WWE Raw Results

RAW Preview for 1/16 from WWE.com

TLC Match
January 16, 2006


This Monday night on RAW, for the first time ever, Edge will put his newly-won WWE Championship on the line in a TLC Match. His opponent will be 16-time World Champion Ric Flair. Is the Nature Boy primed for another reign on top? Or will the Rated R Superstar's experience in TLC Matches carry him over Flair? Watch RAW to find out.

The new World Heavyweight Champion Kurt Angle and Shawn Michaels have had some of the best matches in WWE history. They are considered two of the best all-around performers that the sports-entertainment industry has ever seen. They delivered an instant-classic at WrestleMania 21, and Angle walked away with the first victory in what would turn out to be an extended rivalry.

Their match at WrestleMania was an interpromotional one, but after Angle was drafted to RAW in the Draft Lottery, it was just a matter of time before they locked horns again. The rematch was at Vengeance, and while the match was another classic, the result was different as HBK picked up the big win.

Mr. McMahon then put a smile on every WWE fan's faces when he announced a third match between the two for the big WWE Homecoming last October. To make things even more interesting, though, he made the rubber match a 30-Minute WWE Iron Man Match. The two battled to the point of exhaustion for 30 minutes, and in the end, they both scored two falls apiece, and the match was ruled a draw.

After HBK and Angle had a falling out during a tag team match on RAW, Mr. McMahon thought it would be the perfect time for HBK vs. Angle IV. And who could argue? Dont miss RAW Monday night in what is sure to be another instant classic between these two amazing competitors.

Kane, Chavo Guerrero and Shelton Benjamin all qualified for the Royal Rumble. It was also announced that Rob Van Dam would make his big return to the squared circle in the Royal Rumble Match. Who else will qualify for the Royal Rumble? Tune in to Monday Night RAW at 9/8 CT on the USA Network to find out.

 

RAW Results for 1/16:

Edge comes out with Lita in a shirt cut to her navel. Edge says he hear people are calling him a cheap Champ who stole the title from Cena. He says he won it fair and square by using his Money In The Bank Clause at the right time. He stand before us as the Champ. He can now do what he wants, when he wants. He calls the shots. Last week he wanted to have hot s*x in the ring. But some people were offended at Litas hot body being stripped down. Get used to it, hes the R Rates Superstar. Last weeks RAW was the highest rated in two years. 25 million PPV on WWE.com after hearing he won the title. For those who dont like it, theres consequences to pay. Like Flair who stuck his nose in last week - he paid. They replayed the One Man Con-Chair-To. Later Edge is going to finish Flair off in a TLC match. But right now he wants Lita to finish him off. Edge calls for a chair and Lita takes Edges shirt off. Edge sits in the chair and Lita stratles him. Angles music hits stopping the kink in mid-flow. Edge tells Angle the people are saying he sucks. Angle says they were not speaking to him, but to Lita. Angle says that Edge handed over the contract after Cena had been in the ring for 45 minutes. Now Edge needs to prove, in the ring, that hes a champ. Angle says his contract with RAW was up on January first. He was going to renegotiate, then he heard about Batistas injury, so he went over there and won the title. Edge tells Angle that he had to go over there because he hadnt been able to beat Cena the past couple months. Whereas Edge beat Cena in two minutes the first time he faced him. Both guys are riled up and Angle says that Edge should try to beat him, now, in the ring. They both look ready to beat the crap out of each other. Vince climbs in the ring saying hes not going to have two champs beating the hell out of each other tonight. That Edge will be in a TLC match with Flair. Vince tells Edge and Lita to leave. He tells Lita to cover herself up. Then he turns to Angle. He tells Angle that he will be facing HBK, but not for the title. BUT, if HBK loses his contract will be terminated. Vince then calls HBK out for the match - now!

HBK comes down the ramp, he and Vince stare each other down at the bottom of the ramp. Vince mockingly claps for HBK with a smirk, and then heads up the ramp. HBK is chasing Daivari around the outside, then gets in and Chops Angle. He gets Angle in a Side Headlock on the mat. Angle gets up, but HBK drops him with a Shoulder Block for two. Angle is back in the Side Headlock. Angle gets to his feet and HBK into a corner. Angle slams shoulders into HBKs gut. HBK turns it around with Chops. HBK tries to land a Double Axe Handle, but Angle catches him and hits a German. Angle then hits three more Germans for a two count. Angle locks on Body Scissors twice for two - two counts. Angle keeps the Body Scissors on, but HBK elbows out. HBK throws more Chops in a corner. Angle plays corner pinball with HBK until HBK hits the mat. Angle goes for the Angle Slam, HBK reverses it into a DDT. Both men are down. HBK is finally able to cover Angle for two. Shoulder Block lands Angle on the mat. HBK goes to bounce off the ropes, but Daivari pulls them down landing HBK on the outside. HBK gets pissed and hits Sweet Chin Music on Daivari. But he takes his eyes of Angle who rolls from the ring and hits an Angle Slam onto the floor. Angle has HBK in a Head Lock. HBK fights out and throws Chops. HBK gets tossed hard into a corner and hits the mat. A Scoop Slam and Angle gets two. Angle sets HBK up top and tries for a Belly To Belly, but HBK tosses him off. Angle runs up again and gets pushed off. Angle runs up a third time and hits an Angle Slam from the top for two. Angle locks on the Ankle Lock, HBK rolls through into a cover for two. They exchange Chops, then HBK lands a Flying Forearm. Angle tries again for the Ankle Lock, but HBK gets out and hits an Inverted Atomic Drop. HBK climbs, but Angle rolls out of the way of the Elbow. Angle gets up and pulls down his straps. Angle goes for the Angle Slam but HBK turns in into a Sunset Flip. Angle locks on the Ankle Lock. HBK is trying to get to the ropes. Daivari is taunting HBK. HBK slaps him. Daivari rushes the ring with a chair. Angle lets go of HBK and yells at Daivari for being in the ring. Angle has a hold of one side of the chair, Daivari has the middle and the ref has the other end. Daivari tries to pull the chair out of the refs hands and slams it into Angles chest. This gives HBK the opportunity to roll Angle up for the three count. Angle is screaming at Daivari who says it was an accident and says hes sorry. Daivari tries to walk away and Angle grabs him. Angle says HBK was tapping out and Daivari screwed it up. Daivari apologizes again, but then say Angle is still champ because of him. Angle is pissed and gives Daivari an Angle Slam. Daivari rolls from the ring and hits the floor.

Maria is outback with Masters. She says that he was in the Chamber and he and Carlito worked as a team. She then shows a bit of video where Carlito turned on him. Maria says it was mean that Carlito did that too him. Tonight he faces Cena in a Masterlock Challenge, does he think he can beat Cena? Masters says he would have beat Cena if not for Carlito. Carlito will have to deal with Masters at RR. He says hes going to be the youngest Rumble winner and the youngest Champ ever. Cena need to realize that he cant break out fo the Masterlock.

In the ladies locker room Ashley and Trish are talking about Mickie. Ashley is pissed and disgusted with Mickie. The three are tagging against the three heels tonight. Trish calls them The Three Skankateers. Trish tries to remind Ashley how good Mickie is in the ring. Ashley agrees but says shes obsessed. Trish agrees that Mickies is obsessed, but... They shut up when Mickie enters. Mickie asks if they were talking about her. She gets all upset and says she was obsessed all week about what she did to Ashley. She asked for Ashleys forgiveness. Ashley grudgingly agreed. Mickie got all excited and hugged them saying she was so excited they were going to team tonight.

