Behind Enemy Lines: Colombia DVD Info

If you've seen an episode of Raw, ECW or Smackdown lately, you've most likely seen the advertisements for the upcoming movie "Behind Enemy Lines: Colombia" starring Ken "Mr. Kennedy" Anderson. This will be Mr. Kennedy's debut role in a straight to DVD produced by WWE Studios. In the movie Ken Anderson plays a Navy seal named Chief Carter Holt. The plot centers around a group of Navy Seals (including Mr. Kennedy) invading Colombia in order to clear their names and rescue a hostage from enemy territory. The film also stars Joe Manganiello who has been in Spider-Man and has had recurring TV roles on the shows One Tree Hill, Til' Death and ER. A newer actress, Jennice Fuentes, plays the lead female role of Nicole Jenkins.

Plot synopsis from WWE:

Colombia is in chaos, caught in a bitter war between its government and insurgent guerillas. While on a secret mission to observe a meeting between the two factions, the SEALs suddenly find themselves framed for the murder of leaders from both sides. Now, abandoned by their own government, the group must survive long enough to prove their innocence and prevent the brutal war from spilling over the border.

Directed by Tim Matheson, this will be the third film so far in the Behind Enemy Lines series. It had an original working title of "Behind Enemy Lines 3: Ghost Watch". Colombia will be the followup to "Behind Enemy Lines II: Axis of Evil" and the original "Behind Enemy Lines". Most of the movie was filmed in Puerto Rico, and it is rated R due to violence. It should be interesting to see if comparisons are made between Mr. Kennedy's first film and John Cena's "The Marine".

Behind Enemy Lines: Colombia is set for a January 6, 2009 release date directly to DVD.

Extras for the DVD will include commentary with stars Tim Matheson, Joe Manganiello and Mr. Kennedy and six other featurettes which are 'The Big Guns: Military Action On Film', 'Colombia Norte: On Location In Puerto Rico', 'The Rocket's Red Glare: Explosions Explained', 'The Art Of The Fall: Stunt Secrets', 'Comedy In Colombia: Bloopers & Other Relief' and 'Stars With Stripes: Casting Joe & Mr. Kennedy Featurette'.

Pre-order your copy of Behind Enemy Lines: Colombia at Amazon.com!

Watch the trailer for Behind Enemy Lines: Colombia

WWE Raw Recap 12.03.07

Raw recap from Charleston, SC:

Raw started off with highlights of Y2J's return to WWE including his posing the question to Randy Orton for a title match. Also shown were highlights of Flair's return to WWE Raw including his match last week against Randy Orton. Y2J interfered in the match and Flair gained the win due to his distraction.

Y2J started off the show by arriving down to the ring and speaking to the crowd. Jericho said since Orton wouldn't answer his challenge for a title match he had to take matters into his own hands and force Orton to answer. Footage was shown on the Titantron of Orton in the ring after his match with Flair last week. Orton agreed to give Jericho a title match at Armageddon due to the fact he interfered in his match. As Jericho continued to speak all of a sudden, Randy Orton came down to the ring, title belt on his shoulder.

Orton and Jericho got into each other's faces in the ring and as they prepared to battle, William Regal came to the top of the ramp to intervene. Regal said he didn't want the Armageddon match to happen early so tonight Y2J and Orton will choose each other's opponents. Orton told Y2J he can face the Samoan Bulldozer Umaga tonight. Jericho chose Shawn Michaels to face Orton tonight.

Maria and Mickie James shown walking backstage on the way out for their match.

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Mickie James & Maria vs. Melina & Beth Phoenix

Maria started off with Melina and Maria was able to jump off the ropes onto her. Melina reversed things down on the mat and began to punch Maria. Beth tagged in and went to beat up Maria, but Maria was able to escape and tag in Mickie. Mickie tried to go to the corner ropes but Beth pulled her off to the mat. Beth ran over and knocked Maria off the apron then went back to punish Mickie. Beth put Mickie on her shoulder then slammed her down followed by a fishermen's suplex. Beth captures a quick pinfall over Mickie James for the win.

Winner: Beth Phoenix & Melina win via pinfall over Maria & Mickie James.

Todd Grisham interviewed Shawn Michaels backstage about his match later tonight against Randy Orton. Michaels said he'll go up against Orton yet again and this time Sweet Chin Music is legal. Michaels said he's knocked Orton's head off many times in the past. Just then, Mr. Kennedy showed up on a TV behind Michaels. Kennedy told HBK he needs to start thinking about their Armageddon match. Kennedy said next up HBK can watch a blast from the past that just might break his heart.

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Advertisement shown for Armageddon with the Jericho vs. Orton title match highlighted.

Mr. Kennedy arrived to the ring and grabbed the mic to tell Shawn Michaels to pay attention to the next matches. Kennedy said he invited 3 of HBK's friends to come out to the ring so they could discuss HBK. Kennedy called out Marty Jannety first saying Michaels refused to share the spotlight with him. Out came another guy posing as Jannety. Next up Kennedy introduced "Razor Ramon" and another fake came to the ring dressed as Razor. Lastly Kennedy introduced "Diesel" and yet another fake came down to the ring.

Kennedy then invited Shawn Michaels to the ring and a fake dressed up as HBK came to the ring carrying a sparkler in his hand. Kennedy asked each man to give one word to describe Michaels and they called him "egotistical", "chump" and "traitor". Kennedy then told the fake HBK he was a "loser". Just then, HBK came down to the ring and Kennedy rolled out. Michaels kicked and knocked down the 3 impostors and faced his impersonator in the ring. The man quickly rolled out of the ring and HBK stared down Kennedy who was standing outside the ring.

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An advertisement was shown for next week's 3 hour Raw to commemorate 15 years of RAW.

Vince McMahon shown in an office backstage with Coach. Vince finished a cell phone call and said Hulk Hogan will be at next week's Raw and Coach said Trish Stratus will also be there. They also discussed Eric Bischoff, Stone Cold and Mick Foley being there. Just then Hornswoggle showed up standing at Vince's leg. Vince say Hornswoggle down and told Coach to leave. Vince told his son next week in the ring they will have a McMahon family portrait done in the ring including Stephanie, Shane, Linda and Hornswoggle. Vince called Coach back in and told Hornswoggle he will be facing Coach and Carlito in a match tonight with Finlay not present. Coach said "good luck kid" before leaving the office. Hornswoggle found a cell phone as Vince and Coach left.

Jim Ross and Jerry Lawler discussed how last week Jeff Hardy and Triple H were announced as opponents for Armageddon. Triple H shown in a back locker room and Regal entered. HHH asked Regal what was behind him setting up the match with Jeff Hardy. Regal told HHH his whole career is based on beating people he despises. Regal said HHH doesn't hate Jeff Hardy. HHH told Regal he'd Pedigree his own grandmother or even father in law. Regal also mentioned the winner of this match will receive a title match at the Royal Rumble.

Umaga shown angrily walking backstage on his way out to the ring.

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Highlights of Jericho's match against Santino Marella last week. Jericho finished off Marella with double knees to the face to capture the pinfall win.

