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WWE RAW Opener:
This week's three-hour WWE Raw started with the standard Raw intro video before full pyro shot off inside the arena. Michael Cole introduced the show, noting they are 24 hours removed from a controversial main event conclusion to Punk vs. Cena at Night of Champions last night.
After a pause, Cult of Personality played, but Paul Heyman came out instead of Punk, borrowing a move from his association with Brock Lesnar. As Heyman walked out to the ring, Cole plugged "exclusive footage" from Night of Champions to air tonight.
In the ring, Heyman introduced himself to boos. He said last night he felt like each and every fan witnessing history - history when C.M. Punk successfully defended the WWE Title against John Cena. Heyman acknowledged boos by noting he agrees the end of the match is embroiled in controversy. Heyman then welcomed out referee Chad Patton to discuss the finish last night. Patton walked out to the ring as Cole noted he has a clean record as a referee. Heyman then directed Patton's attention to a still photo from Night of Champions when both men's shoulders were down for a three count.
Heyman said everyone likes to be a critic, including John Cena over his decision last night. Heyman asked Patton if he made the right decision, to which Patton replied that he did. Heyman thanked him for his integrity. Heyman then introduced fan footage from the finish of the match, which Heyman claimed has conveniently been removed by Cena. Back live, Heyman said it proves the outcome to be fair and a tie, with the tie going to the champion. Heyman said it also proves Punk is worthy of respect.
As Heyman pushed a button that Punk walked into Cena's hometown and retained the WWE Title, Cena's music interrupted to bring out an upset Cena. "Paul, shut up," Cena told Heyman, who tried to speak first. Cena said he actually agrees with Heyman and said Patton made the right call last night. Cena acknowledged about two people chanting, "Cena sucks," which fed the chant to grow to a louder chant. Cena then said he had nothing to do with pulling the YouTube footage. He said he knows Patton is not biased and they had a conversation not about the finish, but about the finality of Patton's decision. Cena said they had an epic match of WrestleMania proportions last night and when Patton explained that the match was a draw, it's like ending the Super Bowl in a tie. Cena asked the crowd if a draw is how they wanted the match to end. The crowd booed.
Cena turned to Heyman and noted Punk has always been clamoring for respect, so retaining the WWE Title via a tie isn't exactly earning respect. Heyman said his opinion is Punk earned respect. "No!" chants from the crowd, which Cena acknowledged. He said the opinion from Heyman and Punk is different than his. Cena said earning respect is about leaving no doubt - no ties - and beating anyone on any given night. He said he's with the crowd that he wants to find out the real winner. Cena said he can do this on one good leg and have the re-match right here tonight.
Heyman said he's sure Punk would be very happy to acknowledge Cena's challenge... when he gets here tonight. But, hearing it from him is the same as hearing it from Punk because he is the Voice of the Voice of the Voiceless. Heyman deftly avoided turning that into a comedy line like "assistant to the manager" in The Office. Suddenly, Alberto Del Rio's music interrupted. Del Rio, dressed in a suit with Ricardo Rodriguez by his side, said Cena lost fair and square last night, whereas he was screwed by Booker T when the Brogue Kick was banned two weeks ago, then re-instated. Del Rio said he wasn't completely ready for his opponent at Night of Champions, so if anyone deserves a re-match, it's the man who never lies - Alberto Del Rio.
Suddenly, A.J.'s music interrupted. A.J. skipped out on-stage in a short skirt and business suit, circled the ring, and entered the ring. A.J. said perhaps they both deserve second chances. So, she's going to take the two main events from last night to create a "super main event!" A.J. booked Punk and Del Rio against Cena and Sheamus in a tag match. She said the outcome could help determine whether there are any title re-matches. A.J.'s music hit and she skipped out of the ring with Heyman trying to chase her down, but not fast enough to catch up with A.J.'s skipping. A.J. skipped to the back as Heyman sold frustration ringside.
- We see Rey Mysterio and Sin Cara walking backstage as we go to commercial.
- Back from the break and Michael Cole is wearing a “Long Live the King†t-shirt. Cole talks about what happened to Jerry Lawler last week. Cole shows us the Tout video that Lawler did from the hospital last week. Cole announces that Lawler is back home in Memphis. Cole says Lawler is watching tonight and says we will have footage later of Lawler’s return home. Lawler will have an exclusive interview on RAW next Monday night.
- Justin Roberts introduces John Bradshaw Layfield and out comes the former WWE Champion. JBL joins Cole for commentary. Jim Ross is introduced next and out he comes as the third man.
Rey Mysterio and Sin Cara vs. Primo and Epico
We go to the ring and out comes Rey Mysterio followed by his tag team partner Sin Cara. Primo and Epico are already in the ring and here we go. Primo starts off with Cara. Rey tags in and they double team Primo as Rosa Mendes screams from ringside.
Cara comes back in for more double teaming. Cara works on Primo’s arm as we go to commercial.
Back from the break and Epico has Cara down on the mat. Primo tags in but Cara tosses him. Cara tries for a tag but Primo stops him. Cara counters with a tornado DDT. Rey tags in as Epico does. Rey unloads and hits a big kick to the head for a 2 count. Rey shoves Epico in the corner and drops him face first with a hurricanrana. Rey tags in Cara and they double team him in position for 619. Primo comes in and gets put in position also. Rey hits a double 619 and leaps from the apron onto Primo and the floor. Cara hits a splash on Epico from the top for the win.
Winners: Rey Mysterio and Sin Cara
After the match, Cara and Mysterio are celebrating when they’re attack from behind by Titus O’Neil and Darren Young. They beat them down and hit their finishers as the crowd boos. Titus takes a mic at ringside and he’s pissed about losing the #1 contendership last week. Titus says from now on they will do the taking. Young botches his part of the promo and they walk off leaving Cara and Rey in the ring.
- Still to come tonight, Kane and Daniel Bryan will defend the tag titles against Kofi Kingston and R-Truth. JR hypes the tag team main event with Cena and Sheamus vs. Del Rio and Punk.
- The announcers talk about WWE’s new partnership with Susan G. Komen.
