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RAW Results for 11/26

HHH and Jeff Hardy defeated Snitsky and Umaga. This was sold as the main event of the show. Jerry Lawler said that Snitsky has never been pinned on Raw, which is such an insult to the intelligence of the viewing audience. They didn’t even change his name or his look. They just dyed his teeth, for God’s sake. Jeff and HHH were successful early. Jeff hit a pescado on both heels. They caught him in the air, but HHH came off the apron with a crossbody to knock them down. The heels took over on Jeff. Umaga hit his spinning uranage, which looks really dangerous. If it isn’t, that’s a hell of a move. Jeff tagged HHH, who gave Umaga a spine buster. He went for the pedigree, but Snitsky broke it up. He then went for a pedigree on Snitsky, but Umaga broke that up. HHH tagged back Jeff. Umaga went for his running butt drop on Jeff, but HHH pulled Jeff out of the way. Jeff hit the whisper in the wind on Umaga, which Jim Ross for the second straight week called the twist of fate for whatever reason. HHH gave Umaga the pedigree and Jeff hit the swanton for the pin. This was a very strong opener. William Regal then came out and announced Jeff Hardy vs. Triple H for Armageddon.

Ric Flair came out, and he said he chose Charlotte for his announcement because the city has been kind to him. He said his wrestling career can’t go on forever, and talked about the legacies of Cal Ripken, Jr. and Brett Favre. He teased retirement, but then said his announcement is he will never retire. Vince McMahon came out, and said he wants Ric Flair to keep going provided he keeps winning. Vince said that the next match Flair loses will mean the end of his career. Randy Orton then came out and thanked Flair for the advice early in his career and for allowing him to end Flair’s career. Vince then announced Orton vs. Flair for the end of the show.

Hardcore Holly, Cody Rhodes, Hacksaw Jim Duggan and Super Crazy defeated Lance Cade, Trevor Murdoch and the Highlanders. The heels worked over Cody, with Cade hitting a yakuza kick. Cody tagged Holly, who pinned Robbie with the Alabama slam. The match was fine.

Backstage, Jeff told Todd Grisham that it is an honor to face HHH but that he doesn’t want the match to get in the way. He hesitated at that point, and HHH arrived. HHH pointed out he doesn’t do well with friendships, and that he isn’t going to be Jeff’s buddy at Armageddon.

Mr. Kennedy backstage plugged Shawn Michaels’ DVD. He talked about Shawn turning on his partners and losing matches. He made fun of him for losing his smile. He said Michaels politicked his way into main event status even with hungrier and more talented guys out there. He said that no low of Michaels' career will compare to when he faces Kennedy.

They showed Flair backstage with Arn Anderson and Barry Windham.

Chris Jericho was next out. He got kind of a tepid reaction, but it was a cold crowd for most of the show. He said he came back to Raw to save us from Randy Orton and win the WWE title. He said that he thought Orton was a coward for not accepting his challenge, but maybe Orton is just too stupid to realize Jericho wants a title shot. He simplified his request to 'me want title match.' He even had a visual aid, which was a picture of Jericho, a picture of the Cookie Monster, a picture of the title, and a picture of a match. Jericho asked for an answer. Instead, he got Santino. Santino referred to Jericho as KYJ and said he has Lindsay Lohan’s haircut. Jericho acted like he didn’t know who Santino was. He kept screwing up Santino’s name, while Santino screamed that he is Santino. Santino said Jericho doesn’t deserve a title match. Jericho suggested they wrestle. Santino backed off, and then attacked Jerry Lawler to send a message.

Chris Jericho beat Santino. This was basically a squash, done to put over and reintroduce Jericho. Jericho hit chops, punches, a suplex, a springboard drop kick, atomic drop and bulldog. He finished Santino with his new finisher, which is called the code breaker. It is sort of a cross between go 2 sleep and the back cracker. He grabs and drops the opponent into his knee. Jericho called Lawler into the ring after the match, and did commentary as Lawler beat up Carlito.

Shawn Michaels spoke with Ric Flair backstage. He said he isn’t ready for the industry without Flair. Michaels put over Flair and said he could do it. Flair said he would give it his all.

Next up, Mr. Kennedy beat Brian Kendrick. This was too short to mean anything. Kennedy quickly pinned him with something resembling an STO. After the match he said he will beat Michaels at Armageddon.

Vince told Hornswoggle that Hornswoggle is lucky. Vince said that Finlay would face Great Khali at Armageddon. He then sent Hornswoggle to get an ice cream sandwich. When Hornswoggle left, Vince sent a coded message to Carlito via walkie talkie. Carlito was waiting in a room that had 'free ice cream sandwiches' on the door. Hornswoggle then sprayed a door on the wall like a Road Runner cartoon. He took off and supposedly ran through the wall. Carlito considered the circumstance and ran into the wall.

