We opened up to John Laurinaitis who was sucking up to all the fans and staff around the ring, and claimed that he was looking forward to his performance review because he felt he'd done a great job as the interim Raw GM. He also announced the participants for the WWE Championship Elimination Chamber match, it will be CM Punk, Chris Jericho, Kofi Kingston, R-Truth, The Miz and Dolph Ziggler. I'm really pleased to see Kingston in there, hopefully this means a potential new push for him? He deserves to be higher up on the roster with his talents in my opinion.
WWE Champion CM Punk then interrupted Laurinaitis as he began announcing the matches for the night and began singing "Na na na na, na na na na, hey hey hey, goodbye!" along with the audience. CM Punk got into the ring with Johnny and said that he just wanted to see his face one last time before he's fired by Triple H, and also began listing off the simple mistakes he's made since becoming an on screen personality. Also crediting him with the ability to both "suck and blow at the same time." Laurinaitis in another last ditch attempt to make amends extended his arm to Punk and start fresh with the champ, which he refused.
The World Heavyweight Champion Daniel Bryan then joined them both and claimed that no one cared about their "petty little differences" and began bragging about his title defence at the Royal Rumble. On the match booked for that Raw between him and Punk, Bryan also stated that "compared to what I went through last night, you're not really much of a challenge." Punk retorted with "You're right, all I am is the best wrestler in the world." After some more exchanged words they both agreed to put on a great wrestling match for the fans.
The 2012 Royal Rumble winner Sheamus then came out to remind everyone that he won the Rumble and will be main eventing WrestleMania, and to also remind Laurinaitis that he could very well "be fired!"
Randy Orton defeated Dolph Ziggler in a solid encounter, it's like you just can't go wrong with these two in the ring. Orton applied the RKO for the one-two-three, withWade Barrett looking on from his own personal box in the arena. The only downside to the bout was that the rising Ziggler didn't get to look at competitive as he normally does against a top wrestler.
Brodus Clay defeated Tyler Reks in another routine squash match of his. I'm starting to grow a little tired of the same routine now. I still enjoy the 'Funkasaurus' but I want to see him put into a decent feud at this point.
Daniel Bryan defeated CM Punk via disqualification when Chris Jericho attacked Bryan first and then Punk. The bout up until that point had been a technically superb and thrilling champion vs. champion match up. Both wrestlers were clearly giving it their all and wanted to really put on a show, knowing how technically gifted they are. Without a doubt the best match of the year so far in my opinion, and it'll take something special to outdo it. I'm sure we'll be lucky enough to see a rematch at some point in the future.
'Iron' Mike Tyson was announced as the next inductee into the celebrity wing of the WWE Hall Of Fame. Not surprised, he brought a lot of attention and excitement when he was involved in WrestleMania years ago. And who could forget the moment he helped Austin?
Kofi Kingston defeated The Miz in an entertaining bout with a good effort by both men. And it was also yet another positive sign for Kofi as he got a clean win over The Miz.
Beth Phoenix (c) defeated Eve in a brief Unified Divas title match after applying her finisher the Glam Slam. Afterwards Kane appeared on the tron to talk to Eve. He asked her how it felt to know that all the pain Zach Ryder has endured could have been avoided if John Cena had "embraced the hate." He added that Cena would never be able to defeat him or The Rock until he does so. Kane then arrived at the ring to use Eve to send out a message to him, but Cena came charging in to her rescue and him and the 'Big Red Monster' began brawling. John eventually gained the upper hand and cracked Kane a few times in the head with steel steps. All the while Cena was looking excited and happy, which was a nice touch I thought. As he went to Attitude Adjust Kane through the announce desk he managed to escape out of it and get away.
Before Triple H made his way for the performance review, John Laurinaitis wanted to thank the fans for their appreciation. he also went on to congratulate himself on his 'great' performance as the Raw Interim General Manager. COO Triple H then made his way down and said that he thought Laurinaitis might have actually done a decent job as GM since he was spineless. But he admitted he was wrong and Laurinaitis was worse than any other before him because he abused his power to try and make himself "a star."
Laurinaitis then pleaded to the COO, claiming that he'd "do anything." Anything, eh? So Triple H reminded him of the Kiss My Ass Club created by Vince McMahon. In a hilarious moment Laurinaitis even applied chap stick as he got down to his knees, but it was all a wind up by Triple H. As 'The Game' then was about to wish John well on his future endeavors, the lights went and that famous bell tolled. It was The Undertaker. And like last year, Taker looked up to the WrestleMania sign and performed his signature cut throat taunt, only to have Triple H put his hand on the 'Dead Man's' shoulder and walk away.
