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Jey Uso vs. Drew McIntyre Set For 9/18 WWE Raw WWE News
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Jey Uso vs. Drew McIntyre Set For 9/18 WWE Raw

BY SACNILK

Salt Lake City, 11 September - Jey Uso's first appearance on Monday Night Raw took place recently. During "The Grayson Waller Effect" segment at Payback, it was revealed that Jey had moved to Raw. On the latest episode of Raw, Jey teamed up with Kevin Owens to take on Damian Priest and Finn Balor.## Unfortunately, they couldn't secure the win, which left Owens quite disappointed. ## Later in the night, Jey Uso was backstage when Drew McIntyre approached him. Drew mentioned that he had some unfinished business with Jey and expressed his doubts about Jey's ability to stand on his own. ## In response, Jey invited Drew to face him next week, and Drew accepted the challenge. ## Jey Uso vs Drew McIntyre is set for next week! Hell yeah!#WWERAW pic.twitter.com/6TdQDDHHnD— Fightful Wrestling (@Fightful) September 12, 2023 ## WWE Raw 9/18/23 Updated Lineup ## -Singles Match: Jey Uso vs. Drew McIntyre ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

Predicting Top 3 Things To Happen On 9/11 WWE Raw WWE News
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Predicting Top 3 Things To Happen On 9/11 WWE Raw

BY SACNILK

Norfolk, September 10 - Here are the top 3 things that could potentially happen this week on SmackDown, scheduled to air live on September 11, 2023, live from Scope Arena in Norfolk, VA. ## Currently, we've got a couple of things lined up. First off, Raquel Rodriguez is going after the WWE Women's Title as she faces Rhea Ripley. Additionally, Gunther has held onto the Intercontinental championship longer than anyone else, and this week on Raw, Imperium is going to throw a celebration for that. ## Last but not least, "The American Nightmare," Cody Rhodes will make his return to WWE Raw. ## Let's have a look top 3 things to happen on the show: ## #3. Cody Rhodes To Introduce Jey Uso on Raw ## As mentioned before, at WWE Payback during "The Grayson Waller Effect," Cody Rhodes dropped a big scoop by revealing that Jey Uso is coming to Raw. This upcoming week on Raw, Cody is set to return, so there's a chance he could be introducing Jey Uso on the show. ## Another possibility is that someone from WWE Raw might launch an attack on Cody and Jey Uso during their segment. This could lead to a tag team match with Rhodes teaming up with Jey Uso to take on the attackers. ## #2. New Challenger For Gunther's Intercontinalt To Be Revealed ## After successfully defending his Intercontinental title against Chad Gable last Monday night, Gunther has etched his name in WWE history. It was announced that Gunther, along with his Imperium pals, will be having an Intercontinental Championship celebration to mark his record-breaking reign as the longest-reigning Intercontinental Champion. ## At the celebration, we might find out who Gunther's next opponent will be, someone determined to take the title from him. ## #1. Rhea Ripley Will Retain Her Title With The Help Of A Mysterious Star ## This week, Rhea Ripley, the Women's World Champion, is defending her title against Raquel Rodriguez. This follows her win at WWE Payback, where Dominik Mysterio helped her keep the title.## However, this time, Mysterio won't be allowed near the ring because WWE banned him from ringside. Nevertheless, I believe someone from the roster might come to Ripley's aid in her quest to retain the title. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

WWE Monday Night Raw Results September 11, 2023: Live Coverage, Winners, Commentary, Recap WWE News
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WWE Monday Night Raw Results September 11, 2023: Live Coverage, Winners, Commentary, Recap