Chris Masters music is playing and he comes out. He takes a mic and says its time for his Masterlock Challenge. He says he issued the challenge to prove hed have beaten Cena if not for Carlito. He then introduces the former WWE Champ. Cena comes out and the crowd sounds like it pops, not much heat. Masters says hes impressed Cena had the guts to take the challenge. The crowd starts chanting for Cena, some boos. Cena takes off his shirt to lots of cheers and some boos. Cena slowly sits, watching Masters closely. Masters tries to put it on and they jockey for position. Finally he locks it on and whips Cena around. Cena chants from the crowd. Cena bends over picking up Masters, then slams him into the ring post. Cena then tries to loosen one arm at a time. Cena cant seem to get out of it, hes on his knees. Then he gets his second wind and gets back up. Suddenly Edge is there taunting Cena with his belt. Cena looks like he was breaking the Masterlock when Edge hit him in the head with the belt. Masters drops Cena and leaves. Edge leaves the ring and walks up the ramp with Lita while yelling at Cena. Cena is sitting in the ring looking confused and bleeding from his forehead.

HBK is getting his knee stretched out when Vince screams his name. He asks how he keeps pulling that type of luck out of his hat? Vince then tells him his luck will run out. He then tells him to gather his things as he will be escorted out of the building. Vince then goes over to Flair and says that tonight he could break another record by winning the title tonight. Vince isnt mad that Flair interrupted the celebration last week, or that he has a concussion, Flairs getting rewarded. Candice comes up and asks Vince to watch her match and critique it move for move as she unbuttons her jacket. He says he will, and after she should come see him and they can talk over that thing they were planning on talking about. She does her little dance and leaves.

Trish, Ashley and Mickie come out to the ring. Trish and Ashley are in hot pink and black. Mickie is in a red top and black miniskirt. Candice, Victoria and Torrie come out to the ring wearing turquoise and black.Victoria and Trish start it off. Victoria gets an Armbar on Trish and slams her to the mat by her hair. When Trish gets up she gets a kick to the gut and then thrown into a corner. Trish get her elbow up into Victorias face. Trish gets up on Victorias shoulders and does a Victory Roll for a two count. Trish slams Victoria to the mat and throws a bunch of punches. Trish then gets pushed into a corner and jumps up so her ankles are on Victorias shoulders. Trish hits Head Scissors on Victoria sending her flying. Trish kicks Victoria in the gut and calls for Stratusfaction. Candice rushes the ring to stop her. Trish gets her ankles around Candices neck as well as having an arm around Victorias neck. She sent them both flipping with a move that I dont know the name of, but Eddie used to do it. Trish runs over and tags in Ashley even though Mickies hand is out. Mickie looks a little upset about it. Ashley rushes Victoria but gets slammed back into the corner and Mickie. Mickie had been looking at Trish to find out why she hadnt been the one tagged and got thrown to the floor because of it. Mickie gets to her feet and looks around confused trying to figure out what happened. Victoria Irish Whips Ashley. Ashley ducks under Victorias Clothesline but is tackled by Mickie who rushes the ring. Mickie blindly grabs Ashley and slams her to the mat with Mickie on top. Its hard to tell if Mickie went specifically after Ashley, or if she went in blindly, or is she missed Victoria and accidentally got Ashley, or even if she thinks Ashley knocked her down on purpose. She pounds away on Ashley slamming her head into the mat over and over by her hair. Shes screaming and yelling as if she was crazy. Trish reaches in and pulls Mickie out of the ring by her ankle. While Trish is outside screaming at Mickie for attacking Ashley, Ashley is in the ring by herself. Victoria grabs her and hits the Widows Peak. When Victoria gets Ashley up over her shoulder it looks as though Ashley either had a nip slip or very close to one. I dont know how she stayed in her top through that one. Victoria covers Ashley for the win. - Winners: Victoria, Torrie Wilson, Candice Michelle

Carlito is in the ring. He doesnt understand why everyone is excited about the return of RVD. He says he wasnt impressive the last time he was on RAW. He showed a video of how Carlito attacked an injured RVD. Carlito says he made sure RVD was out even longer. He wont hesitate to do it again if RVD gets in his way. Carlito says he almost won the Chamber match and will win the Rumble. There is no one, RAW or Smackdown who can put Carlito over the top. Kanes music hits and he comes stomping to the ring. Carlito attacks him fast. Kane wraps his hand around Carlitos neck, but Carlito poke him in the eyes. Carlito bounces off the ropes and runs straight into Kanes boot. Kane then grabbed on of Carlitos apples and shoves it in his mouth. He jams it right into Carlitos mouth and then picks him up and tossed him over the ropes. Kanes just stands there grinning as the fire erupts from the corners.

Outback Vince is in his office. A crew member says theres a woman who wants to see him. Vince tells him that Candice has the hots for him. He then tells the guy to send her in to see him in a few minutes.

Vince uses breath spray, takes off his jacket, tie and unbuttons the his shirt. He turns his back and says he just wants to feel her presence. He undoes his belt and tries to do Candices dance. He turns around to see Shelton and his Mama. Vince freaks and Mama is interested. Shes not happy that Shelton isnt wrestling tonight. Vince says he will put him in a match. Shelton tries to interrupt, but Mama tells him the grown ups are talking. She tells him to go get ready for his match. When he leaves Mama tells Vince to let her know when hes ready for a real woman, chocolate thunder, a little brown sugar, baby. Vince freaks and stumbles all over himself.

Sheltons music hits and he comes to the ring with Mama. They get in the ring arguing the whole time. His opponent is Big Show who is coming to the ring laughing. Shelton and Mama look shocked. Shelton hides behind his Mama as Show gets in the ring. Shelton tells her to give Show a piece of her mind. Go ahead, give Show a piece of her mind, hes just tall. The whole while Mama and Shelton are slowly backing away from Show who is advancing. They are finally backed into a corner. Show hold the ropes for Mama who takes the hint and leaves the ring. She tells Shelton that hes on his own and to do what he can. Shelton throws some punches until Show lands a Sidewalk Slam. Show seems to have hurt his hand doing it. He slams the hand into the ring post. Shelton leapt into the broken hand, but Show couldnt slam him with it. Shelton flew as show who caught him and hit a Fallaway Slam. The momentum rolled him from the ring. Show went outside and tossed Shelton over the top rope. Before show can get back in the ring HHH appears and attacks Show. They battle their way away from the ring as the ref counts Show out. - Winner: via count out Shelton Benjamin

Flairs music hits and he comes to the ring. Flairs daughter Ashley is in the front row to see her dad wrestle. He doesnt look as up as usual. Edge and Lita come to the ring. Lita is wearing a different shirt. Guess she couldnt cause trouble in the match without fear of another boob slip in the shirt she had been wearing. A loop lowers from the ceiling and the ref attaches the belt to it. It raises back up high. Flair backs Edge into a corner with punches. Edge fights his way out and drops an elbow. Edge gets a ladder and hits Flair in the head with it. He opens the ladder and places Flair in the middle length wise. He closes the ladder and then slams it a couple times with a chair. Edge pulls him out and stomps him out of the ring. Flair hits a bunch of Chops. Flair Chops Edge over the barrier and into the crowd. Edge throws Flair back over into the ring area and Suplexes him on the floor. Edge gets a table and sets it up. Lita gets a table. Edge is throwing punches to Flairs head. He puts Flair on the table with a chair under his head. Edge climbs on the announce table planning to give him a Flying Con-Chair-Tow. Flair reaches up and grabs Edge by the family jewels. He Chops and punches Edge before flinging him off the announce table and into the barrier. Lita jumps on Flairs back, but he just flips her onto the floor. Flair runs face first into a chair. Edge stomps Flair and then sets him up on a table. Flair is bleeding at this point. Lita is holding Flair on the table as Edge throws a tall ladder into the ring. Edge sets up the ladder and climbs. Lita is screaming at the refs who are arguing with her. Edge gets to the top and flies down to land, cross body, on Flair. They crash through the table, Lita moves just in time. Flair is drenched in blood and there is blood all over the place. Flair opens a ladder and puts Edge in it crossways. Flair climbs and when he lands he slams a chair into the ladder. Flair nails Edge with a chair a couple times. Flair lays the ladder over Edge and slams it over and over with a chair. Hes focusing on one of Edges knees.

