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Omaha, 9 October - Here is the live coverage for this week's Monday Night Raw which is scheduled to air on October 9, 2023, live from CHI Health Center in Omaha, NE. ##
Monday Night Raw currently airs live on Monday evenings on the USA Network from 8:00 ET–11:00 PM ET in the United States. WWE Raw starts live at 1 am in the UK on BT Sport 1 on Tuesday mornings. ##
WWE Raw Time In Australia: It airs live on Tuesdays at 10 am (AEST) on Fox8 ##
WWE Raw Time In Canada: It airs live every Monday at 8 Am on Sportsnet 360 ##
WWE Raw Time In South Africa: The show also airs live on Supersport in South Africa on Tuesdays at 02:00 am CAT ##
Raw Time In Italy: In Italy, Raw airs live on Dplay 2:00 pm ##
WWE Raw Time In India: Raw airs live on Sony Ten 1 HD and Sony Ten 1 in India at 5:30 am ##
WWE Monday Night Raw, October 9, 2023: Live Coverage ##
World Champion Seth Rollins strides confidently to the ring, greeting the audience warmly. He acknowledges the powerful adrenaline rush from his recent Last Man Standing Match against Nakamura, recounting how he was pushed to his limits but ultimately emerged victorious. However, Seth confesses that the post-match adrenaline wore off quickly, reminding him of his nagging back injury. Nevertheless, he expresses deep gratitude for being the World champion and hints at a new chapter in his career.##
Seth assures the crowd that he's just getting started and chuckles mischievously. He declares his willingness to be a fighting champion, ready to take on any challenger at any time. Playfully, he requests a break from the intense battles for just one Monday night, prompting some boos from the crowd. However, he lightens the mood by suggesting they can still enjoy some singing and dancing, perhaps even sharing a few drinks. ##
Suddenly, Drew McIntyre's entrance music blares through the arena, and he makes his way to the ring, exchanging waves with Seth before stepping inside.##
Drew positions himself in front of Seth, who asks if Drew is here to join the party. Seth doesn't think so and assumes Drew is seeking a title match, to which Drew nods in agreement. Seth asserts that he'd love to have a night off but remains a fighting champion and is ready to oblige, even if he's not at his best. He contemplates going backstage to get it sorted when Drew intervenes, halting his departure. ##
Drew acknowledges that the party can continue but forewarns Seth that someone will eventually ambush him backstage or in the parking lot. He insists on addressing Seth face to face and proposes a title match at Crown Jewel when Seth is closer to 100 percent.##
Seth appears surprised by Drew's approach and asks for input from the crowd regarding a title match against Drew at Crown Jewel. The audience responds positively, showing their support for the idea.##
Seth extends the invitation for Drew to stay and party, even suggesting Drew's musical talents from his past in a band. He playfully asks Drew to sing along with him. Drew mentions having some backstage business to attend to but encourages people in Omaha to buy him a pint and a shot if they spot him.##
Seth seizes the opportunity to engage the crowd in singing for him. Suddenly, Damian Priest ambushes Seth from behind, launching a flurry of punches and kicks. Priest finishes with a choke slam, standing tall over Seth. ##
Priest signals to the backstage area, and Dominik Mysterio brings out a referee and a briefcase. Drew intercepts Dom, and Dom clarifies that he's here to support Priest. Drew retaliates with a headbutt and tosses the case into the Tron. Seth fights back with punches and a clothesline, sending Priest over the top rope and to the floor. ##
Meanwhile, in the backstage area, Kofi Kingston receives a pep talk from Xavier Woods as he prepares for the Viking Rules Match. Simultaneously, Ivar prepares himself for the same match on his own. ##
Viking Rules Match: Ivar vs. Kofi Kingston ##
Ivar starts strong with a kick to Kofi's head, but Kofi counters with a crossbody and punches. Ivar tumbles out of the ring after Kofi ducks, and Kofi follows with a plancha. However, Ivar regains control, sending Kofi into the steel steps and splashing him. Kofi fights back, using the ring steps and grabbing a table from under the ring. ##
Returning from a break, Kofi chokes Ivar with a flag and executes a side Russian leg sweep. Kofi's punch flurry is interrupted by a kick from Ivar. Kofi lands a kick from the apron, but Ivar counters with a spin kick. Ivar misses a charge, leading to Kofi's SOS for a near fall. ##