BY SACNILK

Norfolk, 10 September - Here is the live coverage for this week's Monday Night Raw which is scheduled to air on September 11, 2023, live from Scope Arena in Norfolk, VA. ## 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, September 11, 2023: Live Coverage The show starts off with Jey Uso who makes his way down to the ring. Jey takes the mic and says that he is now out of The Bloodline and now he feels good to be on his own. The Music hits as Kevin Owens makes his down to the ring. ## Kevin Owens takes the mic and says, He is happy to see Jey on his own show and says he knows what kind of situation Jey has been going through right now. Owens talks about his past, stating that he has done a lot of bad things in his past with some good and it took a lot of time to earn the respect, but there are still some people who doesn't want to see him around and they are Drew McIntyre and Riddle. ## The Music hits and we see Preist and Dominik coming out there. ## Kevin Owens explains that Sami is not here tonight, so he will fight on his own, but Jey offers the proposal to be tag team partner of Kevin Owens and th match is up next. ## 1... 2... Dom's getting BOOED!#WWERaw pic.twitter.com/cArdGBSPIL— WWE (@WWE) September 12, 2023 ## Non-Title Match: Finn Balor and Damian Priest (with Dominik Mysterio) Vs Kevin Owens and Jey Uso ## The bell rings and the match starts off with Jey and Priest locking up. Nothing big has been landed for the time being, they are just stretching around take-downs. Finn Balor comes in with a tag, while, Jey Uso tags with Owens. We see Owens landing a DDT to Finn Balor for the cover, but doesn't get the win. Owens lifts Finn for a slam, but Finn saves by getting back on his feet and chocks down Owens. Priest comes in, while on the other hand, Jey Uso comes in and goes for a Cross Body for near fall. Jey Uso connects with a Samoan Drop. Jey now sends Finn to the floor after landing a kick. Back from the break and there is a clothesline for the cover, but no win again. No Bing time offense for the time being, they are just exchanging punches in the middle. Jey is doing some offense as he goes for a Samoan Drop, but can't get it down. Finn tries a Slingblad, but Jey avoids it and lands a Neck Breaker. ## The match is about to come to an end, Owen and Priest are in the ring right now. Owens takes down Priest into the corner and goes for a cannonball, but his knees give out on him. Priest goes for South of Heaven and comes up with a Tornado DDT for near fall. Priest tries a Superplex, but Owens gets him down with punches. Owens with a Fisherman's Buster when Finn tried to land a Superplex. Owens goes for a near fall, but no win yet. Jey goes for a kick, but he accidentally takes down Owens when Priest moves and I think that's where things will end for Owens and Jey. Finn with a Coup de Grace for the cover and the win. ## WINNER: Finn Balor and Damian Priest ## Following the match, Owens gets out of the ring and looks at Jey. Jey tries to explain what just happened, but Owens leaves out of there. We see Rodriguez is in the back, meanwhile, Natalya joins in. ## Owens is in the backstage area, Jey comes from behind and wants to apologize for the accident, but Owens isn't listening to him and tells him to join The New Bloodline in the Judgement Day locker room.## Up next we have a video package for last week's match between Gunther and Chad Gable for the Intercontinental Championship. Meanwhile, Imperium arrives and they are dressed for a celebration. ## Singles Match: Miz Vs Akira Tozawa ## Looks like a very lame match, The match starts off with The Miz leading the actions. The Miz is all dominant. The Miz tried with his hands and legs, but nothing was coming off with perfection. Finally, The Miz goes for back-to-back three Skull Crushing Finale for three counts to win the match. ## WINNER: The Miz ## Up Next Imperium holds an Intercontinental Title celebration for “The Ring General” Gunther ## We see Ludwig Kaiser and Giovanni Vinci make their way to the ring and they bring out Gunther. The Music hits and here comes Gunther. Gunther takes the mic and he is now officially the longest-reigning Intercontinental champion in the history of WWE. Gunther proudly says he is running low on competition. ## The music hits and here comes Chad Gable and he wants another title shot and this time he promises to come out as the new champion. Gable says this time he will do it for her family and he swears to god that he walking out as the new champion. Gable Swears to god that this time his daughter is walking with a smile on her face. ## Gunther calls Gable a terrible father. Gable attacks Gunther, but Vinci and Kaiser stop him doing this. Chad Gable is trying to fight off, meanwhile, Otis makes his way to the ring and he sends Kaiser and Vinci to the floor. Tommaso Ciampa also joins the action and he has chair in his hands. Imperium leaves the ring. ## Things get personal on #WWERaw!🎥 @WWEpic.twitter.com/BpGf3FzS6h— WWE on FOX (@WWEonFOX) September 12, 2023 ## Singles Match: Drew McIntyre Vs Xavier Woods ## The bell rings and the match starts off with Woods landing punches in the middle. Woods is looking to fast filling. Drew McIntyre fights off Woods with a GlassGow kiss. Woods with a punch followed by a kick into the ribs, Woods goes for another one, but this time Drew with a massive Clothesline to take him down. Drew goes for another one and he is sent to the floor and Woods moves out. Woods Attempts a Suicide Dive, but Drew catches him in mid and throws him into the announce table. ## We are back from the break and Drew and Woods are fighting on the top of the ring post. Drew gets Woods up on his shoulder, but Woods instead comes off with a Powerbomb and immediately goes up for a legdrop for the cover, but Drew kicks out. Drew with a Belly to belly Supplex, Drew with another one followed by a neck breaker. Drew sets up Claymore's kick, but Woods with a massive Superkick for the cover, but kicks out there. ## Woods gets ready for another kick, but Drew blocks it and gives him a chop to the chest. Drew then tries to set up an Alabama Slam, but Woods dodges it. Instead, Woods lands a Superkick followed by a basement kick and goes for the pin, but he doesn't get the win. Both guys start throwing punches at each other. Finally, Drew McIntyre manages to hit a Claymore kick after missing a few times. He covers Woods and gets the victory. ## WINNER: Drew McIntyre via pinfall ## Cody Rhodes Promo is Up next ## The music hits and here comes Cody Rhodes, he makes his way to the ring. Rhodes takes the mic and asks fans what they wanna talk about, but he is interrupted by Dominik and JD McDonagh. Dom has the mic, but here is the problem, the crows aren't letting him speak with those massive boos. ## Cody had it enough and he punches Dominik and then JD attacks from behind. They join to firm the attack. Cody Rhodes sends JD over the top ropes to the floor and plants Dom with a CodyCutter. JD comes in but ends up getting a CrossRhodes. Cody with a CrossRhodes on Dom and they get out.## -We see Jey and Drew are in the back. Jey tells Drew to have a match next week on Raw and Drew accepts it. So, we have a match next week on Raw. ## Chelsea Green (with Piper Niven) Vs Shayna Baszler ## Has @QoSBaszler met her match?#WWERaw pic.twitter.com/jmYZKTjBkT— WWE (@WWE) September 12, 2023 ## Here comes @ZoeyStarkWWE for the save!#WWERaw pic.twitter.com/byFcRtC0TE— WWE (@WWE) September 12, 2023 ## WINNER: Shayna Baszler ## -Seth Rollins is up next and he makes his way to the ring. Seth Rollins takes the mic and welcomes everyone to Raw. Rollins starts off by saying that he is everything that Nakamura claims that he is. Seth says he went to be what everyone wanted him to be and that didn't work. Seth says he became a Messiah and that didn't work. ## Rollins says he is not here to talk, he is here to fight. Rollins calls out Nakamura to the ring. Shinsuke Nakamura's music plays and nobody comes out. Rollins looks around, but there is no one. ## Meanwhile, we see Nakamura is on the LED screen and he is seen beating down Ricochet in the back. Nakamura tells Seth he would fight Seth but he thought Seth wasn't medically cleared to he packed already. Nakamura says he will take Seth's title, but not tonight. ## Chad Gable, Otis, and Tommaso Ciampa (with Maxxine Dupri) Vs Gunther, Ludwig Kaiser, and Giovanni Vinci ## This has to be a great match on the card. The bell rings and the match starts off with Vinci and Ciampa. Not so much land for the time being, Ciampa comes up with a first move as he lands Thesz Press followed by punches. Gable goes for Takedown followed by a Dead Lift German Suplex, but Kaiser counters it with an elbow followed by a Clothesline. ## They send Gable into the ring post and connects with a double drop kick followed by a boot from Gunther. Gable with a Judo throw. There are multiple tag exchanges. Gunther is on the apron and Ciampa follows up with a knee to knock him off the apron. Ciampa hits a Reverse DDT for the cover, but no win there. Meanwhile, Vinci with a clothesline. ## So much chaos in the match, I would say, this was one of the best parts of the night. Chad controls now, and he attempts a Dead Lift German Suplex, but Gunther counters it with a German Suplex. Gunther goes for a Power Bomb, but Gable rolls through that. Gable locks in the ankle. Vinci with a Springboard Cross Body, but Gable with an Ankle lock. Meanwhile, Gunther goes for a Powerbomb on Gable, but Ciampa comes in there and hits a knee to Gunther. Vinci with a roll-up on Gable for a near fall. Gable finally locks the ankle on Vinci and he taps out.## WINNER: Chad Gable, Otis, and Tommaso Ciampa (with Maxxine Dupri) via Submission ## Raquel Rodriguez vs. Rhea Ripley for the Women's World Championship ## Both women are in the ring, ready to take that spot. remember, Dominik can't be ringside. The bell rings and the match starts off with Rodriguez delivering a Clothesline, Rodriguez goes a sunset flip, but Ripley avoids it. Rodriguez with a Powerslam sent Ripley to the mat. ## Rodriguez with a bear hug, Ripley trying some sort of separation here. Ripley finally escapes with a headbutt, and she gets up on the ring post and follows up a Dropkick from the top. Rodriguez rolls out of the ring. Rhea Ripley follows up and goes for a Flip to take down Rodriguez. Rhea gets Rodriguez back to the ring and connects with a knee for the cover, but doesn't get the win. ## Nice Dropkick by Ripley and now measuring Rodriguez, but she is sent over the top ropes to the floor. Rodriguez follows up and connects with a big boot, sending Ripley into the barricade. ## We are back now, Rhea is taking over now. Ripley is taking a commanding role in this match now. Rhea is now locked up and Ripley is pounding away. Rodriguez slams Ripley into the mat to release the pressure on her knee. They are finally up and Rodriguez follows up a boot, but Ripley sides out and Rodriguez hangs up on the turnbuckle. Again Ripley gains control. Rodriguez sends Ripley into the turnbuckle. A couple of jabs right there from Rodriguez and rocks up with a forearm. Both women are down as they connect boots to jaws. Ripley with a headbutt while both women are down on their knees. They exchange blows and it's Ripley who gets the last laugh. Ripley with a Suplex for the cover, but doesn't get the win. ## Ripley with a blow to the back of the neck, and it's now Rodriguez with Rhea up and sends her into the turnbuckle. Rodriguez with a big Boot for the cover, but no win there. Rodriguez steps over Ripley and follows up with a crossbow, but Ripley sides out and crashes in. Ripley goes up to the top and follows up with a Frog Splash, cover made and she kicks out. ## Ripley sends Rodriguez to the floor and she is on the apron, but this time Rodriguez catches her in mid-air and lunches into the announce table. Rodriguez sends Ripley back into the ring...but wait a minute who the hell she is?...it's Nia Jax attacking Rodriguez outside. Jax launches Rodriguez on the floor with a Samoan Drop and sends her back to the ring. Meanwhile, Ripley with a Riptide on Rodriguez to win the match. ## WINNER: Rhea Ripley ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