- Back from the break and Cole announces that The Miz will debut his MizTV segment tonight and his guest will be Booker T.
Beth Phoenix vs. Eve Torres
We go to the ring and Beth Phoenix waits. Former WWE Divas Champion Layla is on commentary. Out next comes the new Divas Champion Eve Torres.
Beth takes Eve down first but she comes back with a headlock. Beth comes back and unloads with right hands. Beth slams her on the back of her head and is told to back off by the referee. Beth goes for the Glam Slam but Eve fights out. Eve beats her down. Beth turns it around in the corner with a splash and a kick. More back and forth until Eve rolls Beth up out of nowhere for the win.
Winner: Eve Torres
- Eve taunts Layla with the Divas Title after the match. Layla stands up and they face off at ringside before Eve walks off.
- Still to come, Cena and Sheamus vs. Punk and Del Rio in the main event. Back to commercial.
- They show footage from SmackDown where Tyson Kidd and Brodus Clay got into it with United States Champion Antonio Cesaro.
Brodus Clay vs. Heath Slater
We go to the ring and out comes Brodus Clay with Cameron and Naomi. We see Heath Slater waiting at ringside. Aksana and United States Champion Antonio Cesaro are on commentary. Clay starts the match with a big shot on Slater. Clay takes him to the corner. Slater takes out Clay’s leg and turns it around on him in the corner.
Slater takes Clay back down and keeps him grounded. Clay fights up and out, sending Slater across the ring. Clay continues when Cesaro jumps on the apron and distracts him. Slater takes advantage and drops Clay for a close 2 count. Slater goes to the top but Clay headbutts him in mid-air. Clay hits a splash for the win.
Winner: Brodus Clay
- Cesaro leaves with Aksana as Clay brings kids in the ring to dance with he, Cameron and Naomi.
- We see Intercontinental Champion The Miz walking backstage. He’s headed out for the debut MizTV segment. Back to commercial.
The MizTV
As an upside-down WWE logo hung over the ring, The Miz's music played to bring out the Intercontinental champion for the first edition of his new talk show. On-stage, Miz held up his title belt before rhetorically asking the crowd what they should get the IC champion who has everything. He said what you get him is his very own talk show. Miz confidently strutted into the ring and plugged his show before comparing it to Piper's Pit, Cutting Edge, and the Highlight Reel. Has Christian fallen that far off the map where the Peep Show isn't mentioned? Miz said the one thing missing from Pit, Edge, and Reel is they weren't as controversial, charismatic, or awesome as his show will be. Miz then introduced Smackdown GM at the top of the hour.
Smackdown GM Booker T emerged on-stage to salute the crowd before making his way to the ring to discuss matters with Miz, who complained about Booker putting him in a fatal four-way match last night. Once Booker entered the ring, Miz asked him how honored he is to be the first guest on MizTV. Miz took the mic away from Booker before he could respond, then proceeded to insult Booker with back-handed compliments. Miz followed with a question on why Booker is against him. Miz paused for a "Booker T" chant before re-asking Booker why he put him against three competitors last night. Speaking of which, why did Booker ban the Brogue Kick, then re-instate it? Miz suggested Booker misses the spotlight. Miz offered Booker the mic, but pulled it back before Booker could speak again. "Boring" chant from the crowd, which JBL acknowledged.
Miz continued that Booker is driven crazy by his time being over. Booker suddenly grabbed the mic from Miz and stared him down. He called that conclusion "interesting" before noting Miz likes to talk a lot. He told Miz to find a new guest tonight. After a pause, Ryback's music played to bring out Ryback on-stage. Ross noted business just picked up and JBL said this will make things un-boring. Miz bailed from the ring, then Ryback proceeded to destroy the set, which consisted of couches, director's chairs, and speakers. JBL asked where Dr. Shelby is when you need him. Miz finished his destruction by power-lifting the final couch into the air before chucking it over the top rope at Miz's feet. Miz scampered away as the crowd popped for Ryback. His music played and the crowd chanted, "Feed me more," with Ryback. On-stage, Miz freaked out while sweating in his fancy suit. Interesting to see a big step-up for Ryback if this turns into an actual feud.
- We go ringside to Michael Cole, JBL and Jim Ross. They show us last week’s Tout video from Jerry Lawler again. Cole reminds us that Lawler is back home in Memphis and everyone says hello to him. Still to come is footage of Lawler arriving home earlier today. Back to commercial.
Backstage:
CM Punk and Paul Heyman are backstage talking when Josh Mathews walks up. He asks if Punk is looking forward to teaming up with Del Rio. Punk calls him an idiot and says he’s not looking forward to teaming with anyone. Punk asks after last night, what does he have to do to get respect.
Santino Marella vs. Dolph Ziggler
We go to the ring and out comes Santino Marella. Out next comes Vickie Guerrero and Santino’s opponent Dolph Ziggler.
Ziggler starts off with more offense and takes control. Santino does some power walking and sweeps Ziggler for a 2 count. Santino with an arm drag now. Ziggler comes back and hits a neckbreaker as the crowd starts chanting his name. Ziggler with an elbow drop for a 2 count. Ziggler stomps on Santino and pulls out his Cobra. Ziggler rubs it in and calls Santino an idiot and a joke. Ziggler throws the Cobra but Santino starts fighting back. Ziggler drops him with a right hand and covers for 2.
Santino makes a comeback and hits his usual moves. He goes for the Cobra but Vickie pulls it out of the ring. Santino turns around to a leg drop from Ziggler. Ziggler with the Zig Zag for the win.
Winner: Dolph Ziggler
After the match, Vickie comes in the ring and shoves the Cobra in Santino’s mouth as we go to commercial.
Wade Barrett vs. Justin Gabriel
Back from the break and we get a look back at Wade Barrett’s promo from SmackDown. We go to the ring and out comes Barrett for a match. His opponent Justin Gabriel is out next.
The bell rings and Gabriel strikes with a kick . They run the ropes and Gabriel with a head scissors takedown and some pin attempts. Barrett turns it around with a low kick. They end up on the floor and Barrett works Gabriel over. Barrett rolls Gabriel in and uses the ring post on him. Barrett comes back in and works over Gabriel in the corner. Barrett continues the assault for another pin attempt.
