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WWE Raw Results (3/2/15) Newark, New Jersey

Posted By: Elio C. on Mar 02, 2015

WWE Raw Results (3/2/15) Newark, New Jersey

Welcome to WWE Monday Night Raw and we are live from Newark, New Jersey and we kick things off with Seth Rollins coming out to the ring. We see video of Rollins' appearance on the Daily Show and Rollins says John Stewart is on his way to Monday Night Raw to confront Rollins and says unless Rollins is coming to beg forgiveness he shouldn't show up. The crowd starts a "You Suck" chant. Rollins says he is going to show Stewart he can do Stewart's job better than him. He calls himself the shining jewel in The Authority and says unlike the free tickets to the Daily Show, people pay money to come and see him. Roman Reigns then comes out. Reigns tells Rollins not to stop he just wanted to hear everyone tell Rollins he sucks live. Rollins says he is worth more than Michael Jordan because he can outwork everyone. He says he  can outrun Michael Jordan, outrap Wiz Khalifa and outeat Mark Henry and tells Reigns he can outwrestle Reigns and that Reigns can't beat Brock Lesnar. He calls Lesnar an indestructible force and Reigns can't beat him but Rollins can beat both Lesnar and Reigns. Reigns says he'll give Rollins an opportunity but asks if Rollins is man enough to cash in the briefcase and beat him and Lesnar in a triple threat in the main event at Wrestlemania. Rollins says he can do that or he can wait until Reigns and Lesnar tear each other to pieces  They argue back and forth and the segment ends with Reigns punching Rollins knocking him to the mat

-Commercial-

Backstage: Rollins asks where J & J were at. Orton walks in and asks where J & J was and they shouldn`t allow Roman Reigns to get within 10 feet of Rollins and if he were Rollins he`d walk into The Authority`s office and demand a match against Reigns. Rollins says he can outwrestle anyone on the roster and appreciates the advice but he`ll handle this one on his own.

Dean Ambrose vs Wade Barrett

Ambrose unloads on Barrett. Barrett turns it around. Barrett misses with the kneedrop. Ambrose back in control. Forearm off the ropes by Ambrose and Ambrose drops the elbow.  Submission hold on Barrett and a forearmto the side of the head. Barrett with the irish whip reversed by Ambrose. Ambrose with the running bulldog. Ambrose to the top rope cut off by Barrett. Kneestrikes by Barrett and the big boot connects sending Ambrose to the outside.

-Commercial-

Chinlock on Ambrose. Ambrose fights back but runs into an elbow. Ambrose falls to the outside. Barrett follows and continues the attack tossing him back into the ring. Barrett has words with R Truth at ringside and shoves him down. Ambrose with a suicide dive rolling Barrett back in and Barrett gets clotheslined over the top rope and a clothesline from the apron. Truth runs up to the ring and snatches the Intercontinental Championship from Barrett`s corner. Exchange of punches between Ambrose and Barrett and Ambrose unloads on Barrett. Ambrose off the ropes runs into Winds Of Change. At ringside, Luke Harper stands behind Truth and holds his hands out for the Intercontinental Championship. Harper walks up the ramp meanwhile in the ring Barrett is livid and Ambrose capitalizes off the distraction hitting Dirty Deeds for the three count

The winner of the match: Dean Ambrose

Video: Re-cap of Thursday Night Smackdownn and the Miz & Mizdow segment

Backstage: Miz has gathered all the superstars together for the premiere of his commercial and after the screening everyone laughs at Miz and Mizdow says he tried to warn Miz. Miz then slaps him and tells him if it weren't for Miz Mizdow would have already been fired from WWE. Mizdow gets in Miz' face but reluctantly steps back

-Commercial-

Cole tried to reset the show, but Bray Wyatt's video interruption played. Bray was live in the building, as opposed to a pre-taped backstage promo. Bray walked out in the arena led by his lantern, stopping at a wooden coffin (six-sided vs. standard WWE casket) on the stage. Bray stood next to the coffin to talk about that "wicked feeling" in the air.

 Bray wondered what is truly left of the mighty Undertaker. Is he still capable? Or, have the hands of time finally ripped him apart? Bray tauntingly called for Taker to appear, noting that Mania is approaching. Bray said he thinks he has something Taker would like - a hand-made wooden casket. "But, where are you?" Bray asked. Bray said Taker is torturing and mocking him with silence. But, he understands his apprehension. See, everything comes at a price.

 Bray pulled out a gas can. He said he's always had this fascination with the natural instincts of fire, taking Bray's character back to the inferno match with Kane at Summerslam 2013. Bray shouted that Taker cannot hide from him. He said that Taker will burn at WrestleMania. Bray set the coffin on fire, then stood back to watch the lid burn. Bray stood in front of the fire and watched it flicker. It started to fade out, so Raw suddenly went dark. Off to break.