I felt it was an overall pretty strong Raw, with a healthy dose of solid action in the ring which makes a nice change for the red brand. And not only the return of The Undertaker but a very intriguing ending. My prediction is that the match between them will happen, but with the inclusion of Shawn Michaels as the special guest referee.
WWE Champion CM Punk then interrupted Laurinaitis as he began announcing the matches for the night and began singing "Na na na na, na na na na, hey hey hey, goodbye!" along with the audience. CM Punk got into the ring with Johnny and said that he just wanted to see his face one last time before he's fired by Triple H, and also began listing off the simple mistakes he's made since becoming an on screen personality. Also crediting him with the ability to both "suck and blow at the same time." Laurinaitis in another last ditch attempt to make amends extended his arm to Punk and start fresh with the champ, which he refused.
The World Heavyweight Champion Daniel Bryan then joined them both and claimed that no one cared about their "petty little differences" and began bragging about his title defence at the Royal Rumble. On the match booked for that Raw between him and Punk, Bryan also stated that "compared to what I went through last night, you're not really much of a challenge." Punk retorted with "You're right, all I am is the best wrestler in the world." After some more exchanged words they both agreed to put on a great wrestling match for the fans.
The 2012 Royal Rumble winner Sheamus then came out to remind everyone that he won the Rumble and will be main eventing WrestleMania, and to also remind Laurinaitis that he could very well "be fired!"
Randy Orton defeated Dolph Ziggler in a solid encounter, it's like you just can't go wrong with these two in the ring. Orton applied the RKO for the one-two-three, withWade Barrett looking on from his own personal box in the arena. The only downside to the bout was that the rising Ziggler didn't get to look at competitive as he normally does against a top wrestler.
Brodus Clay defeated Tyler Reks in another routine squash match of his. I'm starting to grow a little tired of the same routine now. I still enjoy the 'Funkasaurus' but I want to see him put into a decent feud at this point.
Daniel Bryan defeated CM Punk via disqualification when Chris Jericho attacked Bryan first and then Punk. The bout up until that point had been a technically superb and thrilling champion vs. champion match up. Both wrestlers were clearly giving it their all and wanted to really put on a show, knowing how technically gifted they are. Without a doubt the best match of the year so far in my opinion, and it'll take something special to outdo it. I'm sure we'll be lucky enough to see a rematch at some point in the future.
'Iron' Mike Tyson was announced as the next inductee into the celebrity wing of the WWE Hall Of Fame. Not surprised, he brought a lot of attention and excitement when he was involved in WrestleMania years ago. And who could forget the moment he helped Austin?
Kofi Kingston defeated The Miz in an entertaining bout with a good effort by both men. And it was also yet another positive sign for Kofi as he got a clean win over The Miz.
Beth Phoenix (c) defeated Eve in a brief Unified Divas title match after applying her finisher the Glam Slam. Afterwards Kane appeared on the tron to talk to Eve. He asked her how it felt to know that all the pain Zach Ryder has endured could have been avoided if John Cena had "embraced the hate." He added that Cena would never be able to defeat him or The Rock until he does so. Kane then arrived at the ring to use Eve to send out a message to him, but Cena came charging in to her rescue and him and the 'Big Red Monster' began brawling. John eventually gained the upper hand and cracked Kane a few times in the head with steel steps. All the while Cena was looking excited and happy, which was a nice touch I thought. As he went to Attitude Adjust Kane through the announce desk he managed to escape out of it and get away.
Before Triple H made his way for the performance review, John Laurinaitis wanted to thank the fans for their appreciation. he also went on to congratulate himself on his 'great' performance as the Raw Interim General Manager. COO Triple H then made his way down and said that he thought Laurinaitis might have actually done a decent job as GM since he was spineless. But he admitted he was wrong and Laurinaitis was worse than any other before him because he abused his power to try and make himself "a star."
Laurinaitis then pleaded to the COO, claiming that he'd "do anything." Anything, eh? So Triple H reminded him of the Kiss My Ass Club created by Vince McMahon. In a hilarious moment Laurinaitis even applied chap stick as he got down to his knees, but it was all a wind up by Triple H. As 'The Game' then was about to wish John well on his future endeavors, the lights went and that famous bell tolled. It was The Undertaker. And like last year, Taker looked up to the WrestleMania sign and performed his signature cut throat taunt, only to have Triple H put his hand on the 'Dead Man's' shoulder and walk away.
I felt it was an overall pretty strong Raw, with a healthy dose of solid action in the ring which makes a nice change for the red brand. And not only the return of The Undertaker but a very intriguing ending. My prediction is that the match between them will happen, but with the inclusion of Shawn Michaels as the special guest referee.
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