Barrett keeps Gabriel on the mat and a “we want Nexus†chant breaks out for the former partners. Gabriel makes a comeback with several kicks. Barrett cuts him off but Gabriel counters with an inverted DDT. Gabriel hits a springboard moonsault for 2. Gabriel with more kicks. Barrett ducks one and lifts Gabriel high before slamming him down. Barrett rakes Gabriel’s face and levels him with a huge right forearm for the win.
Winner: Wade Barrett
- More hype for tonight’s tag team main event. Back to commercial.
Backstage:
Back from the break and R-Truth was wearing a birthday hat and talking to his invisible Little Jimmy friend. Kofi Kingston entered the room and said today isn't his birthday, and they need to focus on the Tag Title match up next, but Truth ignored him. Suddenly, Jared from Subway entered the shot to announce Subway's birthday. Jared went for the cheap pop referencing they're in Bridgeport, which he said is home of the original Subway sandwich. Truth asked Jared what he thinks of Jimmy's sandwich ideas, which Jared no-sold. Jared handed over two sandwiches, but Truth requested a third for Jimmy. Jared reluctantly obliged.
Suddenly, Damien Sandow entered the shot to offer his own sandwich idea. Jared shot it down, then offered him a meatball marinara sub. Sandow told him he's welcome, then walked off. Jared had the camera on him alone for an awkward three seconds before he turned to the right to see Ryback. The crowd laughed in the background before Ryback shouted, "Feed me more!" Jared frantically gave him a sub, but Ryback grabbed a second one before leaving.
Backstage:
World Hvt. champion Sheamus was shown talking, then the camera showed John Cena listening, but not really listening. Sheamus talked up his title victory, then slapped Cena on the back to wake him up. Sheamus said Cena can't get down on himself for not winning the WWE Title last night. Cena pepped up and said he's not down on himself; he just needs to validate a title re-match, so they must win the tag match tonight. Sheamus told Cena not to worry because they're going to win, then have a pint celebrating everything under the sun. Sheamus walked off, leaving Cena to mutter to himself and question Sheamus with his eyebrows.
Backstage:
Daniel Bryan was shown yelling at no one in particular, then random people down the hallway that he's the tag team champion. They cut to Kane doing the same in a separate hallway. Kane paused to intimidate a random man before continuing down the hallway. We go to commercial.
WWE Tag Team Title Match
Kofi Kingston and R-Truth vs. Kane and Daniel Bryan
We go to the ring and out comes Kofi Kingston and R-Truth for their rematch from Night of Champions. The new WWE Tag Team Champions Kane and Daniel Bryan are out next with Bryan coming out first.
The match starts with Kane and Bryan arguing. Bryan starts off with Kofi. They lock up and Bryan applies a headlock. Bryan drops Kofi with a shoulder but Kofi comes back with an elbow. Kofi takes control and tags Truth in for a bit of double teaming. Kofi comes back in with a crossbody for 2. Bryan tags in Kane. Kofi backs Kane to the corner but Kane turns it around and beats him down.
More back and forth action. Kane gets dumped over the top and out to the floor. Bryan comes in but Kofi tosses him over the top and onto Kane. Kane and Bryan start arguing on the floor as we go back to commercial.
Back from the break and Kane has Truth in a bearhug. Truth fights out and comes off the second rope with a dropkick. Kofi springboards in off a tag and goes to work on Kane. Kofi with a bunch of right hands in the corner. Kane looks to turn it around but Kofi kicks him in the head. Kofi with a crossbody for 2. Kofi with another big kick to the face and the Boom Drop on Kane. Kofi calls for Trouble in Paradise but Kane grabs him for a chokeslam. Kofi slides out and goes for a Trouble in Paradise from the corner but Kane knocks him out of mid-air with a right hand. Kane calls for a chokeslam but Bryan tags himself in and they argue.
Bryan and Truth go at it now with Truth in control. 2 count by Truth. Kofi tags back in and they double team Bryan. Kofi with another pin attempt and then a submission. Kofi with a dropkick to the jaw and another pin attempt. Truth comes back in for more double teaming. Truth with a 2 count now. Truth takes Bryan down with a headlock. Bryan finally turns it around and drops Truth in the corner. Kane tags in and goes to the top. He comes crashing down on Truth and then dropkicks him in the face for 2. Kane with a splash in the corner and a big sideslam. Kane calls for the chokeslam but Bryan tries tagging in. Kane sees him and grabs him by the throat. Bryan drops Kane over the top rope. Kane turns around to a slam from Truth for a close 2 count. Bryan makes the save but Kofi takes him to the floor. Kane chokeslams Truth as Bryan comes in and applies the No Lock for the win.
Winners: Kane and Daniel Bryan
After the match, Bryan grabs both title belts and yells that he’s the tag team champions. He gets in Kane’s face. Kane grabs both belts and yells that he’s the champions now. Bryan tells Kane the people want them to hug. They hug it out once again and Bryan snatches his belt back. They start yelling about who’s the tag team champions.
- We see footage from a “be a STAR†rally in Bridgeport from March of this year. Justin Roberts welcomes a group of local school kids in the crowd with their parents and they are all wearing “be a STAR†t-shirts.
- Randy Orton is walking backstage as we go to commercial.
Randy Orton vs. Tensai
Back from the commercial and out comes Randy Orton. Out next comes his opponent Tensai with Sakamoto.
The bell rings and they lock up. Orton dumps Tensai in the corner and they lock up again but Orton kicks him. Tensai takes Orton to the corner but he fights out. Tensai drops Orton with a big shot. Orton comes back with an uppercut. Tensai drops Orton with a big shoulder. Tensai takes it back to the corner and hits Orton with headbutts. Tensai with more body shots now and a rake to the face.
Orton tries to fight back but Tensai scoops him for a slam and a pin attempt. Tensai with more offense on the mat. Tensai drops an elbow for another 2 count. Tensai applies a bearhug. Orton fights out but Tensai drops him with another headbutt. Tensai kicks Orton and drives knees into his back. Tensai with a claw hold now. Orton finally catches Tensai with a slam. Tensai rolls to the floor and catches Orton with a right hand. Orton catches Tensai coming in the ring with kicks to the face. Orton goes for the second rope draping DDT and nails it.