Chris Jericho vs. Umaga

Jericho got Umaga down to the mat in a hold and began to elbow him in the head. Umaga was able to flip Jericho up and then tossed him over the ropes to the crowd barrier. As Jericho climbed back in Umaga knocked him to the mat then splashed him. Umaga continued to hammer away at Jericho while he was down then applied a vice grip to Jericho's shoulder. Jericho struggled to get out of the hold and got to his feet. Jericho managed to catch Umaga off guard and knock him to the corner. Y2J then ran at Umaga but got a foot to his face. Umaga started to beat up Jericho from corner to corner of the ring.

Umaga left Jericho seated in one corner and ran at him for the hip splash. Jericho moved away and then jumped off the ropes to hit a stunned Umaga. Both men were down on the mat as the ref counted. Jericho and Umaga both got to their feet and started to go at it. Jericho ducked Umaga's punch attempt then ran off the ropes to bulldog him. With Umaga down on the mat, Y2J did a springboard flip off the ropes onto Umaga. Umaga escaped a pin attempt and tried to run at Jericho in the corner. Jericho avoided it and was able to do the double knees to Umaga's face.

Just as Jericho was preparing for a pin, Randy Orton came down to the ring and kicked Jericho in the stomach. Orton followed it up with a RKO and stared down at a fallen Jericho.

Winner: Chris Jericho wins due to disqualification when Randy Orton interfered.

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Jim Ross and Lawler discussed next weeks big 3 hour show saying that Vince McMahon will select the top superstar in Raw history.

Hornswoggle vs. Carlito & Coach

Carlito and Coach got on their knees in the ring to mock Hornswoggle's height as he came to the ring. Hornswoggle went over to Lillian and whispered into her ear. Lillian then said for the match Hornswoggle hired protection. The APA came down the ramp and Simmons and JBL went into the ring at Coach and Carlito. Carlito was quickly tossed from the ring and APA turned their attention to Coach. With Coach down on the mat Hornswoggle went out to the apron. JBL clotheslined Coach down hard with the Clothesline from Hell off the ropes. Hornswoggle climbed the corner ropes and then APA helped toss him off onto Coach for the splash.

Hornswoggle exited the ring up the ramp and JBL took the mic. JBL said the APA is available for help but only if you have enough money to pay for it. JBL said people can see him nightly with Neil Cavuto at 6PM and Friday night on Smackdown. Ron Simmons tried to speak into the mic several times but JBL kept pulling it away to talk. Simmons finally snatched the mic from his hand. Simmons looked at JBL for a moment then yelled "DAMN!" in his face.

Winner: Hornswoggle wins via pinfall over Coach and Carlito.

Backstage Todd Grisham talked to Snitsky about his Intercontinental title match against Jeff Hardy tonight. Snitsky said pain is his pleasure and it will be his pleasure to leave the ring as new IC champ tonight.

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WWE Rewind shown with Triple H and Jeff Hardy facing Umaga and Snitsky last week on Raw. Hardy captured the win with a Swanton Bomb after HHH Pedigreed Umaga.

Snitsky vs. Jeff Hardy
IC Title Match

Snitsky and Hardy grappled with Snitsky pushing Jeff to the ropes. Jeff slid under Snitsky and was then whipped to the corner. Snitsky ran at him and Jeff jumped up. Snitsky was able to catch Jeff up on his shoulder then ran to the other corner to ram Jeff into it. Snitsky began to beat up Jeff around the ring and started to choke him with a boot to the neck in the corner. Snitsky put a submission type hold on Jeff in the center of the ring to wear him down. Jeff was able to knee Snitsky in his leg and ran off the ropes at him. Snitsky with a side slam and Jeff barely escaped a pin.

Snitsky continued to treat Jeff like a ragdoll knocking him around the ring. Snitsky landed a vertical suplex on Jeff but then missed on a leg drop off the ropes. Jeff mounted an offense flying at Snitsky off the ropes with a low dropkick. Jeff got the Whisper in the Wind knocking Snitsky back. Jeff's pin failed so he went for Twist of Fate. Snitsky shoved Jeff to the corner then ran at him with his boot but Jeff moved. Jeff was able to climb the top rope and did a Swanton Bomb on Snitsky to pickup a pinfall victory.

After the win Snitsky knocked Jeff down from behind. Snitsky grabbed a steel chair from ringside and came in to further punish Jeff. Just then, HHH's music hit and the Game came walking down the ramp with a sledgehammer in hand. Snitsky looked ready to go at him with the chair, then rolled out as HHH entered. HHH helped Jeff to his feet and grabbed him by the hand. HHH looked Jeff in the eyes squarely and said something to him before exiting up the ramp.

Winner: Jeff Hardy retains the IC title via pinfall over Snitsky.

JR and Lawler reviewed earlier highlights of Jericho vs Umaga with Randy Orton coming down to interfere in the match.

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Smackdown Rebound highlighted Edge's interference in the Undertaker vs. Batista "Hell in a Cell" match at Survivor Series as well as the relationship between Vickie and Edge. Also show was the title match between Edge and Batista on Smackdown. Batista had the upperhand and prepared to spear Edge down but just then the lights went out. Undertaker appeared in the ring with his hand on Edge's throat. Batista ran and speared Edge down, so Undertaker chokeslammed Batista to the mat. Then Teddy Long came out from backstage and announced that all 3 men will meet at Armageddon.

Jim Ross and Jerry Lawler discussed the matches for Armageddon including Kennedy vs. HBK, HHH vs. Jeff Hardy, and Finlay vs. Hornswoggle.

Backstage in an office Jillian Hall was singing Christmas carols to Vince McMahon. Jillian exited as Regal showed up to inform Vince that Stephanie was on her way to the arena.

Shawn Michaels vs. Randy Orton

Michaels started with chest chops on Orton, and Orton quickly ran out of the ring to recover. Michaels went out to chase him and Orton rolled back in. As HBK rolled in Orton took advantage and hammered down on him. Orton whipped Michaels to the rope and put his head down and Michaels landed a neckbreaker. Michaels dropped Orton to the mat for a headlock. HBK held the hold tightly on Orton, but Randy got to his feet. Orton was able to come off the ropes and hit an elbow on Michaels knocking him to the mat.

Orton then began to stomp down on Michaels on the mat. Orton went to suplex HBK but he countered and flipped over Orton's back. Orton tried for a RKO but Michaels pushed him to the ropes. Orton came off and tried to roll up HBK in a pin. Michaels escaped and grabbed Orton's ankle for an ankle lock. Orton was able to crawl on the mat and eventually used his leg to flip HBK off to the mat. Orton went for a pin, but HBK escaped to apply yet another ankle lock. Orton was able to crawl to the bottom rope and the ref broke the hold. Orton rolled out to the outside floor as Raw hit commercial break.

Raw returned with Michaels chest chopping Orton in the ring. Michaels got behind Orton and put a hold on, but Orton escaped. Orton went back to the ropes and HBK clotheslined him out to the floor. With Orton down near the time keeper at ringside, HBK went for a Superkick. Orton moved away and Michaels kicked the timekeeper in the face. The man went down to the floor unconscious. Michaels checked on him then went back into the ring to face Orton. Orton was able to grab Michaels as he tried to enter the ring and DDT'd him off the middle rope. Orton began to stomp on HBK down on the mat. Orton put Michaels in a headlock down on the mat. Michaels got to his feet and started to chop Orton. Orton was able to whip him to the ropes and HBK flew off with a clothesline. Michaels went for a backslide pin but failed.