Mickie James beat Melina to become number one contender for the women’s title. Beth watched from ringside and jawed with Mickie after the match. Mickie won with a huracanrana and implant DDT.

Ric Flair was backstage getting ready to come out, and received applause from the wrestlers. HHH shook his hand.

Ric Flair beat Randy Orton. Flair hit chops and punches. Orton came back with punches and a back drop. Flair used a small package for 2. Orton hit a drop kick and used a suplex on the floor. Flair crawled back in. He came back with a suplex, and avoided the RKO. He hit some chops, attacked the knee with a chop block and applied the figure four. Orton escaped and hit the RKO. Flair grabbed the rope to avoid the pinfall. Orton pounded Flair with punches for a while, but Jericho appeared for a distraction. Flair hit a low blow and grabbed the tights for the pin.

 

RAW Preview for 12/3

The following is from WWE.com:

Dramatic Flair
December 3, 2007

When Raw rolls into North Charleston, S.C., don’t expect Randy Orton to shower his fellow Superstars with Southern hospitality. The WWE Champion was humiliated last Monday when he lost to Ric Flair, thanks to a well-timed distraction by Chris Jericho. Good thing for the Nature Boy, too, since Mr. McMahon has issued the ultimatum that if he loses, he’s forced to retire.

Since Flair’s next match could be his last, don’t expect Naitch to go quietly. But how much longer can he survive?

Also, when Raw GM William Regal yanked the rug out from under the tag team of Jeff Hardy and Triple H and pitted them against each other at Armageddon, The Game made it clear that he’s only looking out for himself. This leaves the Rainbow haired Warrior in the unenviable position of being in the crosshairs of The Game. How will the high-flyer handle the pressure? Will he soar to overcome the 11-time Champion, or will he crash and burn?

And with Mr. Kennedy poking Shawn Michaels at every turn, can a foot-to-jaw reunion be far behind? The loudmouth from Green Bay, Wis., insists on antagonizing HBK, and believes The Showstopper’s time has come and gone in WWE. What will be the next chapter in this ever-escalating rivalry as Armageddon approaches?

For answers to all of these questions, tune into Monday Night Raw, live on USA Network, 9pm et, 8pm ct

 

RAW Results for 12/3

Chris Jericho came out to start the show. He said he had to do something different to earn a title shot, so he tried to infuriate Randy Orton. Jericho said he manipulated Orton, and after the show Orton agreed to defend his title at Armageddon. Jericho said he would win the title. This brought out Randy Orton. Orton pointed out that Jericho hasn’t beaten anyone for two years, while Orton has beaten all the best. Jericho said that past history doesn’t matter and he’ll take the title. William Regal then joined them. He said that each would get to pick the other’s Raw opponent. Orton picked Umaga and Jericho picked Shawn Michaels.

Beth Phoenix and Melina defeated Mickie James and Maria. Mickie went after Beth with punches early. Mickie went to the top rope, but was knocked down. Beth then hit a spinning power slam and fisherwoman buster to pin Mickie clean. This was short, but crisper than most women’s matches. They have done a good job building Beth.

Shawn Michaels did a promo where he said sweet chin music would be legal against Randy Orton. Mr. Kennedy appeared on a monitor, and said Michaels needs to worry about him. Kennedy promised a blast from the past.

Mr. Kennedy came to the ring and said he wanted to take a look at Michaels’ career. He introduced a fake Marty Jannetty, fake Razor Ramon (not Rick Bogner), fake Diesel (not Kane) and fake Michaels (not Michaels in the Montreal dressing room). Kennedy had one funny line, where he said to Razor, 'Hey, thanks for coming.' Kennedy and the imposters insulted Michaels. Michaels came out and laid out three of the fakes. Fake Shawn left. This segment was atrocious. Just a complete and total abomination. None of the imposters were funny. It didn’t generate heat towards Kennedy. It was just a stupid, boring waste of time.

They announced that next week Hulk Hogan, Trish Stratus, Mick Foley, Eric Bischoff and Steve Austin will appear. Plus, there will be a McMahon family portrait with Vince, Stephanie, Shane, Linda and Hornswoggle. Also, Vince McMahon will announce the biggest star in Raw history, presumably himself.

Vince McMahon told Hornswoggle that he would wrestle Carlito and Coach in a no-DQ handicap match. Vince left the room and Hornswoggle made a phone call from Vince’s cell phone. Triple H asked William Regal about his match with Jeff Hardy. Regal said the winner would receive a title shot at the Royal Rumble. So it looks like the Jericho program isn’t lasting long.

Chris Jericho beat Umaga via DQ. Umaga threw Jericho over the top rope, and applied a nerve hold. Jericho came back with punches, chops, an enzuigiri, a bulldog, the lionsault and the code breaker. At that point, Randy Orton ran in for the DQ and gave Jericho the RKO.