Orton hits the mat and readies for the RKO. Tensai blocks it but misses a splash in the corner. Orton comes right back with a big RKO for the win.
Winner: Randy Orton
- Still to come, Cena and Sheamus vs. Punk and Del Rio. Back to commercial.
Backstage:
Heyman and Punk are chatting again when David Otunga walks up with Del Rio. Otunga says they want Punk to follow Del Rio’s lead tonight. Heyman says Punk follows no one’s lead. Del Rio whispers to Otunga. Otunga says it looks like Punk sleeps in a cardboard box on a street. Punk whispers to Heyman now. Heyman reminds them about Survivor Series last year when Punk beat Del Rio for the WWE Title. Punk tells Del Rio he’s looking forward to teaming tonight. Del Rio says it will be an honor and walks off.
Damien Sandow vs. Zack Ryder
We go to the ring and out comes Damien Sandow. Sandow is pleased to announce that summer vacation has come to an end. Sandow talks about his favorite season – back to school. Sandow tells Jim Ross that slobberknocker is not a word. Sandow has a list of words for us. Sandow goes on but is interrupted by Zack Ryder. Ryder cuts a promo and calls him professor buzzkill. Ryder has two words for Sandow – shut up now. Ryder says AJ just made this match and it’s happening now. We go back to commercial.
Back from the break and the match is in progress. Ryder turns it around and drops Sandow on his face. Ryder clotheslines Sandow to the floor and leaps out onto him. Ryder brings it back in the ring for a 2 count.
Sandow turns it around and stomps on Ryder for a pin attempt. Sandow drops Ryder again and smears his face in the mat. Sandow with a 2 count. Sandow drops a big knee drop and bows to the crowd. Sandow with another pin attempt and then a headlock. Sandow goes on and drops another elbow for another pin attempt. Sandow takes Ryder to the corner with shoulder thrusts. Sandow misses a splash and Ryder rolls him up for 2. Ryder with another counter and a roll up for 2. They trade shots now. Ryder comes back with clotheslines and slams Sandow’s face into the mat. Ryder with a big right hand and a leaping right in the corner. Ryder goes for the Broski Boot but Sandow rolls to the floor. Ryder meets him on the floor and clotheslines him. Ryder rolls Sandow back in but Sandow takes him to the corner. Sandow goes down again and Ryder nails the Broski Boot for a 2 count.
Sandow gets up and hits Ryder with his neckbreaker finisher for the win.
Winner: Damien Sandow
- We see the footage of Jerry Lawler returning to Memphis earlier today. Cole hypes next week’s interview with Lawler.
- Still to come, Cena and Sheamus vs. Punk and Del Rio. Back to commercial.
Sheamus and John Cena vs. CM Punk and Alberto Del Rio
Back from commercial and out comes the World Heavyweight Champion Sheamus. John Cena is out next. Ricardo Rodriguez is at ringside to introduce Alberto Del Rio, who comes in driving a 2012 Rolls Royce. WWE Champion CM Punk is out next with Paul Heyman.
Punk starts the match by holding up the WWE Title belt for several minutes as Heyman claps at ringside. We go to commercial with Punk still holding the belt in the air.
Back from the break and Punk starts out with Cena. Punk immediately tags in Del Rio and goes to the floor to talk with Heyman. Del Rio and Cena lock up and go at it. Del Rio takes him to the corner and beats him down. Cena turns it around and gets a 2 count. Cena tags in Sheamus and they double team Del Rio a bit. Sheamus takes him to the corner and beats him down. Del Rio gets a boot up but Sheamus catches him with the Celtic Cross for 2. Cena tags in but Del Rio kicks him and tags Punk in. Cena unloads on Punk and hits a bulldog. Cena goes for the Attitude Adjustment but Punk fights out and goes to the floor after a thumb to Cena’s eye.
Punk comes back in and stomps away on Cena. Del Rio tags back in and they double team Cena. Del Rio chokes Cena on the ropes as Punk gets in a cheap shot. Punk tags himself back in and they double team Cena again. Cena fights them both off but Punk hits a drop toe hold and takes Cena down. Sheamus comes in and takes Punk to the corner. Sheamus beats Punk down and clotheslines him for a 2 count. Punk gets an elbow up and tags in Del Rio. Del Rio hits a big boot and then a kick to the head on Sheamus. Del Rio taunts Cena and punches on Sheamus some more. Sheamus moves and Del Rio gets hung up on the apron. Sheamus hits the forearm to the chest as the crowd counts. Sheamus hits White Noise on Del Rio. Sheamus calls for the Brogue Kick but has to knock Punk off the apron. Del Rio sneaks up with a Backstabber on Sheamus for 2.
Punk tags back in and works over Sheamus. They trade shots until Punk dropkicks the leg out. Punk taunts Sheamus and applies a submission with his knees to the back. Sheamus counters and gets a 2 count. Del Rio comes back in and keeps control of Sheamus. Sheamus fights out but Del Rio cuts him off and stomps on his head for another pin attempt. Sheamus catches Del Rio with a big backbreaker and both go down. Cena tags in as Punk does also. Cena hits the shoulderblocks and side slam. Cena calls for the Five Knuckle Shuffle but Punk tries to kick him. Cena grabs it and goes for the STF. Del Rio makes the save but gets a Brogue Kick from Sheamus. Punk takes out Sheamus. Cena hits the AA on Punk for the win.
Winners: John Cena and Sheamus
After the match, Sheamus and John Cena embrace in the ring before Cena leaves and goes up the ramp. Punk and Heyman argue with the referee about the count as we go to replays. Replays show that Punk had his foot on the bottom rope but the referee missed the call. The referee tries to leave but Punk gets in his face. Heyman gets in between them but Punk won’t give up. Punk follows him up the ramp and yells that his foot was on the ropes. Punk follows the referee into the back and RAW goes off the air.[/quote]
WWE RAW Opener:
This week's three-hour WWE Raw started with the standard Raw intro video before full pyro shot off inside the arena. Michael Cole introduced the show, noting they are 24 hours removed from a controversial main event conclusion to Punk vs. Cena at Night of Champions last night.