Michaels slammed Orton to the mat and then did a flying elbow off the top ropes. HBK set up the Sweet Chin Music. As HBK prepared he spotted Kennedy outside the ring. HBK flew over the top rope on top of Kennedy. The two men began to brawl and HBK was counted out. HBK and Kennedy continued to fight as they went into the crowd. Orton grabbed a mic to announce himself as winner and WWE champ. Just then Chris Jericho came running down the ramp and into the ring to attack. Jericho jumped on Orton and started beating him up. Back on their feet, Orton went for an RKO but Jericho reversed it to put Orton into the Liontamer. Orton grabbed the bottom rope and managed to escape to retreat up the ramp.

Winner: Randy Orton wins due to countout of Shawn Michaels.

Backstage Vince was shown in his office with Stephanie. Stephanie said she was there to talk to him out of concern because he invited a lot of people to the show who despise him next week. Stephanie said Vince should consider not being there next week and Vince said everyone can go straight to hell.

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WWE Raw Recap 10.08.07

Raw recap from Grand Rapids, MI:

Raw opened with Chairman Vince McMahon strutting down the ramp to the ring. Vince McMahon told the crowd he made good on his word as a new WWE champ has been named and there were 3 WWE title matches last night. Vince then had them cut to the footage of last night's No Mercy matches involving Triple H. First Triple H beat Randy Orton for the WWE title, then later he successfully defended against Umaga. Vince then put Triple H in a Last Man Standing match between Orton and HHH. Orton ended up winning the WWE title back to close the event.

Vince then said history would be made tonight on Raw and asked every superstar on the roster to come out and shake the hand of the new WWE champion. Vince said Orton's first title defense is at the next Pay Per View, Cyber Sunday where fans will make the match decisions via the internet. Just then, HHH's music came on and The Game came down to the ring looking angry.

Triple H said just like Orton did last night he is invoking his rematch clause tonight. Vince said he didn't think this was in HHH's best interest but then announced a match. Triple H will face Randy Orton and his tag-team partner tonight, Umaga in a handicap match.

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Jim Ross discussed last night's No Mercy event and said WWE.com has all the latest.

Beth Phoenix, Melina & Jillian Hall vs. Candice Michelle, Mickie James & Maria

A six diva tag match featuring the new Women's champ, Beth Phoenix. Melina attacked Maria early to start the match off, but Maria escaped to tag in Mickie. Micke used a baseball slide dropkick on Melina then tried to climb the corner to punch her. Beth Phoenix came over on the apron and yanked Mickie down. With Mickie stuck in the ropes Melina began to kick and attack her. Phoenix came in to continue the assault.

Beth tagged in to stretch Mickie out down on the mat, then Melina returned to beat Mickie up even more. Mickie eventually escaped a double team by Jillian and Melina and was able to tag Candice in. Candice started attacking Jillian, dropping her down to the mat . Candice tried a bridge pin but Phoenix came in to attack her. With Jillian and Candice alone in the ring, Jillian whipped Candice to the corner. Jillian went for a springboard move at Candice, but Candice got on her shoulders and then took her down for a quick pin!

Winners: Candice Michelle, Mickie James and Maria win via pinfall over Beth Phoenix, Melina and Jillian Hall

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Footage shown of the hottest selling action DVD, Stone Cold Steve Austin's The Condemned (Widescreen Edition).

William Regal and Coach shown talking in an office backstage. Coach noted that Regal has redecorated the office. Coach discussed getting attacked by Cena and how now Coach has to walk using a cane. Coach remarked about the pics Regal had in his office of various British "queens". Vince McMahon entered the office and discussed the welfare of his son Hornswoggle. Regal said he's taking a nap right now but everything is fine. Regal then yelled at Coach as his assistant to look after Hornswoggle. Regal told Coach to go check on Hornswoggle in the closet, and Coach came back saying he was nowhere to be fine. Regal ordered Coach to go find him.

Jim Ross discussed the Cyber Sunday PPV which will be October 28 in Washington DC. A promo commercial was shown of various past matches that fans voted to happen at the event. Included in the footage were a cage match between Ric Flair and Randy Orton and a divas lingerie match.

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Ad shown for Friday's Smackdown where Undertaker and Kane will team up to go against Matt Hardy and MVP.

Footage shown from last week where Val Venis interrupted Santino's movie critic show in the ring. Venis insulted Marella in front of Maria, prompting Marella to attack him, setting this match up.

Marella rolled under the bottom rope before the match even started. Marella asked for the mic and hugged Lillian, introducing her to the crowd. Marella then groped Lillian and told Venis he can't fight him tonight, but has another opponent for him. Snitsky's music came on as he came down to the ring.

Snitsky vs. Val Venis

The two grappled with Snitsky taking control from the start. Snitskiy began attacking Venis' knee which Santino hurt last week. Snitsky tossed Venis to the corner for some abuse, then slammed him down center of the ring. After an elbow drop, Snitsky picked up Venis who began to fight back. Snitsky delivered a solid boot to Venis in the face knocking him down. Snitsky applied a hold on Venis then tossed him to the mat hard. A slam from the shoulders was used to finish off Venis in a relatively quick match.

Winner: Snitsky wins via pinfall over Val Venis.

Jim Ross said Evander Holyfield will be looking to make this Saturday night on pay Per View. Footage was shown of Holyfield's involvement in the Saturday Night's main event match, boxing with Matt Hardy. Holyfield was MVP's representative to fight Hardy, but ended up clocking MVP at the end of the match, leaving him face down on the mat. Holyfield will face Ibragimov as he looks to become Heavyweight boxing champ.

Footage shown from last week's Raw, the unfortunate injury to John Cena. Jim Ross said there will be a live interview with Cena, next.

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Cryptic commercial with various numbers and music shown again. No word given by JR and Lawler on the ad's meaning, which many speculate is a promo for Chris Jericho.

John Cena was shown on the Titantron in a sling live from Tampa, Florida. Cena said he is 5 or 6 days off the surgery table and it will probably take 7 to 12 months to get back. Cena said his #1 focus now is getting better and back to the ring. Jerry Lawler asked Cena about Orton saying it was good Cena got hurt to avoid the Last Man Standing Match. Cena said Orton shouldn't just worry about Cena or HHH, but tonight Orton has to face all of the other Raw superstars. JR and Lawler wished Cena well on his recovery.

Randy Orton came down the ramp to the ring with the WWE belt on his shoulder then hoisted it up for the fans to see as Raw went to commercial break.

Triple H vs. Umaga and Randy Orton

Umaga and Orton stared out from the ring ready for HHH as he came down the ramp.

Triple H went at Umaga early then at Orton as he attacked from behind. Orton went for a quick RKO but HHH shoved him into Umaga, knocking Umaga out of the ring. HHH tried for a pin but Umaga got up to pull him out of the ring. Outside the ring, Umaga began to pummel HHH, attacking him viciously and tossing him back in. Orton began to attack HHH inside the ring hammering away at him. HHH's forehead began to bleed from the attack. Orton held HHH down allowing Umaga to drop a headbutt into HHH's gut. The 2 then attacked HHH in the corner. The doubleteam continued in the center of the ring, with Orton picking up HHH so Umaga could slam him backwards. Orton then told Umaga to climb the ropes, as Orton held HHH's legs.