Kofi goes for a Boom Drop, but Ivar avoids it. Ivar then counters with a sit-out power bomb for a near fall. In an attempt to charge Kofi, Ivar stops short of the table but recovers with a devastating spin kick. Kofi retaliates with an Iconoclasm off the turnbuckles through the table. ##
Valhalla enters with a crossbody, protecting Ivar. Xavier Woods appears, and the referee restrains him as Valhalla misses a strike and goes over the ringside barrier. Ivar responds with a crossbody against Woods. ##
Kofi tries Trouble in Paradise, but Ivar catches him and delivers a power slam through a table. Ivar finishes with a moonsault for the win. ##
WINNER: Ivar ##
NIa Jax Vs. Raquel Rodriguez ##
Nia starts with a Thesz Press, driving Raquel's head into the mat. Raquel retaliates with a punch, dodging Nia's splash. Raquel delivers shoulder thrusts and punches. Nia shoves her away, and Raquel attempts a slam but struggles due to her back. Nia takes advantage, targeting Raquel's back with forearms and sending her into the ring post and ringside barrier. ##
After a break, Raquel fights back with elbows, but Nia counters with a side slam and an elbow drop. Nia applies a Cobra Clutch, but Raquel breaks free with elbow strikes and short-arm clotheslines. Raquel sends Nia into the ropes, delivers a boot, but her back gives out trying to lift Nia. Nia responds with a running body block and a Samoan drop. Nia sets up for the Bonzai drop, but Raquel rises and powerbombs Nia. The match ends in disqualification as Rhea Ripley enters and sends Raquel out of the ring. ##
WINNER: Raquel Rodriguez (by disqualification) ##
After the match, Rhea kicks Nia, prompting Raquel to attack Rhea, who counters with a headbutt.##
Shayna Baszler enters the ring and focuses on Nia. Rhea and Shayna argue over who should face Nia.##
Shayna delivers a German suplex and a running knee to Nia. ##
In the backstage area, Seth Rollins approaches Drew McIntyre, informing him of their official match at Crown Jewel. Seth questions Drew's actions, highlighting Drew's inaction during Seth's attack and his intervention when the Money in the Bank contract holder appeared. ##
Drew explains he acts when it directly concerns him, particularly regarding the title. He doesn't want a situation like what happened with the Bloodline on Smackdown. ##
Seth assures Drew that he needn't worry about facing THE Judgment Day because, as seen earlier, they couldn't take the title from him. Seth hints that Drew won't succeed either. ##
In the backstage area, the new Men's Tag Team Champions make their entrance. ##
Back from the break, Jackie interviews Shayna Baszler, who states she doesn't care about her opponent; she's the dominant force in the ring, and no one gets away with sneak attacks. ##
Shayna nearly bumps into Akira Tozawa, who wisely moves out of her way. ##
In the ring, Michael Cole introduces Jey Uso and then his tag team partner, Cody Rhodes. ##
Cody talks about bringing Jey Uso to WWE Raw and how the process went. ##
“Perhaps you don't want to take another crack at the WWE Championship because you failed the first time around." Michael Cole asks. Cole once again asks if he wants another title shot because he failed for the first time. ##
Cody says Fastlane was a moment and he did bring Jey back because of the talent that Jey has. ##
The music hits and it's Sami and Owens making their way to the ring. Sami has his old theme played on. They get into the ring, and challenge Cody and Jey for the titles. Cody takes the mic and accepts the challenge and the match is happening tonight on Raw. ##
Nakamura attacked Ricochet on the ramp when he was heading to the ring for his match. Nakamura prepares for Kinshasa, but the officials come and take them away. ##
Number One Contender Match: Ricochet vs. Bronson Reed vs. Chad Gable (with Maxxine Dupri) ##
As the bell tolls, the match commences, featuring the team of Gable and Ricochet facing off against Bronson. They commence with a barrage of chops and kicks in the corner, delivering a flurry of strikes. Bronson, demonstrating his incredible strength, manages to overpower both of them. ##
Reed then propels Gable and Ricochet over the top ropes, but Reed, perched on the apron, attempts a daring leap. However, Ricochet is snatched mid-air by a perfectly executed Dropkick. Simultaneously, Gable executes a flawless Full Nelson German Suplex. ##
