Raw Recap 10.13.08
Raw Recap 10.13.08
Cameras cut to Michael Cole and Jerry Lawler who began discussing how unnerved Jericho seemed lately. All of a sudden, Y2J came storming down the ramp in a suit with a mic in hand. In the ring, Jericho began to discuss how all of the choices for special guest referee at Cyber Sunday are flawed. The crowd gave the most applause to Stone Cold when Jericho began to discuss him as a bad choice. Jericho began to appeal to Shane and Stephanie in the ring, saying they need to do away with the stipulation. All of a sudden, Shawn Michaels emerged from backstage, staring down at Jericho.
HBK got into the ring with his familiar opponent. Michaels walked up to face Jericho in the ring. Michaels said he'd call the match right down the middle and it's better that Jericho would win for him, so he could challenge him after him. Then Michaels said he wishes he could do that, but if he gets voted in he'd make sure Cyber Sunday was the worst night of Jericho's life. An angry HBK then pounced on Jericho, punching away at him, until Jericho managed to escape and head up the ramp.
An upset Jericho came out from backstage with a mic, and said he's already decided Batista will face Shawn Michaels tonight on Raw.
Raw Rewind showed last week's tag match involving Matt Hardy/Rey Mysterio vs. Kane/Mark Henry. Matt and Rey were able to gain the upperhand, knocking Mark Henry down. Rey Mysterio then managed to get the 619 onto Kane. Despite this, when Rey tried to jump off the top rope at Mark Henry outside the ring, Henry caught him. Mark Henry then tossed Rey against the top rope, causing Matt Hardy to lose balance and fall right into the ring for a Kane chokeslam.
In this re-match from last week's Raw, Matt opened with a barrage of offense against Mark Henry, until Henry was able to slam him hard to the mat. Johnny Knoxville was shown sitting in the front row at Raw. The heels managed to take control and worked to isolate Matt Hardy. Hardy finally escaped to tag in Rey, who went wild against Kane. Rey was able to get Kane down then knock Mark Henry off the apron. Rey used a headscissors in the ring to send Kane to the ropes for a 619. Matt Hardy jumped at Mark Henry outside the ring, but Henry caught him. Rey saw this and jumped off the apron towards Henry to crash down with he and Matt Hardy.
While Matt Hardy continued to beat on Mark Henry heading towards the backstage, Rey climbed to the apron and back onto the turnbuckle. Rey went to jump at Kane, but Kane was quick to boot him in the gut, causing Rey to fall to the mat. Kane scored the winning pinfall for his team.
After winning, Kane began to taunt Mysterio then tried to pick him up for a chokeslam, Rey escaped his grasp from the air, and then kicked Kane, causing him to go to the outside. Kane backed up the ramp smirking as Rey stared back.
Winners: Kane & Mark Henry win via pinfall over Rey Mysterio & Matt Hardy.
Todd Grisham interviewed Batista backstage about having to face Shawn Michaels tonight. Batista said he respects HBK as a competitor, but if he tries to take him out, he's gonna beat him to the punch.
Raw returned with the announcement that "Propane Nightmares" by Pendulum will be the 2008 Cyber Sunday PPV theme song. JBL's white limo pulled up alongside the ramp. The chaffeur opened JBL's back door to let him out and JBL began to berate him for parking at a spot where JBL couldn't get out the door.
JBL immediately tossed Haas to the corner and began to pummel him. JBL beat Haas around from corner to corner, but Haas began to gain energy in Hulk fashion. Haas was able to deliver a big boot to JBL from the ropes, but then missed on the trademark Leg Drop. JBL responded by angrily delivering a Clothesline from Hell off the ropes to level Haas Hogan.
Winner: JBL wins by pinfall over Haas Hogan.
Todd Grisham introduced special guests from Jackass Johnny Knoxville and Chris Conus. Knoxville told Grisham that Khali invited them to the show tonight so they thought they'd show up. Grisham discussed some recent images from Jackassworld.com which showed graffiti about Khali. Knoxville said they had no part in it. Knoxville said he was anxious to see the midgets in action tonight on Raw.
