Monday Night Raw delivered another action-packed episode, setting the stage for the upcoming Payback event. The show kicked off with a hometown hero, Sami Zayn, who received a warm welcome from the Quebec City crowd. Zayn was interrupted by Judgment Day, but he had a surprise up his sleeve – the return of Kevin Owens. The duo issued a challenge for a tag team match later in the night, much to the delight of the fans.
In the opening match, Matt Riddle and Drew McIntyre faced off against the formidable team of New Day. Despite putting up a valiant effort, Riddle and McIntyre fell short as Kofi Kingston delivered a Trouble in Paradise to Riddle for the victory. However, the Viking Raiders made their presence felt by attacking New Day after the match. Riddle and McIntyre then came to the rescue, setting up a potential showdown between the two teams in the future.
Chad Gable defended his Intercontinental Title against Gunther in a hard-fought match. Gable managed to secure a victory via countout after Gunther was unable to make it back into the ring in time. The match showcased the technical prowess of both competitors and further solidified Gable as a dominant champion.
The tension within Judgment Day continued to escalate as Rhea Ripley confronted JD McDonagh, expressing her displeasure at being excluded from their meetings. The rift within the faction seemed to be growing, with Ripley warning them to resolve their differences or face the consequences.
Becky Lynch made her presence known, celebrating her victory over Trish Stratus at Payback and emphasizing the importance of survival in defining her legacy. Zoey Stark and Trish Stratus interrupted Lynch, leading to a confrontation and the announcement of a Falls Count Anywhere match between Lynch and Stark for next week.
In a thrilling tag team match, Kevin Owens and Sami Zayn faced off against Judgment Day. However, Damian Priest and Finn Balor substituted for Judgment Day, as ordered by Rhea Ripley. The match quickly descended into chaos, with Owens resorting to using the Money in the Bank briefcase, resulting in a disqualification. The beatdown continued until Cody Rhodes made a surprise appearance, leading to a six-man tag team match. Owens, Zayn, and Rhodes emerged victorious, much to the delight of the crowd.
Monday Night Raw provided an exciting night of wrestling action, further building anticipation for the upcoming Payback event. With each passing week, the feuds and rivalries intensify, promising thrilling matches and captivating storylines for the future.
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