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WWE is celebrating a new episode of Monday Night Raw tonight, this time number 1,694, from the TD Garden in Boston, Massachusetts. The show will be broadcast live on Netflix and Solowrestling will bring you the results in this news article as every week.
Tonight's episode will feature several matches and segments of interest, highlighting John Cena's penultimate appearance on the red brand before his retirement as a professional wrestler and the start of the tournament to determine his final opponent. Additionally, Stephanie Vaquer will defend the Women's World Championship against Raquel Rodriguez. As always, we invite you to comment on the article to give your opinion on what happened on the show.
WWE Raw begins on Netflix!
We see the arrival of some of tonight's protagonists at the venue: Shinsuke Nakamura, Damian Priest, The Kabuki Warriors (Asuka and Kairi Sane), and Stephanie Vaquer (accompanied by Nikki Bella).
Triple H is in charge of opening tonight's show. The WWE Chief Content Officer is welcomed with applause. "Triple H, Triple H!" chant the fans. Triple H points out that we are experiencing a magical moment, but also one where everyone has a different opinion about the business. And that applies when it comes to naming the greatest wrestler of all time. Triple H knows the business very well. He has experienced it from various perspectives (as a wrestler, as a director,...), and that's why he knows very well what characteristics a wrestler must have to be considered as such. And, as far as he is concerned, there is only one who has all these characteristics. A person who has given his all every week in the ring and who loves this industry as much as the fans. A person who has dedicated his entire career to boosting this business. This man is, in his opinion, "The Greatest of All Time". And tonight he is proud to present him. Without further ado, Triple H introduces John Cena.
The seventeen-time world champion appears on the entrance ramp. The stadium erupts in applause. "The Greatest of All Time" runs towards the ring, where Triple H awaits him. Cena asks for a microphone and gestures for his theme music to stop playing. "Cena, Cena!" chant the fans. John thanks Triple H for the introduction and the fans' reception. After that, he proceeds with his promo.
Cena recalls that since he announced his retirement tour, the question he has been asked the most is who will be his final opponent. "Thank you, Cena!" chant the fans. However, only one person asked him what he wanted to do. John points directly at Triple H. "My goal is to leave this industry better than I found it", says John. He wanted to thank the industry and WWE for the opportunities they gave him, and that is the reason why he proposed a tournament to determine his final opponent. John is excited because tonight the tournament will begin. One in which its winner could say "I retired John Cena". However, he warns them that he will not be easily defeated.
Regarding Saturday Night's Main Event, he wants it to be a night of opportunities. "It will be a night to close a chapter, but also a night of opportunities. It will be my last match, but also an opportunity to give people a moment to shine and show their skills", he says. John hopes that the main roster superstars will show their skills to the best that NXT has to offer for the future of this industry. Cena reiterates his desire to close a chapter on December 13 to open new ones with new opportunities.
John recalls his retirement tour so far, pointing out that his biggest wish was to return one last time to the TD Garden in Boston, and thus celebrate this reunion surrounded by fans, family, and friends. John wants to thank them for all their support, when suddenly...
Dominik Mysterio interrupts the promo
The double AAA and WWE champion heads to the ring. The fans greet him with a loud boo. Dom asks for a microphone and stands in the center of the ring. Mysterio begins to speak, but his words are drowned out in a sea of boos. Dominik assures that he is the future of this industry. After that, he addresses Triple H, turning his back on Cena. Mysterio asks the WWE Chief Content Officer when he will take action against his father after ruining his celebration last week. "Those things don't happen to me. I'm the one who interrupts celebrations of older men. And I don't care what you're doing here, because there's nothing more important than me", says Dom.
Cena interrupts Mysterio to welcome him to Boston. The double champion stands in front of "The Greatest of All Time". "This has nothing to do with you or Boston. Why don't you take a seat in that corner and let the adults talk business? And speak when you're told. Otherwise, you'll be humiliated," says Mysterio. "An excellent speech, but I think, in the midst of your anger and ego, you have forgotten where you are and who you are talking to. I'm John Cena and this is Boston, Massachusetts!", exclaims Cena. He points out that at any other time he would have forgiven his lack of respect, but not tonight. Not in Boston. "Tonight you have no chance. Tonight, I AM INVINCIBLE!", he adds. John advises him to choose his words carefully because if he's looking for a fight tonight, he's going to lose. "Wrong time. Wrong place. Wrong guy," he says. However, out of respect for his father, he will overlook it and let him go. "Really, John? You're going to need more than magic to touch me. I'm not at my peak, and yet I'm better than you were in your prime. Whenever, wherever, in any era, I could have kicked John Cena's ass", Mysterio replies.