Gunther vs. Chad Gable On 9/4/23 WWE Raw Got A Great Reaction Back Through The Curtain WWE News
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Gunther vs. Chad Gable On 9/4/23 WWE Raw Got A Great Reaction Back Through The Curtain

BY SACNILK

Minneapolis, 10 September - Gunther vs. Chad Gable on Monday got a great reaction following their match. ## As we're aware, Gunther has secured his place as the longest-reigning Intercontinental Champion in WWE history. Since his introduction to the main roster, Gunther had remained undefeated in singles competition until he faced one of the most underrated WWE stars, Chad Gable. ## On the August 21st episode of Raw, Gunther defended his championship against Chad Gable but suffered a loss due to a countout. Subsequently, Gable was granted another opportunity to contend for the title on the September 4th edition of Monday Night Raw.## However, this time, Gunther decisively defeated Gable with a series of impactful moves, including a sleeper suplex, a powerbomb, and ultimately, a devastating lariat that dashed Gable's hopes of becoming the Intercontinental Champion. ## Per the latest from Fightful Select, Gunther vs. Chad Gable on Monday got a great reaction back through the curtain when the performers returned. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

WWE Monday Night Raw Results September 4, 2023: Live Coverage, Winners, Commentary, Recap WWE News
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WWE Monday Night Raw Results September 4, 2023: Live Coverage, Winners, Commentary, Recap