WWE Raw returned to show footage about John Cena's road to recovery and his character. Edge, Triple H, Batista, JBL, Jim Ross, Mickie James, Jeff Hardy and Cena's brother Dan all discussed Cena's personality and intensity towards wrestling. The footage ended with a "Cena Returns" written on it but no official date given.
Randy Orton came out from backstage with a mic in hand. From the ramp, Orton said he finds it funny no superstars had kind words to say about him when he was recovery. Orton said he thanks God he's no John Cena. Orton urged the fans to vote for Shawn Michaels or Austin or don't vote at all, because he doesn't need to get injured any further. Orton proclaimed he will be the World Champ again, and the fans have no say in that.
Batista shown walking backstage intensely, headed on his way out for the next match on Raw.
Shawn Michaels vs. Batista
Since GM Mike Adamle let Jericho select Batista's opponent on Raw tonight, he chose a familiar foe, Shawn Michaels. Before the match could even get underway, Jericho appeared on the Titantron to add that the match would be a Lumberjack match. Mark Henry, Tony Atlas, Snitsky, William Regal, Chavo Guerrero, Bam Neely, Deuce, Mike Knox, Randy Orton, Manu, Cody Rhodes and Ted Dibiase all came down to surround the ring.
In the match, HBK went to the outside several times. At one point Mark Henry squeezed him in a Bear Hug. Batista also was knocked outside when he missed a Spear, and Orton went to Punt kick him in the head. Batista avoided it, then knocked down Tony Atlas and Ted Dibiase. In the ring, Batista gained the upperhand and was about to Batista Bomb HBK. Batista was close to the ropes and he and Michaels ended up both falling over the top rope. All the Lumberjacks pounced on the two men, attacking. Things went back into the ring, where Michaels and Batista managed to fight off the Lumberjacks. HBK staggered on his feet near the corner with Henry behind him. Batista went for a Spear, but Michaels moved away and Henry caught the Spear instead. As Batista's music played he walked over and extended his hand to HBK. Michaels shook Batista's hand to close the match.
Winner: Double DQ/No winner when the Lumberjacks interfered and ref called for the bell.
Michael Cole and Jerry Lawler reminded fans they can vote for who Triple H's opponent(s) will be at Cyber Sunday. The choices for his WWE title defense are Jeff Hardy, Vladimir Kozlov or both men in a Triple Threat contest.
Women's Champ Beth Phoenix and Intercontinental Champ Santino Marella came to the ring. Cole and Lawler reminded fans to vote for Santino's opponent at Cyber Sunday. Choices are Roddy Piper, Goldust and Honky Tonk Man. In the ring, Santino presented the Honk-A-Meter again. Santino said Honky Tonky Man was champion for 64 weeks, and Santino has had the belt for 9 weeks. Santino said in just a year's time he'll be weeks away from Honky Tonk Man's record. Santino discussed his 3 possible opponents at Cyber Sunday, then turned his attention to Johnny Knoxville. Santino asked him to get into the ring to answer a question.
Santino confronted Knoxville about making fun of Great Khali on his website. Knoxville tried to defend himself and ended up calling Santino and Beth "dudes". Beth took exception and slapped Knoxville in the face, then did a running slam on him. As Beth and Santino left the ring, Hornswoggle appeared from under the ring to quickly climb the corner turnbuckle and Tadpole Splash the fallen Knoxville.
Knoxville's Jackass pal, Chris came to the ring to check on him. All of a sudden, Big Dick Johnson came strutting down the ramp and got in the ring. He and Chris performed a dance routine in G-Strings to the crowd's amusement. All of a sudden, the arena went dark, and Boogeyman's music came on. The Boogeyman came into the ring as Big Dick Johnson took off up the ramp. Boogeyman clotheslined Chris down, then grabbed a fistful of worms out of his sack to drool into Chris' mouth. After the melee had cleared, Knoxville asked for a mic from ringside.