Dom faces off with Cena. Triple H steps between them to calm the situation. The Chief Content Officer recalls Mysterio's words from a moment ago, pointing out that this is a good era, a good moment, and a good place. So, if Cena agrees with that, tonight Dom will defend the Intercontinental Championship against "The Greatest of All Time". The fans go wild. But there's more. Triple H calls for a referee, because the match will take place here and now!
Intercontinental Championship Match
Dominik Mysterio (c) vs. John Cena
Mysterio attacks Cena while being introduced by Alicia Taylor. Dominik unleashes a flurry of punches on John before posing in one of the corners. Cena recovers to launch a counterattack, but a kick from Mysterio ends "The Greatest of All Time's" momentum. Dominik corners his rival in one of the corners. "Come on, Cena!" chant the fans.
John recovers to take down the champion, who soon escapes to ringside. Dominik takes his time to return. He finally decides to head backstage, but his opponent goes after him to prevent it. Cena leads Mysterio to ringside. Dominik surprises John by throwing him against the metal stairs. Dom climbs them to taunt the fans.
Mysterio hits John's head against the stairs before returning to the ring. The referee starts the count of 10. 1..2..3..4..5..6..7..8..9... Cena manages to return, only to fall into the clutches of the champion, who applies The Three Amigos. 1..2..NO. "Come on, Cena!" chant the fans. Dom covers his ears. John tries to react, but the champion surprises him with a DDT. 1..2..NO. "I am the Champion!" Mysterio shouts to the fans in a futile attempt to silence their chants.
The action continues. Cena dodges a corner splash to counter with a flying clothesline. Both men end up lying on the ground. John tries to continue his offense with several shoulder tackles, but the champion stops him with a direct attack to one of his opponent's legs. Mysterio performs a springboard senton. 1..2..NO. John stands up, only to be knocked down with a right hand.
Dominik goes for another springboard senton, but this time his opponent stops him with his knees. John starts his classic sequence of attacks with several shoulder tackles before executing a Proto Bomb. "You Can't See Me!" John performs a Five Knuckle Shuffle. Dom escapes the subsequent Attitude Adjustment to throw his opponent against one of the posts.
The referee attends to Cena. Meanwhile, Dom removes one of the turnbuckle pads. The official notices and starts to put the pad back in place. Meanwhile, Mysterio goes for a chair, with which he returns to the ring. Dominik hits the canvas with the chair before throwing it into Cena's hands. After that, he drops to the canvas. John soon drops the chair to mimic Mysterio. The referee turns around to find both men on the ground.
Cena winks at Dom, who quickly gets up to confront the referee. John catches Mysterio, who accidentally hits the referee, who ends up at ringside. Cena catches Dom in an STFU. Mysterio submits, but there is no referee to make John's victory official. Mysterio tries to use the championship against John, but he dodges it to respond with an Attitude Adjustment. A second referee rushes to the ring. 1..2..NO.
Cena charges at Mysterio, but he dodges it, causing him to stumble against the second rope. After that, Dominik hits him with a 619. The champion seeks height to jump with a Frog Splash. John catches Dom as he tries to cover him to stand up and perform a second Attitude Adjustment. 1..2..3.
Winner and NEW Intercontinental Champion: JOHN CENA
Cena thanks the Boston fans. "Thank you very much, Boston, because thanks to you, tonight, the champion is HERE!", he exclaims before the fireworks resonate in the venue. John continues to celebrate on the entrance ramp as the segment comes to an end.
Byron Saxton interviews LA Knight in the stands. "The Megastar" congratulates John Cena on his victory tonight. Regarding The Last Time is Now tournament, LA Knight believes it's about work. And there's no one who works harder than him. Additionally, his goal remains to win championships, and after what happened tonight, he has a strong reason to win the tournament and face "The Greatest of All Time". As for his first opponent in the tournament, LA Knight points out that Nick Aldis refuses to reveal his name. However, it doesn't matter because whoever it is, they will receive a Blunt Force Trauma as he continues his path towards Saturday Night's Main Event.