BY SACNILK

Memphis, September 4, 2023 - Here is the live coverage for this week's Monday Night Raw which is scheduled to air on September 4, 2023, live from FedExForum in Memphis, TN. ## 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, September 4, 2023: Live Coverage Jey Uso opened the show, and Michael Cole pointed out that Cody Rhodes had brought him to Raw, mentioning Rhodes' past role as an EVP and his ability to get things done.## Uso talked about his frustration with family conflicts each week and how Cody Rhodes had called him, leading to him being on Main Event Mondays alone. He declared that Main Event Jey Uso was now in town.## Sami Zayn made his entrance and acknowledged that some backstage might have issues with Uso due to his previous ties with the Bloodline. He mentioned Kevin Owens' absence and expressed his happiness about Uso being on Raw. Zayn praised Uso for breaking free from the Bloodline and going solo, calling him the real Main Event Jey Uso. He offered a handshake, but Uso declined, and Zayn left the ring. Uso commented that it wasn't very Ucey of Zayn.## As they exited, Drew McIntyre made his entrance, and there was a tense stare-down with Uso. The announcers emphasized McIntyre's displeasure with Uso's presence. Riddle also showed up and had a similar reaction. ## A video featuring Nakamura played, where he admitted underestimating Seth Rollins but claimed he would ultimately become the World Heavyweight Champion.## Ricochet had a conversation with Adam Pearce backstage when Seth Rollins arrived. Pearce expressed concern about Rollins being on the show after Nakamura's attack at Payback. Rollins assured Pearce he was fine. Ricochet told Rollins he didn't need to carry the entire show on his own, to which Rollins reiterated his well-being. ## The Viking Raiders Vs Matt Riddle & Drew McIntyre in a no disqualification match ## The Vikings attacked McIntyre early on but ended up throwing both of them out of the ring. McIntyre shared a hug with Riddle and then tossed him with a belly-to-belly over the ropes, taking down the Vikings. Riddle got back in the ring and asked McIntyre to fetch the tables. McIntyre told Riddle to do it himself, so Riddle did just that. ## After the commercial break, The Vikings avoided McIntyre's attempt to superplex one of them through the table by pulling the table away. However, McIntyre quickly regained control and tried to finish off Ivar with the Claymore kick. Erik intervened by pulling Ivar out of the ring. Both Vikings then jumped McIntyre outside the ring, but McIntyre swiftly regained control and launched Ivar over the announcer's table. He also gave Erik an overhead belly-to-belly. ## Erik fought back and splashed McIntyre as they tried to slam him into the table, but Riddle re-entered the match to rescue McIntyre. Riddle set up Erik on the table and climbed the top rope. However, Valhalla's distraction caused Riddle to lose focus, allowing the Vikings to recover. Kofi Kingston rushed to the scene to help but accidentally hit Riddle with the Trouble in Paradise kick. Consequently, The Vikings pinned Riddle after executing a Ragnarok through the table. ## WINNER: The Viking Raiders ## McIntyre showed his displeasure about the loss and gave Kingston a stern look after the match.## They ran a video package highlighting past Intercontinental champions, such as Booker T, Roman Reigns, Shawn Michaels, Steve Austin, and The Honky Tonk Man, ahead of tonight's title match.## Seth Rollins made his way to the ring and acknowledged that Nakamura had done exactly what he had promised in their match at Payback. He admitted that during the match, there were moments where he wasn't sure if he could continue. However, he emphasized that he was still the World Heavyweight Champion.## Rollins mentioned that even though he emerged victorious, Nakamura was able to leave the arena on his own two feet while he had to be wheeled out in a wheelchair with the assistance of his wife. He called Nakamura out and proposed a World Heavyweight title match if Nakamura came to the ring right away.## Nakamura took a moment to consider the offer and then spoke in Japanese. Rollins assumed Nakamura had accepted, but Nakamura firmly responded with a "no" multiple times. Rollins exited the ring and charged at Nakamura, leading to a brawl between the two. Adam Pearce came out and sent security personnel to intervene and separate them. Nakamura focused his attacks on Rollins' back as Ricochet came out to assist Rollins. Eventually, security managed to escort Nakamura away. ## Ricochet Vs Shinsuke Nakamura ## They grappled for a few minutes, and then Nakamura took control with a suplex off the turnbuckle. Following a commercial break, Ricochet seized the upper hand. Damian Priest and Rhea Ripley observed the match from backstage. Ricochet executed a standing shooting star press and headed to the top rope for a 450 splash, but Nakamura managed to evade it. Ricochet followed up with the Recoil, nearly securing a victory. ## Nakamura halted Ricochet's momentum with a knee strike, but Ricochet quickly countered and delivered a running senton off the apron to the floor. However, Nakamura dodged the move, and they continued their fight near the barricade. It culminated in Nakamura using a steel chair on Ricochet, resulting in a disqualification finish, which added a unique twist to the match. ## WINNER: Ricochet ## After the match, Nakamura placed a steel chair around Ricochet's neck, but Rollins rushed into the ring to rescue Ricochet. Rollins forcefully ejected security personnel who tried to stop him and then leaped out of the ring with a high-flying tope, knocking Nakamura down. Nevertheless, Nakamura swiftly regained his composure and rammed Rollins' back into the steel steps. Ricochet used a chair to drive Nakamura away.## In the backstage area, Damian Priest and Rhea Ripley were closely following the unfolding situation. Ripley told Priest, who held his Money in the Bank briefcase tightly, that tonight wasn't the night.## They aired footage of Zoey Stark betraying Trish Stratus after Stratus had criticized her following their steel cage match at Payback. In a backstage interview, Stark expressed her respect for Stratus but asserted that nobody pushes her around. Shayna Baszler confronted Stark, and both women agreed to a match for tonight. ## The Judgment Day faction made their way to the ring to address the audience. Dominik Mysterio began to speak but was met with a chorus of boos from the crowd. He acknowledged that everyone in the faction now held titles. Finn Balor congratulated Mysterio on his one-year anniversary with The Judgment Day and thanked Rhea Ripley for her voice of reason. He also praised Damian Priest for their tag team title victory and paid tribute to JD McDonagh. Balor highlighted his own achievement of becoming a Grand Slam champion.## Ripley expressed her happiness about the unity within the faction and emphasized that they were like a family after their success at the recent event. However, she expressed frustration that people were focused on Jey Uso's move to Raw, asserting that The Bloodline had fallen, and The Judgment Day was now the dominant faction in WWE.## Priest began to speak when JD McDonagh interrupted them. Priest was not pleased with this interruption. McDonagh stated that changes were needed within The Judgment Day, particularly regarding Priest's Money in the Bank briefcase. He presented Priest with a new purple briefcase labeled "Senor Money in the Bank."## Sami Zayn then entered the scene, addressing the absence of Kevin Owens and expressing his dissatisfaction about losing the titles on Saturday. He referred to the faction as "championship-stealing turds" and singled out Dominik Mysterio as the biggest one. Zayn challenged Mysterio to a match, but McDonagh intervened, refusing to fight Mysterio and instead challenging Zayn, who accepted.## The broadcast also featured highlights of several Intercontinental champions, including Pedro Morales, The Ultimate Warrior, Razor Ramon, The Rock, Rey Mysterio, Wade Barrett, and Seth Rollins.## Gunther delivered a promo in which he questioned Gable's place in history. He asserted that someone like Gable didn't belong in the history books, while he would stand as the longest-reigning Intercontinental Champion after their match. ## Shayna Bazler Vs Zoey Stark ## It may not have been necessary to have Zoey Stark lose immediately after her storyline with Stratus, but it seems like they are setting up something between her and Baszler based on the ending. The crowd was noticeably unresponsive during this match. ## Baszler focused her attacks on Stark's right arm, relentlessly working it over. She attempted the Kirifuda Clutch, but Stark managed to break free. Their encounter spilled to the outside, with Baszler again trying for the clutch. However, Stark pushed Baszler into the announce table and followed up with a plancha from the ring apron. ## After a commercial break, Stark made a comeback with a German suplex. She attempted what appeared to be the Z360 move but couldn't execute it properly due to her injured hand. Unfortunately, the crowd seemed disengaged from the match. Baszler eventually trapped Stark in the Kirifuda Clutch. Stark tried to resist the submission, even managing to get back on her feet briefly, but ultimately, after about a minute, she had to tap out. ## WINNER: Shayna Bazler ## After the match, Stark managed to stand on her feet. Baszler appeared to have gained some respect for Stark and acknowledged that Stark had put up a tougher fight than Ronda ever did. They exchanged a fist bump as a sign of mutual respect. ## In a backstage segment, Finn Balor suggested that JD consider joining The Judgment Day. However, Priest felt the need to prove himself first, which Balor agreed with. Mysterio expressed his willingness to go along with whatever decision they made. Ripley advised waiting to see how JD performs in his match against Zayn tonight. As Priest and Balor exited, Ripley reminded Mysterio to ensure that everything goes smoothly during JD's match. ## Raquel Rodriguez Vs Chelsea Green ## Green tried to escape, but Rodriguez swiftly went after her and handled her roughly. Rodriguez landed a boot and executed a fallaway slam. Green briefly tried to counter and attempted a crossbody, but Raquel intercepted her, delivered a clothesline, and then secured the victory with the Tejana bomb. ## WINNER: Raquel Rodriguez ## Rodriguez mentioned she had a chat with Adam Pence. She told him she's getting her Payback rematch, and Dominik Mysterio won't be allowed at ringside. She also informed Rhea Ripley that they'll meet next week for the Women's World Championship.## Other Intercontinental Champions include Don Muraco, Mr. Perfect, Bret Hart, Eddie Guerrero, Kofi Kingston, and Cody Rhodes.## Chad Gable asserted that he's already made history as a former Olympian with a master's degree. Tonight, he plans to show everyone, including his crew and his family in the front row, that he's more than just a tag team specialist. He believes his desire to take the championship outweighs his opponent's desire to hold onto it. ## The Miz then took the microphone to address the audience. ## Drew McIntyre was pacing backstage when Matt Riddle approached him and advised him to cool off. McIntyre warned that if Jey Uso got in his way, he would deal with the person responsible for bringing him in, Cody Rhodes. Kofi Kingston joined the conversation and offered an apology, but McIntyre didn't appear to fully accept it. He told Kingston that he would be vigilant in case of any more 'accidents' in the future. ## In the ring, The Miz hosted Miz TV and claimed he wasn't defeated by LA Knight at Payback; he felt victimized. He introduced John Cena, who was curiously invisible throughout his entrance, with the cameraman handling all the camera cuts. Miz engaged in a one-sided conversation with the invisible Cena, stating he had seen through Cena for eighteen years. ## Miz questioned the invisible chair next to him, asking if it had betrayed him and if LA Knight had paid it off. It appeared, in Miz's imagination, that the chair answered in the affirmative. Miz then requested that invisible Cena leave, slapped the invisible Cena, and delivered the Skull Crushing Finale to thin air. After reminiscing about headlining a WrestleMania with John Cena 12 years ago, he concluded by challenging LA Knight to a one-on-one match. ## The Miz has maintained the same character for many years on this show, without significant changes. ## Jey Uso strolled through the backstage area, and after a brief encounter with Akira Tozawa, he crossed paths with Adam Pearce. Pearce informed him that due to his trade to Raw, SmackDown would be receiving a trade in return, and the outcome might not please everyone. After Uso departed, Tommaso Ciampa approached Pearce, and the two headed into Pearce's office for a discussion. ## JD McDonagh Vs Sami Zayn ## This match could have been better with more time, but considering what they had, it was alright.## The two wrestlers squared off for a few minutes before McDonagh, on the outside, slammed Zayn into the post before the commercial break. Upon returning, Zayn fought his way out of a rest hold and knocked down McDonagh with a clothesline. Zayn executed a Michinoku driver for a close nearfall. ## Zayn followed up with an exploder into the ring post while attempting the Helluva kick, but Dominik Mysterio intervened by pulling JD out of the ring. Zayn turned his attention to Mysterio but got distracted momentarily on the outside, allowing McDonagh to roll him up for the victory. ## WINNER: JD McDonag ## After the match, Zayn attacked Mysterio, attempting the Helluva kick, but McDonagh pulled Zayn out of the ring and signaled for Mysterio to make his escape. Zayn then directed his aggression towards McDonagh, delivering the Helluva kick to him instead. The commentators emphasized that Mysterio didn't return the favor after McDonagh saved him. ## A replay of the Tiffany Stratton and Becky Lynch confrontation from Payback was shown, and they promoted Stratton's title defense against Kiana James for tomorrow. ## Additional Intercontinental Champions include Randy Savage, Tito Santana, Triple H, Edge, The Miz, and Bobby Lashley. ## Gunther Vs Chad Gable for the WWE Intercontinental Championship ## The final minutes of this match were fantastic, and the crowd was really engaged. Unfortunately, there were two commercial breaks during the match, so we only got to see the last five minutes without interruption. This bout deserved a spot on the pay-per-view or a premium live event. If I were in charge of booking, I'd schedule a third match, and I believe Gable should win the title at Fastlane next month. ## After a few minutes, and of course, another commercial break, we saw Gable targeting Gunther's leg outside the ring, working on it until Gunther halted his efforts. Gunther brought Gable down with a powerful chop. Gable tried to retaliate with chops of his own, but Gunther knocked him down with another hefty chop. ## Following YET ANOTHER COMMERCIAL, Gable attempted to go after Gunther's leg again, but Gunther lifted him up and executed a powerbomb, causing both to tumble to the floor. Gable responded with a German suplex and tossed Gunther back into the ring. However, when Gable entered the ring, Gunther hit him with a powerbomb for a close two-count. ## Gable executed a superplex and followed it up with a flying headbutt, resulting in another nearfall. He then attempted an ankle lock, but Gunther managed to escape. Gable tried for the Chaos Theory, but Gunther slipped away once more. Gable then delivered a back suplex and successfully executed the Chaos Theory suplex, but Gunther kicked out again. ## Gable went for a moonsault, but Gunther raised his leg. Gable noticed and transitioned into an ankle lock. After a brief struggle, Gunther trapped Gable in a sleeper hold. Gable cleverly shifted his weight, planting his feet on the floor and pinning Gunther's shoulders for another two-count. Gunther responded with a sleeper suplex, a powerbomb, and a thunderous clothesline to secure the victory. ## A child in the audience was shown crying as Gunther received the championship. Michael Cole commented that after 35 years, Gunther would break The Honky Tonk Man's record as the longest-reigning Intercontinental Champion of all time. The show concluded with Gunther standing at the entrance, while Gable appeared dejected in the ring. ## WINNER: Gunther ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