Knoxville said his Raw experience wasn't that bad because he's had worse happen that fans can go check out at Jackassworld.com. Great Khali's music came on all of a sudden, and he and Singh came down to the ring. Knoxville and Khali began to chuckle together, with Knoxville insulting Khali's size. Khali put the Vice Grip on Knoxville's head, then picked up Knoxville for a two handed slam to the mat. Knoxville was layed out amongst the remaining worms from Boogeyman's earlier incident.
Kelly Kelly and Cryme Tyme were shown backstage on their way out for a six man tag match. JTG grabbed an Anaheim Mighty Ducks Hockey mask and wore it down to the ring.
In the match, Kelly hit an impressive array of moves including a flip from off the top rope to clothesline Jillian down. Jillian eventually crawled away to tag in Miz, so Kelly was forced to tag in JTG. Miz was able to gain the upperhand and slingshot JTG into the rope where Morrison made the tag. punched JTG in the face, then leapt onto him for an elbow drop. Despite the heels trying to wear down JTG, all six superstars got into the ring at once to brawl. Kelly and Jillian rolled out of the ring fighting. Big Shad was the legal man as he, JTG, Miz and Morrison continued fighting. JTG grabbed an Anaheim Ducks hockey goalie mask and hit Morrison in the back of the head while the ref was turned away. Shad delivered a finishing move and won the match for his team.
Winners: Cryme Tyme & Kelly Kelly win via pinfall over Jillian, The Miz & John Morrison.
Raw returned with Jerry Lawler announcing that a Big Show vs. Undertaker match will be revealed on Friday's Smackdown, with implications voted on by the fans. Footage was shown of Big Show delivering a knockout punch to the back of Undertaker's head at No Mercy. Michael Cole discussed Undertaker interfering in Big Show's WWE title match on this past Friday's Smackdown. Cole & Lawler ran down the list of Cyber Sunday matches, giving fans the options they can vote for.
Before the match could start, Batista came on the Titantron saying there would be a Special Guest ref, then revealed he was wearing the ref's uniform. Batista arrived to the ring in a ref's uniform that was split down the back. As the bell rang, Jericho got in Batista's face and Punk clipped Y2J, then went for a quick pin. At one point, Jericho tried to walk away from the ring and up the ramp. Batista went to the outside, grabbed Jericho and threw him back into the ring.
The match continued to a point where Punk put Y2J up for a Go To Sleep. Jericho escaped it and hit the Code Breaker on Punk. As Y2J tried for a pin, Batista started the coutn then pretended he had something in his eye. Jericho got up and got in Batista's face, then received a Batista Bomb. With Jericho down on the mat, Punk was able to take advantage and grab the winning pinfall.
Winner: CM Punk wins via pinfall over Chris Jericho.
Raw Recap from Anaheim,CA:
Raw opened with Jericho confronting GM Mike Adamle in his office. Jericho was upset that Adamle showed up at the end of Raw and meddled in the match Y2J put Batista in. Jericho also said Adamle was out of line adding the special guest referee stipulation to his Cyber Sunday match. Adamle told Jericho that tonight he and Batista would be choosing each other's opponents for Raw. An upset Jericho said he was going to call Shane and Stephanie McMahon, but Adamle said they turn their phones off during Raw. Jericho walked out of the office down the hall and asked Mickie James and Candice Michelle who they were texting on their phones.Cameras cut to Michael Cole and Jerry Lawler who began discussing how unnerved Jericho seemed lately. All of a sudden, Y2J came storming down the ramp in a suit with a mic in hand. In the ring, Jericho began to discuss how all of the choices for special guest referee at Cyber Sunday are flawed. The crowd gave the most applause to Stone Cold when Jericho began to discuss him as a bad choice. Jericho began to appeal to Shane and Stephanie in the ring, saying they need to do away with the stipulation. All of a sudden, Shawn Michaels emerged from backstage, staring down at Jericho.