-Commercial-

Tyson Kidd, Cesaro & Natalya vs The Usos & Naomi

Kidd and Cesaro double-teamed Jey early on. But, Cesaro ran into a Samoan Drop. Jey measured Cesaro for a corner butt splash, but Cesaro rolled out of the ring. Uso then tagged in Naomi, which meant Natalya had to enter the match. Natalya ran right into a swift kick to the side of the head, then she sold a leg injury from last week's events. Naomi tried to take advantage with a pin, but Natalya escaped, then kicked Naomi out of the ring. Natalya made it to Kidd, who tagged in and battled Jimmy. Jimmy took control, then the Usos measured Kidd for a double-superkick, but Kidd bailed to the corner to tag in Natalya. Natalya was not happy about being tagged in when she was hurt, then Naomi rolled her up from behind for the win.

Post-match, Natalya threw a fit, shouting at Kidd that he knew her ankle was hurt. Kidd tried to play peace-maker, then threw his arms around Natalya. Kidd, a true heel, alternated between facial expressions Natalya started crying as Kidd pulled away to check on his wife.

 WINNERS: Usos & Naomi

-Commercial-

Back live, John Cena's music played to a mix of boos and cheers. Cena marched out on-stage sporting his black & blue color scheme. "John Cena suuuuuucks" sing-along to his theme music tonight. Cena smirked and stormed the ring to look around the arena and check out the audience. Cena pointed to the top level before WWE replayed events last week when Rusev denied Cena a U.S. Title re-match at WrestleMania.

 [Q5 -- second hour] Cena said the audience is divided tonight. But, this is one of those rare occasions where people not in his corner are having a wonderful time, because they got to see Rusev beat him at Fast Lane. And, got to see him get denied a U.S. Title re-match last week on Raw. For those not in his corner, they shouldn't stay happy too long. He said that as much as he wants to give Rusev his first loss at WrestleMania, if it's not meant to be, he's not going to whine or complain, but adapt and overcome. Cena did one of his ra-ra speeches to boos mixed with cheers from pro-Cena fans.

 Cena went on record saying that Rusev is a marked man and he will get his hands on him. But, his focus is on WrestleMania. Cena said that if you're one of 70,000 in Levi's Stadium or one of the millions watching WrestleMania, you will see him enter the Andre the Giant Battle Royal. The crowd booed. Cena vowed to honor one of the greatest giants in WWE history.

 Suddenly, Stephanie McMahon's music interrupted. Stephanie walked out on-stage and played to the crowd. Inaudible reaction. Steph then marched down to the ring to have a chat with Cena. Stephanie asked when Superstars get to declare what match they're in. Cena said he's pretty sure everyone else did - Miz, Fandango, even Adam Rose. He said that's not exactly murderer's row. Steph shot back that she takes it a little personal when he disparages Andre, who was a personal friend of hers. Cue up photos. So, her answer is no.

 Cena said what he likes about the picture of Steph on Andre's knee as a girl is that she wasn't a b---- like she is now. Steph shot back that women in power are often-times called that. Cena adjusted and said that he was trying to honor the legacy of Andre by entering his name in the battle royal, then listed his credentials. Steph said the problem is he's not exactly been a friend of The Authority. Cena said this isn't about The Authority, but about *WrestleMania*.

 Steph was not impressed, then listed Hulk Hogan, Steve Austin, The Rock, and Bret Hart as guys who thought they would leave and WWE would sink. But, WWE not only survived, but thrived. She said that if Cena were to "sit this one out" - which she thinks these people want - and the crowd chanted "Yes!" mixed with some "No!s," then WrestleMania will still go on. Steph said she actually likes this chant tonight. Steph told Cena to think about where he would be without WWE, not the other way around.

 Suddenly, Curtis Axel's music played. Axel said he's been in the Royal Rumble for over 35 days and is the longest-running Rumble entrant ever. He said that he knows he's already in the Andre Battle Royal, but he wants Rusev at WrestleMania. Axel said he respects Stephanie. And her voice - her words - are inspiration. Steph said here is someone who finally understands respect. "Axel-Mania" chant from the crowd, as WWE finally found a way to get Axel over. At least short-term, like Fandango'ing.

 Steph said that Axel's star is rising, while Cena's is well, on the way down. She told Cena to prove himself right now against Axel. But, if he wants to face Rusev at WrestleMania, he'll have to change Rusev's mind. "Good luck," Steph told Cena as Cena leaned against the ropes selling major conflict. Axel then asked Cena what he's going to do when Axelmania runs wild on him. Axel ripped his t-shirt Hulkamania style to a pop.