Carlito and Coach were set to face Hornswoggle, but Hornswoggle said he hired protection. It was Ron Simmons and JBL as the APA. This was a fun surprise. Simmons gave Carlito a spine buster. JBL gave Coach the clothesline from hell and Hornswoggle hit the frog splash for the pin. After the match, JBL plugged all of his stuff before Simmons finally grabbed the mic and said damn.

Jeff Hardy beat Snitsky. Snitsky before the match said he’d inflict pain because pain gives him pleasure. God does this guy suck. The crowd was dead for the match. Jeff hit the whisper in the wind and the swanton for the pin. Snitsky gave Jeff a high knee after the match and grabbed a chair. HHH made the save with the sledgehammer. HHH helped up Jeff but had some words for him.

Randy Orton beat Shawn Michaels via count out, apparently. Michaels took about five minutes to figure out how to apply an ankle lock. Michaels went for sweet chin music on the outside, but hit the timekeeper. That was a cool spot, reminiscent of WrestleMania XII. Orton used a low blow and DDT. Michaels hit an inverted atomic drop and elbow off the top. He was going for sweet chin music when Mr. Kennedy came out. Michaels hit a pescado to Kennedy, and they brawled on the outside. For some reason, Kennedy running out and attacking Michaels was fine since Michaels tried to cut him off. Thus, there was no DQ and instead Michaels was counted out. Jericho then attacked Orton.

The show concluded with Stephanie McMahon arriving. She was concerned that Vince invited all these people who dislike him to Raw next week. She said Vince gets beat up all the time on Raw, and was concerned it would happen again. She told Vince not to come to Raw next week. Vince blew her off

 

RAW Preview for 12/10

The following is from WWE.com:

It will be a night of celebration tonight as Monday Night Raw celebrates its 15th anniversary with a three-hour spectacular.

A host of WWE legends and alumni have been invited to honor the most groundbreaking show in sports-entertainment: Hulk Hogan, 'Stone Cold' Steve Austin, Mick Foley, Eric Bischoff, Sunny, Trish Stratus and Lita are just a few on the list of invitees.

Many of these Superstars have one thing in common: They all have had heated wars with Mr. McMahon. The Chairman’s daughter, Stephanie McMahon, has warned her father not to show up at the anniversary celebration because she fears his many enemies may be gunning for him. But Mr. McMahon will not be deterred, as he is determined to name the greatest Superstar in Raw’s history. Who will be named Raw’s greatest Superstar? You have to tune in to Raw’s special 15th anniversary celebration to find out.

However, Mr. McMahon will have more than his enemies on his mind. Tonight, his entire family, including his illegitimate son, Hornswoggle, will be posing for a family portrait. How will all the members of the McMahon clan react to the little leprechaun in their first public appearance as a complete unit?

Armageddon will be less than one week away during Raw’s 15th anniversary celebration, and the rivalry between Chris Jericho and Randy Orton is heating up as their WWE Championship Match approaches. What will these two do to try to get an advantage before Armageddon?

And what about Triple H and Jeff Hardy? Their match at Armageddon will determine who will challenge for the WWE Championship at Royal Rumble. These two dynamic Superstars have mutual respect for one another, but will that fade as Armageddon approaches? Either way, the challenges won't stop for the "Rainbow-haired Warrior." As seen first in an exclusive video on WWE Mobile at AT&T, Carlito will challenge Hardy in a Ladder Match on the 15th Anniversary Celebration of Raw.

Raw's 15th anniversary celebration will also include some surprise reunions - like the reunion of Evolution. WWE Champion Randy Orton, World Heavyweight Champion Batista, Triple H and Ric Flair have all walked separate paths since their days as a unit. How will they react to their reunion, especially with a egomaniac like Orton involved?

Join us tonight as we prepare for Armageddon and celebrate the present and past during Raw’s 15th anniversary party. Find out which legends will appear and which Superstars will make special appearances. Tune in live to USA Network for a three-hour celebration with a special start time of 8pm et, 7pm ct and look back on 15 years of greatness

 

RAW Results for 12/10

The show began with a mix of a number of different Raw opens. Throughout the show, they aired little Raw flashbacks with clips of different themes. There were themes like vehicles, slaps, kisses, celebrities and marriages. There was little in the way of matches, which was telling.