HBK got into the ring with his familiar opponent. Michaels walked up to face Jericho in the ring. Michaels said he'd call the match right down the middle and it's better that Jericho would win for him, so he could challenge him after him. Then Michaels said he wishes he could do that, but if he gets voted in he'd make sure Cyber Sunday was the worst night of Jericho's life. An angry HBK then pounced on Jericho, punching away at him, until Jericho managed to escape and head up the ramp.
An upset Jericho came out from backstage with a mic, and said he's already decided Batista will face Shawn Michaels tonight on Raw.
Raw Rewind showed last week's tag match involving Matt Hardy/Rey Mysterio vs. Kane/Mark Henry. Matt and Rey were able to gain the upperhand, knocking Mark Henry down. Rey Mysterio then managed to get the 619 onto Kane. Despite this, when Rey tried to jump off the top rope at Mark Henry outside the ring, Henry caught him. Mark Henry then tossed Rey against the top rope, causing Matt Hardy to lose balance and fall right into the ring for a Kane chokeslam.
Rey Mysterio & Matt Hardy vs. Kane & Mark Henry
Michael Cole announced a new Cyber Sunday match, with Rey Mysterio vs. Kane. The fans can vote on the match type: Falls Count Anywhere, No Holds Barred or 2 out of 3 Falls match.In this re-match from last week's Raw, Matt opened with a barrage of offense against Mark Henry, until Henry was able to slam him hard to the mat. Johnny Knoxville was shown sitting in the front row at Raw. The heels managed to take control and worked to isolate Matt Hardy. Hardy finally escaped to tag in Rey, who went wild against Kane. Rey was able to get Kane down then knock Mark Henry off the apron. Rey used a headscissors in the ring to send Kane to the ropes for a 619. Matt Hardy jumped at Mark Henry outside the ring, but Henry caught him. Rey saw this and jumped off the apron towards Henry to crash down with he and Matt Hardy.
While Matt Hardy continued to beat on Mark Henry heading towards the backstage, Rey climbed to the apron and back onto the turnbuckle. Rey went to jump at Kane, but Kane was quick to boot him in the gut, causing Rey to fall to the mat. Kane scored the winning pinfall for his team.
After winning, Kane began to taunt Mysterio then tried to pick him up for a chokeslam, Rey escaped his grasp from the air, and then kicked Kane, causing him to go to the outside. Kane backed up the ramp smirking as Rey stared back.
Winners: Kane & Mark Henry win via pinfall over Rey Mysterio & Matt Hardy.
Todd Grisham interviewed Batista backstage about having to face Shawn Michaels tonight. Batista said he respects HBK as a competitor, but if he tries to take him out, he's gonna beat him to the punch.
Raw returned with the announcement that "Propane Nightmares" by Pendulum will be the 2008 Cyber Sunday PPV theme song. JBL's white limo pulled up alongside the ramp. The chaffeur opened JBL's back door to let him out and JBL began to berate him for parking at a spot where JBL couldn't get out the door.
Haas Hogan vs. JBL
JBL took the mic from Lillian in the ring and began to discuss the US economy and how sad people are acting about it. JBL discussed how the Congress bailout plan will make sure he keeps all of his money. JBL said the rich must be taken care of at all extremes. All of a sudden, Hulk Hogan's theme music came on to interrupt. A Hogan impersonator came to the ring in full attire, and Lillian announced him as "Haas Hogan".JBL immediately tossed Haas to the corner and began to pummel him. JBL beat Haas around from corner to corner, but Haas began to gain energy in Hulk fashion. Haas was able to deliver a big boot to JBL from the ropes, but then missed on the trademark Leg Drop. JBL responded by angrily delivering a Clothesline from Hell off the ropes to level Haas Hogan.
Winner: JBL wins by pinfall over Haas Hogan.