John Cena is congratulated by his colleagues backstage. Rey Mysterio thanks him for teaching a lesson to his son. "He needed his butt kicked," says Rey. "He's a good kid. I hope he learned the lesson," says John as he shakes hands with the WWE Hall of Famer. John continues on his way to meet Cody Rhodes. "Congratulations, champion. John Cena's last night in Boston. How could I miss it?", says "The American Nightmare" as he shakes hands with the new Intercontinental Champion. Cena thanks him for his words. Cody applauds him as the segment comes to an end.
We see a recap of last week's events when Logan Paul knocked out CM Punk with a brass knuckle.
The Last Time is Now Tournament - First Round Match
Damian Priest vs. Rusev
Rusev and Priest observe each other before starting the match. Both struggle, taking the action to the ropes. Rusev throws a knee to Damian's stomach, who quickly counterattacks. Rusev knocks down Priest with a spinning heel kick. 1..2..NO. The Bulgarian kicks his opponent while he remains on his knees on the canvas.
Damian stands up to start a counterattack. Priest knocks down Rusev with a flying back elbow. The Puerto Rican seeks an Old School, but Rusev makes him fall from the top rope. The Bulgarian continues with a Fallaway Slam that sends his opponent out of the ring. Rusev goes after Damian to throw several punches directly to his back.
Rusev throws Priest against one of the posts. Damian pays him back. Priest takes Rusev back into the ring, where the Bulgarian surprises him with a dropkick. Priest falls on the apron. Rusev kicks his opponent while taunting him. Rusev performs two consecutive suplexes before punishing his opponent's shoulders with several elbows. Rusev catches Priest in a headlock.
Damian escapes to execute a Flatliner. Both men end up lying on the canvas. Rusev and Priest exchange attacks. Damian charges against Rusev in one of the corners before executing a Broken Arrow. Rusev stops a clothesline from Priest with an enzuigiri. After that, he finishes him off with a clothesline. 1..2..NO.
Rusev kicks Priest, who gradually gets angrier. Damian responds with a rain of attacks, culminating in a clothesline. Priest performs an Old School + diving crossbody. Both men struggle, Rusev hits Priest's injured eye, blinding him long enough to execute his Machka Kick. 1..2..3.
Winner: Rusev
Rusev sends a direct message to John Cena, making it clear that he is coming for him. "I see you!" he exclaims repeatedly while making the "You Can't See Me" gesture.
AJ Styles and Dragon Lee talk to Adam Pearce backstage. The World Tag Team Champions want to keep defending the gold, so they ask the General Manager to schedule new matches for them. Lee wants to make a difference with this reign, so Pearce just needs to send them challengers. Adam is glad to hear that. Pearce asks them for some time to prepare everything. Meanwhile, he wonders if they already have a name for their team. "The Dragons with style," Lee replies. A not entirely convinced Styles points out that they are still working on it. The champions leave, and Maxxine Dupri appears.
Pearce asks Maxxine how her training is going and if she is ready to face Becky Lynch. Dupri replies that her training is going well, but she doesn't think she's ready for "The Man". However, she has realized something. "Being ready is not a feeling. It's a choice. And I've made mine. Give me Becky," says Maxxine. Adam is pleased to hear that. The General Manager proposes that she face the Irishwoman for the Women's Intercontinental Championship next week at Madison Square Garden. "It's official. Good luck," says Pearce as he fist bumps Dupri. Adam leaves, and Becky appears out of nowhere to knock out Maxxine. "Do you think you're ready? Welcome to Big Time! You don't stand a chance," says the Irishwoman before leaving.
CM Punk makes his entrance. The fans greet him with a huge ovation. The World Heavyweight Champion greets the fans in the front row as he heads toward the commentary table, where he greets Joe Tessitore and Wade Barrett. The champion notices several WWE collectible figures, including one of Logan Paul. CM Punk lays that figure down and places Dusty Rhodes’ figure on top of it. CM Punk greets Alicia Taylor before continuing to high-five the fans. "The Best in the World" steps into the ring to begin his promo.