Vince, Shane and Stephanie McMahon came to the ring to start the show with a family portrait. Vince said Linda wouldn’t be there. Hornswoggle came out to a big reaction. Vince said they are all waiting for him to die so they can inherit his fortune. Vince said he loves Shane, Stephanie and kind of Hornswoggle. They were about to do the picture, but HHH came out. HHH said it isn’t a secret, people are smart, and he feels like a part of the family. He said he could be Vince’s son and said hi to Stephanie. They clearly assumed everyone knows HHH and Stephanie are together, but the audience reaction suggested otherwise. HHH said that since this was a family portrait, he would bring out people Vince has made love with. First out was Melina. Next was Sunny. It was nice to see Tammy Sytch. Third was Mae Young, who made out with Vince. Vince said they got together at Fabulous Moolah’s funeral after he had too much to drink. This disgusted Shane, who left. HHH next brought out WWE employees who were mistaken for women and propositioned by Vince: Howard Finkel, Bastion Booger, Big twinky Johnson, Gerald Brisco, Pat Patterson and Abe 'Knuckleball' Schwartz. HHH joked that the Brooklyn Brawler must have been busy. Stephanie at this point said Vince has embarrassed the family enough, and she would embarrass him. She made out with HHH and left. HHH said he’d see Stephanie at home. Vince told off everyone and left. Hornswoggle was sad that Vince left, and HHH wondered if there was anyone would could make him feel better. Godfather came out and Hornswoggle danced with the ho’s.

Jeff Hardy beat Carlito in a strong ladder match. This appeared to be Carlito’s chance to get back in the good graces of WWE management. Carlito hit Jeff with the ladder. Jeff responded by dropkicking Carlito off the apron onto a ladder. Jeff was climbing the ladder, but Carlito springboarded off the apron onto the ladder. He then jumped over the top of the ladder with a sunset flip power bomb. That was an awesome spot. Jeff missed a leg drop off the ladder, and Carlito went after Jeff’s leg. Jeff was selling huge, so he might have tweaked his ankle legitimately. Carlito dropped the ladder on Jeff’s leg, and slammed Jeff’s leg onto the ladder. Jeff came back by back dropping Carlito into the ladder and hitting the swanton. Carlito hit the back stabber on a ladder and climbed up to get the belt. Jeff knocked him off the apron and grabbed the belt for the win.

Shawn Michaels did a promo. He said that he was on the first Raw, but couldn’t remember his opponent because that was a dark time in his life. The opponent was Max Moon, for what it’s worth. He mocked the segment last week with Mr. Kennedy, and kept calling him Kennedy Kennedy like Kelly Kelly. Michaels said that Kennedy would have a chance to prove himself against the real Marty Jannetty this week. Jannetty came in acting like a total geek ala the New Rockers, so evidently that was a little bit of punishment for the repeated no shows. Michaels was really funny here.

Rob Van Dam beat Santino Marella. Santino said that he was sick of this nostalgia show. He said they should honor the future of the show, Santino Marella. He issued an open challenge, which was quickly accepted by RVD. It was nice to see him again, even if it’s a one shot. Hopefully he’ll take a date in PWG some time soon. RVD went to do his finger pointing gimmick, but Santino attacked him. RVD kicked him in the head and immediately hit the five star. He then finished his finger pointing gimmick and scored the pin. This was the right finish for this show, but they desperately need to protect Santino more in the booking. It also would have been fun to see Santino interact with some bizarre characters from the past.

Next up was the reunion of Evolution. Ric Flair, Batista and Triple H were introduced separately, and were cool with each other. Randy Orton wouldn’t come to the ring. He said that he has passed by the other members of Evolution, and the last time he was with them they turned on him. HHH said they didn’t turn on him because he was the champion, but because he was a pain in the butt. Orton said he wants to be remembered as a part of Rated RKO. That brought out Edge, who said he will take Batista’s title. Ric Flair told Edge to shut up, and challenged Rated RKO to a six man tag. Orton accepted and said that Umaga would be their partner. Batista, Ric Flair and Triple H beat Randy Orton, Edge and Umaga via DQ. This wasn’t much of a match. The heels worked over Flair. Flair tagged Batista, who came in with a clothesline for Orton. HHH and Batista hit simultaneous spine busters. Umaga attacked both of them and shoved the referee for a cheap DQ finish. Rated RKO left, leaving Umaga alone. Flair gave him a low blow, Batista hit a spear, and HHH hit the pedigree. They then played Evolution’s music.

Hornswoggle harassed Molly Holly and Mickie James backstage. William Regal announced that there would be a Hornswoggle-Great Khali rematch. He added that Finlay’s planet ticket to the show was cancelled. They’ve been teasing this for so long that I’m really anxious to see someone beat up Hornswoggle.

Hornswoggle vs. Great Khali didn’t get started. Khali got his hands on Hornswoggle, at which point Hulk Hogan’s music played. Hogan made the gesture that he would slam Khali, and the announcers talked about him slamming Andre. Khali went for the chop, but Hogan blocked it. Khali came back with punches until Hogan hulked up. He knocked Khali down with punches. Hogan invited Khali back, but Khali was held back. So they are saving the slam for another time. Hogan said Hulkamania is alive and well. He congratulated WWE for 15 years of Raw. He said he misses the fans, loves the fans, and never say never. He plugged American Gladiators and posed with Hornswoggle.