New Matches Announced For 9/4/23 WWE Raw, Updated Lineup WWE News
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New Matches Announced For 9/4/23 WWE Raw, Updated Lineup

BY SACNILK

Memphis, August 28, 2023 - On the September 4, 2023, episode of WWE Raw, Gable will have another opportunity to face off against Gunther. ## The announcement for this match came directly from Gunther in a promo during the August 28 episode of Raw. During the promo, Gunther also mocked the praise Gable received for his victory over him via count out on the August 21 episode. Gable then entered the ring, asserting his confidence that he'll secure a three-second victory over Gunther in their upcoming encounter, alluding to the time it takes for a pinfall. ## The match scheduled for September 4, 2023 marks the third singles bout between Gunther and Gable. Their initial showdown took place on the July 31 episode of Raw, where Gunther emerged victorious. As previously mentioned, their second match on the August 21 episode ended with Gable securing the win through a count-out victory over 'The Ring General.' ## Also taking place next week is a tag team match as the team of Matt Riddle & Drew McIntyre takes on The Viking Raiders. ## 9/4/23 WWE Raw, Updated Lineup ## -WWE Intercontinental Championship Match: Gunther(c) vs. Chad Gable ## -Tag Team Match: Drew McIntyre & Matt Riddle vs. The Viking Raiders ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

WWE Monday Night Raw Results August 28, 2023: Live Coverage, Winners, Commentary, Recap WWE News
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WWE Monday Night Raw Results August 28, 2023: Live Coverage, Winners, Commentary, Recap