Edge gets up and is immediately Chopped to the mat. Flair climbs a ladder in the corner. Edge climbs the other side. Edge Superplexes Flair over the top of the ladder - Flair left a big splat of blood on the mat. Edge climbs the ladder in the corner. Flair is up and standing. Edges Mistle Dropkick lands short. Edge nails Flair over the head with a chair. Edge pulls the ladder into the middle of the ring and starts to climb. He puts his hand on the belt. Flair pushes the ladder backward sending Edge over the top rope and through a table. Lita screams loudly. Flair sets up the ladder in the middle. Flair climbs the ladder, but Lita pulls him down. Flair pushes her to the mat and locks on the Figure 4 Leglock. She screams even more. Edge is still on the floor with broken table around him. Flair climbs the ladder again, but Edge is in the ring. Edge climbs the other side. Edge throws punches knocking Flair from the ladder. Edge reaches up and gets the belt down. Edge climbs down hugging the belt. Flair gets to his feet and Edge gets up. Edge Spears Flair. Edge leaves the ring and comes back with two chairs. He rolls Flair over onto one chair. The crowd starts chanting for Cena. Edge is about to his the Con-Chair-Tow when Cena runs down the ramp. Cena tackles Edge beating the crap out of him. He throws Edge in a corner and punches him in the head a number of times. Lita comes up behind Cena to hit him with a chair. He turns before she can. She drops the chair and rolls from the ring. Edge take the opportunity to leave the ring. - Winner: Edge

 

RAW Preview for 1/23 from WWE.com:

Pick a Partner
January 23, 2006

In tag team action, WWE Champion Edge and a partner of his choice will face John Cena and a partner of his choice Monday night on RAW. Who will they choose as their partner? Find out on RAW.

Kane, who destroyed Carlito last week on RAW, will go one on one with Carlito this week on RAW.

WWE Women's Champion Trish Stratus and Ashley will take on the team of Candice and Victoria. Will Mickie be able to stay out of Trish's business this week? Find out on RAW.

Also, Shawn Michaels will take on Shelton Benjamin. Will Shelton's momma continue to help her son?

For all this and more, watch Monday Night RAW on USA at 9pm et, 8pm ct

 

RAW Results for 1/23:

The show started with a video package on Edge, which they labeled a movie trailer. Edge vowed to be the champion at WrestleMania. He said he wont be a transitional champion like the Iron Sheik or Mick Foley. He added he wont lose it 16 times or become a walking joke like Ric Flair. He observed that Flair isnt exactly walking right now, and said Flair wouldnt be at Raw. He said Flair will never receive another title match. At this point the crowd was chanting we want Flair. John Cena came out. He commended the movie trailer on Edge, and proceeded to tell the story that the movie would be about. Basically he called Lita a ho 80 times and said he would beat Edge at the Royal Rumble. Cena and Lita bickered back and forth, and Cena promised to preview the Royal Rumble

Kane d. Carlito by disqualifacation after Carlito hit Kane with a steel chair.

Backstage, Edge convinced Lita to perform sexual favors for the Big Show so he would be Edges partner. Show turned her down, because of what Edge did to Flair.

Elsewhere, Mickie James was upset that Trish would team with Ashley rather than her, and cried.

Coach announced he is in the Royal Rumble, but Jerry Lawler challenged him to a qualifying match.

Trish Stratus & Ashley d. Candice Michelle & Victoia when Ashley did a flying bodypress on Victoria. After the match, Mickie James came down and attacked Ashley for a few minuites before the refs broke it up.

Shawn Michaels beat Shelton Benjamin. Prior to the match Benjamin pouted to his Mama about Michaels calling him a mamas boy. Vince McMahon came out and said if Michaels lost the match he wouldnt be in the Rumble. Benjamin started with a headlock. Michaels knocked him out of the ring, where Mama looked after him. Benjamin went for a springboard dropkick. Michaels tried to counter with a superkick like the finish of their match last year, but Benjamin caught him in mid air and retaliated with a kick to the head. That was a really nice spot. Benjamin went for a superplex, but Michaels fought him off. Benjamin ran back up and hit an enzuigiri, sending Michaels to the floor. Michaels and Benjamin brawled as they came back from the break. Michaels hit a flying forearm, inverted atomic drop and clotheslines. He was going to the top, but Mama distracted him and Benjamin hit a superplex for a near fall. Benjamin hit the Stinger splash and went for the T-Bone, but Michaels got out. Benjamin hit a spin kick for a near fall. Benjamin went for a springboard crossbody, but missed. Michaels hit the elbow off the top. He went for sweet chin music, but Mama got on the apron and distracted the referee. Benjamin rolled up Michaels, but the referee was still distracted. By the time he turned around, Michaels had reversed the rollup and hooked the tights for the pin.

Edge asked HHH to be his partner backstage. Elsewhere, Vince McMahon came to Shawn Michaels. He said he wanted to turn business back to the time when it was s*x, drugs and rock n roll. Michaels rejected this, and said he wouldnt go back. Vince was disappointed, and said Michaels luck would run out at the Royal Rumble.

Coach beat Jerry Lawler. Team Spirit, a new male cheerleader gimmick came out and cheered for Coach. Lawler was going for the fist drop when one of them blew a blow horn and Coach rolled up Lawler for the pin. They came in and celebrated in the ring after the match.

Big Show beat Rob Conway, Lance Cade and Gregory Helms in what I guess was a battle royal. The stipulation was that if one of them could throw out Show, they would get a chance to enter the Rumble. They teamed up, but Show disposed of all of them. After the match HHH came out, and said he is winning the Rumble. He said he wouldnt team with Edge, because hes done taking charity cases. He is not helping people become stars any more, and its all about him.

John Cena and Ric Flair beat Edge and Chris Masters in a brief main event. Edge and Lita were having trouble deciding backstage when Masters walked in off camera and was chosen as the partner. Flair of course got a big reception. Cena and Masters started, and Cena quickly tagged Flair. Flair used chops to Masters and Edge. Masters came back with a suplex and tagged Edge. Flair chopped him, but Edge went to the eyes. Masters tagged in and applied a bear hug, but Flair got out and tagged Cena. Cena came in with clotheslines, and went for the FU on Edge. Lita pulled Edge out, and Masters applied the Masterlock to Cena. However, Flair chop blocked Masters, and Cena used the FU and STF on Masters for the submission.

 

RAW Preview for 1/30 from WWE.Com

The Champ is back
January 30, 2006

Hot on the heels of the Royal Rumble, The Champ is back as RAW rolls into Orlando, Florida, tonight.