They had a battle royal, with all sorts of characters from the past. The participants were Al Snow (with Head), Bart Gunn (in Smokin’ Gunns attire but with Brawl for All music), Doink the Clown, Repo Man, Steve Blackman (in really good shape), Pete Gas (Shane’s buddy, not mine), Bob Backlund, Gangrel, The Goon, Skinner, I.R.S., Flash Funk (with no entrance, a big mistake), Scotty 2 Hotty, Jim Neidhart, Sgt. Slaughter and Gillberg. All the wrestlers grabbed Gillberg and dumped him first. From there, it was a contest to see who could get out of there the fastest. The ring emptied in a hurry, with a final four of Skinner, Scotty 2 Hotty, Sgt. Slaughter and I.R.S. Jim Ross labeled this a 'bizarre final four.' I.R.S. went to use his briefcase, but Scotty cut him off and hit the worm. Skinner promptly dumped Scott. Slaughter applied the cobra clutch to Skinner, and dumped him over the top. However, I.R.S. eliminated Slaughter to seemingly win the match. At that point, the Million Dollar Man’s music played. Ted DiBiase came down to the ring, and bribed I.R.S. with a fistful of cash. I.R.S. climbed over the top, and DiBiase was declared the winner. He said everybody has a price, and cackled. This was great fun and I loved the finish.

Eric Bischoff came out. He said that being there meant a lot to him and feigned being choked up. He then insulted the crowd, and said they are dependent on him for entertainment. He told the people to give him a big round of applause. He was interrupted by Chris Jericho, who told him to shut up. Jericho brought up Bischoff firing him two years ago, but said that was a good thing because it allowed him to get back his passion. He said he will use that to win the title Sunday. Bischoff sarcastically wished him luck on that. He encouraged Jericho to forfeit his title shot. Jericho responded with a derogatory poem directed at Bischoff and punched him. Orton came in, but Jericho caught him in the Walls of Jericho and made him tap out.

Hardcore Holly and Cody Rhodes defeated Lance Cade and Trevor Murdoch to win the tag titles. Dusty Rhodes did commentary, and sadly there were no references to clubbering or the mothership. The crowd was dead for this. The heels worked over Cody, who tagged Holly. Cade accidentally clotheslined Murdoch, and Cody knocked Cade out of the ring. Holly then hit the Alabama slam on Murdoch for the pin.

Jillian Hall came out to sing a song. Trish Stratus interrupted her, and said that Jillian’s music is really bad. Jillian said that Trish has the biggest ego in WWE history. That brought out Lita, who had a stare down with Trish. Jillian encouraged Lita to attack Trish, but Lita instead told Jillian to shut up. Jillian said nobody wanted to see these has-beens, and began singing again. Lita and Trish jumped her and sent her from the ring. Trish and Lita hugged. This was a fun segment.

They followed this with a brief backstage segment. Lita and Kane met backstage, and it was a very awkward moment. Kane asked if she had seen any good movies lately. Lita made a comment about the weather. In the midst of this, Ron Simmons made his cameo.

Mr. Kennedy beat Marty Jannetty. Kennedy worked over Marty, who came back with an enzuigiri. He hit a suplex and the rocker dropper. He went to the top, but Kennedy caught him and went for the Lambeau Leap. Marty got out and rolled up Kennedy for two. Kennedy then hit a reverse STO for the pin. Kennedy jumped Marty after the match. Shawn Michaels made the save, at which point Marty disappeared. Triple H came out and they posed as DX together. This was kind of a flat match.

Vince McMahon closed the show by announcing the greatest superstar in Raw history. It was of course Vince himself. Mankind came out and gave Mr. McMahon Mr. Socko. Undertaker was next, and gave Vince the choke slam. Then Steve Austin came out and gave Vince the stunner. He said the biggest stars on Raw are the fans. All the WWE stars came out to drink with Austin.

 

RAW Preview for 12/17

Credit goes to WWE.com:

After scores are settled and titles were decided at Armageddon, our Superstars will 'wing' it to Buffalo, N.Y., and the HSBC Arena for Monday Night Raw.

WWE Champion Randy Orton almost failed to weather the assault from challenger Chris Jericho. It took the surprising interference from SmackDown commentator John Bradshaw Layfield to allow Orton to escape with his gold via disqualification. Why did JBL attack Jericho? Will the self-proclaimed 'wrestling god' appear on Raw and address the controversial ending to the WWE Championship Match?

And what does Jericho have to say about all of this? Will Y2J seek revenge on the Legend Killer and/or JBL on the shores of Lake Erie?