Umaga got on the ropes, but HHH kicked Orton into the corner, causing Umaga to lose balance and fall. HHH gained major momentum and began to fight Orton. HHH was just about to go for the Pedigree, but Umaga attacked from behind. HHH was able to elude Umaga as he came at him with a clothesline. HHH pulled the top rope down, causing Umaga to spill out of the ring. HHH then focused on Orton again and got him set in the Pedigree. Umaga got back into the ring with a steel chair which he smacked across HHH's back causing a DQ.

After the bell, Umaga and Orton continued to attack HHH, with Orton delivering a RKO, then Umaga dragging HHH to the corner. Umaga did two hip splashes followed by a big splash onto HHH off the top ropes. Umaga then stood up HHH and delivered a Samoan Spike, causing HHH to fall to the mat completely beat up. Referees attended to HHH as the crowd chanted for him and he finally was helped to walk up the ramp. HHH shoved the refs away and began to walk up the ramp by himself then collapsed at the bottom of the ramp as Raw hit commercial.

Winner: Triple H wins over Umaga and Randy Orton due to disqualification.

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Raw returned with 3 WWE refs helping Triple H up the ramp and backstage. Replay shown of what happened to Triple H in the handicap match. Refs shown backstage helping Triple H. Just then, Vince McMahon came running up asking what happened to Triple H. Vince then said whatever happened he better be the first wrestler out to shake Randy Orton's hand, even if it's on a stretcher.

Kendrick & London vs. The Highlanders

Footage shown from weeks ago on Raw when Highlanders interfered in Kendrick and London's match with Cade & Murdoch.

Early on London and Kendrick cleared the ring of the Highlanders then leapt over the top ropes onto them, crashing outside. Once back in the ring London took slight control until get distracting by Robby. The Highlanders began to doubleteam London, keeping him down on the mat as he struggled to escape. London finally escaped from Robby and tagged in kendrick. Kendrick began to use high impact quick movesaround the ring and went for the pin. Rorie entered to break things up, but was tossed from the ring. London jumped out onto him. Kendrick then ran at Robby in the corner. Robbie was able to dodge the move and slam Kendrick down, then put his feet on the ropes to get the pin.

Winners: The Highlanders win via pinfall over Kendrick & London.

2007 WWE Diva Search contest shown with interviews with the contestants. The next competition is the Search and rescue which will be on WWE.com tomorrow. Voting continues at WWE.com for the next diva where another diva has been eliminated.

Coach shown backstage looking for Hornswoggle. He came up to a WWE staff member backstage and described Hornswoggle to him. The man asked Coach what he's been smoking. Coach bumped into Cody Rhodes and Rhodes said he hasn't seen him either. Regal came up to Coach angry and asked where Hornswoggle is. Regal told Coach to try harder to find him.

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Footage shown for the Encore presentation of No Mercy which will be all week long.

Lillian Garcia performer a pop/rock song "Quiero Vivir" with a band at the top of the ramp. The song comes from her new album of the same title. Quiero Vivir is available at Amazon.com.

As Lillian received praise from the crowd, Santino Marella came out onto the ramp. Marella said great performance then told Lillian and her band to "beat it". Marella said he'd give them some real music. Marella then sang a spoof of the Amy Winehouse song, "Rehab" about "The Condemned". Marella sang a chorus of "tried to make me watch the Condemned, I said No No No". Marella thanked the jeering crowd before exiting backstage.

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Ad shown for next week's Raw saying Cody Rhodes will take on Hardcore Holly to earn his respect.

Mr. Kennedy vs. Jeff Hardy

Kennedy grabbed the mic from above and said he will prove to everyone he is the future of sports entertainment. Mr. Kennedy put Hardy into an early headlock, then Jeff reversed to wrap up Kennedy. Kennedy pushed off the ropes and began to knock Hardy down. Hardy gained momentum after eluding Kennedy and dropping him down to the mat. At one point Jeff Hardy speared Kennedy through the ropes and both men crashed outside the ring onto the floor. Kennedy tossed Hardy back in eventually, and then Jeff was able to dropkick Mr. Kennedy before he could enter. Jeff went up off the top rope and jumped at Kennedy. Kennedy moved and Jeff hit against the crowd barrier as Raw went to break.

Raw returned with Kennedy holding Jeff down on the mat, then putting him in a half Boston Crab. Jeff kicked his way out but Kennedy picked him up and whipped him to the corner. Jeff was able to kick his way out of things and climbed the corner ropes. Kennedy came over and dropkicked Hardy, causing him to fall from the ropes. Kennedy again put Hardy in the half Boston Crab until Jeff grabbed the bottom rope. Kennedy tried to go to the outside and grab Jeff's leg under the ropes, but Jeff kicked him into the crowd barrier. Kennedy was able to get back into the ring and knock Jeff down again, clipping his leg, but then failed at a pin.

Kennedy tried another pin but put his feet on the ropes and the ref noticed, stopping the count. Hardy was able to do a legsweep snapping Kennedy back to the mat. As Kennedy got to his feet Jeff went for the Twist of Fate. Kennedy countered and tried to get Jeff on his shoulders, but Jeff slid off and did a brain buster. Hardy then climbed to the top rope and went for the Swanton Bomb as Kennedy moved away. Kennedy tried to roll up Jeff for a pin, but Jeff reversed it and scored the pinfall victory!

Winner: Jeff Hardy wins via pinfall over Mr. Kennedy.

Backstage, Vince McMahon told William Regal he expects everyone to be present for Orton's title ceremony. Vince asked where his son was, and Regal said he's taking an extended nap. Coach came running in saying he couldn't find him. Vince told Regal and Coach they better not be talking about his son. Vince left and Regal told Coach to make sure Hornswoggle is there. After Regal left Coach, a nearby blue chest opened and Hornswoggle popped out yawning. Coach went to grab Hornswoggle, and the leprechaun slammed the crate door on his hands. Hornswoggle then got out of the chest and grabbed Coach's cane. Hornswoggle began hitting the cane onto Coach's hurt leg, laughing.

Wrestlers began to line up at the top of the ramp for the Randy Orton title ceremony.

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WWE Title Ceremony

Randy Orton came down to a ring decked out in red with Vince McMahon present. Vince shook his hand first and the fans began to chant "You Suck". Orton began to speak about his greatness as the new WWE champ. Orton said he has the perfect combo of size, speed, strength and skill. Orton said he can see a lot of jealous faces up on the ramp and that he will be WWE champ for a long, long time.

Orton told the wrestlers to put their feelings aside and come to the ring to say "Good Luck champ". Vince said it was time to start and then demanded to know where HHH is. Vince said HHH needs to be the first to the ring to shake hands. Vince said if HHH doesnt show up to the ring, Randy Orton will go backstage and drag him out to the ring. Orton began to head up the ramp towards the back. Just then the music of HBK, Shawn Michaels began to play from the speakers. Michaels came walking out from backstage as the fans went wild. HBK continued to walk towards the ring causing Orton to back up.

Orton scrambled to get into the ring and grabbed his WWE belt. Michaels slid under the rope and went at Orton. Orton charged at HBK with the belt, but Michaels speared Orton down. HBK began to punch away at Orton down on the mat, then got back up. As Orton stood up, HBK delivered a Sweet Chin Music Kick to Orton's face, causing the champ to fall face first on the mat. Raw went off the air with HBK standing in the ring looking at the fallen Randy Orton.