Last night, John Cena defeated Edge at the Royal Rumble to once again become WWE Champion. After the match, Edge was irate when Todd Grisham asked him about becoming the transitional champion he said he wouldnt be. Edge will have his chance to redeem himself tonight on RAW as he take on The Champ in a Royal Rumble rematch for the WWE Championship. Can Edge bounce back from a disappointing Royal Rumble?

The World Tag Team Champions, Big Show and Kane, teamed up momentarily during the Royal Rumble last night, but then focused their attentions on each other, allowing Triple H to eliminate them both. Tonight they will team up to defend the gold against Carlito and Chris Masters. Carlito got the best of Masters at New Year's Revolution in the Elimination Chamber and did the same last night at the Rumble. The two will have to patch things up if they want to become World Tag Team Champions.

Also last night, Triple H nearly went the distance, being the second-to-last man eliminated from the Royal Rumble Match after drawing No. 1. Will the Game have anything to say about his performance?

Plus, Gregory Helms shocked everyone by entering the Open Invitational Match at the Royal Rumble, outlasting five SmackDown Superstars to become the new Cruiserweight Champion. Whats next for the former superhero now that he has brought the gold to RAW?

Find out the answers to these questions and more tonight at 9pm et, 8pm ct on the USA Network.

 

RAW Results for 1/30

Edge at the opening of the show said that the Royal Rumble was a fluke. He added that he wont use his rematch clause at WrestleMania or Saturday Nights Main Event. Rather, he decided to get his rematch immediately on Raw. He vowed not to be a transitional champion, and said he would take back the strap.

Vince McMahon strutted to the ring and gloated about Shawn Michaels being eliminated from the Royal Rumble. He said he abused his power, but thats what people with power do. Shawn Michaels came out, looking angrier than he has in ages. He said he wanted to beat up Vince, but then he would get fired. He said he would quit, except he would be sued for breach of contract. He said he would roll back the clock, and go back to partying, pill popping, and drinking. But he concluded instead that he loves his wife and children, and that wont happen. Shawn proposed to settle it in the ring with a match, which got a tepid response. Vince was hesitant, so Shawn ridiculed him and called him a coward. Vince refused, saying he would wrestle on his terms. He dared Shawn to commit career suicide and hit him. If Shawn were to do that, Vince said he would fire him and sue him. Shawn stood there and did nothing as Vince begged him to attack, and Shane came from behind and hit Shawn with a chair.

Rob Van Dam beat Gene Snitsky with the 5-star frog splash to end this match.

Mama backstage reprimanded a cowering Shelton Benjamin. Mama wanted a massage, and received one from Goldust. Goldust said he loves to give golden showers. Mama was upset.

Elsewhere, HHH said he kicked everyones butt in the Rumble, and Rey Mysterio didnt really beat him. He said he would have to take his frustrations out on someone, and it would be Chavo Guerrero. He told Chavo to pray to whoever helped Rey last night.

HHH beat Chavo Guerrero. Chavo dominated early, knocking HHH out of the ring twice and hitting a pescado. HHH threw Chavo out of the ring and hit a nice spine buster. HHH worked over Chavo, but Chavo came back with a drop kick and clotheslines. Chavo hit a DDT, and the three amigos. He went for the frog splash, but HHH crotched him. Chavo punched HHH off the top rope, but missed the frog splash off the top. HHH hit the pedigree for the pin.

Chris Masters and Carlito spoke backstage. Carlito said Shaquille ONeal hit him with a chair, but he is still standing. Masters ignored him and was visibly angry. Carlito pointed out he had no motivation to turn on Masters again, because he wanted to win the tag team titles. Masters slapped Carlito, and said that now they were cool.

Kane and Big Show beat Carlito and Chris Masters. Kane worked over Carlito early with a power slam, until Masters pulled Kane out of the ring and threw him into the steps. Carlito hit the back cracker, and tagged Masters, who threw Kane into the post. He applied the Masterlock, but Kane got to the ropes and tagged Show. Show came in with clotheslines, a power slam, and a gorilla press into snake eyes on Carlito. He hit an avalanche into the corner on Masters, but Carlito pulled down the ropes as Show was bouncing off them. Kane went for a clothesline off the top on Masters, but Masters sidestepped and applied the Masterlock. That looked to be the finish, but Show came back in and Masters had to break the Masterlock. He hit a chop block on Show and went for the Masterlock on Show, but Kane gave Masters the big boot. Kane and Show hit a double choke slam for the pin.

Rob Van Dam said backstage that Carlito is a piece of trash, and he has come back to pay him back. RVD said he is no ones stepping stone. Mickie was asked about her coming celebration of Trish Stratus. She said we have celebrated women throughout history, and Trish is above all of them. She said Trish proved her love for Mickie by counting three in the Royal Rumble match.

Shelton Benjamin beat Goldust. Mama came out in a wheelchair, and was having trouble breathing after her run-in with Goldust in the back. Goldust controlled early until Benjamin hit a neck breaker. Goldust hit a clothesline and shattered dreams, but Mama threw her shoes at him. Goldust went after Mama while Mama went for air. Benjamin hit a kick and the T-Bone for the pin.

Backstage, Shelton Benjamin approached Ric Flair. Benjamin said he has his confidence back, and he is ready to wear gold. He wants the Intercontinental Title back, and vowed to regain it. Flair said getting your confidence back is a good thing, but messing with the Nature Boy is a bad thing. Flair called Benjamin a mamas boy.

Mickie James came out for a celebration of Trish Stratus. She said last night was one of the greatest nights of her life. She beat Ashley, professed her love for Trish, and Trish proved her love back. Trish came out, balloons and confetti came from the ceiling, and the Spirit Squad provided a cheer. Ashley came out and said Trish doesnt love Mickie. Ashley called Mickie a psycho, and the crowd chanted along. Mickie cried, and asked Trish if this was true. Trish called Mickie special. Mickie started to storm off, but then went after Ashley. Trish pulled Ashley off, and Mickie gave Ashley a spin kick. Mickie was happy, feeling Trish had assisted her.

Edge defeated John Cena via disqualification. Cena got mostly cheers. He started with head locks and suplexes, and shoved Edge off the top rope onto the table on the floor. Edge took over with a huracanrana off the top, and followed that with a guillotine choke. Cena got out and they traded punches. Cena hit a shoulder block and spine buster. Edge went to the top, but got crotched. Cena hit a superplex, but Edge kicked out of a pin attempt. Edge went for a cover with his feet on the ropes, but couldnt score the three. Cena dropped Edge on the top turnbuckle and hit the five knuckle shuffle. He went for the FU, but Edge pushed Cena into the referee. Edge hit the spear and had the cover, but the referee was still out. Lita brought the title into the ring, and swung it as Cena lifted Edge up for the FU. She ended up hitting Edge with the belt in front of the referee, for a disqualification. It wasnt clear whether this was an accident or not, leaving some intrigue going into next week.

 

RAW Results for 2/6:

Maria introduced Edge and Lita. Edge told her to shut up, and said he has a title rematch with John Cena next week. He said there is speculation as to Litas motivations last week, but only Lita can answer, and she wouldnt say. Edge vowed to win back the title, and told Maria not to announce him as former WWE champion any more. Maria said he should be happy to be former WWE champion. Lita got in Marias face and told her to label Edge future WWE champ, so she did. Hacksaw Jim Duggan came out, and suggested he should be the referee for the title match. Edge didnt like this idea. Duggan called Lita a ho, so Edge jumped Duggan and hit him with the 2x4. Lita slapped Maria and threw her by the hair. Edge was going to spear Maria, but Cena came out and made the save.