Orton already knows who he’ll defend his WWE Championship against at the Royal Rumble in January. Intercontinental Champion Jeff Hardy stunned the Mellon Arena crowd with a victory over Triple H to earn a WWE Championship opportunity at the Rumble next month. What does Orton have to say about his upcoming challenge? How will Triple H react to Hardy’s upset win? Will he want a rematch from the 'Rainbow-Haired Warrior'?

And the title train keeps on rolling for Women’s Champion Beth Phoenix. Can anyone in the Divas locker room rise up and upset the Glamazon to take her gold?

Find out as Monday Night Raw airs from Buffalo, N.Y., at 9pm et, 8pm ct live on USA Network.

 

RAW Results for 12/17

Mickie James, Michelle McCool, Kelly Kelly and Maria defeated Jillian Hall, Melina, Layla and Victoria in a Santa’s Little Helpers match. Basically, the women were in skimpy theme costumes that provided lots of panty shots. The heels worked over Michelle, who made the hot tag to Mickie after Victoria missed a second rope moonsault. Mickie hit a Thesz press off the top, huracanrana, neckbreaker and implant DDT on Victoria for the pin. The faces cleared the ring of the heels after the match.

Vince McMahon staggered to the ring at the end of this match. He was upset that his night of celebration ended in humiliation. Vince didn’t understand how people could celebrate his anguish. Jeff Hardy came out and compared Vince to Saddam Hussein. An upset Vince sat down in the corner, and remained there after a commercial break. William Regal tried to get him to leave. HHH came out, and tried to get Vince to leave. Regal told HHH to leave Vince alone, and had a stare down with HHH. Vince got up and started muttering. He made Coach and Regal vs. HHH, and said he hoped something bad would happen.

Triple H beat William Regal and Coach. Regal kicked HHH’s head into the ring post early, which was a really impressive spot. They should have sold it much more, but HHH kicked out before two. Regal and Coach double teamed HHH. HHH made a comeback. Regal brought in brass knuckles, but was caught with a spine buster. Coach went to use the knuckles, but thought better of it and handed them over to HHH. HHH gave him a pedigree for the pin.

Cody Rhodes and Hardcore Holly beat Trevor Murdoch and Lance Cade to retain the World Tag Team Titles. Holly went for the Alabama slam, but he was cut off. Cade held him for a Murdoch yakuza kick. After being worked over briefly, Holly made the tag to Rhodes. Rhodes hit a bulldog and DDT on Cade for the pin.

Ric Flair came out for a promo. He said Vince doesn’t want him to get hurt on Vince’s watch, I guess to connect the dots for those wondering why Vince made the stipulation. Flair said he loves being the Nature Boy and will never retire. He ran down some famous rivals and friends, and said he will always cherish them. He said the locker room believes in him, and he’ll bring his best. This was generally a very good promo. Ric Flair beat Umaga via count out. Umaga kicked Flair in the back of the head, hit a splash, and applied a nerve hold. Flair came back with chops, but Umaga hit a Samoan drop. Umaga missed a head butt off the second rope, and Flair responded with chops and chop blocks. They went to the outside, where Umaga rammed Jeff into the ring post. He charged at Flair, but Flair moved out of the way and Umaga crashed through the barricade. Flair got back in the ring and Umaga was counted out.

Chris Jericho came out and wanted to know why JBL attacked him. He said he invited JBL to Raw, but JBL declined. JBL appeared on the screen and said he attacked Jericho because Jericho touched him. Jericho said people at ringside get knocked down all the time, and called JBL a crybaby. Jericho said he would come to Smackdown for answers. JBL said that if Jericho comes to Smackdown, he will never get another title shot. Jericho said JBL has gone soft and is a has-been. JBL said he would come to Raw and prove he is a wrestling god.

Santino and Carlito beat Brian Kendrick and Paul London. Kendrick and London used arm drags on Santino early. Santino tagged Carlito. Kendrick and London got the better of him too, with a monkey flip and crossbody off the top. Santino broke up the pinning attempt, and managed to distract both faces. That gave Carlito the opportunity to hit the back stabber for the pin. After the match, Santino said that this was a great pairing of an Italian and a Colombian. TNA would love this, a tag team feuding in their first match together.

Backstage, Randy Orton said he would kill Jeff Hardy’s dreams. Elsewhere, Vince McMahon made HHH vs. Ric Flair for New Year’s Raw.

