WWE Raw brought excitement to fans with a homecoming for Sami Zayn and his first WWE Intercontinental Championship defense against mentor Chad Gable. The broadcast also included an important update on Rhea Ripley’s future following an injury, leading to her vacating the WWE Women’s World Championship. Cody Rhodes made a live appearance, and Sheamus returned to the ring, adding to the anticipation for the night’s matches. Last week’s Raw garnered impressive viewership of 2.362 million.
The night’s results saw various matches, including Sheamus defeating Ivar, DIY emerging victorious in a tag team match against The New Day and The Creed Brothers, and Candice LeRae and Indi Hartwell besting Maxxine Dupri and Ivy Nile. Andrade secured a win over Dominik Mysterio, while Chelsea Green and Piper Niven triumphed over Kayden Carter and Katana Chance. Jey Uso defeated Finn Balor, setting the stage for an intense showdown between Sami Zayn and Chad Gable for the Intercontinental Championship.
Rhea Ripley’s announcement of vacating the WWE Women’s World Championship sparked mixed reactions from fans. Despite a fumbled line, Ripley conveyed her frustration over the situation and her planned absence from competition. Liv Morgan’s confrontation with Ripley further added to the drama, with fans showing support for Ripley while booing Morgan for her actions. The segment ended with Ripley head-butting a security guard and sharing a heartfelt moment with Dominik Mysterio backstage.
Sheamus showcased his return to form with a win over Ivar, receiving a warm welcome from fans. DIY scored a victory in a competitive tag team match, while Candice LeRae and Indi Hartwell’s teamwork led to a successful outing against Maxxine Dupri and Ivy Nile. Andrade’s dominance against Dominik Mysterio highlighted his rising star power, while Chelsea Green’s win added to her momentum within the women’s division. Cody Rhodes made a lively appearance, engaging with the audience in French and delivering a memorable moment in the ring.
The main event between Sami Zayn and Chad Gable captured the audience’s attention as the two competitors showcased their skills and familiarity with each other. Zayn’s successful defense of the Intercontinental Championship culminated in a thriller of a match, but Gable’s post-match attack solidified a new storyline moving forward. With several compelling matches and storylines unfolding throughout the night, WWE Raw continued to entertain and engage fans, setting the stage for future developments in the world of professional wrestling.