Raw Recap 07.30.07

A recap of Monday Night Raw from Tucson, AZ:

Raw opened with highlights of last week's Raw where Coach determined Randy Orton to be #1 contender for John Cena's title at Summerslam. The show ended with Orton delivering the RKO to Cena, just after Cena defeated Umaga, Cade & Murdoch in a handicap tag match.

John Cena came out onto the ramp to a receptive crowd. Cena discussed Summerslam and Orton as his #1 contender for the title. Cena said Orton's been studying the playbook because he made a statement just like Great Khali and Bobby Lashley did in the past when they used their finishing moves on him in the ring. Cena told Orton to turn to the final page of the playbook where the outcome is always the same. Cena began to say "The Champ is -" when Carlito's music came on and Carlito came out onto the ramp interrupting him.

Carlito with mic in hand began walking down the ramp and told Cena he's the first guest on the newly unveiled "Carlito's Cabana". WWE staff set up 2 chairs and a hammock in the ring along with apples and coconut drinks. Carlito proceeded to say that he beat Cena to win the US Championship when he first got to WWE. Cena said it was like 3-4 years ago this happened and make a few jokes towards Carlito. Cena said it's time to celebrate on Carlito's Cabana. Carlito started to complain that Randy Orton had the #1 contender spot handed to him. Just then, Mr. Kennedy's music came on and Mr. Kennedy came down to the ring with a mic in hand.

Kennedy gave reasons why he should be #1 contender. Carlito and Mr. Kennedy started to argue in the ring as Cena walked up the ramp. Cena then yelled that Orton should be #1 contender because he earned it, even though Cena doesn't like him. Cena told Mr. Kennedy he needs to step up and prove he's a top competitor on Raw. Cena baited Kennedy into challenging Bobby Lashley tonight. Cena then told Carlito that he's done nothing since beating him 3 years ago. Cena then told Carlito they would fight each other tonight and he better be prepared.

Replay shown of Maria and Mickie James' tag team match, where Maria's team won thanks to Santino Marella's interference to trip Melina and Beth Phoenix.

Maria, Mickie James & Candice Michelle vs. Beth Phoenix, Jillian Hall and Melina

Melina, Jillian and Beth waited in the ring for the other divas to arrive. Maria came down to the ring with Santino, who Jim Ross said is more than just a friend lately it seems. Maria started off battling Jillian, gaining momentum and tagging in Mickie. Mickie had control over Jillian but got rammed back into the corner so Melina could tag in. Mickie tagged in Candice and the 2 divas doubleteamed Melina yanking her legs down. Melina finally escaped to bring in Beth Phoenix. Beth did a cartwheel move dropping an elbow on Candice. Beth Phoenix ran over and knocked Mickie James off the side apron. Maria was able to tag in and started to take control of the match, clotheslining down her opponents. Maria went for a pin but Beth Phoenix came in to kick her off. Finally all 6 divas got into the ring and started to fight. Mickie James and Candice spilled to the outside of the ring, as Melina, Beth and Jillian were able to distract the ref while doubleteaming Maria for a finishing move. Melina scored the pinfall victory when the ref finally turned around. Santino seemed upset and confused about Maria losing the match as the 3 divas left.

Winners: Melina, Beth Phoenix and Jillian Hall win via pinfall over Maria, Mickie James and Candice Michelle.

Promo shown for the return of Triple H. HHH is set to return at Summerslam in several weeks.

Santino Marella vs. Umaga

After Raw came back from break, Santino Marella was in the ring with a microphone. Santino yelled at a ref in the ring, then started telling the crowd the cheating in WWE is worse than the NBA. Santino said just like the NBA it's the referee's fault for what happened to Maria in her last match. Santino said no official will stop him. Just then Umaga came walking down the ramp with his Intercontinental belt. Umaga got into the ring as Santino was saying he has no problem with Umaga. Santino finally gave the mic to the referee, who then said "ring the bell". Umaga started to beat down Santino immediately after the bell, and then put him into the corner. Umaga ran at a seated Marella in the corner, smashing into Marella's head with his hip. Umaga then did a sidewalk slam with Marella and went for a pin but pulled up. Umaga stood Marella up and used the Samoan Spike to knock him back down to the mat. Umaga with the pinfall victory.

Winner: Umaga wins via pinfall over Santino Marella.

Todd Grisham interviewed King Booker and Queen Sharmelle backstage. Grisham asked Booker's thoughts on his match tonight with Jerry the King Lawler. Booker yelled at Grisham for referring to Lawler as a king. Booker said he hopes Triple H is watching at home, so he will see what happens to those calling themselves a king. Booker said he wants HHH to see Jerry Lawler bow down to King Booker tonight. Sharmelle then pronounced Booker as "King Booker!" before they exited.

Coach shown backstage on a cell phone discussing tonight's match between Cena and Carlito. Just then Cody Rhodes entered Coach's office. Coach said he wanted to see Cody about what happened to his father last week. Coach then said they would review what happened last week and had footage shown of what Orton did on Raw. After the footage, Coach asked Cody how his father's doing. Coach said he doesn't want the same thing to happen to Cody that happened to his father. Coach said if Cody lays 1 finger on Randy Orton tonight he won't have a career in WWE any more. Coach said Cody is 0-2 so far and he needs to win if he's going to be on Raw. Coach said if Cody can win his upcoming match, he's allowed to stay, but if he loses he'll be let go. Cody thanked Coach for showing him that footage and left angrily.

Todd Grisham interviewed Randy Orton who told Grisham he is feeling good tonight. Orton said he's dressed to wrestle tonight, but nobody wants to face him. Orton listed off his recent wins as well as being youngest champion to win the title. Just then Sgt. Slaughter came and interrupted the interview and challenged Orton, calling him a maggot. Slaughter then told Orton "you're dismissed maggot!".

Jim Ross and Jerry Lawler confirmed the matches tonight between Cena and Carlito and Kennedy and Lashley. They confirmed that Coach made the match between Randy Orton and Sgt Slaughter official as well.

Daivari vs Cody Rhodes

Daivari yelled incoherently at the crowd in the ring until Cody Rhodes finally came down to the ring. Daivaria ran at Cody to start the match and started to try to punch away at him. Cody turned the tide as he punched back and toss Daivari to the ropes. Daivaria turned momentum back his way when he elbowed Cody in the corner. Daivari kept Cody down to the mat with a neckhold. Cody stood back up and backed Daivari into the corner. Daivari tried to run at Cody from the corner, but Cody ducked and then hit Daivari with a flying clothesline. Cody landed a bulldog on Daivari off the ropes. Cody with a powerslam on Daivari followed by a DDT to claim a pinfall victory.

Winner: Cody Rhodes wins via pinfall over Daivari.

Lashley shown walking backstage, on his way out to the ring for his upcoming match against Mr. Kennedy.

