WWE Raw recently took place in Lexington, KY at the Rupp Arena, delivering an action-packed night of wrestling entertainment. The event featured several exciting matches and notable moments that left fans on the edge of their seats.
The evening kicked off with a highly anticipated six-man tag team match between The New Day and IMPERIUM. The crowd was engaged from the start, with Xavier Woods holding up a sign that read 'New Day Yeet.' Fans were treated to a thrilling match, but it was Jey Uso who emerged victorious with a splash to Giovanni Vinci. This win sets up an exciting showdown between Jey Uso and GUNTHER for the Intercontinental Championship.
Another standout match of the night featured Bronson Reed taking on Bobby Lashley in an Elimination Chamber Qualifying Match. Lashley, accompanied by the Street Profits and B-Fab, showcased his dominance and secured the victory. While the crowd was backing Reed, Lashley's popularity proved to be overwhelming. It will be interesting to see what lies ahead for Reed, possibly in his home country of Australia.
The crowd remained engaged as Cody Rhodes made an appearance, thanking Seth Rollins for his support at the WrestleMania 40 press conference. Rollins then challenged Rhodes to finish his story by defeating Roman Reigns and capturing the WWE Undisputed Universal Championship. The intensity between these two superstars was palpable, leading to speculation about a potential tag team match involving Cody Rhodes and Seth Rollins facing off against The Rock and Roman Reigns.
Liv Morgan's 'Revenge Tour' also began during this edition of WWE Raw, featuring a match against Zoey Stark. While there was not much heat surrounding this match due to the predictable outcome, Stark put up a strong fight. Liv Morgan aims to end her tour with a victory over Rhea Ripley, the last woman to pin her back in May 2022.
The night also saw Nia Jax cutting a disingenuous promo on Becky Lynch, followed by a brawl with Rhea Ripley, whom she once again laid out. However, Jax was ultimately run off by Becky Lynch, setting the stage for a potential clash between Lynch and Ripley.
On the tag team front, DIY made an unexpected appearance during R-Truth's match against JD McDonagh. DIY halted the execution and created an intriguing dynamic for future storylines.
The evening ended with an electrifying match between Sami Zayn and Shinsuke Nakamura, a reboot of their legendary encounter at NXT TakeOver: Dallas. While Zayn initially rallied, Nakamura took control in the second half of the match, displaying his fighting spirit and resilience. Just as Zayn seemed poised for victory, a distraction from Drew McIntyre paved the way for Nakamura's Kinshasa and subsequent win. Fortunately, Cody Rhodes came to Zayn's aid, adding a thrilling twist to the proceedings.
Overall, WWE Raw in Lexington, KY was filled with captivating moments that left fans eagerly anticipating future events. From intense matches to unexpected alliances, the action on display showcased the talent and excitement that has made WWE a household name. As the road to WrestleMania continues, it remains to be seen how these storylines will unfold and which superstars will come out on top.
