Raw Recap 06.30.08

Raw recap from Oklahoma City, OK:

Raw opened with highlights from last week's show-ending accident involving Vince McMahon on the top of the ramp. The accident occurred just moments after Vince had given away $500,000 to a lucky Raw viewer. After the set collapsed on the chairman, wrestlers and WWE staff rushed to his aid. Vince was taken away on a stretcher with a neck support on. Shane McMahon was shown on the Titantron to address the fans. Shane said to respect his father's privacy, no details on his condition will be made. Shane urged all of the WWE staff and wrestlers as well as fans to come together during this time of tragedy.

The Raw pyrotechnics went off just before former commentator Jim Ross made his way down to the ring. JR addressed his hometown crowd who gave him plenty of cheers. Ross spoke about his love for Raw and all the memories made over 12 years. He complimented Jerry Lawler as being like a brother, and invited fans to join him on his new show, Smackdown. JR said he plans to take Smackdown to new levels along with his new partner, Mick Foley. As Ross continued to speak, he was suddenly interrupted by Edge's theme music.

Edge made his way down to the ring along with Ryder & Hawkins. In the ring, Edge started to insult JR, saying the fans could care less about him. Edge said now that JR is on his show Smackdown, he can launch his Hall of Fame career. Edge told JR he needs to practice saying "Edge wins!" for his commentary. JR refused to say it and dropped the mic. Edge told Ryder & Hawkins to escort JR out of the arena, and they did so.

Edge continued to go on about how Smackdown is his show and is better than Raw. Edge said Raw currently lacks a General manager, the Undertaker (who Edge eliminated), and a World Champion. Edge said that no Raw superstar will ever be challenging for his title, and fans can only see him on Smackdown. Edge posed with his title then started up the ramp. All of a sudden, Batista's music hit, and the Animal came out staring down Edge on the ramp.

Batista chased Edge down to the ring then tackled him. Batista continued to beat up Edge in retaliation for Night of Champions. Batista ended up fighting Edge into the crowd, on the commentary table and then bringing him back into the ring. Batista delivered a huge Batista Bomb to leave Edge KO'd in the ring. As Batista made his way up the ramp, all of a sudden CM Punk's music hit!

CM Punk vs. Edge
World Heavyweight title match

CM Punk came out from backstage carrying his Money in the Bank briefcase. Punk had a ref with him as he charged down the ramp. Once in the ring, Punk told the ref to cash in the contract. Lillian Garcia announced the match would be for Edge's title. Edge was attempting to crawl out of the ring, still down from Batista's attack. As the bell rang, CM Punk went over and grabbed Edge, then hoisted him up on his shoulders. Punk delivered the Go to Sleep and quickly pinned Edge, scoring the 3 count to win the World Heavyweight title!

Winner: CM Punk wins via pinfall over Edge to win the World Heavyweight title.

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Mickie James vs. Jillian Hall

Jillian came down the ramp wearing a headset microphone and began singing to her theme song. Jillian continued singing in the ring, until Mickie shoved her and the match began.

During the match, Jillian did her best to exploit the injured shoulder of Mickie from last night's match. At one point, Jillian sent Mickie into the corner then charged at her. Mickie jumped up and used the ropes to dropkick Jillian away from her. Mickie went over to the stunned Jillian and delivered a roundhouse kick to knockout Jillian for a pin.

Winner: Mickie James wins via pinfall over Jillian Hall.

Rey Mysterio shown walking backstage on his way out to address the Raw crowd.

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New Raw member Rey Mysterio came out to address his new fans on Raw. In the ring Rey said he had a wild ride on Smackdown but is excited to be a part of Raw. Rey congratulated Punk on bringing the World Heavyweight title to Raw. As Rey continued his speech, he was suddenly interrupted by Santino Marella who came out from backstage.

In the ring, Santino questioned why fans like Mysterio, since he wears a mask. Santino insulted Rey saying he must be ugly or stupid to wear the mask. A shot of the latest WWE Magazine cover was shown on the Titantron with Rey on it. Santino said his photo was rejected, and had a pic shown of himself with no shirt holding a rose laying down. Santino told Rey while he's part of Raw he better mind his manners, then said if Rey wants to speak, he can now. Rey took his mic and hit Santino in the face. Santino tried to shove Rey to the ropes, then went at him. Rey used a trip move and sent Santino face first onto the ropes. Mysterio followed up with his signature 619 to KO Santino in the ring.

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Raw returned and showed a replay of highlights of Edge getting beat up by Batista, then defeated by CM Punk. Todd Grisham interviewed Punk backstage about winning the World Championship. Punk said he wants to thank many people, especially Batista for the assist. Punk thanked his sisters and the WWE fans, saying he felt awesome. JBL arrived to interrupt the interview. JBL told Punk he is holding a title that many famous champs have worn. JBL asked Punk if he's proud to have beaten a defenseless man in the ring. JBL challenged Punk to step up and defend the title later tonight, rather than just be a "paper champ". Punk gladly accepted the match for later on.