Todd Grisham introduced special guests from Jackass Johnny Knoxville and Chris Conus. Knoxville told Grisham that Khali invited them to the show tonight so they thought they'd show up. Grisham discussed some recent images from Jackassworld.com which showed graffiti about Khali. Knoxville said they had no part in it. Knoxville said he was anxious to see the midgets in action tonight on Raw.
WWE Raw returned to show footage about John Cena's road to recovery and his character. Edge, Triple H, Batista, JBL, Jim Ross, Mickie James, Jeff Hardy and Cena's brother Dan all discussed Cena's personality and intensity towards wrestling. The footage ended with a "Cena Returns" written on it but no official date given.
Randy Orton came out from backstage with a mic in hand. From the ramp, Orton said he finds it funny no superstars had kind words to say about him when he was recovery. Orton said he thanks God he's no John Cena. Orton urged the fans to vote for Shawn Michaels or Austin or don't vote at all, because he doesn't need to get injured any further. Orton proclaimed he will be the World Champ again, and the fans have no say in that.
Batista shown walking backstage intensely, headed on his way out for the next match on Raw.
Shawn Michaels vs. Batista
Lumberjack Match
Since GM Mike Adamle let Jericho select Batista's opponent on Raw tonight, he chose a familiar foe, Shawn Michaels. Before the match could even get underway, Jericho appeared on the Titantron to add that the match would be a Lumberjack match. Mark Henry, Tony Atlas, Snitsky, William Regal, Chavo Guerrero, Bam Neely, Deuce, Mike Knox, Randy Orton, Manu, Cody Rhodes and Ted Dibiase all came down to surround the ring.In the match, HBK went to the outside several times. At one point Mark Henry squeezed him in a Bear Hug. Batista also was knocked outside when he missed a Spear, and Orton went to Punt kick him in the head. Batista avoided it, then knocked down Tony Atlas and Ted Dibiase. In the ring, Batista gained the upperhand and was about to Batista Bomb HBK. Batista was close to the ropes and he and Michaels ended up both falling over the top rope. All the Lumberjacks pounced on the two men, attacking. Things went back into the ring, where Michaels and Batista managed to fight off the Lumberjacks. HBK staggered on his feet near the corner with Henry behind him. Batista went for a Spear, but Michaels moved away and Henry caught the Spear instead. As Batista's music played he walked over and extended his hand to HBK. Michaels shook Batista's hand to close the match.
Winner: Double DQ/No winner when the Lumberjacks interfered and ref called for the bell.
Michael Cole and Jerry Lawler reminded fans they can vote for who Triple H's opponent(s) will be at Cyber Sunday. The choices for his WWE title defense are Jeff Hardy, Vladimir Kozlov or both men in a Triple Threat contest.
Women's Champ Beth Phoenix and Intercontinental Champ Santino Marella came to the ring. Cole and Lawler reminded fans to vote for Santino's opponent at Cyber Sunday. Choices are Roddy Piper, Goldust and Honky Tonk Man. In the ring, Santino presented the Honk-A-Meter again. Santino said Honky Tonky Man was champion for 64 weeks, and Santino has had the belt for 9 weeks. Santino said in just a year's time he'll be weeks away from Honky Tonk Man's record. Santino discussed his 3 possible opponents at Cyber Sunday, then turned his attention to Johnny Knoxville. Santino asked him to get into the ring to answer a question.
Santino confronted Knoxville about making fun of Great Khali on his website. Knoxville tried to defend himself and ended up calling Santino and Beth "dudes". Beth took exception and slapped Knoxville in the face, then did a running slam on him. As Beth and Santino left the ring, Hornswoggle appeared from under the ring to quickly climb the corner turnbuckle and Tadpole Splash the fallen Knoxville.
Knoxville's Jackass pal, Chris came to the ring to check on him. All of a sudden, Big Dick Johnson came strutting down the ramp and got in the ring. He and Chris performed a dance routine in G-Strings to the crowd's amusement. All of a sudden, the arena went dark, and Boogeyman's music came on. The Boogeyman came into the ring as Big Dick Johnson took off up the ramp. Boogeyman clotheslined Chris down, then grabbed a fistful of worms out of his sack to drool into Chris' mouth. After the melee had cleared, Knoxville asked for a mic from ringside.