After a pause, Cult of Personality played, but Paul Heyman came out instead of Punk, borrowing a move from his association with Brock Lesnar. As Heyman walked out to the ring, Cole plugged "exclusive footage" from Night of Champions to air tonight.
In the ring, Heyman introduced himself to boos. He said last night he felt like each and every fan witnessing history - history when C.M. Punk successfully defended the WWE Title against John Cena. Heyman acknowledged boos by noting he agrees the end of the match is embroiled in controversy. Heyman then welcomed out referee Chad Patton to discuss the finish last night. Patton walked out to the ring as Cole noted he has a clean record as a referee. Heyman then directed Patton's attention to a still photo from Night of Champions when both men's shoulders were down for a three count.
Heyman said everyone likes to be a critic, including John Cena over his decision last night. Heyman asked Patton if he made the right decision, to which Patton replied that he did. Heyman thanked him for his integrity. Heyman then introduced fan footage from the finish of the match, which Heyman claimed has conveniently been removed by Cena. Back live, Heyman said it proves the outcome to be fair and a tie, with the tie going to the champion. Heyman said it also proves Punk is worthy of respect.
As Heyman pushed a button that Punk walked into Cena's hometown and retained the WWE Title, Cena's music interrupted to bring out an upset Cena. "Paul, shut up," Cena told Heyman, who tried to speak first. Cena said he actually agrees with Heyman and said Patton made the right call last night. Cena acknowledged about two people chanting, "Cena sucks," which fed the chant to grow to a louder chant. Cena then said he had nothing to do with pulling the YouTube footage. He said he knows Patton is not biased and they had a conversation not about the finish, but about the finality of Patton's decision. Cena said they had an epic match of WrestleMania proportions last night and when Patton explained that the match was a draw, it's like ending the Super Bowl in a tie. Cena asked the crowd if a draw is how they wanted the match to end. The crowd booed.
Cena turned to Heyman and noted Punk has always been clamoring for respect, so retaining the WWE Title via a tie isn't exactly earning respect. Heyman said his opinion is Punk earned respect. "No!" chants from the crowd, which Cena acknowledged. He said the opinion from Heyman and Punk is different than his. Cena said earning respect is about leaving no doubt - no ties - and beating anyone on any given night. He said he's with the crowd that he wants to find out the real winner. Cena said he can do this on one good leg and have the re-match right here tonight.
Heyman said he's sure Punk would be very happy to acknowledge Cena's challenge... when he gets here tonight. But, hearing it from him is the same as hearing it from Punk because he is the Voice of the Voice of the Voiceless. Heyman deftly avoided turning that into a comedy line like "assistant to the manager" in The Office. Suddenly, Alberto Del Rio's music interrupted. Del Rio, dressed in a suit with Ricardo Rodriguez by his side, said Cena lost fair and square last night, whereas he was screwed by Booker T when the Brogue Kick was banned two weeks ago, then re-instated. Del Rio said he wasn't completely ready for his opponent at Night of Champions, so if anyone deserves a re-match, it's the man who never lies - Alberto Del Rio.
Suddenly, A.J.'s music interrupted. A.J. skipped out on-stage in a short skirt and business suit, circled the ring, and entered the ring. A.J. said perhaps they both deserve second chances. So, she's going to take the two main events from last night to create a "super main event!" A.J. booked Punk and Del Rio against Cena and Sheamus in a tag match. She said the outcome could help determine whether there are any title re-matches. A.J.'s music hit and she skipped out of the ring with Heyman trying to chase her down, but not fast enough to catch up with A.J.'s skipping. A.J. skipped to the back as Heyman sold frustration ringside.
- We see Rey Mysterio and Sin Cara walking backstage as we go to commercial.
- Back from the break and Michael Cole is wearing a “Long Live the King†t-shirt. Cole talks about what happened to Jerry Lawler last week. Cole shows us the Tout video that Lawler did from the hospital last week. Cole announces that Lawler is back home in Memphis. Cole says Lawler is watching tonight and says we will have footage later of Lawler’s return home. Lawler will have an exclusive interview on RAW next Monday night.
- Justin Roberts introduces John Bradshaw Layfield and out comes the former WWE Champion. JBL joins Cole for commentary. Jim Ross is introduced next and out he comes as the third man.
Rey Mysterio and Sin Cara vs. Primo and Epico
We go to the ring and out comes Rey Mysterio followed by his tag team partner Sin Cara. Primo and Epico are already in the ring and here we go. Primo starts off with Cara. Rey tags in and they double team Primo as Rosa Mendes screams from ringside.
Cara comes back in for more double teaming. Cara works on Primo’s arm as we go to commercial.
Back from the break and Epico has Cara down on the mat. Primo tags in but Cara tosses him. Cara tries for a tag but Primo stops him. Cara counters with a tornado DDT. Rey tags in as Epico does. Rey unloads and hits a big kick to the head for a 2 count. Rey shoves Epico in the corner and drops him face first with a hurricanrana. Rey tags in Cara and they double team him in position for 619. Primo comes in and gets put in position also. Rey hits a double 619 and leaps from the apron onto Primo and the floor. Cara hits a splash on Epico from the top for the win.
Winners: Rey Mysterio and Sin Cara
After the match, Cara and Mysterio are celebrating when they’re attack from behind by Titus O’Neil and Darren Young. They beat them down and hit their finishers as the crowd boos. Titus takes a mic at ringside and he’s pissed about losing the #1 contendership last week. Titus says from now on they will do the taking. Young botches his part of the promo and they walk off leaving Cara and Rey in the ring.
- Still to come tonight, Kane and Daniel Bryan will defend the tag titles against Kofi Kingston and R-Truth. JR hypes the tag team main event with Cena and Sheamus vs. Del Rio and Punk.
- The announcers talk about WWE’s new partnership with Susan G. Komen.
