Raw preview
The first episode of Raw, which means happened after WWE Hell in a Cell, is quite over. The episode of Raw saw the fall-out of Hell in a Cell, as well as qualifying matches for the next PPV, Money in the Bank. In this article, we are going to look at the results of all the matches and segments in the episode of Raw.
WWE Champion Bobby Lashley Segment
Raw started with WWE Champion Bobby Lashley and MVP celebrating their victory against Drew McIntyre at Hell in a Cell. Meanwhile, The New Day came out and Kofi Kingston challenged Bobby Lashley to a WWE Championship match at MITB. Lashley also accepted his challenge without losing time. Lashley then demanded a match against Woods, and Woods said they should have a HIAC match, Lashley accepted it.
The ALL MIGHTY #WWEChampion is here on #WWERaw. pic.twitter.com/mfM2gcx9Ix
— WWE (@WWE) June 22, 2021
“You think @The305MVP and your special lady friends will still be hanging around you when I beat you for that WWE Title?!”#WWERaw pic.twitter.com/uxu80Xn6lM
— WWE (@WWE) June 22, 2021
THIS IS REAL LIFE. CALL YOUR FRIENDS. CALL YOUR FAM.@AustinCreedWins vs. @fightbobby inside #HIAC TONIGHT on #WWERaw! pic.twitter.com/JRmyyVEnQI
— WWE (@WWE) June 22, 2021
Ricochet Vs. AJ Styles (MITB Qualifying Match)
Ricochet and AJ Styles had a fierce fight in the first qualifying match on Raw for a place in the match. However, during the match Viking Raiders attacked Omos, which benefited Ricochet and he won the match via pinfall. Ricochet has become the first superstar to make it to the MITB match.
Winner: Ricochet
The #VikingRaiders just took out @TheGiantOmos!!!#WWERaw pic.twitter.com/ZoPdKqaOkp
— WWE (@WWE) June 22, 2021
WHAT A WIN!@KingRicochet has just qualified for the #MITB Ladder Match!#WWERaw pic.twitter.com/2XlSqVhBuR
— WWE (@WWE) June 22, 2021
Backstage saw a tremendous segmentation between Randy Orton and Riddle, with Riddle telling Randy that they both have a chance to win the MITB qualifying match and make it to the ladder match. Randy Orton couldn’t be happier.
“If we both win tonight, then we’ll both have to fight each other for the #MITB contract. And could you imagine two best friends…two BROTHERS fighting for a guaranteed opportunity at the #WWEChampionship? Wouldn’t that be AWESOME?”
“𝑵𝒐𝒕 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝒚𝒐𝒖.”#WWERaw pic.twitter.com/FO5LRY31cR
— WWE (@WWE) June 22, 2021
Eva Marie & Dewdrop Vs. Naomi & Asuka (Women’s MITB Qualifying Match)
Eva Marie finally fought her first match since her return to WWE. It was a women’s tag team match. However, there was a lack of coordination between Eva Marie and Dewdrop. However, the match did not last long and in the end Dewdrop refused to take the tag from Mary. In the end, Naomi pinned Eva Marie to win the match for her team. Naomi and Asuka qualify for the Women’s MITB Ladder Match.
Winners: Naomi and Asuka
Welp, @natalieevamarie immediately tags in her protégé DOUDROP!#WWERaw pic.twitter.com/V1JlWi3oSP
— WWE (@WWE) June 22, 2021
What goes around most DEFINITELY comes around, @natalieevamarie!
DOUDROP is outta here.#WWERaw pic.twitter.com/FiYIubtEQ2
— WWE (@WWE) June 22, 2021
AMAZING!@WWEAsuka & @NaomiWWE just qualified for the #MITB Ladder Match by defeating @natalieevamarie & DOUDROP in tag team action on #WWERaw! pic.twitter.com/2rVqaZQiBE
— WWE (@WWE) June 22, 2021
Adam Pearce and Sonya Deville segment
Adam Pearce and Sonya Deville were in the ring. Meanwhile, he called Rhea Ripley to the ring and asked her about her action at HIAC. Pearce and Deville said that the rules should not have been broken like Ripley did. Meanwhile, Charlotte Flair also came out and later Sonya Deville announced the match for the Women’s Championship between these two superstars at WWE MITB.
The match has been made official.@MsCharlotteWWE vs. @RheaRipley_WWE at #MITB for the #WWERaw Women’s Championship! pic.twitter.com/kx1VXfLQ7b
— WWE (@WWE) June 22, 2021
Backstage:- Mandy Rose-Danna Brooke’s feud with WWE Women’s Tag Team Champions Natalia and Tamina once again became more personal. This time though, Rose and Brooke appeared to be taking the lead over the champions.