Knoxville said his Raw experience wasn't that bad because he's had worse happen that fans can go check out at Jackassworld.com. Great Khali's music came on all of a sudden, and he and Singh came down to the ring. Knoxville and Khali began to chuckle together, with Knoxville insulting Khali's size. Khali put the Vice Grip on Knoxville's head, then picked up Knoxville for a two handed slam to the mat. Knoxville was layed out amongst the remaining worms from Boogeyman's earlier incident.
Kelly Kelly and Cryme Tyme were shown backstage on their way out for a six man tag match. JTG grabbed an Anaheim Mighty Ducks Hockey mask and wore it down to the ring.
Cryme Tyme & Kelly Kelly vs. The Miz, John Morrison & Jillian Hall
Highlights were shown from last Monday's Raw where Cryme Tyme and Miz & Morrison trash talked each other at the commentary table. In the ring, Morrison and Miz along with Jillian performed a rap song to show Cryme Tyme how "gangsta" they are. Miz and Morrison rapped with Jillian added in her bad singing until finally Cryme Tyme came out from backstage with Kelly to interrupt her.In the match, Kelly hit an impressive array of moves including a flip from off the top rope to clothesline Jillian down. Jillian eventually crawled away to tag in Miz, so Kelly was forced to tag in JTG. Miz was able to gain the upperhand and slingshot JTG into the rope where Morrison made the tag. punched JTG in the face, then leapt onto him for an elbow drop. Despite the heels trying to wear down JTG, all six superstars got into the ring at once to brawl. Kelly and Jillian rolled out of the ring fighting. Big Shad was the legal man as he, JTG, Miz and Morrison continued fighting. JTG grabbed an Anaheim Ducks hockey goalie mask and hit Morrison in the back of the head while the ref was turned away. Shad delivered a finishing move and won the match for his team.
Winners: Cryme Tyme & Kelly Kelly win via pinfall over Jillian, The Miz & John Morrison.
Raw returned with Jerry Lawler announcing that a Big Show vs. Undertaker match will be revealed on Friday's Smackdown, with implications voted on by the fans. Footage was shown of Big Show delivering a knockout punch to the back of Undertaker's head at No Mercy. Michael Cole discussed Undertaker interfering in Big Show's WWE title match on this past Friday's Smackdown. Cole & Lawler ran down the list of Cyber Sunday matches, giving fans the options they can vote for.
Batista's Choice vs. Chris Jericho
In the main event, Batista chose the opponent for Chris Jericho per GM Mike Adamle's orders. Jericho arrived to the ring wearing his title belt. CM Punk was the chosen one for this match, the man who lost his World Heavyweight title to Jericho, but never officially got to defend it or lose it due to injury.Before the match could start, Batista came on the Titantron saying there would be a Special Guest ref, then revealed he was wearing the ref's uniform. Batista arrived to the ring in a ref's uniform that was split down the back. As the bell rang, Jericho got in Batista's face and Punk clipped Y2J, then went for a quick pin. At one point, Jericho tried to walk away from the ring and up the ramp. Batista went to the outside, grabbed Jericho and threw him back into the ring.
The match continued to a point where Punk put Y2J up for a Go To Sleep. Jericho escaped it and hit the Code Breaker on Punk. As Y2J tried for a pin, Batista started the coutn then pretended he had something in his eye. Jericho got up and got in Batista's face, then received a Batista Bomb. With Jericho down on the mat, Punk was able to take advantage and grab the winning pinfall.
Winner: CM Punk wins via pinfall over Chris Jericho.
Labels: Batista, Beth Phoenix, Chris Jericho, Cryme Tyme, JBL, John Morrison, Kelly Kelly, Mike Adamle, RAW Recap, Santino Marella, Shawn Michaels, The Miz, WWE Recap, WWE Recaps
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