Chris Masters beat Kane in the first match in the tournament for the WrestleMania title shot. Kane missed an elbow drop, and was caught with an elbow. Kane answered with punches, a big boot, clotheslines, and a side slam. Kane went for the clothesline off the top, but Masters sidestepped and went for the Masterlock. Kane got out and went for the choke slam, but Masters escaped. Masters rolled up Kane and grabbed the ropes for the pin.

Backstage, Edge suggested Lita as the special referee for next week to Vince McMahon. McMahon wasnt convinced Lita would be an impartial referee, so Edge encouraged Lita to come on to McMahon. McMahon was at first disgusted at this behavior, but then changed his mind and found it admirable. He made a match featuring Edge and Lita vs. John and Maria, with the winner determining the referee for next week.

Ashley beat Mickie James with Trish Stratus as the referee. Mickie jumped Ashley, and they had a brawl. Mickie accidentally collided with Trish, then Ashley rolled up Mickie and Trish counted the pin and stormed off. Backstage, Mickie apologized for hitting Trish. She said she loves Trish as a friend and idol. Trish introduced Mickie to her male date and left, while Mickie stood there fuming with anger.

Shelton Benjamin and Mama were chatting backstage. Mama said Shelton isnt a Mamas boy. Shelton said he had to go get his phone, but Mama didnt want him to leave. She noted when he has left in the past, she was approached by freaks like Viscera and Goldust. Benjamin said he took care of them, and anyone would be a fool to mess with Mama. When Shelton left, Eugene came in. He thought Mama was Martin Lawrence, and wanted to take off her wig. When Shelton came back, Mama smacked him.

HHH beat Ric Flair in another tournament match. Flair started off well with chops and punches. HHH went for the pedigree but was sent over the ropes. Flair sent HHH into the steps. HHH came back with a spine buster and knee drops. He hit a delayed vertical suplex, but Flair came back with chops. HHH hit a swinging neck breaker and went for the figure four, but Flair kicked him off. Flair hit chops, an ax handle off the top, and applied the figure four. HHH got to the ropes and hit the pedigree shortly thereafter for the pin.

Backstage, Maria went on and on about how concerned and upset she was about the mixed tag match. Cena proceeded to make out with her, which calmed her down. Shawn Michaels was out for his tournament match, but Vince McMahon came out. He said he decided to let Shawn walk out on his contract as was suggested last week. Thus, next week Shawn Michaels will have a retirement party. Vince said this is not optional, but required, and Shawn wont be at WrestleMania. Thus, he wont be in the title tournament, and he was replaced by Shelton Benjamin.

Big Show beat Shelton Benjamin. Show hit chops early, but Shelton responded with a bulldog and neck breaker. Show hit clotheslines, a power slam, an avalanche, and a shoulder block. That sent Shelton into the referee. Show was going for the choke slam, but Mama grabbed his leg. Benjamin hit a crescent kick, and dove off the apron into a shot from Show. Show threw Benjamin into the ring, but Mama went after him. Show yelled at her, and she collapsed. Show hit the choke slam for a total squash win. Mama was carried out on a stretcher.

Rob Van Dam beat Carlito. Carlito backstage said all he did was teach RVD some respect. He observed that it would be cool to headline WrestleMania and beat RVD in the process. Carlito and RVD brawled early, with RVD hitting a spinning leg drop off the apron. RVD hit rolling thunder twice, but Carlito got up his knees when RVD went for the split-legged moonsault. Carlito did what was essentially a triple jump somersault senton. Carlito followed up with the back cracker and brought a chair into the ring. The referee stopped him, and RVD hit the Van Daminator and five star frog splash for the win. RVD looked so much better this week, and Carlito looked good as well.

John Cena and Maria beat Edge and Lita. Edge got the best of Cena early, and threw him into the steps. Maria and Lita were tagged in, and Lita bullied Maria and choked her. Lita hit a side Russian leg sweep, but Lita missed a spear and Cena was tagged in. Cena hit the clotheslines, shoulder block, and five knuckle shuffle on Edge. Lita distracted him, but then accidentally gave Edge a huracanrana off the top. Edge accidentally speared Lita, and Maria tagged in and scored the pin. Cena announced the referee for next week will be Mick Foley.

Note about next week's RAW telecast: RAW will be shown on 2/17 at 9pm et on the USA Network due to the Westminster Kennel Club dog show on 2/13-2/14. matches will be the 2 semifinal matches of the #1 Contenders match: Chris Masters vs Rob Van Dam & Triple H vs The Big Show, and John Cena defends the WWE title against Edge w/Mick foley as the referee.

 

yeah, they will have a match at Wrestlemania. other matches are to be Cena v HHH for the WWE title, Randy Orton v Kurt Angle for the World title, Undertaker v Mark Henry & HBK v Vince McMahon

 

Just a reminder that RAW will not be seen on the USA Network tonight due to the Westminster Kennel Club dog show. RAW will be on Thursday, 2/16 at 9pm et on the USA Network

 

RAW Results for 2/16:

Road to Wrestlemania Tournament: Triple H vs. The Big Show - RAW starts off with Triple H and Big Show coming out to continue the Road to Wrestlemania Tourney. Triple H attacks Big Show before he can enter the ring, but Show gains control with a single right hand. Big Show drops a few elbows after delivering a gorilla press slam. Show steps on Triple H's hand and continues to work over the injury with wrist lock. Show tosses Triple H to the outside and attempts to ram his shoulder into the steel post. Triple H counters and sends Big Show into the ring post. Big Show appears to get angry and delivers two headbutts to Triple H followed by a powerslam. Big Show grabs Trips by the throat and attempts to hit the chokeslam. Triple H somehow counters the chokeslam attempt with a DDT and gets a two count. Triple H tries to send Big Show into the ropes, but Show counters. Triple H comes off of the ropes and delivers a facebuster followed by the Pedigree. Big Show manages to kick out of the Pedigree and Trips tries to hit it again. Show counters the second attempt and hits a musclebuster. Show signals for the chokeslam again, but Triple H pokes him in the eye and heads to the second turnbuckle. Show catches Triple H and delivers the Show Stoppa chokeslam. Show gets the cover, but Triple H gets a foot on the bottom rope. Triple H slides to the outside, but Show follows and continues the assault. Show whips Triple H into the steel steps. Show charges but Triple H counters and trips Show into the steps. The ref's count then reaches 10 and he announces the match a draw. Show then tries to chokeslam Triple H through the announce table, but Trips counters with a kick in the groin. H grabs a chair, but Show spears Triple H through the baricade.

Vince states that since neither wrestler lost, the winner of the Masters/RVD will face Triple H and Big Show in a triple threat match next week.

Shelton Benjamin d. Eugene when Benjamin hits the T-Bone suplex and gets the three count. Benjamin then gets on the mic and says that next week, he will be called the new Intercontinental champion.