"CM Punk, CM Punk!", chant the fans. "I'm a little pissed off right now, and I'm not going to wait for some idiot to interrupt me. I want to call him out here and now. And I'm not wearing my gear because I have no intention of competing in any wrestling match. I'm in Boston. And if I fight someone, it'll be in the street," says CM Punk. He reminds the fans that last week he was knocked out with brass knuckles by a piece of trash named Logan Paul. "I knew Logan Paul was a piece of trash, but I didn’t know how big of one he was," he says. CM Punk reiterates that he wants to fight Paul, and that he won’t do it for the World Championship that "The Maverick" wants so badly. "You set your eyes on my belt? I’ll set my boots on your millennial neck! Get out here so I can give you the ass-kicking you deserve!" he exclaims.
Logan Paul appears on the entrance ramp.
"Hey, Punk, Punk, Punk. Why are you so mad, man? Because I’m smarter than you?" asks Logan. "The Maverick" claims there’s no one smarter than him in this place. CM Punk points out that he’s only delaying the inevitable: getting his face smashed in. Paul tells him to shut up. "The Maverick" reminds everyone that he was knocked out by the greatest boxer of all time, Floyd Mayweather, and even that doesn’t compare to the feeling of being crushed by Bronson Reed. Logan recalls that The Vision made it clear they’ll beat up anyone who stands against them. And they’ll do it week after week. That’s why he made a decision—he’s not willing to be beaten every week. "You see, Punk. I thought I knew everything. But after taking that Tsunami, my eyes opened to an entirely new vision," says Logan.
Paul Heyman, Bronson Reed, and Bron Breakker join Logan Paul. Heyman describes CM Punk as the most unpleasant person he has ever met. But that’s not the reason he has no friends. The real reason is that CM Punk is a treacherous person. "You’re simply a miserable, disgusting bastard. You’re the most unpleasant person I’ve ever met. You couldn’t be more unpleasant unless your name were AJ Lee," says Heyman.
"If my wife, AJ Lee, were here right now, she’d leave the four of you drowning in your own piss and blood. But she’s not here, so I guess I’ll be the one to get the job done. Come at me, boys. I’ll fight all five of you, because you count as two, Heyman," replies CM Punk. He prepares in the center of the ring to await the arrival of the heels. Suddenly, Jey Uso appears at his side. The two get ready to fight as their enemies surround the ring.
Cody Rhodes makes his entrance to join CM Punk and Jey Uso!
The fans sing along to “Kingdom” as The Vision enter the ring. The fight starts immediately. The action spills in and out of the ring. CM Punk hits Logan before grabbing Heyman. Logan quickly returns to free “The Oracle.” CM Punk throws “The Maverick” into the barricade. Meanwhile, Rhodes takes out Bron and looks for a steel chair to bring back into the ring. Cody, CM Punk, and Uso take turns punishing Bronson before sending him out of the ring. The faces remain standing in the ring as The Vision retreat backstage.
World Women’s Championship Match
Stephanie Vaquer (c) (with Nikki Bella) vs. Raquel Rodriguez (with Roxanne Perez)
Stephanie charges at Raquel, who quickly takes her down to the mat. Rodriguez corners the champion in one of the turnbuckles and unleashes a flurry of elbows. Raquel keeps attacking “La Primera,” who counters with a roll-up. 1..2..NO. Vaquer surprises Rodriguez with a hurricanrana before hitting a dropkick. Stephanie looks for the Devil's Kiss, but the Texan blocks it, lifting the champion onto her shoulders to drop her onto one of the corners. Raquel follows up with a clothesline. 1..2..NO.
Rodriguez hits the champion with a powerslam. “La Primera” tries to recover but is knocked down again with a shoulder tackle. The Texan delivers several elbow drops before locking the champion in a headlock. Raquel crushes Vaquer with a corner splash. Rodriguez locks Stephanie in a painful submission hold.
Rodriguez traps Stephanie in a Canadian Backbreaker. The Chilean manages to escape with a sunset flip. Furious, Raquel charges at Stephanie, who dodges and strikes back hard. Vaquer launches herself with a diving crossbody. Stephanie follows up with a running meteora. 1..2..NO. Vaquer sets up for her SVB, but the Texan blocks it and responds with a suplex. Rodriguez finishes Vaquer with a big boot. 1..2..NO.