Mr. Kennedy vs. Bobby Lashley

Kennedy came down to the ring and grabbed the mic from overhead. Kennedy told the crowd he is the real #1 contender, Mr. Kennedy...Before Kennedy could say his name a second time, Lashley appeared on the ramp with his theme music. The match started with the 2 men grappling in the center of the ring. Lashley eventually used his strength for 2 quick takedowns on Mr. Kennedy. Kennedy got back to this feet and the 2 men started to punch and kick each other back and forth. Lashley tossed Kennedy to the corner and ran at him. Kennedy jumped up but Lashley caught him on his shoulder. Lashley continued to dominate, landing a vertical suplex on Kennedy. Lashley prepared for the spear. As he ran at Kennedy, Kennedy rolled out of the ring. Lashley followed Kennedy outside the r ing, where Kennedy then kicked Lashley into the steel steps. Kennedy waited for Lashley to get back into the ring and started kicking him. Kennedy focused on the injured shoulder to keep Lashley down to the mat.

Lashley finally stood up and whipped Kennedy to the corner. Kennedy climbed the top rope and Lashley came over to climb up. Kennedy able to grab Lashley and yank him down against the ropes. The ref then checked on Lashley who's shoulder seemed severely injured. Lashley said he'd continue and Kennedy went over to exploit the injury more. Lashley finally was able to use his arm to throw Kennedy across the ring. Lashley took control of the match clotheslining Kennedy several times. Lashley went for a spear again, but Kennedy brought up his knee, catching Lashley's shoulder. Kennedy then took advantage of the fallen Lashley and scored a pinfall win. Kennedy ran up the ramp and then backstage. Kennedy then returned with a mic in hand to announce himself as the winner. Referees attended to Lashley inside the ring.

Winner: Mr. Kennedy wins via pinfall over Lashley.

Snitsky shown with dark music playing. Snitsky said his matches are like no other, because his opponents pain is his pleasure.

Jim Ross announced that during commercial break the refs and Jerry Lawler assisted Bobby Lashley up the ramp. Ross said Lawler was preparing for his upcoming match with King Booker. Ross discussed how the Booker vs Lawler match came about, and footage was shown of the past few weeks events. King Booker arrived to the ring with Queen Sharmelle for the next match as Raw went to break.

Promo shown for the return of HHH after his leg/knee injury. The promo said HHH would be rebuilt better than he was before.

Jerry the King Lawler vs. King Booker

Ross discussed how Lawler is one of the most honored champions in wrestling history. The match started with the crowd chanting "JERRY" as Booker then got in his face. Booker started off trying to play headgames with Lawler, until Lawler caught Booker with a right hook. Booker managed to back Lawler into a corner where he started to attack. Lawler fought back and hammered away at Booker in the center of the ring. Booker retreated to a corner. Booker finally got in a cheap shot thumb to Lawler's eye to try to take control, but Lawler continued to punch back, forcing Booker to the corner. Booker was whipped to the corner and Lawler ran at him. Booker took advantage by elbowing Lawler. Booker then began to punch away at Lawler down on the mat.

Booker continued to dominate the match, and went for a scissors kick on Lawler. Lawler avoided the kick then gave Booker a series of punches, knocking him down. Lawler dropped an elbow on Booker and went for a pin. Booker managed to put his leg on the bottom rope before 3. Booker able to regain control of the match, catching Lawler in the face with a superkick. Booker started to hammer away at Lawler in the corner, despite the ref warning him to stop. The called for the bell due to Booker not heeding his warning. Despite losing the match, Booker kicked Lawler one more time in the corner of the ring. As Booker began to back up the ramp with Sharmelle, Lawler ran up the ramp and attacked Booker, knocking him down. 4 referees intervened, leading Lawler backstage as Queen Sharmelle tended to the fallen Booker.

Winner: Jerry Lawler wins due to disqualification of King Booker.

Ad shown for WWE magazine's August issue featuring the return of Rey Mysterio.

Cryme Tyme vs. John Mason and Brandon Gadsen

JTG started off against John Mason with several takedowns, until Mason tagged in his partner. JTG tagged Big Chad in. Gadsen received a few hard clotheslines down from Chad followed by a powerslam. Cryme Tyme then did a doubleteam move to finish off their opponents quickly. Chad went over and celebrated by hugging Lillian Garcia.

Chad and JTG brought mics into the ring. JTG and Chad then started doin a "Money Money" chant in the ring with the crowd. Chad announced they would be selling some shiny white wrestling boots, right now. Chad then kicked their fallen opponent in the head, and JTG removed his white boots. Chad said the bidding starts at $10,000. Chad and JTG started walking around the ring with the boots offering them to the crowd and dropping the price. JTG and Chad signed the boots and then started to offer them to the crowd for $40. A man finally gave Cryme Tyme two twenty dollar bills in exchange for the boots.

Winners: Cryme Tyme wins via pinfall over Mason and Gadsen.

Promo shown for Summerslam featuring highlights of various superstars and divas.

Jerry Lawler returned to the announce table with Jim Ross, where Ross congratulated him saying he was proud of him.

Sgt. Slaughter vs. Randy Orton

A replay was shown of Cena winning his match against Umaga, Cade and Murdoch last week, followed by Orton sneaking into the ring to RKO him. Orton started the match off punching and kicking Slaughter. Slaughter began to grab at his leg which Orton had kicked. Orton knocked Slaughter to the mat and started to stomp on his hand. Jim Ross noted that Orton's strategy was to take away Slaughter's ability to use the Cobra Clutch. Orton put Slaughter into a tight headlock and forced him back down to his knees on the mat. Slaughter got an adrenaline rush and started to elbow Orton in the stomach. Orton tried to run off the ropes but Slaughter clotheslined him down. When he got back up, Slaughter caught Orton in a Cobra Clutch. Orton finally was able to grab the top rope and then gave a cheap shot to Slaughter. Slaughter stumbled back to the mat, and then Orton RKO'd him when he got back up. Orton scored the pinfall victory to finish the match.

Orton was about to leave the ring but then turned and smirked back at Slaughter who was trying to get back up. Orton then ran and delivered a hard kick to Slaughter's head after the bell, similar to what he did to Dusty Rhodes last week. Several referees and WWE staff came down to the ring to attend to Sgt Slaughter. Orton smiled from outside the ring, looking in at the fallen Sgt Slaughter.

Winner: Randy Orton wins via pinfall over Sgt. Slaughter.

When Raw returned from break, Jim Ross and Jerry Lawler said Slaughter was taken away on a stretcher and showed footage. Randy Orton remained at ringside seated in a chair next to the announcer's table to watch the next match.

Carlito vs. John Cena

Cena and Carlito grappled and Cena then tripped Carlito down and went for a STFU. Carlito managed to roll away to the corner. Carlito then was able to kick Cena in the stomach and started to kick and punch Cena in the corner. Cena managed to escape and toss Carlito to the other corner, then did a bulldog off the ropes. Carlito rolled out of the ring to regroup. Cena came out of the ring and looked at Orton then chased Carlito back into the ring. Carlito tried to kick Cena and gain control of the match, but Cena reversed things.