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John Cena made his way to the ring to the rowdy cheers of fans in attendance. Cena spoke about his loss to Triple H at Night of Champions, saying he takes the loss with pride to one of the best in the business. Cena said the match will go down in history, just like Punk's title win. Cena said he likes Punk for using his brains to get the title. Cena mentioned that Raw still is without a GM and maybe Punk should decide his opponent to defend the title tonight. Cena asked the crowd who'd they rather see Punk go against, JBL or Cena? The crowd cheered for Cena loudest, and Cena told JBL he probably should get in his limo and head back home. Just then, JBL appeared from backstage and came to the ramp with a mic.

JBL told Cena he won't get a title match for later on, and that JBL's declared Marshall Law in WWE tonight. JBL said Cena can't be in the building anymore, and had 6 security officials come to the ramp. JBL said people with money rule, not people with fan support. JBL vowed to become World Heavyweight champion tonight, then had his security head to the ring. All 6 men rushed in, but Cena was ready to fight. Cena began to fight back but all 6 men grabbed him and held him. JBL got into the ring and punched away at Cena, then had his security drag him out of the ring and up the ramp. Cena tried to fight back but was incapacitated as they escorted him out of the arena. JBL shut the exit door and smiled as he headed back to the arena.

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Highlights shown from Night of Champions tag title match with Rhodes/Holly defending against Dibiase and his mystery partner. Dibiase showed up solo, but soon revealed his partner was Cody Rhodes who helped him defeat Hardcore Holly to take the World Tag team titles.

Jared Wayne & Steve Anthony vs. Cody Rhodes & Ted Dibiase

Rhodes and Dibiase dominated the match. With Rhodes in control of his amateur opponent, the man's partner tried to intervene. Dibiase charged into the ring and leveled the other guy. Rhodes delivered a DDT to take the pinfall. After the victory, Rhodes took the mic and explained why he betrayed Holly last night. Rhodes said he got sick of carrying a baby boomer like Holly as his partner, so he needed to be selfish.
Rhodes said he's way too impatient and too good to have to pay dues. Dibiase got on the mic insulting all people under 30 as spoiled and said he and Rhodes are simply priceless.

Winners: Rhodes & Dibiase win via pinfall over amateur opponents.

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Paul Burchill was backstage and assured Katie Lea she will be Women's champion soon. Burchill said he would be right back. Jamie Noble came up and began trying to hit on Katie Lea. Katie Lea dared Noble to go up to the biggest, baddest superstar around to prove his manhood. As Noble turned, Kane was standing there.

Noble began to act tough and tried to warn Kane to stay away from him. Kane grabbed Noble for a chokeslam, but Noble kicked him then took off running. Noble ran all the way down to the ring and tried to hide, but Kane's pyro hit and the ringposts exploded with fire. Kane soon came down the ramp towards the ring. Noble got in the ring and hurled himself out through the ropes, landing on Kane. Kane was quickly back up to retaliate. Kane beat Noble up around the ring before chokeslamming him down on the commentator's table.

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Chris Jericho vs. Kofi Kingston
Intercontinental Title match

Jericho came to the ring with Lance Cade at ringside. Y2J spoke about being cheated out of his title last night by Michaels and Kingston. Jericho told the fans HBK isn't in the building tonight, but Jericho plans to challenge him at the Great American Bash PPV, one on one. Y2J then vowed to take back his IC title tonight. Just then, Kofi Kingston came down to the ring proudly with his IC belt.

Jericho seemed to dominate Kingston towards the end, slapping him around. As Y2J attempted a suplex, Kofi slipped over his back and landed on his feet. Kingston tried to roll up Jericho for the pin, tugging on his tights. Jericho reversed the pin and began pulling on Kofi's shorts. The ref saw it and immediately called for the bell to DQ Jericho. After Kofi's win, Jericho attacked him from behind. Y2J began digging into Kofi's face, raking his eyes. Kingston clutched at his face down on the mat as Jericho left.

Winner: Kofi Kingston wins due to DQ of Chris Jericho to retain the Intercontinental title.

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Raw returned to show the highlights again of Batista beating Edge senseless, then CM Punk cashing in for a World Heavyweight title shot.

Footage was shown of an enraged Edge losing it outside the arena near a white car. Edge attacked both Ryder and Hawkins, slapping each, and blaming them for not being around to stop CM Punk. Edge then told them to get in and drive as they took off.

JBL vs. CM Punk
World Heavyweight title

JBL had his personal security team come out and surround the ring prior to the match start. JBL then went on the immediate attack against the new champ. JBL continued to dominate Punk throughout, as he beat him up outside the ring against the commentator's table.

JBL locked a headlock on Punk inside the ring to wear him down. Punk tried to fight back and bounce off the ropes, but JBL threw a shoulder knocking him down. Punk finally was able to hit JBL with a boot as he charged him in the corner. Punk followed with a running knee to JBL in the other corner, then the bulldog, but couldn't secure a pinfall. As JBL continued with the match against Punk, all of a sudden John Cena appeared on the ramp with Cryme Tyme. Cena and Cryme Tyme charged down the ramp and began to take on the security guards outside the ring. JBL became distracted and started to look out of the ring at the brawl. Punk took the opportunity to grab JBL and hoist him up for a quick GTS to win it!

After the bell, Cena, Cryme Tyme and Punk all continued attacking JBL's personal security guards outside the ring as Raw went off the air.

Winner: CM Punk wins via pinfall over JBL to retain the World Heavyweight title.

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