- Back from the break and Cole announces that The Miz will debut his MizTV segment tonight and his guest will be Booker T.
Beth Phoenix vs. Eve Torres
We go to the ring and Beth Phoenix waits. Former WWE Divas Champion Layla is on commentary. Out next comes the new Divas Champion Eve Torres.
Beth takes Eve down first but she comes back with a headlock. Beth comes back and unloads with right hands. Beth slams her on the back of her head and is told to back off by the referee. Beth goes for the Glam Slam but Eve fights out. Eve beats her down. Beth turns it around in the corner with a splash and a kick. More back and forth until Eve rolls Beth up out of nowhere for the win.
Winner: Eve Torres
- Eve taunts Layla with the Divas Title after the match. Layla stands up and they face off at ringside before Eve walks off.
- Still to come, Cena and Sheamus vs. Punk and Del Rio in the main event. Back to commercial.
- They show footage from SmackDown where Tyson Kidd and Brodus Clay got into it with United States Champion Antonio Cesaro.
Brodus Clay vs. Heath Slater
We go to the ring and out comes Brodus Clay with Cameron and Naomi. We see Heath Slater waiting at ringside. Aksana and United States Champion Antonio Cesaro are on commentary. Clay starts the match with a big shot on Slater. Clay takes him to the corner. Slater takes out Clay’s leg and turns it around on him in the corner.
Slater takes Clay back down and keeps him grounded. Clay fights up and out, sending Slater across the ring. Clay continues when Cesaro jumps on the apron and distracts him. Slater takes advantage and drops Clay for a close 2 count. Slater goes to the top but Clay headbutts him in mid-air. Clay hits a splash for the win.
Winner: Brodus Clay
- Cesaro leaves with Aksana as Clay brings kids in the ring to dance with he, Cameron and Naomi.
- We see Intercontinental Champion The Miz walking backstage. He’s headed out for the debut MizTV segment. Back to commercial.
The MizTV
As an upside-down WWE logo hung over the ring, The Miz's music played to bring out the Intercontinental champion for the first edition of his new talk show. On-stage, Miz held up his title belt before rhetorically asking the crowd what they should get the IC champion who has everything. He said what you get him is his very own talk show. Miz confidently strutted into the ring and plugged his show before comparing it to Piper's Pit, Cutting Edge, and the Highlight Reel. Has Christian fallen that far off the map where the Peep Show isn't mentioned? Miz said the one thing missing from Pit, Edge, and Reel is they weren't as controversial, charismatic, or awesome as his show will be. Miz then introduced Smackdown GM at the top of the hour.
Smackdown GM Booker T emerged on-stage to salute the crowd before making his way to the ring to discuss matters with Miz, who complained about Booker putting him in a fatal four-way match last night. Once Booker entered the ring, Miz asked him how honored he is to be the first guest on MizTV. Miz took the mic away from Booker before he could respond, then proceeded to insult Booker with back-handed compliments. Miz followed with a question on why Booker is against him. Miz paused for a "Booker T" chant before re-asking Booker why he put him against three competitors last night. Speaking of which, why did Booker ban the Brogue Kick, then re-instate it? Miz suggested Booker misses the spotlight. Miz offered Booker the mic, but pulled it back before Booker could speak again. "Boring" chant from the crowd, which JBL acknowledged.
Miz continued that Booker is driven crazy by his time being over. Booker suddenly grabbed the mic from Miz and stared him down. He called that conclusion "interesting" before noting Miz likes to talk a lot. He told Miz to find a new guest tonight. After a pause, Ryback's music played to bring out Ryback on-stage. Ross noted business just picked up and JBL said this will make things un-boring. Miz bailed from the ring, then Ryback proceeded to destroy the set, which consisted of couches, director's chairs, and speakers. JBL asked where Dr. Shelby is when you need him. Miz finished his destruction by power-lifting the final couch into the air before chucking it over the top rope at Miz's feet. Miz scampered away as the crowd popped for Ryback. His music played and the crowd chanted, "Feed me more," with Ryback. On-stage, Miz freaked out while sweating in his fancy suit. Interesting to see a big step-up for Ryback if this turns into an actual feud.
- We go ringside to Michael Cole, JBL and Jim Ross. They show us last week’s Tout video from Jerry Lawler again. Cole reminds us that Lawler is back home in Memphis and everyone says hello to him. Still to come is footage of Lawler arriving home earlier today. Back to commercial.
Backstage:
CM Punk and Paul Heyman are backstage talking when Josh Mathews walks up. He asks if Punk is looking forward to teaming up with Del Rio. Punk calls him an idiot and says he’s not looking forward to teaming with anyone. Punk asks after last night, what does he have to do to get respect.
Santino Marella vs. Dolph Ziggler
We go to the ring and out comes Santino Marella. Out next comes Vickie Guerrero and Santino’s opponent Dolph Ziggler.
Ziggler starts off with more offense and takes control. Santino does some power walking and sweeps Ziggler for a 2 count. Santino with an arm drag now. Ziggler comes back and hits a neckbreaker as the crowd starts chanting his name. Ziggler with an elbow drop for a 2 count. Ziggler stomps on Santino and pulls out his Cobra. Ziggler rubs it in and calls Santino an idiot and a joke. Ziggler throws the Cobra but Santino starts fighting back. Ziggler drops him with a right hand and covers for 2.
Santino makes a comeback and hits his usual moves. He goes for the Cobra but Vickie pulls it out of the ring. Santino turns around to a leg drop from Ziggler. Ziggler with the Zig Zag for the win.
Winner: Dolph Ziggler
After the match, Vickie comes in the ring and shoves the Cobra in Santino’s mouth as we go to commercial.
Wade Barrett vs. Justin Gabriel
Back from the break and we get a look back at Wade Barrett’s promo from SmackDown. We go to the ring and out comes Barrett for a match. His opponent Justin Gabriel is out next.
The bell rings and Gabriel strikes with a kick . They run the ropes and Gabriel with a head scissors takedown and some pin attempts. Barrett turns it around with a low kick. They end up on the floor and Barrett works Gabriel over. Barrett rolls Gabriel in and uses the ring post on him. Barrett comes back in and works over Gabriel in the corner. Barrett continues the assault for another pin attempt.
