This Monday afternoon, Netflix will broadcast another live episode of WWE RAW, direct from the Paris La Defense Arena in Paris, France. You can watch live coverage of the show starting at 2 PM here on Wrestling Notícias.
Matches:
- Dominik Mysterio (c) vs. AJ Styles – WWE Intercontinental Championship Match;
- The Kabuki Warrios (Asuka & Kairi Sane) vs. Judgment Day (Raquel Rodriguez & Roxanne Perez);
- The New Day (Kofi Kingston & Xavier Woods) and Grayson Waller vs. The War Raiders (Erik & Ivar) and Penta;
Attractions:
- Adam Pearce will reveal the future of the WWE Women’s World Championship;
Coverage:
WWE RAW kicks off on Netflix with a video highlighting the best moments from Clash in Paris.
In the parking lot, Adam Pearce runs into CM Punk, who is waiting for Seth Rollins to arrive. Pearce asks him to wait inside the arena, but Punk chooses to stay where he is. Pearce accepts his decision and walks away.
Meanwhile, AJ Styles, The Kabuki Warriors, and Penta arrive at the venue. Shortly after, Jey Uso makes his entrance by coming down the arena stairs, receives the crowd’s affection, and heads to the ring, where he continues to interact enthusiastically with the fans.
LA Knight makes his entrance and is greeted with a huge ovation. He recalls that he believed he would win the title the night before, but now he stands in the ring without the championship—just like Jey. Only Seth Rollins still holds the belt. Knight accuses Jey of having cost him the victory several times and warns that if it keeps happening, he’ll have to take action. Jey responds and squares up to Knight in the middle of the ring.
Bron Breakker and Bronson Reed interrupt and come down the ramp without Paul Heyman. LA Knight notices Heyman’s absence and orders them to leave. Bron accuses Roman Reigns of sending Heyman to the hospital and warns that Knight and Jey Uso should be afraid too, because now nothing can stop them. The crowd chants Roman’s name, but Breakker reminds them he won’t be showing up. Bron declares that he and Reed are unleashed dogs, and soon Jey and Knight will be sharing a hospital room with Roman.
Reed demands that the Paris crowd acknowledge him as the “Tribal Thief,” drawing heavy boos. He claims that Seth Rollins’ vision doesn’t include Roman, nor Jey and Knight, and that they will be his next victims. Breakker points out that the two are still weakened after the previous night and challenges them to a tag team match tonight. LA Knight admits he’s not at 100%, but insists he can still fight. Jey accepts as well. Jey’s music hits, and the segment comes to an end.
IYO SKY approaches the Kabuki Warriors to apologize for what happened last week. Asuka laughs it off and says it’s fine, and the three share a hug. She reminds IYO that they’re family and promises they’ll take care of Judgment Day for her. SKY offers her help, but when Kairi starts to accept, Asuka cuts her off and insists they don’t need it. She declares that they are the Kabuki Warriors, and that no one is ready to face her. With that, Asuka walks away. Kairi takes IYO’s hand and thanks her, assuring her that everything will be fine. Asuka calls out to Kairi, who quickly runs after her.
Tag Team Match: The Kabuki Warrios (Asuka & Kairi Sane) vs. Judgment Day (Raquel Rodriguez & Roxanne Perez)
– Asuka lands a “Asuka Lock” on Perez, making her tap-out.
Adam Pearce addresses the fans to announce his decision regarding the future of the WWE Women’s World Championship. The General Manager rules that Stephanie Vaquer and IYO SKY, who already had the right to challenge for the title, will face each other at WrestlePalooza. The winner will be crowned the new champion.
Singles Match: World Tag Team Champion Finn Bálor w/ World Tag Team Champion JD McDonagh vs. Dragon Lee
– Bálor lands a “Côupe de Grace” on Lee, followed by a pinfall.
IYO SKY is backstage with Nikki Bella, who congratulates her on her match at WrestlePalooza. The Kabuki Warriors show up and drive Nikki away, who decides to leave to avoid trouble. Asuka declares that she and Kairi Sane will become tag team champions and will also help IYO against Stephanie Vaquer. IYO insists she doesn’t need help, but Asuka reminds her that she lost in her last title match and makes it clear she’ll be by her side regardless before walking off. Kairi tries to keep the conversation going, but Asuka calls her, and she has to follow.
In the ring, The New Day make their entrance alongside Grayson Waller. Kofi Kingston complains about having to wrestle in Paris, saying the plan was only to record a promo. Waller stirs up the crowd by calling them smelly. Xavier Woods grabs the mic, but the fans tell him to shut up. He closes by saying Paris should be thankful to see them in action and should even kneel to praise The New Day.
Backstage, Dominik Mysterio talks with Finn Bálor and JD McDonagh, explaining he couldn’t be in Finn’s match due to personal reasons, but he was there in spirit. Adam Pearce interrupts to announce that the Irishmen will not be allowed to accompany Dominik in his title defense tonight. Finn replies that they’ll still be with him, in spirit.
6-Man Tag Team Match: The New Day (Kofi Kingston & Xavier Woods) and Grayson Waller vs. The War Raiders (Erik & Ivar) and Penta
– Penta lands a “Mexican Destroyer” on Woods, followed by a pinfall.