Jeff Hardy and Shawn Michaels beat Randy Orton and Mr. Kennedy. Shawn and Jeff were dominant early, and hit stereo pescados. The heels worked over Jeff, who made the hot tag to Shawn. Shawn hit an inverted atomic drop, punches and a flying forearm to Kennedy, but Orton cut off Michaels with a clothesline. The heels then got the heat on Michaels, including a Kennedy running kick to the head and camel clutch. Michaels hit an enzuigiri and tagged Jeff. Jeff hit clotheslines on Orton, and went for the twist of fate. Orton escaped and went for the RKO, but Jeff escaped. Jeff then hit the twist of fate and swanton for the decisive pin. This was a really good match, and there was a big reaction to the finish.

 

Tribute For The Troops show

First match Randy Orton vs. Y2J Watch for a helicopter fly over as Y2J is coming to the ring. The match ended when JBL came to the ring while Y2J had Orton in the walls of Jericho. Jericho got the better of JBL until Orton took down Jericho. Afterwards JBL hit the clothesline from hell on Y2J. Winner by DQ: Y2J

Second match Jeff Hardy vs. Carlito The end of this match came when Carlito put Jeff Hardy down, went to spit apple in Hardys face only Hardy kicked Carlito causing apples to go everywhere and hit the twist of fate and the swanton for the 3 count. Funny note: Hardy botched the first swanton, after the three count Carlito layed back down for another take on the finish. Next, Vince comes to the ring in a red suit thanks all of us troops for what we do. Says WWE stands behind us no matter what!! Then says lets bring out the divas!! (every guy over here looked forward to this)

Third match Kelly Kelly and Layla vs. Maria and Mickie James I think every guy was hoping for a wardrobe malfunction that didn't happen! The end came when Mickie and Maria hit the bucking bronco on Kelly and Layla and Vince comes in the ring to say we have seen enough! He ended it at the good part! He says that Santa isn't coming to Iraq this year, then as you guessed out comes Santa to tell us how young vince was a bad boy. Tells how he stole a magazine once, the magazine was drunk chicks over 60! Very funny stuff. Then reads a letter to Santa from young Vince saying he wanted a giant rooster for Christmas. Santa then says that young vince loves cocks. Also said he wanted a Red Rider BB gun. Vince then says your not Santa and rips off beard to reveal John Cena as Santa. Cena takes out Vince and gets on mic and says his bag is overloaded and he and the divas toss DVD's and magazines into the crowd. Very funny segment.

Next match was Rey jr. vs. Mark Henry Very boring match!! I must say from seeing him in person Mark Henry is HUGE!!! then end came when Rey got a roll up on Henry. Next match Ron Simmons vs. Hardcore Holly Ron hits a spinebuster on Holly for the win. Simmons then gets on the mic to give us our "damn"for the week. (every time I saw Simmons during the time they were I had him say damn) good stuff!

The main event was DX vs. Umaga and Mr. Kennedy DX does a special intro for the troops! It was pretty cool of them! The end came when Shawn hit sweet chin music on both Umaga and Kennedy and HHH hit the pedigree on Kennedy for the 3 count. After the match HHH and Shawn celebrate in the ring w/ a few troops. Afterwards all the wrestlers to the ring for a special thank you to all the troops for what we do. Vince says he has two words for us "Merry Christmas", this was a good show!

 

RAW Results for 12/31

Randy Orton Video airs highlighting his year in 2007.

Randy Orton comes out for a promo. Jeff Hardy comes out and shows clips of him getting the pinfall on RAW two weeks ago. Hardy ends up reversing a RKO and laying Orton out with his own RKO.

Next week on Raw: The Raw Roulette. Superstars will spin a wheel and wrestle in various WWE gimmick matches.

The Hardys are backstage... Matt asked if Jeff wins the WWE Title at the Rumble, if Matt could have a title shot if Jeff wins at Royal Rumble... Jeff says yes, lets go talk about it and they walk off...

HBK vs. Mr. Kennedy. Typical match between the two. Kennedy gets the win with a clean pin.

Backstage with Regal, Vince, & HHH... If HHH loses, he can't compete in the Royal Rumble.

Backstage with Jillian Hall, Ron Simmons, & Big twinky Johnson. twinky is dancing... we get a DAMN!

Backstage with Vince and Regal... Vince says Regal vs Hornswoggle tonight is announced.

Tribute To The Troops video shows

Umaga defeats Hacksaw Jim Duggan in a Royal Rumble qualifying match.

Backstage segment with Flair and Vince McMahon. Vince told Flair its over for him and his career tonight.

JBL makes his return to RAW, coming in a limousine to ringside. Lots of balloons and confettie come down from the rafters. JBL comes out and talks about power. Y2J's music hits and he attacks JBL and the two begin to brawl. The refs come down and break it up.

Beth Phoenix retains the WWE Women's Title against Mickie James in a good match.

Regal vs Hornswoggle ends in a No contest... Vince gave Regal brass knuckles and told him to use them. Regal couldn't so Hornswoggle runs up the ramp. Vince comes in and berates Regal who then leaves. Vince said it was a test for Regal to see how he would do.