Stephanie blocks a Texana Bomb by throwing Raquel into one of the corners. “La Primera” executes a running meteora. Rodriguez blocks it and counters with a powerbomb. 1..2..NO. Stephanie stops Rodriguez in one of the corners, applying an armbar using the ropes. The referee has to intervene.
Roxanne decides to act, grabbing one of Stephanie’s legs from ringside. Nikki comes to the Chilean’s aid, throwing Perez into the barricade. Vaquer launches herself with a springboard crossbody, but Raquel catches her midair and hits a Fallaway Slam. Stephanie dodges a Vader Bomb to surprise Raquel with the Devil's Kiss. The Chilean follows with a superkick before executing a final Sky Twister Press. 1..2..3.
Winner and STILL WWE Women’s World Champion: Stephanie Vaquer
Roxanne attacks Vaquer from behind. Nikki quickly rushes into the ring to go after Perez. Stephanie hits her with a superkick to send her out of the ring. The Texans regroup on the entrance ramp while Bella and Vaquer share a hug. Nikki raises Stephanie’s arm before going to retrieve the world title. Bella picks up the championship belt—and smashes it right into the Chilean’s face! Vaquer collapses to the mat. The fans boo Nikki, who poses with the championship over her fallen victim. Bella drops the title onto Stephanie before heading backstage.
CM Punk, Cody Rhodes, and Jey Uso are talking backstage. Adam Pearce approaches them to ask if they’re okay. “NO,” replies CM Punk. “The Best in the World” says that they’re fine physically, but they’re tired of playing games. He’s got a team, so he suggests Pearce talk to Paul Heyman to end this “game.” Pearce asks if he’s really asking what he thinks he’s asking. CM Punk calls out William Regal. The Brit appears on the scene. “Gentlemen… WARGAMES!” he declares. “Boys, get ready for war,” says Pearce before leaving. Jey, CM Punk, and Cody bump fists as the segment comes to an end.
Last Time is Now Tournament – First Round Match
Sheamus vs. Shinsuke Nakamura
Shinsuke and Sheamus lock up in a series of holds, blocks, and counters that ends with the Irishman taking down his opponent with a clothesline. Nakamura fires back with several kicks. Sheamus halts the Japanese star’s offense and delivers a suplex. Sheamus traps his opponent and applies a Dublin Smile before unleashing a flurry of strikes in the corner. “C’mon!” shouts Shinsuke, daring the Irishman to hit him.
Nakamura catches Sheamus and places him on the top rope. The Japanese superstar looks for a knee strike, but his rival dodges just in time. Shinsuke blocks the Beats of the Bodhran and responds with a barrage of kicks by the ropes. Sheamus surprises the Japanese competitor by slamming him against the apron. Sheamus celebrates with the fans before returning to the ring.
Sheamus hits his opponent with several knees. The Irishman connects with a diving knee drop. 1..2..NO. Sheamus locks the Japanese star in a submission hold. Nakamura breaks free and strikes Sheamus in the corner before hitting a sliding German suplex. Shinsuke follows up by locking Sheamus in a tight submission hold.
Sheamus escapes and applies a modified Boston Crab. Shinsuke crawls to the ropes to force the break. Sheamus sets up for the Celtic Cross. The Japanese superstar avoids it but gets caught with a rolling senton. Sheamus climbs to the top rope. Nakamura meets him up there and delivers a superplex. 1..2..NO. Shinsuke unleashes a series of knees on the Irishman, who is down on the mat.
Nakamura keeps kicking Sheamus. The Irishman tells him not to stop. Fired up, Sheamus stands up and trades strikes with the Japanese wrestler. Sheamus surprises Shinsuke with a backbreaker before dragging him to the ropes to deliver 10 Beats of the Bodhran. Sheamus sets up for the Brogue Kick, but Nakamura counters with a slingblade.
Sheamus dodges a Kinshasa and counters with a knee strike. 1..2..NO. Nakamura grabs the bottom rope to break the pin. Sheamus lifts Nakamura onto his shoulders and takes him to the second rope. Shinsuke escapes and counters with a sit-out powerbomb. 1..2..NO. Nakamura looks for the Kinshasa, but Sheamus reverses into a roll-up. 1..2..NO. The action continues. Sheamus dodges a kick from the Japanese superstar and connects with a devastating Brogue Kick. 1..2..3.