Barrett keeps Gabriel on the mat and a “we want Nexus†chant breaks out for the former partners. Gabriel makes a comeback with several kicks. Barrett cuts him off but Gabriel counters with an inverted DDT. Gabriel hits a springboard moonsault for 2. Gabriel with more kicks. Barrett ducks one and lifts Gabriel high before slamming him down. Barrett rakes Gabriel’s face and levels him with a huge right forearm for the win.
Winner: Wade Barrett
- More hype for tonight’s tag team main event. Back to commercial.
Backstage:
Back from the break and R-Truth was wearing a birthday hat and talking to his invisible Little Jimmy friend. Kofi Kingston entered the room and said today isn't his birthday, and they need to focus on the Tag Title match up next, but Truth ignored him. Suddenly, Jared from Subway entered the shot to announce Subway's birthday. Jared went for the cheap pop referencing they're in Bridgeport, which he said is home of the original Subway sandwich. Truth asked Jared what he thinks of Jimmy's sandwich ideas, which Jared no-sold. Jared handed over two sandwiches, but Truth requested a third for Jimmy. Jared reluctantly obliged.
Suddenly, Damien Sandow entered the shot to offer his own sandwich idea. Jared shot it down, then offered him a meatball marinara sub. Sandow told him he's welcome, then walked off. Jared had the camera on him alone for an awkward three seconds before he turned to the right to see Ryback. The crowd laughed in the background before Ryback shouted, "Feed me more!" Jared frantically gave him a sub, but Ryback grabbed a second one before leaving.
Backstage:
World Hvt. champion Sheamus was shown talking, then the camera showed John Cena listening, but not really listening. Sheamus talked up his title victory, then slapped Cena on the back to wake him up. Sheamus said Cena can't get down on himself for not winning the WWE Title last night. Cena pepped up and said he's not down on himself; he just needs to validate a title re-match, so they must win the tag match tonight. Sheamus told Cena not to worry because they're going to win, then have a pint celebrating everything under the sun. Sheamus walked off, leaving Cena to mutter to himself and question Sheamus with his eyebrows.
Backstage:
Daniel Bryan was shown yelling at no one in particular, then random people down the hallway that he's the tag team champion. They cut to Kane doing the same in a separate hallway. Kane paused to intimidate a random man before continuing down the hallway. We go to commercial.
WWE Tag Team Title Match
Kofi Kingston and R-Truth vs. Kane and Daniel Bryan
We go to the ring and out comes Kofi Kingston and R-Truth for their rematch from Night of Champions. The new WWE Tag Team Champions Kane and Daniel Bryan are out next with Bryan coming out first.
The match starts with Kane and Bryan arguing. Bryan starts off with Kofi. They lock up and Bryan applies a headlock. Bryan drops Kofi with a shoulder but Kofi comes back with an elbow. Kofi takes control and tags Truth in for a bit of double teaming. Kofi comes back in with a crossbody for 2. Bryan tags in Kane. Kofi backs Kane to the corner but Kane turns it around and beats him down.
More back and forth action. Kane gets dumped over the top and out to the floor. Bryan comes in but Kofi tosses him over the top and onto Kane. Kane and Bryan start arguing on the floor as we go back to commercial.
Back from the break and Kane has Truth in a bearhug. Truth fights out and comes off the second rope with a dropkick. Kofi springboards in off a tag and goes to work on Kane. Kofi with a bunch of right hands in the corner. Kane looks to turn it around but Kofi kicks him in the head. Kofi with a crossbody for 2. Kofi with another big kick to the face and the Boom Drop on Kane. Kofi calls for Trouble in Paradise but Kane grabs him for a chokeslam. Kofi slides out and goes for a Trouble in Paradise from the corner but Kane knocks him out of mid-air with a right hand. Kane calls for a chokeslam but Bryan tags himself in and they argue.
Bryan and Truth go at it now with Truth in control. 2 count by Truth. Kofi tags back in and they double team Bryan. Kofi with another pin attempt and then a submission. Kofi with a dropkick to the jaw and another pin attempt. Truth comes back in for more double teaming. Truth with a 2 count now. Truth takes Bryan down with a headlock. Bryan finally turns it around and drops Truth in the corner. Kane tags in and goes to the top. He comes crashing down on Truth and then dropkicks him in the face for 2. Kane with a splash in the corner and a big sideslam. Kane calls for the chokeslam but Bryan tries tagging in. Kane sees him and grabs him by the throat. Bryan drops Kane over the top rope. Kane turns around to a slam from Truth for a close 2 count. Bryan makes the save but Kofi takes him to the floor. Kane chokeslams Truth as Bryan comes in and applies the No Lock for the win.
Winners: Kane and Daniel Bryan
After the match, Bryan grabs both title belts and yells that he’s the tag team champions. He gets in Kane’s face. Kane grabs both belts and yells that he’s the champions now. Bryan tells Kane the people want them to hug. They hug it out once again and Bryan snatches his belt back. They start yelling about who’s the tag team champions.
- We see footage from a “be a STAR†rally in Bridgeport from March of this year. Justin Roberts welcomes a group of local school kids in the crowd with their parents and they are all wearing “be a STAR†t-shirts.
- Randy Orton is walking backstage as we go to commercial.
Randy Orton vs. Tensai
Back from the commercial and out comes Randy Orton. Out next comes his opponent Tensai with Sakamoto.
The bell rings and they lock up. Orton dumps Tensai in the corner and they lock up again but Orton kicks him. Tensai takes Orton to the corner but he fights out. Tensai drops Orton with a big shot. Orton comes back with an uppercut. Tensai drops Orton with a big shoulder. Tensai takes it back to the corner and hits Orton with headbutts. Tensai with more body shots now and a rake to the face.
Orton tries to fight back but Tensai scoops him for a slam and a pin attempt. Tensai with more offense on the mat. Tensai drops an elbow for another 2 count. Tensai applies a bearhug. Orton fights out but Tensai drops him with another headbutt. Tensai kicks Orton and drives knees into his back. Tensai with a claw hold now. Orton finally catches Tensai with a slam. Tensai rolls to the floor and catches Orton with a right hand. Orton catches Tensai coming in the ring with kicks to the face. Orton goes for the second rope draping DDT and nails it.