Ashley d. Torrie Wilson when Ashley used a small package on Torrie and gets the pin

Vince's attorneys are in the ring as Vince makes his way to the ring for the Shawn Michaels' retirement. Vince starts off stating that history will be made tonight as this will be Shawn Michaels' last time in a WWE ring. Vince then introduces Michaels who appears to be very emotional. Vince the extends his hand to Shawn and as Shawn reaches to shake it, Vince pulls it back. Vince then asks Shawn why he doesn't look happy since this is what he wanted. Vince then states he has created a great video package, but he's not going to play it. Vince then states he has both RAW and Smackdown ready to come out and shake his hand, but he's not going to do that either. He then states he has flown in Michaels' family from San Antonio, but he hasn't done that either. Instead, since Michaels is so special, he has the Spirit Squad. They then start a cheer where they tell Shawn to kiss Vince's butt and that he will headline the unemployment line. Vince then asks if this was not what he envisioned his last day in the WWE would be like. He then gets the papers from his attorneys and tells Shawn to sign it. Michaels then tells McMahon that he knows that he was not the easiest to work with but this is not what he wanted. Vince then gets Michaels' mic cut off and tells him that he will not listen to his crap again. Vince then tells him to sign the papers. Shawn indicates to Vince that he will not sign it. Vince then says that no one does this to him. HBK then grabs the mic from Vince and tells him he can't do it. He says that although he said that walking away was an option, it isn't because he loves this job. Michaels' then says to walk away from this ring and these people would be walking away from one of his greatest joys. He then says he is not walking away like this. Vince then grabs the mic and tells HBK that the reason he is doing this is because Michaels has something he doesn't have which is a sense of inner peace. He then states that sometime he doesn't know who he is, but he knows he wants more. He then says that his life is a nightmare but Michaels is going to be make it better because he is going to sign those papers. Vince then tells Shawn that he hates people like him because he wants what he has, but he can't have it. He then tells Shawn to sign those damn papers. Michaels then tears the papers apart and receives a slap from Vince. Vince tells Shawn that by tearing those papers, he has opened up the flood gates to his own hell.

They announce that Bret Hart will be inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame before Wrestlemania.

Road to Wrestlemania Tournament: Chris Masters vs. Rob Van Dam - RVD gets the early advantage with a series of kicks. RVD gets a two count after a slingshot legdrop. RVD attemtps a high risk maneuver, but Masters counters with a powerslam. Masters then hits RVD with a shoulder block that sends RVD into the front row. Masters puts RVD into a torture rack, but RVD counters and gets a near fall with a roll up. Masters regains control with a huge spinebuster. RVD surprises Masters with a kick to the face and hits Rolling Thunder. RVD goes to the top rope and hits the Five Star Frog Splash for the win and advances to the finals of the Road to Wrestlemania Tournament.

Coach, King and Styles announce two matches for next week's RAW. The finals of the Road to Wrestlemania tournament, Triple H vs. The Big Show vs. Rob Van Dam and an IC title match between Shelton Benjamin and Ric Flair.

They show a recap of the entire Edge/Cena feud starting at New Year's Revolution.

WWE Title Match: Edge vs. John Cena w/ Mick Foley as the Special Guest Referee - Cena gets the early advantage following a shoulder block and sidewalk slam. Cena gets a two count after a supposed high cross body. Cena gets another two count after delivering a front suplex. Cena straps a reverse chin lock on Edge, but Edge gets into the ropes. As Cena releases the hold and let's Foley know, Edge surprises his him with a forearm shot to the head. Edge hoists Cena on to the top rope and attempts a superplex, but Cena tosses Edge to the mat and hits a splash for another two count. Another suplex and two count for Cena. Lita tries to take the turnbuckle off, but is caught by Foley. Foley then sends Lita to the back. Edge delivered a back suplex on to the baricade to gain control of the match. Edge straps on a sleeper hold on Cena but Cena drops Edge on his back. Cena hits Edge with a couple of clotheslines and gets another two count after a belly to belly suplex. Edge surprises Cena with a front kick to the face and heads to the top rope. Cena meets Edge and tries to deliver a top rope F-U. Edge slides off of Cena's back and delivers a powerbomb. Edge tries to get the pin with his feet on the ropes, but Foley catches him. Edge and Foley get into a shoving match which allows Cena to recover. Cena gets Edge in the F-U again, but Edge slides off again and hits the Edge-ecution, but only gets a two count. Edge tries to spear Cena, but Cena moves out of the way. Cena tries for the F-U again, but Edge slides off again and shoves Cena into Foley. Edge catches Foley after Cena moved out of the way. Cena then hits Edge with a drop toe hold and straps in the STFU. Edge starts to tap, but Foley is out. Lita comes in and breaks up the STFU. Lita then gets the WWE title and passes it to Edge. Edge hits Cena, but Foley is still out. Lita tosses Foley into the ring, but Cena kicks out. Edge attempts a high cross body from the top rope, but Cena catches him and hits the F-U for the win. After the match, Edge blames Foley for his loss. Lita hits Foley with a low blow and Edge spears Foley as RAW ends. WINNER: John Cena

 

RAW Results for 2/20:

Candice Michelle won a womens battle royal to earn a title match next week. Candice eliminated Torrie, while Ashley and Maria teamed up to eliminate Victoria. Maria gave Candice the bronco buster, but Mickie disposed of Maria. As Mickie attempted to eliminate Ashley, Candice dumped them both. during the battle royal, Ashley suffered a fractured left fibula. Surgery will not be required but she will be out of action for probably two or three months.

Edge came to the ring, and impolitely told Candice to leave. He said he would be champion were it not for Mick Foley, and vowed to send a message to Foley in his treatment of Hacksaw Jim Duggan. Edge proceeded to pin Duggan. Duggan hit clotheslines early, but Edge knocked him to the outside and hit an ax handle off the apron. Duggan posted Edge on the floor, but Edge came back with a drop kick and belly to back suplex. Duggan responded with a clothesline, body slam, and got in the three point stance. Lita grabbed his leg and Edge hit the spear for the pin. Edge gave Duggan a low blow with the 2x4 after the match, and challenged Foley for WrestleMania. Edge demanded a response next week

They ran a backstage Big Show interview where he talked about what a big deal the title is, and how much he wants to headline WrestleMania. He said he is focused on getting there. They aired a package of John Cena getting an incredible reaction in Bombay, India

Kane beat Chris Masters. They brawled early. Masters got the advantage by ramming Kane into the post, but Kane came back and hit a clothesline off the top. Masters went for the Masterlock, which was reversed into a choke slam attempt, reversed into another Masterlock attempt, reversed into a Kane Masterlock attempt, which Masters escaped. After all that Kane hit the big boot for the clean pin. Masters jumped Kane after the match, and applied the Masterlock

Rob Van Dam did a serious promo about wanting to headline at WrestleMania.

The Spirit Squad spoke with Vince McMahon backstage. Vince made a four on one match with all of them except Mitch (Nick Mitchell) against Shawn Michaels. Mitch wanted in as well, but Vince said that four on one is fair but five on one is a bit much.

Shelton Benjamin defeated Ric Flair to win the Intercontinental Title. He dedicated the match to Mama. Benjamin and Flair traded chops and punches early. Flair hit a back body drop and threw Benjamin over the top rope. Benjamin hit a Samoan drop on the floor, and a suplex back in the ring. He worked over Flairs back for a while, until Flair was able to counter a springboard drop kick attempt. Flair applied the figure four, but Benjamin got to the ropes. Mama Benjamin started complaining about her heart, and as the referee went to help her Benjamin hit Flair with her oxygen tank twice. He hit the T-Bone for the win. Mama was fine and started dancing.

Shawn Michaels defeated the Spirit Squad via disqualification. Kenny Doane hit a drop kick on Michaels early, and Johnny Jeter hit a spin kick. The other members of Spirit Squad interfered freely. Kenny jumped off the apron onto a trampoline on the floor into a clothesline, which was really cool. Michaels kept fighting back, and after Kenny missed a leg drop off the top rope, he fought off all of the Spirit Squad members. He hit a body slam and elbow off the top on Mikey Mondo. He knocked Mitch off the apron and hit sweet chin music, but all the Spirit Squad members made the save. The referee called for a disqualification. As they were beating up Michaels, Marty Jannetty made the save.

