Monday Night Raw delivered another action-packed episode as the road to Payback continues. With several matches and storylines progressing, the anticipation for the upcoming pay-per-view event is at an all-time high. Let’s dive into the highlights of the night:
Sami Zayn vs. Damian Priest
The night kicked off with a thrilling match between Sami Zayn and Damian Priest. This match served as a preview of the newly announced Tag Team Title match at Payback, where Zayn and Kevin Owens will defend against Priest and Finn Balor. Despite a valiant effort from Zayn, Priest emerged victorious with his devastating finishing move, the South Of Heaven. This win gives Priest and Balor momentum heading into the title match at Payback.
Viking Raiders vs. New Day
In a clash of two formidable tag teams, Viking Raiders took on New Day. With Drew McIntyre and Matt Riddle watching from ringside, both teams put on an impressive display of athleticism and teamwork. In the end, Viking Raiders secured the victory with their finishing move, Ragnarok, on Kofi Kingston. This win further solidifies Viking Raiders’ claim for a title shot and sets the stage for a future showdown with McIntyre and Riddle.
Chad Gable vs. Ludwig Kaiser
The rivalry between Chad Gable and Ludwig Kaiser intensified in a hard-fought match. Gable showcased his technical prowess and resilience, but the match took an unexpected turn when Giovanni Vinci interfered, causing a disqualification. This interference only fueled the animosity between Gable and Kaiser, setting the stage for a future showdown where Gable aims to take the title away from Kaiser.
Becky Lynch vs. Zoey Stark
In a falls count anywhere match, Becky Lynch faced off against Zoey Stark. Trish Stratus accompanied Stark to the ring, adding an extra layer of intrigue to the match. Both competitors unleashed their aggression and utilized various weapons throughout the match. In the end, Lynch emerged victorious, delivering a devastating Manhandle Slam through a table. This win solidifies Lynch’s dominance as she prepares to face Trish Stratus in a cage match and continue her rivalry with Stark.
Overall, Monday Night Raw delivered an action-packed episode that furthered the storylines and set the stage for an exciting Payback event. With matches like Damian Priest and Finn Balor challenging for the Tag Team Titles and Becky Lynch’s upcoming cage match against Trish Stratus, the anticipation for Payback is at an all-time high.
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