Cathy Kelley interviews Rhea Ripley backstage. Rhea says she respects IYO SKY and Stephanie Vaquer, but makes it clear that her goal is to become Women’s World Champion and she’ll face either of them after Wrestlepalooza. During the conversation, the Kabuki Warriors show up to warn Rhea to stay away from SKY. Ripley replies that it’s not wise for them to push her. Asuka reinforces the warning, saying she doesn’t fear the Australian and reminding her that she’s been walking this path for 10 years, guaranteeing that no one, not even Rhea, is ready to face her. Then, Asuka walks away while Kairi Sane remains in front of Ripley. The two exchange a long, silent stare until Asuka calls out to Kairi from a distance. Startled, Sane leaves the scene.
AJ Styles enters the ring to a loud ovation. The crowd chants as he stands in the center, soaking in the moment.
Backstage, Roxanne Perez and Raquel Rodriguez approach Adam Pearce. Roxanne demands a title shot, reminding him that she was the last one to defeat IYO SKY. Pearce responds that she needs to earn the opportunity like everyone else. At that moment, Lyra Valkyria steps in and argues with Roxanne. Pearce urges calm, and the two Texans walk away.
Adam then informs Lyra that he spoke with Bayley and that she’s doing well. Valkyria requests a match, preferably against Raquel or Roxanne. Pearce agrees and books the match for next week.
WWE Intercontinental Championship Match: Dominik Mysterio (c) vs. AJ Styles
– After interference from El Grande Americano with a “Headbutt”, Mysterio lands a “Frog Splash” on Styles, followed by a pinfall.
After the match, Mysterio celebrates and shouts that the AAA Mega Championship will be his.
Michael Cole reports that Paul Heyman has suffered a larynx injury. Roman Reigns ends the night with multiple rib fractures and is sidelined indefinitely.
Backstage, Jackie Redmond interviews LA Knight. He admits he isn’t sure if facing Seth Rollins tonight is the smartest move, but insists he has to deal with his rivals if he wants to get back into the world title picture. Jey Uso shows up and makes it clear he’s out for revenge for what Rollins did to his cousin.
CM Punk is seen talking with Rhea Ripley at the arena entrance when Adam Pearce arrives to inform them that Seth Rollins is already in the building. Punk demands to know how he got in, but Pearce has no answer. Punk then storms off to hunt down his rival.
Next, a video airs featuring Xavier Woods and Kofi Kingston saying farewell to their reign as World Tag Team Champions. They blame Adam Pearce for the downfall of the tag division and reveal that the titles now sit locked away in a dark, filthy place, far from their waists.
Another promotional video follows, with Rusev speaking about his victory over Sheamus the night before. Rusev declares that if he was frightening while under control, now, on his own, he’s more terrifying and dangerous than ever.
CM Punk steps into the ring as the fans chant his name. He calls out Seth Rollins directly and warns that he won’t leave until he sees him face-to-face.
Rollins’ music hits, but instead Becky Lynch appears, mimicking her husband’s mannerisms. She walks to the ring while the crowd sings along to the entrance theme. Becky asks if she isn’t the one Punk was waiting for. He replies that he has nothing to discuss with her—unless she calls Seth.
Becky insists that he listen to her and says Punk does nothing but spread lies about her husband. Punk fires back by calling Rollins a coward. Lynch responds that Seth has sacrificed so much for the business, and reminds Punk that during her matches, the fans would chant his name, ignoring her work. Becky declares that she and Rollins carried the company in his absence. The crowd reacts by chanting for Punk to shut up. Becky tells CM Punk that he should step aside, because the industry doesn’t need him anymore. The crowd chants AJ Lee’s name, and Becky reminds them that she no longer works for WWE.
CM Punk declares himself the “Best in the World,” and insists it’s not a self-proclaimed title but one given by thousands of fans who chant his name in every city, even without him being in WWE or holding a championship. He points out that at events where Seth and Becky weren’t present, the fans still cheered for him. He questions who’s really in charge, since Seth Rollins hides behind Paul, Bron, Bronson, and now Becky herself. Punk warns that Seth’s reign is nearing its end.
Seth appears on the stage and taunts Punk, telling him to come after him if he’s got something to say. Punk tries to leave the ring, but Becky blocks his path. When he finally gets past her, Seth retreats. Becky then slaps Punk, continues to attack him, and calls him pathetic. She demands he do something, while Punk promises that Seth will regret cashing in the briefcase on him—and that Becky will also regret laying her hands on him. Punk leaves the ring as Becky mocks him in front of the crowd.
Backstage, CM Punk approaches Adam Pearce and asks if he can appear on the next SmackDown, which will take place in his hometown of Chicago. Pearce says he understands, but asks what exactly motivates Punk to show up besides the fact that it’s his home turf. Punk smiles and replies that Pearce will find out soon enough.
Tag Team Match: LA Knight & Jey Uso vs. The Vision (Bron Breakker & Bronson Reed)
– Breakker lands a “Spear” on Jey, followed by a pinfall.
After the match, Breakker and Reed launch fresh attacks on Jey. Breakker positions Jey for Reed’s Tsunami, but Knight rushes back into the ring and knocks Reed off the corner. Breakker counters quickly, hitting Knight with a vicious Spear. On the outside, Reed hurls Knight through the announce table. Back inside the ring, Breakker connects with another Spear on Jey. Reed then follows up with a crushing Tsunami.
Jimmy Uso’s music hits, and he storms to the ring with a steel chair. Breakker and Reed retreat. The show closes with Jimmy checking on Jey, while Breakker and Reed stare them down from the entrance ramp.
End of show.