Re: The WWE RAW Report: RAW Results May 4th 2015
Posted: Sun Aug 30, 2015 5:30 pm
WWE RAW Results May 4 2015 wrote:
Commentators: Michael Cole, John "Bradshaw" Layfield, and Booker T
Hour 1
Randy Orton kicked off Monday Night RAW with a promo in front of a hot Canadian crowd. Orton vowed he was going to walk out champion at Payback, and there wasn't a damn thing either Reigns or Rollins could do about it. This brought out Roman Reigns through the crowd. Crowd booed and chanted "RKO". Reigns said it wasn't going down like that, and if anyone is getting Payback its him. A sarcastic "Oooooh" was Orton's response to that. This brought out The New Day, incredibly enough. Xavier said all this negativity needs to stop. The crowd meanwhile chanted "New Day sucks". Xavier said as they were the only champions out there right now, it falls to them to spread the word of positivity. Xavier antagonised the crowd by mentioning a "Montreal Boo-hoo job", however today is a new day. Big E said Rollins not only has Orton's number, he has it on speed dial. They then asked everyone to clap along with the New Day. Crowd told them they sucked again. The three of them then revealed that the Director of Operations had booked a handicap match between the 5 of them...next.
Match 1: In a 3 on 2 Handicap match, The New Day defeated Randy Orton and Roman Reigns in 13:00 when Reigns inadvertently Speared Randy Orton and Kofi got the cover.
After the match Kane came out and said there is no shame in losing to the WWE Tag Champions. Kane notified Orton and Reigns that their evening wasn't over however, as because they both have a growing dislike of each other, he's going to exploit that by booking Reigns vs Orton in the main event...because that's what is best for business.
Backstage Kane passed New Day celebrating when J&J along with Rollins turned up. He said Kane is like the spoiled, rotten kid who is trying to shape up. The Authority are coming back and he's still going to get punished. Kane told Rollins that as SmackDown's main event was marred in outside interference, he will therefore face Dean Ambrose again later tonight.
Renee Young was in the ring to interview Ryback. "Montreal, you sound hungry". No response. Embarrassing. Crowd then started chanting "Goldberg" at him. He acknowledged it, which led to about half the crowd chanting "Feed me more". Bray Wyatt then turned up on the Tron for more rambling, nonsensical gooseberry fool.
LOD knock-offs The Ascension cut an inset promo.
Match 2: Tyson Kidd and Cesaro (w/Natalya) defeated The Ascension in 4:00 after Cesaro performed the Big Swing on Viktor and Kidd hit the dropkick.
Renee Young caught up with Seth Rollins backstage who told her that his match tonight serves no purpose, and that Kane is a moron for putting it together.
Hour 2
Kane came out and said that if Ambrose defeats him tonight Dean Ambrose will be added to Payback to turn it into a Fatal Four Way. Rollins grabbed a microphone to complain but Ambrose stole it back & said that he thought it was a great idea.
Match 3: Dean Ambrose defeated WWE Champion Seth Rollins with a roll-up at 16:00 after J&J Security ran in & it backfired.
A livid Seth Rollins stormed into the RAW office and screamed at Kane what the hell he was trying to do with him. Kane asked if he wanted more people in the match; maybe even 9 participants? Kane said this was all about making him better, as overcoming adversity would make him a better champion. Kane told Rollins he had a plan. Rollins meanwhile was completely unconvinced.
Byron Saxton interviewed Lana backstage. Fandango turned up and said the ecstasy of the WWE Universe accepting her is euphoric. Rusev then walked into shot and chastised her in Russian.
Match 4: Despite his best efforts, Rusev (w/Lana) crushed Fandango with the Accolade in 2:00. Highlight of the match was when Fandango convinced her to start Fandangoing. Rusev was furious and demanded she go backstage.
We got to watch another selection of Tough Enough entry videos.
Match 5: Stardust defeated R-Truth in 3:00 after Truth went over to a bag Stardust had brought to the ring & freaked out when it contained toy spiders, allowing a scared Truth to be rolled up from behind.
United States Champion John Cena made his way out for his usual slot on the programme.
Hour 3
Crowd sang "Ole, Ole" at him. Cena said that he will never utter the words “I Quit” and the match at WWE Payback against Rusev will be brutal. A chant of “Sami Zayn” broke out. Cena then asked the individual he was facing in the open challenge to come out. None other than Bret "The Hitman" Hart then walked on out to a massive ovation. Hart said he was here for one reason, and that was to introduce a great wrestler...I think he forgot the wrestler, that or Slater missed his cue. Heath Slater came out & said he won't allow his moment to be stepped on again. First he got RKO'd out of nowhere, and then it was Rusev...he said he was sick and tired of getting attacked out of nowhere...this humorously led to Bret Hart knocking him out with a microphone. Bret Hart then introduced Sami Zayn from NXT to another massive ovation from the Live crowd. They've thankfully kept his theme music intact.
Match 6: In a really great match, John Cena retained the United States Championship against Sami Zayn with an AA in 11:00. During the bout Zayn appeared to badly injure his shoulder as the referee threw up the dreaded X sign, which brought out the trainer. After the match John Cena lifted his hand, and allowed Zayn to take in the adulation from the fans.
The Bellas were shown backstage heading towards the ring when they past the New Day celebrating with Big E on their shoulders.
New Day asked Renee Young why she would want to interview anyone else when the tag team champions were once again victorious. New Day is shining, and the whole world will sing "New Day rocks" with them. Tyson and Cesaro turned up and notified them the crowd are actually chanting "New Day sucks". Big E said negativity won't keep them down. Tyson and Cesaro then led the crowd in chanting "New Day sucks" as New Day stormed off.
A returning Tamina Snuka and Naomi attacked the Bella twins from behind and destroyed the both of them. Naomi said their reign of dominance over the Divas' division was over.
New King of the Ring Bad News Barrett came out, wearing a crown and cape. Barrett called the crowd filthy commoners, and noted what a week it had been for the Royal Family. First the birth of princess Charlotte, and the crowning of King Barrett. Barrett told the crowd to get used to hearing the next 4 words because we'll be hearing them "all the bloody time": All hail King Barrett.
Match 7: Bad News Barrett and Sheamus beat Dolph Ziggler and Neville in 8:00 after Neville was nailed with a mid-air Bullhammer for the pinfall.
With the combatants already in the ring for the main event, Kane came out alongside Seth Rollins and J&J Security. Jamie Noble introduced himself as ring announcer, bell keeper Joey Mercury, ringside enforcer Kane, and everyone's WWE Champion Seth Rollins, as guest commentator. Can anyone say Over The Edge 1998.
Over-run
Main Event: Roman Reigns vs. Seth Rollins ended in a No Contest when The Authority interfered. Dean Ambrose ultimately made the save. Seth Rollins ended up in the ring by himself along with his 3 opponents at Payback, which lead to him eating a Spear at the hands of Roman Reigns. Randy Orton then planted Reigns with an RKO, and Dean Ambrose floored Orton with the Dirty Deeds DDT to take RAW off the air!