Winner: Sheamus
Sheamus helps Shinsuke to his feet. Both men show mutual respect.
Adam Pearce announces, through the Raw lottery drum, the first-round matches for next week. In the first match, Je’Von Evans will face Gunther. Meanwhile, Solo Sikoa will go one-on-one against… Pearce opens the ball containing the Samoan’s opponent’s name. A smile appears on the General Manager’s face, as he chooses to keep the name secret until next week.
WWE Women’s Tag Team Championship Match
Alexa Bliss and Charlotte Flair (c) vs. The Kabuki Warriors (Asuka and Kairi Sane)
The champions charge at the Japanese challengers to start the fight. Alexa unleashes a flurry of strikes on Sane, who quickly tags in Asuka. Charlotte gets the tag to face “The Empress of Tomorrow.” Kairi tags back in to surprise Flair with a diving elbow drop. 1..2..NO. Charlotte clears the ring of the Japanese duo, who end up at ringside. Alexa goes after Kairi, but Asuka steps in. The distraction allows Sane to catch the champion from the apron.
Asuka and Kairi work together perfectly against Bliss, who takes a dropkick from “The Pirate Princess”. Asuka makes the cover. 1..2..NO. Sane corners Alexa and hits a sliding forearm. Kairi keeps attacking Bliss before tagging in Asuka. The Japanese duo attempt a double suplex, but the champion counters with a double DDT.
Charlotte gets the tag and hits a diving crossbody on the challengers. Flair chops both women repeatedly. Flair takes down Asuka with a handspring clothesline before delivering a Fallaway Slam. Another one for Kairi! Charlotte climbs to the top and takes flight with a moonsault onto both opponents. Flair covers Sane. 1..2..NO. Asuka breaks the pin.
Charlotte and Asuka trade blows in the center of the ring. Asuka stuns Flair with a back fist. Charlotte responds with a German suplex. Kairi tries to interfere, but Alexa stops her. The champions hit simultaneous Natural Selections on their opponents, but Asuka traps Flair in the Asuka Lock. “The Queen” escapes to keep fighting.
Flair escapes an armbar and looks for a Boston Crab. Asuka breaks free and kicks Charlotte in the head. Asuka goes for her finisher, but Flair halts her with a big boot. Charlotte locks in the Figure Eight. Kairi tries to stop it with an Insane Elbow, but Bliss intercepts her and delivers a Sister Abigail. The referee checks on Kairi, giving Lash Legend and Nia Jax the chance to run in and pull Flair’s arms, breaking the hold.
Bliss goes after Nia and Lash, but Sane attacks her from behind and sends her crashing onto the commentary table. Kairi returns to the apron, where Charlotte meets her. Asuka takes advantage and hits “The Queen” with a chop block. Sane throws Charlotte into the post before tagging in Asuka. Asuka holds Flair as Kairi connects with an Insane Elbow. 1..2..3.
Winners and NEW WWE Women’s Tag Team Champions: THE KABUKI WARRIORS
Nia and Lash continue attacking Charlotte and Alexa as Asuka and Kairi watch closely. The new champions stare down Jax and Legend, and all four decide to unite forces to keep assaulting the former champions. Suddenly...
IYO SKY returns to Raw!
"The Genius of the Sky" takes out Lash before kicking Nia. IYO launches herself at Asuka and Kairi with a double springboard dropkick. SKY gets ready to fight Nia, but Lash comes back to knock her out with a huge right hand. Nia, Lash, Asuka, and Kairi resume their assault, this time including IYO as well.
THIS IS MY BRUTALITY!
Rhea Ripley (wearing a protective face mask) rushes into the ring, quickly taking out the heels one by one. Each villain gets sent to ringside. Ripley grabs Kairi and delivers a Razor’s Edge. “The Pirate Princess” crashes down onto Lash, Nia, and Asuka. Ripley calls for a microphone and steps toward the ropes to stare directly at her enemies. “WARGAMES!” yells the Australian. The fans go wild. That’s how this week’s episode comes to an end.
