Tamina tries to fight and power out of it but in the end, is forced to tap out!
Winner via submission: Sonya Deville (5:04)
Sonya gets to her feet as the crowd boo one half of Fire and Desire. Sonya poses in the ring happy with her win as Tamina rolls out of the ring and sells her right arm.
Michael Cole: And now we know the full line-up!
Big Show: A big opportunity for Sonya Deville to break out next week but you have to wonder how Mandy will take Sonya making it and her missing out.
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We then cut backstage as we see The Street Profits stood backstage in their typical red tracksuits. They also have their red cups in hand as they drink and toast each other.
Angelo Dawkins: Did you see that match? That Sonya's one tough cookie.
Montez Ford: My poor girl Tamina. The Tamina train never gets to leave the station man.
Montez looks upset for a moment before transitioning into a goofy smile.
Montez Ford: But next week, we are going to run through The Club and The Lucha Dragons like a freight train!
Angelo Dawkins: Karl and Luke we've been hearing you two running your mouth for the last few weeks saying our only goal was to stop you from leaving with your titles. Nah man.
Montez Ford: Twice during the match, we had the gold in our hands but it slipped just out of reach. Twice!
Angelo Dawkins: We went into the match with the same goal as the triple threat next week, to win.
Montez Ford: We want the gold. For too long, too long we have been without gold. We have been this close on so many occasions. It's our time to shine and finally become tag team champions!
Angelo Dawkins: We don't just want the smoke we want the gold!
The Street Profits leave the shot, showing an anger and fire we don't see often from the tag team ahead of their number one contender's triple threat next week. The camera then fades to black as we cut to a commercial break.
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When we return from the commercial break, we see Rey Mysterio getting ready to leave the arena. What's with everyone ducking out early today? However, before he can get in his car he is approached by Renee Young.
Renee Young: Rey I know you're about to leave...
Rey puts his hands up.
Rey Mysterio: It's OK Renee, I've got time.
Reene Young: Thanks Rey. I wanted to get your thoughts on what happened at Armageddon.
Rey lets out a big sigh before looking at Renee.
Rey Mysterio: It was a bittersweet moment. Winning the Universal title in Mexico was amazing and arguably the highlight of my career.
Rey smiles for a moment but it quickly fades.
Rey Mysterio: But then Dominik Dijakovic attacked me and my son. And Andrade cashed in to take my title within minutes of me winning it.
Renee Young: How is your son Dominik?
Rey Mysterio: He is currently resting at home and has recovered from the attack by Dijakovic however I want him to stay home until he finishes his training. He wasn't ready for this environment just yet and I regret bringing him into it too soon.
Rey looks down as he sighs.
Renee Young: On more positive news, at Survivor Series you have the chance to not only avenge your loss but also take back the Universal title in a fatal four-way match. How do you feel about facing Seth Rollins and AJ Styles?
Rey Mysterio: Seth, I'm not sure what to make of him. He had the chance to use a steel chair on me at Armageddon but didn't. However, he thought about doing it and I don't know if a changed man even considers it.
Rey sighs and looks to change the subject.
Rey Mysterio: AJ Styles? What you see is what you get. He is cocky but he backs it up in that ring. When I took time away from the WWE, he was a name I heard a lot of things about. There was a lot of hype but I didn't get to face him first hand until I was back in WWE.
Rey smiles.
Rey Mysterio: All three men in the fatal four-way are talented even Andrade. But I will become a five-time world champion at Survivor Series and take back the Universal title.
Renee Young: One last question, Mustafa Ali issued you with a challenge for his Cruiserweight title. What do you have to say in response to that?
Rey Mysterio: At the moment my focus is on the Universal title but Ali, once I become Universal champion and give The Ungovenables a dose of revenge I'll accept your challenge Ali.
Renee Young: Thanks for your time Rey.
Rey nods and heads into his car as we cut back to the commentary team.
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Michael Cole: Well it looks like your old friend Rey Mysterio is ready to take the Universal title from Andrade.
Big Show: What happened to Rey Mysterio in Mexico will have stuck with him and whilst he is one of the nicest guys I have ever met, it doesn't mean he won't look to get revenge on Andrade.