Carlito beat Nick Burke. He spoke on the microphone during the match. He said he humiliated Steve Austin and Roddy Piper at WrestleMania last year, and he had something better planned for this year. Apparently that has something to do with Money in the Bank. He hit the back cracker and a neck breaker for the pin.

They announced Eddie Guerrero for the Hall of Fame. Vince McMahon came out and said he would give Marty Jannetty a full time WWE contract next week, but first Marty would have to join the Vince McMahon kiss my butt club. HHH did a promo about going to WrestleMania again.

HHH beat Rob Van Dam and Big Show. This was a very good match, and it was laid out flawlessly. Everyone looked good and got over. Big Show dominated early. He hit a press slam on HHH, chops on RVD and HHH, and head butts on HHH. He gave RVD a side slam and a gorilla slam on the floor. He was just destroying everyone until RVD and HHH finally started double teaming him. They fired punches and kicks at him, while he kept fighting back and going for choke slams. He finally hit a double choke slam, and gave both of them clotheslines. He hit a power slam on HHH and another body slam. HHH finally fought him off, and RVD hit a kick off the top to send Show to the outside. RVD hit a split legged moonsault on HHH for a near fall. He hit a spinning heel kick, rolling thunder, and the five star frog splash on HHH, but Show broke up the pin. RVD knocked him down and went for the five star frog splash on him, but HHH pushed RVD off the top to the floor. He hit Show with a chair and hit the pedigree, but RVD made the save. RVD back dropped HHH to the floor and hit a five star frog splash on Show, but HHH stopped the referees count while Show recovered. The referee got free, but Show kicked out at two. HHH hit the pedigree on RVD for the pin. John Cena came out for a stare down with HHH to end the show.

 

RAW Preview for 2/27 from WWE.Com:

Over the years, WWE Superstars have enjoyed the privilege of joining a prestigious WWE club. On the next edition of Monday Night RAW, Marty Jannetty not only has the opportunity to become a member, but he also can accept a full-time spot on the RAW roster in the process. Theres only one catch: Its the Mr. McMahon Kiss My Ass Club.

Both the punishment and reward come as a result of Jannettys involvement last week on RAW. Mr. McMahon chose to give Shawn Michaels hell in the form of a four-on-one Handicap Match, but Jannetty came to HBKs aid. Seeing Jannetty involve himself in McMahon business led to the invitation.

Mr. McMahon made note of the fact that Jannetty has fallen on hard times recently. Does he want this job bad enough to pucker up and undoubtedly endure additional humiliation in the process? What will Jannetty do in this unusual situation? Well find out on Monday Night RAW.

Also, Edge gave Mick Foley one week to respond to his WrestleMania challenge. Will the Hardcore Legend answer back this week?

In addition, Trish Stratus will defend the Womens Championship against Candice this week on RAW. Will the Playboy cover girl add gold to her resume, as well? Watch RAW to find out.

All this and more on Monday Night RAW at 9pm et, 8pm ct on the USA Network.

 

RAW Results for 2/27:

Edge started the show wanting to know Mick Foleys answer. Foley came out and said it was Edge who lost to John Cena twice, and he should blame himself for choking. Edge threatened to choke Foley and wanted his answer. Foley said no. Foley said he was a three-time transitional champion, making him the greatest transitional champion of all time, and leaving him with nothing to prove. Edge called Foley overrated, and said he will be remembered for having his ear ripped off, being thrown off a cell, and showing up in Vinces hospital room with a sock puppet. Edge said Foley has never scored a defining win at WrestleMania, while Edge has never lost. Edge said if Foley wrestled him at Mania, Foley would lose. Foley agreed, because Edge is younger, in better shape, and cares more about it. Foley said he has wanted one defining moment at WrestleMania. Thus, he rejected a wrestling match but challenged Edge to a hardcore match. Foley grabbed a barbed wire bat and went to the ring, forcing Edge to leave through the crowd.

Kane and Big Show beat Val Venis and Viscera. Big Show body slammed Viscera out of the blue. Kane and Show hit a double choke slam on Viscera for the pin.

Ric Flair was interviewed. He said he is 57. He said 15 years people thought he was done, but he keeps getting better. Flair said he has one title run left in him.

Shawn Michaels told Marty Jannetty he is sorry that it came to this, and he doesnt have to kiss Vinces butt. Marty said its not Shawns fault. Hes never kissed ass, but now hes old and doesnt have a job and is desperate. He told Shawn to stay out.

Carlito was interviewed by Maria, Carlito said a second Money in the Bank ladder match is scheduled for WrestleMania, and there would be three qualifying matches on the show.

Rob Van Dam beat Trevor Murdoch to qualify. RVD missed a crossbody off the top rope to the floor, and Murdoch took over with an extended head lock sequence. RVD came back with the spinning heel kick, monkey flip, rolling thunder and the five star frog splash for the win.

Trish Stratus beat Candice Michelle to retain the WWE Women's title. Trish went for a sunset flip, but Candice dropped down and grabbed hands with Torrie for leverage. However, the referee saw that, stopped the count, and Trish rolled Candice up for the pin. Mickie worshipped Trish after the match and Trish shoved her off. Candice smacked Torrie backstage.

John Cena came out for an interview with Coach. Coach told Cena he doesnt have a chance against HHH. Cena was about to respond when HHH came to the ring. Cena said he has been in WWE for four years, and even if he doesnt have HHHs resume or respect, he has the title. HHH then went into full HHH burial mode. He mocked Cena as the guy whose only move is pumping up his Reeboks. He talked about transitional champions as guys who are in the right place in the right time and get lucky, but its just a matter of time before the title goes back around the waist of the person who deserves it. He said Cena is a transitional champion. He said Cena is tough in that he gets up from an butt kicking and finds a way to win like Rocky Balboa, but he isnt a very good wrestler and he cant beat HHH.

Cena said he has heard all that, because all of his opponents say that. he wanted to know what makes HHH different. HHH said Cena already knows and is scared. Cena said he isnt a great athlete, while HHH is a ten-time champion, HHH has beaten everyone, and everyone knows HHH is the best wrestler alive. Seriously. Anyway, in spite of all that, Cena isnt scared. Vince McMahon then appeared on the screen and announced John Cena and HHH vs. Kurt Angle, Rey Mysterio and Randy Orton for Saturday Nights Main Event.

Shelton Benjamin beat Chavo Guerrero to qualify for the Money in the Bank match. Benjamin missed a Stinger Splash, and Chavo responded with a spinning head scissors. He went for the three amigos, but Benjamin threw Chavo to the outside. Mama distracted the referee while Randy Orton ran in and hit the RKO on Chavo. Benjamin covered for the pin.

They announced Gene Okerlund for the Hall of Fame with a bunch of great clips. The highlight was a hilarious clip of Okerlund cracking up after Wendi Richter said she wouldnt lie on her back and let anyone cover her. They aired a bunch of clips of Gene Okerlund with Hulk Hogan, and announced Hogan will induct him. Shawn Michaels went to Vince McMahon backstage, and asked him to leave Marty out of their problems. Vince told Shawn to stay out, and threatened to make Shawn a member of the club as well.

Ric Flair beat Carlito to qualify for the Money in the Bank match. Carlito back dropped Flair on the floor, hit a suplex, and an enzuigiri. He missed a high knee drop, and Flair came back with chops. He came off the top but Carlito caught him with a drop kick. Carlito got an apple and went back to the ring, but Flair kicked him, apple went everywhere, and Flair grabbed the ropes for the pin.