BY SACNILK

Memphis, August 28, 2023 - Here is the live coverage for this week's Monday Night Raw which is scheduled to air on August 28, 2023, live from FedExForum in Memphis, TN. ## 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, August 28, 2023: Live Coverage We start with the graphics dedicated to Terry Funk and Bray Wyatt. ## It's been mentioned that Damian Priest and Finn Balor are set to vie for the tag championships come Saturday. ## Singles Match: Sami Zayn Vs Damian Priest ## They lock up, and Priest clutches a side headlock followed by a forearm. Priest dishes out kicks and punches, then maintains a side headlock. Sami replies with an arm drag into an arm bar. Priest backs Sami into the corner, missing a punch. Sami responds with chops. Priest lands punches on Sami in the corner. He Irish whips Sami, but runs into an elbow. Sami delivers an elbow from the turnbuckles for a close near fall. Priest heads to the floor and Sami nails a drop kick through the ropes. Sami follows up with a back heel kick and an Arabian Press onto Priest. Sami punches Priest on the turnbuckles, and Priest sends him into the center of the ring. Sami's attempted wrist lock arm drag off the ropes misses. Priest capitalizes with a clothesline and kicks on Sami. ## Priest backs Sami into the turnbuckles with a forearm. He keeps up the pressure with another forearm and a choke on Sami. Priest follows with an elbow in the corner, succeeded by a Broken Arrow for a near fall. Priest stretches Sami, but Sami kicks Priest away. Sami sends Priest over the top rope to the floor. Sami sets up for a suicide dive, but Priest gets on the apron and seizes Sami. Priest hurls Sami into the ring post on the apron, then executes a flatliner on the announce table. ## After the commercial break, Priest goes for a superplex, setting up forearms to Sami's back. Sami counters with a sunset flip powerbomb, nearly getting the pinfall. Sami throws punches at Priest and leaps over him, causing Priest to be clotheslined over the top rope to the floor. Sami follows up with a flip dive onto Priest. Sami ascends the turnbuckles, but as he comes off, Priest grabs him. Sami dodges South of Heaven, causing Priest to crash into the ring post on a splash attempt. Sami executes a Blue Thunder Bomb for another near fall. Priest drops Sami onto the top rope and kicks him in the head. Priest delivers a back heel kick and positions for a Razor's Edge, but Sami rises to his feet. Sami counters with an exploder into the turnbuckles. ## JD tries to interfere, pulling Sami to the floor. Priest capitalizes with South of Heaven for the three-count victory. ## WINNER: Damian Priest ## Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods Vs Erik and Ivar (with Valhalla) ## Erik and Woods initiate the action, with Woods delivering punches and Erik missing a forearm strike. Woods counters with chops and applies a side headlock. He follows up with a shoulder tackle, chop, and a series of punches. Woods transitions to a wrist lock, and Erik responds with a forearm. Woods answers back with a forearm of his own. Erik executes an Irish whip, but Woods smoothly floats over. Erik retaliates with a side slam. Ivar enters the match with a display of their unique offensive style. Woods absorbs punches from Ivar, who forces him down to the mat. Erik tags back in, and they employ their coordinated attacks. Woods fights back with punches, though Ivar returns with his own punches to bring Woods down. # Ivar strikes Woods with a knee to the midsection, and Woods counters with punches and an elbow to Erik. Woods continues with forearms, but Ivar prevents him from tagging out. Woods wriggles around Ivar's grasp and manages to tag in Kofi. Kofi springs into action with a chop to Ivar, followed by more chops. Despite Ivar evading a splash, Kofi nails a pendulum kick and a cross body for a near fall. Kofi executes a kick and his signature Boom Drop. He sets up for Trouble in Paradise, but Ivar escapes to the floor. Woods contributes with a dropkick through the ropes to Erik, and Kofi follows up with a plancha onto Ivar. ## After the commercial break, the Viking Raiders come close to pinning Kofi. Ivar applies a nerve hold on Kofi, using punches afterward. Ivar whips Kofi into the corner and lands a dropkick off the turnbuckles. Valhalla gets on the apron, distracting Woods, and Ivar knocks him off with a forearm. Erik tags in, and after a splash from Ivar, Erik follows with a back elbow for a near fall. He applies a rear chin lock. Ivar tags back in, striking Kofi with a forearm and running his forearm across Kofi's nose. Ivar transitions into a crossface, and Erik tags in to deliver kicks to Kofi. Erik punches Woods, and the referee intervenes. Erik continues with forearms until Ivar tags in. They focus on Riddle and Drew at ringside while Kofi fights back with chops. ## Ivar strikes Kofi with a forearm, securing a near fall. He executes an Irish whip and a clothesline in the corner. Kofi attempts a sunset flip, but Ivar stays standing. When Ivar misses a seated splash, Woods tags in. Woods delivers a rolling elbow to Ivar, a back heel kick to Erik, and a side Russian leg sweep. He follows with a forearm to Ivar and a boot. Woods concludes with an Honor Roll, nearly getting the pinfall. Woods kicks Ivar, and Erik counters with a full nelson into a knee to Woods' back for a near fall. Woods lands on his feet during a belly-to-back suplex attempt. Kofi tags in, delivering kicks to Ivar. Woods executes a sliding flatliner, and Kofi adds Shadows over Hell for a near fall. Woods sends Erik to the floor and executes a pescado. ## Kofi misses Trouble in Paradise, and Ivar lifts him up, but both tumble over the top rope to the floor. Ivar sends Kofi into the ring steps, but Kofi leaps over them. Ivar catches Kofi off the steps, slamming him onto them. Ivar then propels Kofi into Riddle and Drew at ringside. Drew throws a chair at Ivar from ringside, and when Erik ducks, it hits Woods. The referee remains unaware of the incident. Ivar performs a cannonball onto Drew from the apron. Kofi is rolled back into the ring, and Erik tags in. Kofi delivers a chop to Ivar, but Ivar kicks Kofi, leading to their finishing move, Ragnarok, for the three-count victory. ## WINNER: Erik and Ivar ## Finn addresses Priest, emphasizing the importance of aligning their efforts due to the impending tag title match. Priest responds by suggesting they focus on THE Judgment Day situation and not be concerned with JD. Finn reminds Priest that he triumphed because of JD's actions, and then left JD incapacitated in the ring. Priest stresses that his priority is the well-being of the family. ## Rhea interjects, ordering them to stop bickering. She points out their claims of being the most dominant faction while consistently arguing each week. Rhea asserts that she and Dom are the only ones genuinely invested in THE Judgment Day matters. She directs Finn and Priest's attention to Payback, asserting they must rectify their issues and remind everyone of their formidable strength. Rhea warns that if they don't secure more championships after Payback, there will be consequences. Rhea and Dom exit. ## Following a commercial break, we're presented with a video package dedicated to Bray Wyatt. The rocking chair is displayed on the stage. ## Another commercial break follows. The broadcast returns, offering a recap of the events during the New Day/Viking Raiders match involving Drew and Riddle. The scene transitions to the Trainer's Room, where Kofi emerges. Riddle expresses concern about Woods' condition, and Kofi responds that Woods is not doing well. ## Kofi assures Drew that everything is fine and acknowledges Drew's unwillingness to resort to cheap shots. Drew confirms his intention to address the issue with the Viking Raiders and discuss with Pearce the possibility of not needing to tag in during matches. Kofi and Riddle discuss Drew's words and conclude that Drew used 'we,' implying they remain a team. Gunther steps onto the announce table to address his audience. ## Gunther acknowledges Chad Gable's historic feat from the previous week. He highlights that Gable secured a victory over him after more than 500 days, albeit through a count-out in a championship match. Gunther maintains his status as the Intercontinental Champion and asserts that Chad's victory is insignificant in the grand scheme. Gunther switches to speaking in German before returning to English. He conveys that Chad now has his full attention and focus. Gunther proclaims that Chad stands between him and his rightful legacy. Gunther announces that next week, Chad will challenge him for the Intercontinental Championship on Raw. Chad's music interrupts Gunther's speech. ## Chad acknowledges that Gunther was making valid points and refrains from shushing him. He acknowledges that no one has defeated Gunther since his main roster arrival, except for last week when Chad managed to beat Gunther in a mere ten seconds. Chad predicts that next week, it won't take him ten seconds to seize Gunther's title. He confidently claims he'll do it in just one, two, three seconds. As for the current night, Chad humorously refers to Gunther as "Captain Kaiser" and "Lieutenant Ludwig," and declares that he'll cook him up, Memphis Style. ## Ludwig Kaiser (with Giovanni Vinci and Gunther) Vs Chad Gable (with Otis and Maxxine Dupri) ## Chad executes a takedown, leading to a near fall. He follows up with a rollup attempt for another near fall. Chad applies a front face lock, and Kaiser responds with a wrist lock. Both Chad and Ludwig counter hip tosses, resulting in Kaiser being propelled over the top rope to the outside. Chad seizes the opportunity for a cannonball, diving off the apron onto Kaiser. The broadcast takes a break. ## Upon returning, Gable applies a waist lock, but Kaiser is sent out of the ring. Gable transitions into arm drags followed by an arm bar. He maintains control with a wrist lock, eventually backing Kaiser into a corner. Chad employs a waist lock, and Kaiser clings to the ropes. Kaiser counters with a back elbow, proceeding to execute an arm bar. He uses a wrist lock, which Chad reverses before executing a drop toe hold. Gable applies another arm bar, maintaining the pressure as Kaiser tries to escape. Kaiser counters with kicks and forearms, launching a punch and a side head lock. Kaiser delivers a shoulder tackle. Gable grabs Kaiser's ankle, leading to chops, and Gunther retaliates by applying an ankle lock, eventually reaching the ropes for a break. Kaiser uses a knee and clothesline to maintain dominance. The action resumes after another commercial break. ## Gable executes a rollup, followed by a belly-to-belly suplex, and he keeps hold for a second one. Attempting a third, Gable is met with a headbutt and punches from Kaiser. Kaiser sends Chad's shoulder into the ring post with a dropkick, causing Gable to tumble to the outside. Kaiser returns Chad to the ring, delivering chops and kicks in the corner. Chad counters with chops, but Kaiser retaliates with a reverse gutwrench suplex for a near fall. Kaiser trades punches and kicks with Gable, with both exchanging chops. Gable counters with a rolling elbow and a dragon screw. Chad attempts a dead lift German suplex, but Kaiser thwarts it, delivering a rolling Death Valley Driver and a kick for a close two-count. Chad sends Kaiser out of the ring. ## Chad unleashes forearms and knees, followed by a back heel kick and a twisting neck breaker. Gable ascends the turnbuckle for a moonsault, but Kaiser moves, and Chad lands on his feet. Gable employs a backbreaker into a Dominator, narrowly missing a pinfall. He attempts an O'Connor Roll, but Kaiser clings to the ropes. Gable executes an exploder suplex, resulting in both competitors spilling over the top rope to the floor. Gable takes to the top turnbuckle, executing a moonsault onto Kaiser and Vinci. ## Chad descends from the turnbuckles, but Kaiser counters by raising his feet. Gable lands safely on his feet and swiftly applies an ankle lock. Kaiser attempts to roll through, yet Gable maintains his grip. Kaiser manages to kick Gable away and follows up with an uppercut. Kaiser executes another uppercut in the corner, subsequently hoisting Gable onto his shoulders. Just as Chad regains his footing, he executes Chaos Theory on Kaiser. However, the pinfall attempt is interrupted by Vinci. ## WINNER: Chad Gable (by disqualification) ## Otis targets Vinci and Kaiser, attempting to take them down. However, he ends up being sent shoulder-first into the ring post. Capitalizing on the situation, Vinci and Kaiser join forces to assault Gable. This prompts Gunther to make his entrance. Gunther directs Kaiser and Vinci to step aside. ## Gunther readies himself for a power bomb, but Chad counters, landing on his feet and swiftly applying an ankle lock. While Chad has Kaiser and Vinci occupied, they exploit the opening to attack Gable from behind and launch a kick at him. Undeterred, Gunther intervenes by pushing Ludwig and Vinci aside to allow for Chad's power bomb. ## After the break, we're treated to a retrospective on Bob Barker's involvement with WWE. ## Seth Rollins makes his entrance to the ring. ## Seth opens by saying "Yowie Zowie" and extends a welcome to all present. He expresses that it has been a long week and announces his intent to keep his speech brief and concise. ## Addressing Shinsuke Nakamura, Seth offers him a championship opportunity at Payback this Saturday. He proposes that Nakamura provide the audience with what they want to hear by presenting his mind games and remarks face-to-face. Seth playfully adds that the fans used to sing Nakamura's entrance music, though that's no longer the case. If Nakamura won't appear, Seth states there's only one option left.