Jeff Hardy vs. Santino Marella. Match starts off and Orton comes on the TitanTron while the match is going on and beats up Matt Hardy in the back... Orton kicks Matt in the head... Jeff leaves the match to help Matt and is shown backstage tending to Matt with the refs.

Triple H vs. Ric Flair. Huge pop as expected for Flair who is introduced last. Both men hit their signature moves. Flair locks on the figure four for a few minutes. William Regal came down and hit Flair with the brass knuckles, causing Flair to win by DQ

 

RAW Results for 1/7/08:

Vince McMahon started the show by promising a special and unpredictable Raw Roulette show. William Regal told Vince that he tried to redeem himself for not hitting Hornswoggle by taking Triple H out of the Royal Rumble. Vince was pleased, but suggested Regal go further by injuring HHH as well. He announced HHH vs. Regal, and spun the wheel to make a first blood match. Regal was jumped by HHH as he left Vince’s office.

Shawn Michaels and Mr. Kennedy beat Charlie Haas and Trevor Murdoch. This started with Michaels and Kennedy coming to the ring presumably to wrestle each other. Vince spun the wheel and it landed on strange bedfellows, which meant parejas increibles. The heels worked over Michaels. Michaels took off Haas’ mask, and that was the end of that. There was a point when Haas came off the top and it appeared Michaels was supposed to get up his boot but didn’t. Haas thus jumped off the top, landed on his feet, and dropped an elbow. I’ve seen that spot done intentionally on independent shows, but always with a heel who is teasing but not delivering a spectacular top rope move. Michaels went to tag Kennedy but Kennedy wouldn’t tag. Michaels took matters into his own hands, giving both opponents sweet chin music. Kennedy at that point tagged in, gave Michaels the mic check (clever new name for his reverse STO), and scored the pin.

Hardcore Holly beat Carlito with the Alabama slam in a trading places match, which meant that each man had to dress as the other. The announcers tried to sell that Holly wasn’t pleased with the stipulation, but Holly didn’t appear to get the memo. He played up the gimmick, wearing a big fake wig and carrying an apple to the ring. Carlito had a goofy yellow wig. They also wore each other’s ring attire.

Vince McMahon and Maria were backstage. She spun the wheel to determine the match the divas would be in. It landed on a submission match, so Vince moved it to lingerie pillow fight. Elsewhere, Jeff Hardy said he spent New Year’s in the hospital with his brother. He said he would take Orton’s title and take Orton out. They kept this short and to the point, which is smart with Jeff. Next, Vince McMahon told Hornswoggle that he could qualify for the Royal Rumble if he won a tag match with a partner of his choosing.

The returning Ashley won a lingerie pillow fight. Ashley got fireworks for her big return. The other competitors were Melina, Mickie and Jillian Hall, and it basically amounted to a handicap match with the faces having the numbers advantage. The match went on and on and on, with the women doing a bunch of spots on a bed. Maria hit a bronco buster on Jillian. Ashley hit an elbow off the second rope onto Jillian lying on the bed, and scored the pin.

HHH beat William Regal in a first blood match. It was a good brawl. Regal sent HHH into the post, steps and unprotected turnbuckle. HHH retaliated with a face buster and went for the pedigree, but Regal reversed. Regal hit a running knee and brought in the brass knuckles. HHH caught him with a spine buster and punched Regal in the head until he bled. HHH continued to pound the bloody Regal, gave him the pedigree, and celebrated over his corpse.

Chris Jericho beat JBL and Snitsky in a handicap match via DQ. The match was brief, before JBL hit Jericho with the ring bell and choked him with a cable. JBL dragged Jericho around by the neck and tried to hang Jericho.

Mick Foley and Hornswoggle beat the Highlanders. Foley softened up the Highlanders, and tagged in Hornswoggle to deliver the frog splash for the pin.

Jeff Hardy beat Umaga in a cage match. Umaga worked over Jeff, including applying the dreaded nerve hold. Given the premise of a nerve hold was exposed about 10 years ago, I guess that just means Umaga has a lot of nerve to use such a dull rest hold for three minutes of every match. Umaga back dropped Jeff into the cage, and hit an avalanche that sent Jeff into the cage. Randy Orton at ringside threw a chair into the ring, and Umaga hit Jeff with it. Jeff kicked out, and came back with a DDT. He went to escape, but Orton slammed the door in his face. Umaga covered, but Jeff again kicked out. Umaga went for the Samoan spike, but Jeff countered with the twist of fate. Jeff weighed his options, and then went to climb the cage. Jeff hit a whisper in the wind off the top of the cage. He covered Umaga for the pin. It was an incredible spot to end a great final segment. Jim Ross and Randy Orton did a tremendous job selling the move