The Spirit Squad introduced Vince McMahon. He described Shawn Michaels rise and Marty Jannettys fall after the breakup of the Rockers. Vince said Marty has hit rock bottom, and desperately needs the job because he is broke. Vince had Marty get on his knees, pulled down his pants, and wiggled his butt around for the most homoerotic club in wrestling. Marty couldnt do it, so Vince gave him another option, and brought out Chris Masters. Marty needed to break the Masterlock to get the job. Marty fought it, but Vince kicked him. Masters went to push him into Vinces ass, but Shawn made the save. He was going to attack Vince, but Shane McMahon made the save and hit Shawn with a chair. Vince announced Shawn vs. Shane McMahon in a street fight for Saturday Nights Main Event. Shane lifted Shawn up and they made Shawn kiss Vinces butt. Vince then said he would kick Shawns butt at WrestleMania.

 

RAW Preview for 3/7 from WWE.Com:

This Monday Night on RAW, both WWE Champion John Cena and Triple H will compete in WrestleMania Rewind Matches, as they face WrestleMania opponents from their past.

Triple H will face his WrestleMania XV opponent Kane while John Cena will square off against WrestleMania XX opponent Big Show. Dont miss these two huge RAW matches as the past meets the present, all leading up to the WWE Championship main event at WrestleMania 22.

In an Intercontinental Championship rematch, Shelton Benjamin defends his newly won title against Ric Flair. Last time, Ric was the victim of Benjamin and mommas underhanded tactics. Will he answer back and re-capture the Intercontinental Championship? Watch RAW to find out.

And one week after slapping Torrie Wilson on WWE.com Unlimited, Candice will make more waves by revealing her Playboy cover live in the ring. Dont miss what is sure to be one of the sexiest moments of the year.

Last week on RAW, the McMahons forced Shawn Michaels to join the Mr. McMahon Kiss My Ass Club in the most humiliating fashion imaginable. How will HBK deal with such humiliation, and what will Shawn Michaels have to say about the announcement that hell face Shane McMahon at Saturday Nights Main Event as well as Mr. McMahon at WrestleMania 22?

In addition, Maria goes one-on-one with Lita.

All this and much more this Monday night on RAW, 9pm et, 8pm ct on the USA Network

 

RAW Results for 3/7:

Vince McMahon, Shane McMahon and security came out to start the show. Vince said the Oscars were all about kissing, but that paled in comparison to Shawn Michaels kissing his butt. He then gave an acceptance speech of sorts, thanking the people that made that possible. Included in the thanks was Chris Masters, and Vince named Masters and Carlito the challengers for Big Show and Kanes tag titles at WrestleMania. He thanked Marty Jannetty and said that he would never be in a WWE ring ever again.

They showed Vince on the cover of Muscle and Fitness. He said Shawn has chance in hell. Shawns music played, and every single security person and Shane walked up towards the ramp rather than just continuing to surround Vince. Of course, Shawn came from behind and attacked Vince before security grabbed him. Vince said Shawn would face Shane later on Raw. Shane acted like he was concerned.

Ric Flair beat Shelton Benjamin via disqualification. Benjamin hit a suplex, but Flair came back with chops and punches. Benjamin thumbed the referee in the eye going after Flair, and Flair applied the figure four. Benjamin tapped out and the referee signaled for the bell. Flair attacked Benjamin with the oxygen tank after the match. Raw next week will apparently have Cowboy Troy. Teddy Long announced Money in the Bank will include three Smackdown wrestlers.

HHH beat Kane in one of two WrestleMania Rewind matches. HHH hit a high knee, but Kane sat up. Kane hit a back body drop, suplex, clotheslines and a side slam. He was going for the choke slam when Masters arrived. Kane knocked Masters off the apron, but HHH sent Kane out of the ring from behind. Masters and Carlito rammed Kane into the post and HHH hit the pedigree for the pin.

Backstage, Torrie was upset Candice slapped her and never apologized. Victoria said Candice was under a lot of pressure and Torrie did screw up. She quickly apologized and said they would be back to normal after the Playboy unveiling. Elsewhere, Stephanie McMahon, looking extremely pregnant, came to Shawn Michaels. She said children change lives and wanted to apologize for Shane and Vince. She acted like she wasnt feeling well, and when Shawn went to get her a drink she slipped a drug in his water.

They unveiled Candices Playboy cover, and she pranced around. She dissed Stacy Keibler, which was interesting. She said she is the hottest WWE diva to have posed for Playboy and asked Torrie to agree. Torrie ducked the question, but Candice kept pushing. Torrie called her a snitch, so Victoria jumped Torrie from behind and they attacked her to complete crowd apathy.

Shane McMahon beat Shawn Michaels. Michaels came out brawling, but then he started selling the drug. Shane repeatedly punched and kicked him and finally covered him for the pin. They then announced another match, and Vince pinned Michaels as well. Spirit Squad came out to celebrate the victories.

Kenny Doane beat Eugene. The Spirit Squad played keep away with the blow horn early until Doane jumped him. Doane hit a body slam and elbow drop, and then basically applied rest holds for five minutes. Eugene made his comeback with an airplane spin , clothesline and rock bottom. He was setting up for the peoples elbow, but the Spirit Squad distracted the referee and Johnny Jeter hit Eugene with a kick. Doane hit a leg drop off the top rope for the pin.

Lita beat Maria with a DDT. Edge set up for the spear on Maria after the match, but Mick Foley made the save. Lita jumped on his back to stop him, and Edge hit the spear. He hit Foley with a chair again and hit a one man concerto. He accepted the hardcore match at WrestleMania.

They announced that Stone Cold Steve Austin will induct Bret Hart into the WWE Hall of Fame, and Chris Benoit, Rey Mysterio and Chavo Guerrero will induct Eddie Guerrero. Hulk Hogan inducts Mean Gene Okerlund. The next inductee for the Hall of Fame is Sherri Martel. Mickie was excited about this, but Trish was annoyed with Mickie and said she wanted time apart.

John Cena beat Big Show to close the show. The crowd didnt cheer Show at all, but they booed whenever Cena went on offense. Show basically dominated the entire match. Show hit a head butt, stood on Cena, hurled him across the ring, stepped on him, hit a side slam, and applied a bear hug. Cena made a brief comeback sending Show to the outside and posting him, but Show regained control with a body slam. He started climbing the ropes when Carlito and Masters came out. Kane fought them off, but Cena hit a suplex off the ropes for a near fall. Show set up for a choke slam, but Cena reversed into a DDT. Cena hit some shoulder blocks, but Show again set him up for a choke slam. Cena got out and hit the FU for the win. HHH had made his way to the ring with a sledge hammer, but he simply stared down Cena from outside the ring to close the show.

 

RAW Preview for 3/13 from WWE.com:

This Monday on RAW, John Cena and Triple H make it official when they sign on the dotted line at the WrestleMania 22 contract signing. With just days remaining before they are forced to co-exist as teammates at Saturday Night's Main Event, will this naturally combustible situation explode?

Also scheduled for Monday night on RAW, two of the WrestleMania 22 Money in the Bank Ladder Match participants square off when Shelton Benjamin defends his Intercontinental Championship against Rob Van Dam. Will Shelton walk in to WrestleMania with his Intercontinental Championship? Or will RVD find a way to come out on top Monday night?

Watch RAW on the USA Network at 9pm et, 8pm ct to find out.