## Nakamura's presence is then projected onto the screen, accompanied by a video package. In the video, Nakamura asserts that he doesn't merely wish to defeat Seth; he aims to disassemble him entirely. Nakamura expresses a desire for Seth's wife to understand that she assists him out of bed due to Nakamura's actions. He envisions Seth being unable to walk his daughter down the aisle, citing his intention to break Seth's back and put an end to his existence. Nakamura confidently declares that Seth has no future. ## Seth interrupts, inquiring if that is all Nakamura has to offer as a legendary figure. He questions what happened to the Nakamura who headlined the Tokyo Dome and set NXT ablaze upon his arrival. Just a month prior, Seth notes, he would've given Nakamura the shirt off his back. Yet, that same back, broken in two places, didn't hinder Seth from becoming World Champion. He emphasizes that his injured back won't prevent him from thrashing Nakamura on Saturday. ## Seth pledges to relentlessly assault Nakamura until someone intervenes. He promises Nakamura that he will never take anything from him: neither his title, his future, nor his family. ## Nakamura interrupts by delivering a knee to Seth's back and applying a reverse chin lock. He concludes his attack with a forceful kick to Seth's head. ## Meanwhile, in the locker room, Sami and Kevin discuss their ongoing rivalry. ## Sami voices frustration with the recurring pattern, highlighting their victories and The Judgment Day's persistent comebacks. He references the recent DQ win and how it granted them a title shot. Sami questions Kevin, asking him to elucidate their plan. ## Kevin responds, stating that the rules won't be in their favor this time. He brings up Pittsburgh, prompting Sami to acknowledge it as the Steel City. Kevin reveals their match type: a Steel City street fight. He humorously adds that while Pittsburgh has seen its share of eccentric occurrences, what they have in store will surpass them all. ## Singles Match: Tommaso Ciampa Vs Bronson Reed ## Reed launches a surprise attack on Ciampa from behind as Ciampa makes his way to the ring. Ciampa retaliates with a series of punches, and both competitors enter the ring. Ciampa dispatches Reed to the outside and follows up with a knee strike that propels Reed to the floor. Ciampa then executes another knee off the apron. ## We're back from the break, and the match is already in progress. Ciampa nails a Thesz Press off the turnbuckles, but Reed answers with a splash. Reed attempts a delayed vertical suplex, but Ciampa counters with a knee and shifts it into a sleeper hold. Reed drives Ciampa into the turnbuckles with a splash. Ciampa delivers a drop kick, causing Reed to slump into the turnbuckles. Ciampa tries to hoist Reed onto his shoulders, successfully executing an Air Raid Crash for a close two-count. ## Reed surprises Ciampa with a body block as Ciampa charges. Reed readies for a Liger Bomb and nearly gets the win. Reed sets up Ciampa for a move, but Ciampa seizes Reed and drags him on to the apron. Ciampa dishes out chops, while Reed flings Ciampa off the apron into the ring steps. ## Reed takes charge with a shoulder tackle off the apron, and Ciampa manages to escape a potential power bomb, sliding into the ring. Ciampa nails Willow's Bell followed by a running knee to the head for another near fall. Reed catches Ciampa during another attempt at a running knee. Both exchange forearm strikes. Ciampa lands a boot to the head and a forearm. Ciampa lands a clothesline, and Reed manages to stay upright. Ciampa executes a crucifix bomb, securing the three-count victory. ## WINNER: Tommaso Ciampa ## In the backstage area, Jackie Redmond catches up with Becky Lynch. Jackie asks Becky about her upcoming match against Trish and whether she has any doubts regarding tonight's bout. ## Becky responds by mentioning that she's been contemplating the idea of giving Zoey a real beating all around the arena. She questions if taking the easy route is the right path and whether she even wants that. She affirms her intention to introduce a whole lot of chaos. ## The Women's Champion, Rhea Ripley, enters the scene, accompanied by Dominik Mysterio. As we return to the scene, Tiffany Stratton is seated in the front row in Memphis. ## Rhea responds, stating that Raquel asserts she'll bring her down a notch, yet she had to feign an injury to gain an upper hand. Rhea holds no grudge against Raquel for that move. She opts not to delve into listing her achievements, as it would take up too much time. Instead, she gestures to the title belt around her waist as the ultimate proof. While Raquel believes she's snatching the championship on Saturday, Rhea sees that notion as another testament to Raquel's foolishness. Rhea acknowledges Raquel's own accomplishments: her size and toughness. Raquel might be big and strong, but she's not Rhea Ripley. Despite all the talk, Rhea asserts that she'll leave as the champion after Payback. ## Raquel's interruption leads her to the ring. ## Punches are exchanged between Raquel and Rhea. Raquel launches into punches and kicks, following up with an Irish whip and a corner splash. Raquel executes a fallaway slam, sending Rhea to the outside. Dominik enters the ring behind Raquel, kneeling to propose a truce to avoid any further altercation. Seizing the opportunity, Rhea strikes Raquel from behind. Raquel thwarts RipTide with a hip toss and then lands a clothesline. Rhea ends up on the floor again. ## Trish Stratus confronts Becky backstage, expressing her view that it was Becky who made the foolish decision to request this match. She points out that Becky's actions are granting Zoey Stark unrestricted control to unleash her attacks. Trish alludes to their upcoming match on Saturday, highlighting the implications. ## Zoey Stark asserts that once she's finished dealing with Becky, she'll leave enough for Trish to contend with in their steel cage match. ## Returning from the break, the focus shifts to the Payback event card. ## A retrospective video package pays homage to Terry Funk, reflecting on his career and contributions. ## Becky Lynch Vs Zoey Stark (with Trish Stratus) in a Falls Count Anywhere Match ## Before the match commences, Becky retrieves her own kendo stick conveniently stashed under the ring. Becky employs the kendo stick to strike Zoey several times. Subsequently, she executes a White Russian Leg sweep for a close near fall. Zoey exits to the ringside area, prompting Becky to deliver kicks and a forearm. Trish intervenes, attacking Becky with the kendo stick. Zoey endeavors a power bomb, yet Becky counters by reaching the apron and landing a kick. Becky dismisses Trish with punches and executes a cross body onto both Zoey and Trish, securing a near fall. Becky propels Zoey into the ringside barrier. However, Zoey responds by striking Becky with the kendo stick when Becky checks under the ring. Zoey propels Becky into the ring steps and nearly secures a pinfall. In the ropes, Becky kicks Zoey and lands uppercuts. Zoey counters with a springboard dropkick, resulting in another near fall. ## Zoey instructs Trish to fetch a chair from beneath the ring, and Trish obliges without causing harm. Becky attempts a rollup for another near fall. Trish adds chairs to the ring without incident this time. Zoey kicks Becky, positions her on the turnbuckles, and prepares for a superplex. However, Becky thwarts Zoey's effort, knocking her down. A leg drop from the turnbuckles by Becky to Zoey yields a close near fall. Becky endeavors to apply the DisArmHer, but Zoey escapes and propels Becky into the chairs. Becky counters Zoey's Z360 and executes an uranage for a near fall. Becky engages in a chase around the ring with Trish, who ultimately retrieves a kendo stick. ## Becky manages to block Trish's attempt, kicking her and striking her with the kendo stick. As Trish retreats up the aisle, Becky continues her assault. Meanwhile, Zoey utilizes a chair to strike Becky several times, nearly securing a pinfall. ## A commercial break ensues. ## Returning from the break, Becky hurls Zoey over the ringside barrier, sending her back into the ringside area. With determination, Becky delivers a forearm off the ringside barrier. She proceeds to execute an exploder, slamming Zoey into the ringside barrier for a near fall. Becky directs Zoey back into the ring and then surprises the crowd by retrieving a table from under the ring, earning cheers from the audience. However, Zoey counters with a kick, shifting the table aside. Zoey returns Becky to the ring and drops her onto the top rope. Utilizing a chair, Zoey strikes Becky in the back. Zoey positions a chair on top of Becky before making her way to the apron for a springboard twisting senton onto both Becky and the chair, securing a close near fall. Zoey pulls Becky amid a stack of chairs and adds another chair on top. ## Zoey ascends the turnbuckles, but Becky counters by striking her. Becky prepares for a superplex onto the chairs and successfully executes it for another near fall. Zoey rolls out of the ring. Becky rearranges the furniture, clearing the hood of the announce table. She aims for a uranage onto the table, yet Zoey counters with elbow strikes. Trish intervenes by tripping Becky. Zoey capitalizes, landing a sliding kick to Becky on the announce table, narrowly missing a pinfall. ## Zoey launches a kick at Becky before heading towards the ringside barrier, but Becky retaliates by pushing Zoey off. Seizing the moment, Becky sends Trish over the announce table. Becky prepares for a uranage on some storage cases, but Trish interrupts her plans, executing a bulldog off the table. Trish signals for Zoey to capitalize and go for the cover. Trish assists in pulling Zoey over, but their effort only results in a near fall. ## Trish and Zoey engage in a forearm exchange, eventually making their way to the storage cases. Meanwhile, Becky pushes Zoey to the floor. Becky follows up with a kick, though Zoey successfully thwarts Becky's uranage attempt. In an unintended turn of events, Zoey accidentally knocks Trish off, causing her to crash through a table. Capitalizing on the opportunity, Becky executes a uranage through a table on Zoey, securing the three-count victory. ## WINNER: Becky Lynch ## Claudio Castagnoli & Wheeler Yuta Vs Eddie Kingston & Katsuyori Shibata ## Taz joined the commentary team as Kingston wore a shirt paying tribute to the late Terry Funk, reading "Claudio Sucks Eggs." Yuta and Shibata started the match with some grappling, and Shibata landed some hard Kawada kicks. Castagnoli was eager to get tagged in, and Yuta obliged. Castagnoli landed some strikes but missed a dropkick, and Shibata missed a PK kick. Kingston tagged in, and Castagnoli tagged in Yuta, who then got beaten up by Kingston. ## The action spilled outside the ring as Kingston and Castagnoli brawled, with Yuta later connecting on a dive and Castagnoli slamming Kingston into the railing. Kingston found himself isolated until he managed to execute an STO on Yuta, allowing Shibata to get the hot tag. Shibata and Castagnoli took turns delivering corner strikes, and Shibata was the one left standing after a stalling running dropkick followed by a butterfly suplex. Shibata locked in a triangle choke, but Castagnoli escaped and, along with Yuta, executed a "fastball special" for a near fall. ## Shibata responded with a backfist that dropped Yuta and locked him in a submission hold while shrugging off Castagnoli's strikes. Kingston tagged in and planted Yuta with a DDT when Yuta tried to execute a "skin the cat" move. Kingston followed up with machine gun chops and an Exploder suplex, but Castagnoli interrupted with a big boot. Yuta then took a pump kick from Shibata, leading to Kingston executing a Saito Suplex. ## Shibata and Castagnoli exchanged uppercuts before an overhand right from Shibata knocked Castagnoli down. The fight continued outside the ring. Kingston and Yuta had a spirited exchange, with Yuta dropping Kingston on his head with a suplex, and Kingston responding with an enzuigiri and stiff slaps. ## Finally, it came down to Kingston and Castagnoli, who traded heavy blows until Castagnoli hit a Neutralizer for a two-count. Kingston managed to escape a Ricola Bomb attempt and landed a spinning backfist, followed by a Northern Lights Bomb for another near fall. Yuta fell victim to a backfist from Kingston and ended up caught in Shibata's chokehold on the apron. Kingston turned around just in time for Castagnoli to land a massive uppercut and secure the pin on Kingston, with Shibata unable to intervene from the apron. ## WINNERS: Claudio Castagnoli & Wheeler Yuta ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

