Damian Priest emerged victorious in a thrilling match against Sami Zayn on the latest episode of WWE Raw. The match served as a preview for Zayn and Kevin Owens’ upcoming Undisputed WWE Tag Team Championship defense against The Judgment Day at WWE Payback.
Thanks to a surprise interference from JD McDonagh, Damian Priest was able to secure the win with his devastating finisher, the South of Heaven. The victory gives “Señor Money in the Bank” significant momentum heading into the championship match.
However, despite McDonagh’s help, Priest decided not to return the favor when McDonagh found himself in a post-match conflict against Zayn and Owens. This decision left fans wondering about the future dynamics between Priest, McDonagh, and the rest of the competitors involved.
In another noteworthy matchup, The Viking Raiders faced off against The New Day. The Scottish Warrior, Drew McIntyre, inadvertently caused chaos when he accidentally hit Xavier Woods with a chair. The Viking Raiders took advantage of the confusion and secured the victory with their finishing move, Ragnarok. The match showcased the intense rivalry between the two teams and further solidified The Viking Raiders as a dominant force in the tag team division.
Elsewhere, Gunther expressed his frustration after Chad Gable defeated him by count-out. Gunther declared that he would give Gable another opportunity at his title, with a high stake on the line. If Gunther wins, he will become the longest-reigning Intercontinental Champion of all time. This sets the stage for an intense rematch between the two competitors and adds an extra layer of excitement to their upcoming clash.
In the women’s division, Raquel Rodriguez made a bold statement by knocking Women’s World Champion Rhea Ripley out of the ring in a fierce brawl. The altercation showcased Rodriguez’s determination to cut Ripley down to size and solidify her position as a top contender for the championship.
Another standout moment from the episode was when The Miz mocked his WWE Payback opponent, LA Knight, with an A-List impression. The Miz’s comedic antics added an entertaining element to the show and further fueled the rivalry between the two competitors.
Additionally, Shinsuke Nakamura launched a sneak attack on Seth “Freakin” Rollins, setting the stage for their upcoming clash at WWE Payback. The attack demonstrated Nakamura’s determination to take down the World Heavyweight Champion and added an extra layer of excitement to their highly anticipated matchup.
Other notable matches included Tommaso Ciampa’s victory over “Big” Bronson Reed and Becky Lynch’s brutal Falls Count Anywhere Match against Zoey Stark. Both matches showcased the talent and athleticism of the superstars involved and left fans eagerly anticipating their future endeavors.
Overall, the latest episode of WWE Raw delivered thrilling matches, intense rivalries, and surprising moments that left fans eagerly awaiting the upcoming WWE Payback event.
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