Cena suplexed Carlito to the mat then stared out at Orton. As Cena went back to Carlito, Carlito kicked Cena then threw him to the ropes. Cena caught Carlito and sidewalk slammed him down. Carlito gained momentum again by moving out of the corner as Cena ran at him. Carlito kept Cena down on the mat in a headlock. Cena got back to his feet and pulled Carlito's hands off him. Cena then took control of the match with several flying shoulders into Carlito. With Carlito down, Cena did the "You Can't See Me" and went for the 5 Knuckle Shuffle. Orton came over to the side of the ring, distracting Cena. Cena then ran over to knock Orton off, but Orton got away. With the ref and Cena looking out at Orton, Carlito snuck up behind Cena and did the "Backstabber". Carlito then captured the pinfall victory. After winning, Carlito took a bite from an apple and spit in Cena's face. Cena pointed at Carlito as Carlito backed up the ramp smiling.

Winner: Carlito wins via pinfall over John Cena.

Raw Recap 07.23.07

Recap of Monday Night Raw from Sacramento, CA:

Coach appeared on screen stating Great American Bash was a huge success last night thanks to Coach's genius work as the GM of Raw. Coach said they are now 5 weeks away from Summerslam so a new #1 contender needs to be made. Coach said he will watch each match and determine who the #1 contender will be for Cena by the end of tonight. Coach then announced tonight's main event, a Champions Only match where John Cena and Candice Michelle will team up to face Umaga, Cade & Murdoch.

King and JR said in addition to the Champions Only match tonight, Cody Rhodes would face Randy Orton. A regal set up was then shown in the ring, complete with plates of food and a King's chair. King Booker and Queen Sharmelle then made their way to the ring. A replay was shown of last week where Jerry Lawler fought back against Booker after he asked him to kiss his ring.

King Booker then sat down in the chair in the ring and addressed Jerry Lawler as "Jerome". Booker invited Lawler into the ring so the two of them could discuss their differences as gentlemen. Lawler left his position at the announce table and sat down at the other end of the table in ring with Booker. Booker then discussed why he is the only King in WWE today, saying he rightfully earned his title by winning last year's "King of the Ring" tournament.

Booker said Jerry Lawler shouldn't be considered a King and also mentioned Triple H, "King of Kings", saying he should not be called a king either. As Lawler went to respond on the mic, Booker stood up and Sharmelle yelled "all hail King Booker". Lawler responded by saying the people determine a king, and the people in the crowd seem to see Booker as a pompous, idiotic and self-delusional royal pain. Booker became enraged by King's comments and walked towards him. Booker asked King to look him in the eyes and make his point. Lawler responded by knocking Booker down and out of the ring, then tossing a plate full of food out at him. An angry Booker backed up the ramp with Queen Sharmelle.

Mickie James & Maria vs. Beth Phoenix & Melina

Maria came down to the ring accompanied by Santino Marella who took a seat at the announcer table with Ross and Lawler. Beth Phoenix and Mickie started things off with Mickie getting the upperhand briefly. Phoenix rammed Mickie into the corner with Melina and tagged out. Melina and Mickie traded shots, until Mickie knocked her down and tagged in Maria. Maria tried to get a move on Melina near the ropes, but Phoenix kicked Maria in the head. Santino urged Maria on as he watched Beth Phoenix put her up in a doublearm chicken wing and toss her to the mat.

Melina and Beth continued to punish Maria in the ring, keeping her down and away from Mickie. Maria finally escaped to tag in Mickie who ran around the ring knocking down Phoenix and Melina. Mickie went against the ropes where Beth Phoenix interfered. Mickie recovered and tossed Melina to the corner then flipped her up into the ring. Maria jumped onto Melina off the ropes for a near fall. The ref's attention got turned away as Mickie got knocked out of the ring. Santino got up, then went and tripped Melina and Beth Phoenix as they went off the ropes at Maria. Maria used a bulldog move on Melina, driving her face first into the mat for a pinfall victory.

Winner: Maria and Mickie James win via pinfall over Melina and Beth Phoenix.

Highlights shown from last night's title match between John Cena and Bobby Lashley. Cena used the F-U on Lashley off the corner ropes to score the victory.

Replay shown from last night's Bullrope match where Orton was about to hurt Dusty Rhodes further until Cody Rhodes ran down to save his father.

Cody Rhodes backstage getting tips for his upcoming match with Orton, just as Orton came up behind him. Cody told Orton he's afraid to beat up his father. Orton told Cody he should be the one who's afraid, because tonight he's going to do some things to him with serious consequences in the ring.

Snitsky seen backstage with dark music playing behind him. He asked if it makes him a bad person if when he hurts people he feels no remorse? Snitsky said others' pain is his pleasure.

Todd Grisham interviewed Cena backstage. Grisham congratulated Cena on his victory last night at the Bash and asked Cena his thoughts on tonight's Champions Only match. Cena told Grisham to close his eyes and envision Candice walking up to him to be his partner for a wrestling match. Cena said then imagine you have the cast of Brokeback Mountain and Umaga facing you in the ring. Grisham was disturbed by the image. Grisham asked about Cena's thoughts for his next contender for his title. Cena said Coach can name whoever he wants the #1 contender to be for Summerslam. Cena said for whoever it is "if you want some, come get some!"

Hacksaw Jim Duggan & Sandman vs. William Regal & Carlito

Sandman came walking down to the ring through the crowd carrying his Singapore cane. Regal started off the match beating up Sandman a bit, til Sandman turned things around and knocked Carlito off the apron. Sandman grappled with Regal who was able to pull Sandman back and tag in Carlito. Coach shown backstage in an office scouting the competitors in the match. Carlito started kicking Sandman around a bit before another tag. Sandman was able to finally get over to tag in Hacksaw who tossed Carlito around the ring a bit. Regal and Sandman got into it outside the ring. Meanwhile, Hacksaw went for the football stance and charged at Carlito in the ring. Carlito reversed things and dropped Hacksaw back first onto his knees. Carlito scored the pinfall victory for his team.

Winners: Carlito and William Regal win via pinfall over Sandman and Hacksaw Jim Duggan.

Promo shown for WWE Magazine including the return of Rey Mysterio and the 6 1 9.

Carlito and William Regal shown talking backstage. Carlito said if Coach wants a #1 contender, Carlito is the one. Carlito said things are finally going his way, then took a bite from an apple. Carlito made a funny face then spit out the apple. The camera turned to show Carlito had just spit in the face of Lashley. Carlito then ran from Lashley all the way out to the ring. Carlito grabbed the mic and said accidents happen so he shouldn't have to apologize. Carlito told Lashley he was sorry and if he accepts he doesn't have to say anything. Carlito smiled thinking everything was ok, but just then Lashley's music came on and Lashley came down to the ring.

Carlito tried to head off Lashley at the ring apron, knocking him off. Carlito jumped down to attack Lashley outside the ring and tried to throw him into the steel steps. Lashley jumped over the steel steps then caught Carlito as he tried to run away up the ramp. Lashley brought Carlito down to the ring on his shoulders and slammed him face first into the apron. Lashley beat Carlito up more in the ring then exited up the ramp as his music played on.

Cody Rhodes vs. Randy Orton

Highlights shown of Orton beating Rhodes in last night's Bullrope match, then Orton getting ready to deliver a hard kick to Rhode's head. Just then Cody Rhodes ran down to save his father from Orton.