Returning from the commercial break, the match continues with Reed squaring off against Gable. Reed initiates the action with a substantial splash, targeting both opponents in the corner. He showcases his impressive strength by hoisting both men onto his shoulders and executing a powerful Samoan Drop. Gable wisely rolls out of the ring, leaving Reed to contend with Ricochet. ##
Reed attempts to carry Ricochet on his shoulder, but Ricochet exhibits his agility by landing gracefully on his feet. He follows up with a springboard kick, swiftly followed by a dropkick that propels Reed over the top ropes. Now, it's Ricochet and Gable who remain inside the ring. Ricochet goes for a cover after a standing moonsault, but it's not enough to secure the victory. ##
Reed re-enters the ring, and Ricochet delivers a superkick, while Gable follows up with a German Suplex on Reed. Ricochet seizes the opportunity and launches himself into a dive, taking Reed down. Reed manages to get back into the ring, but Gable seizes Ricochet's leg, applying an ankle lock. Ricochet counters with a running knee strike, then ascends to the top turnbuckle to perform a moonsault. However, Gable reacts swiftly, sidestepping Ricochet, who lands on his feet but appears to have injured his knee. ##
Gable seizes the moment to plant a German Suplex on Ricochet. Reed re-enters the ring and sends Gable crashing onto Ricochet. Gable rolls out of the ring once again, leaving Reed and Ricochet in the center. Reed situates Ricochet and ascends to the top rope, ultimately executing a Frog Splash for the cover, securing the victory in the match. ##
Singles Match: Drew McIntyre vs. JD McDonagh ##
The bell rings as JD takes Drew into the corner. JD delivers chops, but they have no effect on Drew.##
Drew counters with a backbody drop, follows it up with a neckbreaker, and sets up for his signature move, the Claymore kick. Dominik suddenly appears on the apron, distracting Drew. This distraction allows JD to target Drew's left knee, attacking it viciously. ##
Drew responds with a massive clothesline that sends JD tumbling outside the ring. He quickly retrieves JD and brings him back into the ring. However, Dominik intervenes out of nowhere, ducking Drew's attack and ramming him into the ring post. JD seizes the opportunity and executes a double knee move from the top rope. ##
While the referee is occupied talking to JD, Dominik attempts to pull Drew out of the ring. This time, Drew counters by throwing Dominik into the announce table before reentering the ring. Drew takes control once again, hitting a Future Shock DDT and following it up with his devastating Claymore kick. He covers JD for the victory in the match. ##
WINNER: Drew McIntyre ##
WWE NXT Women's Title Match: Becky Lynch(c) vs. Tegan Nox ##
The bell rings, and they engage in a lock-up. Tegan surprises with an Inside Cradle, but it only earns her a near fall. Becky counters with a backslide, also resulting in a close near fall. Several near falls occur in quick succession. Tegan executes a skillful takedown and follows it up with a shoulder tackle. Both wrestlers attempt various pinning combinations. Tegan pulls off a deep arm drag, while Becky responds with one of her own. Becky delivers a kick to the ribs and drives Tegan into the turnbuckle. ##
Becky forcefully plants Tegan into another turnbuckle, but Tegan counters effectively, blocking Lynch from launching another attack. Tegan gains momentum with a Running Uppercut in the corner and follows it up with a Snapmare. She then heads to the top rope, but Lynch anticipates her move and ducks outside the ring. Becky attempts a Baseball slide, going for a clothesline, but misses, crashing into the barrier instead. Tegan seizes the opportunity, getting on the apron and delivering a kick, followed by a Crossbody from the apron. After they return to the ring, Tegan manages to secure a near fall. ##
After the commercial break, Becky takes control with a splash in the corner, followed by a back exploder that results in a near fall. She maneuvers Tegan onto the apron, but Tegan counters with a well-placed kick and ascends to the top rope, executing a Crossbody for another near fall. ##
Becky quickly retaliates with a roll-up, but Tegan manages to kick out. Becky seizes Tegan's arm and applies an Armlock, but Tegan reverses the momentum, driving Becky headfirst into the corner. Tegan then executes a hip toss, gaining the upper hand. Tegan finds herself on the apron, and Becky attempts an attack, but Tegan catches her with a kick. Tegan moves to the apron as well, and a brief exchange unfolds. Tegan cleverly slips under Becky's legs and executes her move, securing another near fall. ##