Orton hits the mat and readies for the RKO. Tensai blocks it but misses a splash in the corner. Orton comes right back with a big RKO for the win.
Winner: Randy Orton
- Still to come, Cena and Sheamus vs. Punk and Del Rio. Back to commercial.
Backstage:
Heyman and Punk are chatting again when David Otunga walks up with Del Rio. Otunga says they want Punk to follow Del Rio’s lead tonight. Heyman says Punk follows no one’s lead. Del Rio whispers to Otunga. Otunga says it looks like Punk sleeps in a cardboard box on a street. Punk whispers to Heyman now. Heyman reminds them about Survivor Series last year when Punk beat Del Rio for the WWE Title. Punk tells Del Rio he’s looking forward to teaming tonight. Del Rio says it will be an honor and walks off.
Damien Sandow vs. Zack Ryder
We go to the ring and out comes Damien Sandow. Sandow is pleased to announce that summer vacation has come to an end. Sandow talks about his favorite season – back to school. Sandow tells Jim Ross that slobberknocker is not a word. Sandow has a list of words for us. Sandow goes on but is interrupted by Zack Ryder. Ryder cuts a promo and calls him professor buzzkill. Ryder has two words for Sandow – shut up now. Ryder says AJ just made this match and it’s happening now. We go back to commercial.
Back from the break and the match is in progress. Ryder turns it around and drops Sandow on his face. Ryder clotheslines Sandow to the floor and leaps out onto him. Ryder brings it back in the ring for a 2 count.
Sandow turns it around and stomps on Ryder for a pin attempt. Sandow drops Ryder again and smears his face in the mat. Sandow with a 2 count. Sandow drops a big knee drop and bows to the crowd. Sandow with another pin attempt and then a headlock. Sandow goes on and drops another elbow for another pin attempt. Sandow takes Ryder to the corner with shoulder thrusts. Sandow misses a splash and Ryder rolls him up for 2. Ryder with another counter and a roll up for 2. They trade shots now. Ryder comes back with clotheslines and slams Sandow’s face into the mat. Ryder with a big right hand and a leaping right in the corner. Ryder goes for the Broski Boot but Sandow rolls to the floor. Ryder meets him on the floor and clotheslines him. Ryder rolls Sandow back in but Sandow takes him to the corner. Sandow goes down again and Ryder nails the Broski Boot for a 2 count.
Sandow gets up and hits Ryder with his neckbreaker finisher for the win.
Winner: Damien Sandow
- We see the footage of Jerry Lawler returning to Memphis earlier today. Cole hypes next week’s interview with Lawler.
- Still to come, Cena and Sheamus vs. Punk and Del Rio. Back to commercial.
Sheamus and John Cena vs. CM Punk and Alberto Del Rio
Back from commercial and out comes the World Heavyweight Champion Sheamus. John Cena is out next. Ricardo Rodriguez is at ringside to introduce Alberto Del Rio, who comes in driving a 2012 Rolls Royce. WWE Champion CM Punk is out next with Paul Heyman.
Punk starts the match by holding up the WWE Title belt for several minutes as Heyman claps at ringside. We go to commercial with Punk still holding the belt in the air.
Back from the break and Punk starts out with Cena. Punk immediately tags in Del Rio and goes to the floor to talk with Heyman. Del Rio and Cena lock up and go at it. Del Rio takes him to the corner and beats him down. Cena turns it around and gets a 2 count. Cena tags in Sheamus and they double team Del Rio a bit. Sheamus takes him to the corner and beats him down. Del Rio gets a boot up but Sheamus catches him with the Celtic Cross for 2. Cena tags in but Del Rio kicks him and tags Punk in. Cena unloads on Punk and hits a bulldog. Cena goes for the Attitude Adjustment but Punk fights out and goes to the floor after a thumb to Cena’s eye.
Punk comes back in and stomps away on Cena. Del Rio tags back in and they double team Cena. Del Rio chokes Cena on the ropes as Punk gets in a cheap shot. Punk tags himself back in and they double team Cena again. Cena fights them both off but Punk hits a drop toe hold and takes Cena down. Sheamus comes in and takes Punk to the corner. Sheamus beats Punk down and clotheslines him for a 2 count. Punk gets an elbow up and tags in Del Rio. Del Rio hits a big boot and then a kick to the head on Sheamus. Del Rio taunts Cena and punches on Sheamus some more. Sheamus moves and Del Rio gets hung up on the apron. Sheamus hits the forearm to the chest as the crowd counts. Sheamus hits White Noise on Del Rio. Sheamus calls for the Brogue Kick but has to knock Punk off the apron. Del Rio sneaks up with a Backstabber on Sheamus for 2.
Punk tags back in and works over Sheamus. They trade shots until Punk dropkicks the leg out. Punk taunts Sheamus and applies a submission with his knees to the back. Sheamus counters and gets a 2 count. Del Rio comes back in and keeps control of Sheamus. Sheamus fights out but Del Rio cuts him off and stomps on his head for another pin attempt. Sheamus catches Del Rio with a big backbreaker and both go down. Cena tags in as Punk does also. Cena hits the shoulderblocks and side slam. Cena calls for the Five Knuckle Shuffle but Punk tries to kick him. Cena grabs it and goes for the STF. Del Rio makes the save but gets a Brogue Kick from Sheamus. Punk takes out Sheamus. Cena hits the AA on Punk for the win.
Winners: John Cena and Sheamus
After the match, Sheamus and John Cena embrace in the ring before Cena leaves and goes up the ramp. Punk and Heyman argue with the referee about the count as we go to replays. Replays show that Punk had his foot on the bottom rope but the referee missed the call. The referee tries to leave but Punk gets in his face. Heyman gets in between them but Punk won’t give up. Punk follows him up the ramp and yells that his foot was on the ropes. Punk follows the referee into the back and RAW goes off the air.[/quote]