Orton slapped Cody early on, but Cody returned the gesture with a dropkick to Orton. An enraged Orton began to hammer away at Cody in the ring with fury. Cody tried to do several moves off the ropes and corner of the ring, but Orton continued to beat up the young newcomer. Orton dropped Cody down to the mat while holding him around his neck. Orton then started kicking and stomping Cody down on the mat. Cody finally got up and started to fight back, until Orton dropkicked him off the ropes. Orton continued stomping on Cody, then whipped him hard to the corner. Cody continued to show resilience, as he kept getting back up to fight. Orton knocked Cody down again with a hard clothesline. Cody gained momentum again knocking Orton down. Cody tried to jump off the ropes at Orton but Orton dodged him. Orton waited for Cody to stand up then RKO'd him down quick to get the pinfall victory.

After the match ended, Orton prepared to finish off Cody. Just then, Dusty Rhodes ran down to the ring and punched away at Orton, driving him out of the ring. Dusty tended to his fallen son briefly near the ropes. Orton snuck back into the ring and ran at Dusty, kicking him hard in the head. With Dusty knocked out, Orton prepared to do the same thing to Cody. About 5 referees came into the ring and prevented Orton from the attack. Cody and WWE med staff attended to Dusty Rhodes, who was then taken out on a stretcher.

Winner:Randy Orton wins via pinfall over Cody Rhodes.

Back from break, Ross and Lawler showed footage from the previous match, and showed Dusty Rhodes being taken away on a stretcher as his son looked on.

Jeff Hardy vs. Mr. Kennedy

Kennedy grabbed the mic from overhead before his match and told the crowd as well as Coach to look no further than here for the #1 contender, Mr. Kennedy. Jeff Hardy came down to the ring looking a bit beat up from his match versus Umaga last night.

Kennedy and Hardy grappled early with Hardy forcing Kennedy to the corner. Kennedy then slapped Jeff in the face to taunt him. Kennedy briefly gained the upperhand punching away at Hardy and attempting a pinfall. Hardy then took control of the match after Kennedy missed a spinning kick move. Hardy had Kennedy's arm held behind his back, but Kennedy was able to twist his body down and toss Hardy out of the ring. Kennedy then tried to slide at Hardy when he stood up, but Jeff got back in the ring then dropkicked Kennedy down outside the ring. Jeff followed up by jumping over the ropes onto Kennedy as RAW took a commercial break.

Back from break, Kennedy smashed Jeff Hardy down in the ring onto his back, then tried a pin. Jeff kicked out at 2. Kennedy continued to dominate and Jim Ross remarked that Coach has to be impressed with Kennedy in this match. Kennedy with a neckbreaker on Jeff and another failed pin attempt. Jeff Hardy fell off the corner ropes after trying to attempt whisper in the wind. Hardy fell to the mat and Kennedy tried for a pin, but Hardy kicked out. Hardy then able to land the Whisper in the Wind on Kennedy, gaining momentum.

Hardy dropkicked a fallen Kennedy in the corner of the ring then tried for a pin, but Kennedy grabbed the bottom rope. Jeff managed to slam Kennedy face first into the mat, then clibmed the ropes for the Swanton Bomb. Kennedy rolled out of the ring. Hardy saw him and got out of the ring, then ran the side crowd barrier and jumped off at Kennedy, clothslining him. The two wrestlers fought outside the ring as Jeff Hardy tossed Kennedy into the side ramp area. Jeff then ran back to the ring and got in just in time to beat the 10 count.

Winner: Jeff Hardy wins due to a countout of Mr. Kennedy.

Jim Ross spoke again about Dusty Rhodes getting injured by Randy Orton earlier. Jerry Lawler said this has to have a serious psychological effect on Cody. Footage was then shown of Cody accompanying his father's stretcher into the ambulance.

A promo shown for Triple H's return, billing him as "built better than before". The promo stated Triple H will return at Summerslam.

Kendrick & London vs. World's Greatest Tag Team

Kendrick showed early high flying and quick moves on the offense, until he was dropkicked outside the ring. Shelton Benjamin kept Kendrick down to the mat in a chokehold. Shelton able to land a solid kick to Kendrick's head and tried for a pin. Kendrick finally able to escape the doubleteam of Haas and Benjamin. London came in and began to attack both Haas and Benjami, ultimately knocking Haas down. Kendrick got up and the two did a double dropkick on Benjamin. Kendrick then flew over the ropes but Benjamin moved away causing Kendrick to land outside the ring.

Haas then grabbed London and put him face first on the top rope. As Haas held London there, Benjamin came into the ring, ran off the ropes and jumped onto London's back. Haas then slammed London backwards into a pin for the victory.

Winners: World's Greatest Tag Team wins via pinfall over Kendrick & London.

King Booker appeared on the ramp with Queen Sharmelle. Sharmelle spoke on the mic and told Jerry Lawler his earlier actions were uncalled for. Sharmelle said due to this Lawler will pay a hefty price, and handed the mic to Booker. Booker said next week on Raw he will face him in the ring and beat him like the dog he is. Booker said Lawler's reign of blasphemy is over.

Coach shown exiting his office backstage as Todd Grisham came up to him and asked if he's made his decision on who will face Cena for the WWE title. Coach said he will go announce the decision in a moment. Just then Candice Michelle came running up to Coach, asking him to reconsider having her in the Champions Only match. Candice said she doesn't want to face Umaga because he's a monster. Coach said this match is all about champions so he needs her to represent as a champion. Coach wished Candice good luck and then walked off.

Slam of the week replay shown of Umaga decimating Jeff Hardy last night at the Great American Bash to retain the Intercontinental title.

Candice Michelle & John Cena vs. Umaga, Cade & Murdoch

The Champions Only challenge on Raw set up by Coach which featured every title holder on Raw in a no DQ match. Candice stood at the top of the ramp hesitant to go down to the ring. Cena came out to his theme music, looked at Candice and handed his title to her. Cena then ran down into the ring to start the attack. Umaga, Cade and Murdoch triple teamed the champ. Candice came down to stand on the apron. Ross said Cena would not allow Candice to be put into harm's way. Umaga, Cade and Murdoch continued to gang up on Cena as Candice stood in the opposite corner. Cena started to fight back out of the heels' corner briefly until Murdoch punched him down. Cena gained a burst of momentum and took down Cade and Murdoch who then rolled out of the ring. Umaga came in and Cena went at him. Cena tried to do a flying bodypress off the ropes onto Umaga, but Umaga caught him, then slammed him down hard. Outside the ring Cade and Murdoch came over towards Candice on the apron, causing her to escape into the ring. Candice saw Umaga standing there and she tripped, falling back into the corner of the ring. Cade and Murdoch them held Candice's arms back so that Umaga could run at her.

Just then, Jeff Hardy ran down to the ring for the save with a steel chair, bashing it across Umaga in the ring and all the way up the ramp. Hardy tossed the chair at Umaga hard twice, then chased him backstage. Back in the ring, Cena beat up Lance Cade in the ring and delivered the F-U on him. Cena gained the pinfall victory.

As Cena stood up with his title to celebrate, Randy Orton had snuck into the ring behind him. Orton waited for Cena to turn around then RKO'd him down to the mat, knocking Cena out. Coach appeared at the top of the ramp with the mic and announced Randy Orton as the new #1 contender for Cena's title at Summerslam. Orton stood smiling as he looked down at the champ laying on the mat. Jim Ross remarked about how many legends Randy Orton has destroyed and asked if Cena will be next at Summerslam.

Winners: John Cena and Candice Michelle win via pinfall over Cade, Murdoch and Umaga.