As Big Show and Michael Cole talk about what we just saw, we see Mojo Rawley stood in the ring as he waits for his opponent tonight.
*ELITE*
Cheers from the crowd as a stern-faced Chad Gable makes his way out joined by his manager Kurt Angle. He walks down the ramp at a fast pace and slides into the ring, ready to take on his larger opponent.
Michael Cole: Chad Gable does not look in a good mood tonight.
Big Show: He's sick of waiting for his chance to fight Samoa Joe. And I think he is going to take that out on Mojo Rawley tonight.
Match 8: Chad Gable w/Kurt Angle vs Mojo Rawley
Match summary: Chad as soon as the bell rings, charges at Mojo and takes him down with his amateur wrestling skills taking Mojo by surprise. Throughout the match, Mojo would use his power to escape but Gable would wrestle him down to the mat and work over him with a variety of submission moves. In the end, Gable would hit him with an ANGLE SLAM and make the cover picking up the win!
Winner via pinfall: Chad Gable (3:10)
Chad Gable gets to his feet as he spends a little bit of time celebrating the win before rolling to the outside as he speaks with his manager Kurt Angle.
Michael Cole: Chad Gable is on a roll!
Big Show: Kurt Angle's experience and lessons are pay dividends for Chad Gable. I feel whoever wins in tonight's main event, Chad Gable is next in line for the United States title
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We then cut to the backstage area as we can see Rusev stood with a focused angry glare as he stares at the camera. This draws a massive pop from the crowd and they even start up a few “RUSEV DAY” chants. As he is looking at the camera we see his wife Lana walk into the shot and kiss him on the cheek. He turns to look at her.
Lana: Rusev... CRUSH!!!
A loud pop from the fans as Lana clenches her fist. Her husband nods and walks towards the ring.
Michael Cole: Up next we have our main event for the evening as Rusev takes on Samoa Joe for the United States title in a street fight! Don't go anywhere!
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When we return from the commercial break, we cut to the commentary team who are stood up in front of their desk as they look at the camera.
Michael Cole: Before we get to the main event, let's run down what will take place on next week's Monday Night Raw.
Big Show: We will find out who faces Sasha Banks at Survivor Series in a number one contender's six-pack challenge featuring Bayley, Mia Yim, Kairi Sane, Mickie James, Xia Li, and Sonya Deville.
Michael Cole: Speaking of Survivor Series, Brock Lesnar and Bobby Lashley go head to head in a dream match. And on next week's Raw we will hear from Bobby Lashley regarding his preparations for Survivor Series!
Big Show: Also next week there will be a number one contender's triple threat tag team match as The Street Profits take on The Club and Lucha Dragons.
Michael Cole: In a clash of cultures we will see EC3 take on Jey Uso in singles action!
Big Show: And last but certainly not least, The Phenomenal One AJ Styles will go one on one with Ilja Dragunov in next week's main event!
*ROAR OF THE LION*
Loud cheers from the crowd and we even hear a few “RUSEV DAY” chants from the live crowd as Rusev marches out, waving an American flag above his head! This even gets “USA USA USA” chants going from the crowd as he walks down the ramp, flying the flag high for his adopted country tonight.
Michael Cole: A big night for Rusev as he looks to become United States champion. And would you look at the reaction he is getting from the fans. They love their new American hero Rusev.
Rusev makes it to the ring as he passes the American flag to the timekeeper who puts it away. Rusev soaks in the cheers from the crowd and even starts to spur them on cupping his hand to his ear Hulk Hogan style.
*DESTROYER*
Big Show: But to become United States champion for the fourth time in his career, he has to overcome this man.
Samoa Joe marches out with the towel around his neck as he walks to the ring, mean-mugging the camera. He has the United States title around his waist as he only breaks his snarl to smirk at Rusev.
Michael Cole: Samoa Joe has held that United States title for two hundred and thirty days. He has had an iron grip on that title, does his reign come to an end tonight?
Joe steps into the ring as he stares down Rusev in the ring. The usual big title match introductions are done before the referee calls for the bell to get this underway!