Two New Matches Added To 8/28/23 WWE Raw WWE News
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Two New Matches Added To 8/28/23 WWE Raw

BY SACNILK

Memphis, August 25, 2023 - Two new matches have been added to the August 28th edition of Monday Night Raw. ## The feud between Tommaso Ciampa and "Big" Bronson Reed is ongoing. They've been in a personal rivalry since Reed disrupted Ciampa's match with The Miz about a month ago. ## Now, they're set for a rematch in the ring, both aiming to outdo each other in the rankings. In their previous encounter, The Aus-Zilla secured a win as Shinsuke Nakamura diverted Ciampa's attention. ## Plush, Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods are set to face Erik and Ivar of The Viking Raiders in a match that brings together two of Monday Night Raw's top tag teams. On the August 7 episode of Raw, The Viking Raiders threw out an open challenge, and it was The New Day who stepped up to the plate, resulting in an intense showdown between the two pairs. ## Although Kingston and Woods emerged as the winners, Erik and Ivar are committed to seeking retribution in their own way: through a fierce battle. ## WWE Raw - August 28, 2023 Updated Card ## -Tommaso Ciampa and “Big” Bronson Reed battle once more ## -The New Day to take on The Viking Raiders ## -Chad Gable looks to master Ludwig Kaiser ## -Becky Lynch gets her pound of flesh from Zoey Stark ##

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