Becky responds with a series of kicks from the apron and goes for a dropkick, but Tegan kicks out once again. Tegan comes back with a Fallaway slam, nearly securing the victory. With determination, Tegan climbs to the top rope, but Becky manages to regain her footing. Tegan jumps, but adjusts mid-air, landing on her feet as Becky sidesteps her. Finally, Becky locks in an Armbar, forcing Tegan Nox to tap out and securing the win. ##
WINNER: Becky Lynch via Submission ##
-Backstage, we find Rhea Ripley in a discussion with Adam Pearce. Rhea expresses her desire for a match against Shayna Baszler on next week's edition of Raw. ##
Additionally, it has been confirmed that next week will feature a singles match between Piper Niven and Natalya. ##
Undisputed WWE Tag Team Championship Match: Cody Rhodes & Jey Uso (c) vs. Kevin Owens & Sami Zayn ##
The match begins with the ringing of the bell, and it's Cody and Sami who kick things off. They engage in a lock-up, grappling for control. The action takes them into the corner, where they continue to battle it out. The referee intervenes to separate them, but they quickly lock up once more. ##
Sami gains the upper hand, maneuvering Cody into the corner and delivering a sharp chop. Cody retaliates, reversing the situation and responding with a chop of his own. As the intensity builds, all four men enter the ring just before we head into a commercial break. We find ourselves in a packed arena with a massive crowd in attendance. Sami attempts a cover on his opponent but only manages a near fall. Cody tags in, and Jey enters the ring as they lock up. Sami executes an impressive leapfrog maneuver and follows it up with a punch that takes Jey down. ##
Jey responds with a powerful chop to assault Sami, and Owens tags in, engaging in a lock-up with Jey in the corner. Owens lands a chief shot, and Jey fights back fiercely. They end up brawling outside the ring, with Cody and Sami trying to intervene, but no one is successful in separating them. The exchange of blows continues. Cody and Sami also find themselves engaged in a heated confrontation. Eventually, they all make their way back into the ring, with Jey and Owens still legal in the match. However, for the second time, Owens and Jey take the battle outside the ring. Owens launches Jey through the announce table, intensifying the fight as it rages on. ##
As we return from the break, Owens and Jey reenter the ring. Jey unleashes a series of shots into Owens' ribs, but Owens counters with a punch and attempts a standing Swanton. Owens ascends to the top rope, but Jey halts his journey with a well-placed kick, preventing the Frog Splash. Jey joins Owens on the second rope, but Owens ducks under Jey and executes a Swanton for a near fall. ##
Owens follows up with a barrage of punches, and Jey manages to get back to his feet. Owens goes for his signature Pop-up Powerbomb, but Jey evades, landing a Superkick. They exchange superkicks, and Owens eventually takes Jey down with a clothesline. Jey recovers and tags in Cody. Cody enters the ring, landing a Cody Cutter on Sami for a near fall. Cody seems poised to execute the Cross Rhodes, but Sami cleverly reverses it and performs a Blue Thunder Bomb, resulting in another near fall. Sami follows up with an explosive move in the corner. ##
Owens readies himself for his next move, the Helluva Kick, but Cody counters with a Cross Rhodes for a pin attempt. However, Owens intervenes, breaking up the count. Sami and Cody exchange shots, while Owens delivers a superkick to Jey, who responds with one of his own for another near fall. Jey heads to the top rope, attempting a Uso Splash, but he misses, allowing Owens to set up for a Stunner. Cody breaks up the count just in time. Sami seizes the moment, diving over the top ropes to take down Cody and Jey on the outside. ##
Owens manages to get Jey Uso back into the ring, positioning him near the corner. Owens climbs to the top rope for a Moonsault, but Jey gets his knees up, causing Owens some pain. Jey follows up with a superkick to Owens and then to Sami. Cody reenters the ring and executes a Cross Rhodes on Sami. Cody and Jey join forces, landing a Double Superkick on Owens. They finish the match with a Cody Cutter followed by a neckbreaker for the three-count victory. ##
WINNER: Cody Rhodes and Sami Zayn ##
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