Did the @WWE Women’s Tag Team Champions just get outsmarted by @DanaBrookeWWE & @WWE_MandyRose?!#WWERaw pic.twitter.com/yb7Ag2XsZi
— WWE (@WWE) June 22, 2021
John Morrison Vs. Randy Orton (MITB Qualifying Match)
A good match was seen between Randy Orton and John Morrison. Both the superstars made good use of their experience and also used many tremendous moves. At the end of the match, The Miz and then Riddle distracted Randy Orton’s attention and Morrison took advantage of this and won the match.
Winner: John Morrison
.@mikethemiz just used the signature Drip Stick on @RandyOrton!!#WWERaw pic.twitter.com/qKapJ2hCuV
— WWE (@WWE) June 22, 2021
The chase is on!#WWERaw pic.twitter.com/k2p8XzcjXG
— WWE (@WWE) June 22, 2021
BRO! You just cost @RandyOrton the #MITB Qualifying Match on #WWERaw! pic.twitter.com/Z358eBSK3T
— WWE (@WWE) June 22, 2021
Nia Jax & Shayna Baszler Vs. Alexa Bliss & Nikki Cross (Women’s MITB Qualifying Match)
Nice women’s tag team match between Alexa Bliss and Nikki Cross vs Nia Jax and Shayna Baszler. In this, all the superstars showed their talent, but together the supernatural power of Bliss was also seen. In the end, there was a slight mismatch between Baszler and Jax. However, in the end Nikki Cross pinned Baszler to win the match for her team. Nikki Cross appeared in the character of Superman and said that she is fighting for everyone.
Winners: Alexa Bliss and Nikki Cross
Just like old times! 💕#WWERaw pic.twitter.com/6xqQi1NSUH
— WWE (@WWE) June 22, 2021
SPECTACULAR! 👏#WWERaw pic.twitter.com/fBTQD4gSJq
— WWE (@WWE) June 22, 2021
GO NIKKI!#WWERaw pic.twitter.com/OBcbmyHJnp
— WWE (@WWE) June 22, 2021
Backstage:- Jinder Mahal, Cedric Alexander, Jeff Hardy and Sheamus argue over MITB qualifying matches. Meanwhile, Adam Pearce and Sonya Deville also appeared there. Jinder Mahal alleged that some superstars are being given opportunities again and again. Mahal also said that if anything happens to the qualifying superstars, they will be considered for this match.
EVERYBODY wants an opportunity to qualify for the #MITB Ladder Match!#WWERaw pic.twitter.com/CZXOnKexDm
— WWE (@WWE) June 22, 2021
Riddle Vs. Drew McIntyre (MITB Qualifying Match)
Drew McIntyre gave a tremendous match with Riddle on Raw after fighting an action packed match at HIAC. There was a great synergy between the two superstars. Meanwhile, Randy Orton was also seen outside during the match. Riddle and McIntyre gave their all in this match and there were many pin attempts. In the end, Riddle pinned McIntyre in a powerful way and won the match and made a huge upset. Riddle tried to speak to Randy Orton after the match, but Orton did not respond.
Winners: Riddle
This incredible #MITB qualifying match has taken SO MUCH out of both of these intense competitors!#WWERaw pic.twitter.com/42J20bxsec
— WWE (@WWE) June 22, 2021
Well well well…@RandyOrton is here to witness this #MITB Qualifying Match between @SuperKingofBros & @DMcIntyreWWE on #WWERaw. pic.twitter.com/BPRhuOKwFk
— WWE (@WWE) June 22, 2021
CLAYMORE COUNTERED!!!#WWERaw pic.twitter.com/XltTp5Yqvq
— WWE (@WWE) June 22, 2021
WHAT AN UPSET!@SuperKingofBros just pinned @DMcIntyreWWE on #WWERaw to qualify for the #MITB Ladder Match! pic.twitter.com/UhKLTQaunE
— WWE (@WWE) June 22, 2021
WWE Champion Bobby Lashley vs Xavier Woods (Hell in a Cell Match)
In the main event of WWE Raw, there was a HIAC match between Bobby Lashley and Xavier Woods. Lashley showed his dominance at the beginning of this match, but Woods also retaliated by making a tremendous comeback.
MVP and Kofi Kingston were present at ringside during this match. Much more dangerous action was seen in this match and Lashley fought such matches for two consecutive days.
Tables, chairs and candle sticks were also used during the match. In the end, Lashley first gave a spear to Woods and then won the match by giving a heart lock. After the match, Lashley made Xavier Woods very bad.
Winner: Bobby Lashley
HERE WE GO!@AustinCreedWins is ready! It’s #HIAC on #WWERaw for the first time in over twenty years! pic.twitter.com/V8pGCaoDiQ
— WWE (@WWE) June 22, 2021
Flashbacks to #HIAC 2017…@WWEUsos@WWEBigE pic.twitter.com/s2vNsgYEYq
— WWE (@WWE) June 22, 2021
An ALL MIGHTY beating!#WWERaw pic.twitter.com/hPGJMymEan
— WWE (@WWE) June 22, 2021
With this, the great episode of WWE Raw also came to an end.
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