Main event: US title street fight: Samoa Joe (c) vs Rusev
Match summary: Both men tee off on each other throughout the match and batter each other with hard strikes to the delight of the crowd. It takes a while for either man to bring a weapon into the contest but Rusev is the first grabbing a steel chair from the timekeeper's area. He uses it on Joe but is only able to get a two count. From there they end up brawling on the outside of the ring and end up at the top of the ramp by the announce table!
Rusev unpacks the table as he teases putting Samoa Joe through it but Joe counters him and uses one of the monitors he tossed to the side to whack Rusev on the head! From there Joe shows his sadistic side and uses one of the cables from the monitor to start choking Rusev out! To escape Rusev desperately reaches out for anything he can grab and finally grabs one of the announcers chairs (as Big Show and Michael Cole got the hell out of there) hitting Joe with it.
Joe falls down as Rusev uses all of his strength and lifts Joe into the air POWERBOMBING HIS THROUGH THE ANNOUNCE TABLE! Rusev lays down next to Joe for a while but grabs hold of him and drags him back to the ring. He eventually gets Joe back inside and makes the cover but it is only a 2 count! Rusev looks shocked and follows up with a MACHKA KICK! Rusev makes the cover again
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SAMOA JOE KICKS OUT!
Rusev wonders what he has to do to end this and he rolls out of the ring. He takes a moment before grabbing a KENDO STICK! He whacks Joe in the head a couple of times with it keeping him down. He then stomps on Joe's back and locks in a MODIFIED ACCOLADE WITH THE KENDO STICK! Joe is in a ton of pain as he tries to power out but can't escape. Joe lifts his arm into the air when suddenly...
???: Rusev, Rusev!
The noise is coming from the titantron as Rusev turns his head but keeps the hold locked on tight as the camera pans up to show ZELINA VEGA?!
Zelina Vega: Good get my face. Rusev, I know you're busy with Samoa Joe but I wondering is your wife is OK?
Rusev at this point lets go of the hold dropping Joe and the kendo stick to the mat! The camera then pans up and we see Lana out cold backstage as Zelina laughs to herself. She looks at her hand smiling.
Zelina Vega: I think I broke a nail.
Zelina has an evil smirk on her face as Rusev promises she will pay for what she did to his wife... LOW BLOW FROM SAMOA JOE! Loud boos from the cheap shot as Rusev is in pain but Joe pounces grabbing Rusev and locks in the COQUINA CLUTCH! Joe wraps the lethal hold in tight and in the end, Rusev starts to fade. The referee lifts his arm into the air but it drops 3 times! Rusev is out cold!
Winner via submission and still United States champion: Samoa Joe (13:59)
Loud boos from the crowd as Samoa Joe gets back to his feet. Joe gets passed the United States title by the timekeeper and he lifts it into the air as he stands over an unconscious Rusev.
Michael Cole: Samoa Joe once again holds onto his United States title but not without a massive assist from Zelina Vega!
Big Show: Zelina Vega is an evil mastermind and she must have come up with this plan if Joe was in trouble. Does this mean Samoa Joe is on her team at Survivor Series?
The show comes to close with Zelina Vega smirking on the titantron as she nods at Samoa Joe who lets out a smug smirk and lifts his United States title into the air, nodding at Zelina Vega as we fade to black.
Matches announced for next week:
Main event:
AJ Styles vs Ilja Dragunov
Number one contender's six-pack challenge match:
Bayley vs Mia Yim vs Kairi Sane vs Mickie James vs Xia Li vs Sonya Deville
Number one contender's triple threat tag match:
The Club vs The Lucha Dragons vs The Street Profits
Singles match:
Jey Uso vs EC3
Matchcard for Survivor Series:
November 24th:
Rosemont, Illinois
Theme song:
Universal title fatal 4-way match:
Andrade Cien Almas (c) vs Seth Rollins vs AJ Styles vs Rey Mysterio
Women's Universal title match:
Sasha Banks (c) vs Bayley or Mia Yim or Kairi Sane or Mickie James or Xia Li or Sonya Deville
Dream match:
Brock Lesnar vs Bobby Lashley
5 vs 5 elimination match:
Team Black (Aleister Black, Dolph Ziggler, ???, ??? and ???) vs Team Ungovenables (Cesaro, Ilja Dragunov, Dominik Dijakovic, ??? and ???)
EWR rating:
72%
but also really pumped for the show Gambit 