 Cena sternly replied to Axel that he will give him one shot to leave the ring. Because if he doesn't leave right now, he won't leave the ring in one place. Cena removed his cap as Raw faded to break before Axel made his choice.

-Commercial-

Curtis Axel vs John Cena

Cena with a straight right hand to Axel. Clothesline to Axel and an AA to Axel follows up with an STF for the tap out

The winner of the match: John Cena

Post Match: Rusev and Lana come out and Rusev says the only way Cena will face Rusev at Wrestlemania is if he changes his mind.and USA or not his decision is no

Video: Interview with Michael Hayes and Arn Anderson on Sting 

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Triple H comes out and says in 1995 he looked Vince McMahon in the eye and said all he wanted was an opportunity and 20 years later made the most of it and he offered Sting an opportunity for his legacy to live on but he squandered it for one fleeting moment at Wrestlemania and while part of him understands it he just chose to do it with the wrong guy and at Wrestlemania he will step into the ring with The Game and will promise now that he`ll make it look like Sting`s career never existed and he has his theory of why Sting never came to WWE all these years. triple H invites Booker T into the ring. Triple H asks Booker for his theory and Triple H says Booker reminds him of these kids surfing around on the internet. Booker T calls Sting the last man standing in WCW and they can`t deny that and no one can control Sting. Triple H says Control is a funny thing. He thanks Booker for coming into the ring and then fires him. Triple H tells Booker he was just messing with him and that was just an example of controland he has been handed an opprtunity to end a an icon and he will do what he does better than anyone and make the best of that opportunity and put an end to Sting

-Commercial-

Paige vs Nikki Bella

Nikki shoves Paige down. Roll up by Paige and Nikki thrown into the ropes. Headbutt by Paige and another 2 count. Paige trying to lock the PTO in but Nikki makes it to the ropes forcing the break. Nikki slides out of the ring

-Commercial-

Alabama Slam by Nikki. Nikki with a surfboard on Paige into a chinlock as she presses her knee into the back. Nikki back to the chinlock. Spinebuster by Nikki. Mid-ring collision and Paige with a series of clotheslines. Dropkick by Paige. Paige going for the PTO and Brie with the distraction eats a superkick.Superkick to Niiki and Paige locks the PTO in and Brie in to break it up as the referee calls for the bell

The winner of the match by disqualification: Paige

Nikki goes to take a swing at Paige but AJ Lee makes her return running out and taking out the Bella Twins.

Backstage: A.J. Lee was shown skipping around the hallway. Renee Young caught up to A.J. to discuss her return, but Paige interrupted. She asked what A.J. is doing getting in her business. A.J. said she couldn't sit back watching The Bellas bully the entire division, not giving the Divas a chance. She added that the enemy of her enemy is her friend, so that makes them ... friends. Paige wasn't sure, but accepted the friendship offer. Tentatively.

-Commercial-

Full graphics intro, then Seth Rollins was shown sitting in the ring behind a desk with Mercury and Noble standing behind him. Rollins mockingly shouted out to Newark, New Jersey, then said it's the armpit of America. Rollins, who retrieved his MITB briefcase at some point since the opening segment, rolled footage of how he invaded Stewart's show last week.

Back live, Rollins laughed at the second airing of his Daily Show invasion. He said he is here to prove that he can do Stewart's job far better than Stewart ever could. Topic #1 - where is Jon Stewart? Rollins said Stewart talked a pretty tough game last week, but much like the Oscars audience last week, he's been dead-silent today. He called him a wuss and a phony, since he is from New Jersey.

 Seth said they should give Stewart some credit by not showing up tonight. Just like all of America didn't show up to the movie he directed last year. Seth said he wouldn't show up tonight, either, after all he wants to retire on his own terms. He vowed to force Stewart to retire immediately because it's tough to do a phony news show with your jaw wired shut.

 The theme music interrupted to bring out Jon Stewart on-stage dressed in a suit. Stewart played to the crowd, then walked down to the ring as Seth, Noble, and Mercury mock-applauded his presence. Stewart took a victory lap, then entered the ring. Awkwardly, like Emma. Stewart cheap-popped the crowd on the mic as Seth welcomed him to his show. They sat opposite each other for an awkward intro exchange.

 Stewart tried to break the silence by mocking Rollins's look. Another cheap-pop to try to keep the crowd engaged. Seth said they're not worried about the Curb Stomp because that's how they greet each other in the morning. Seth told Joey and Jamie to settle down. Stewart said he's old-school because he remembers the wrestlers who earned it. Bruno Sammartino. Gorilla Monsoon. He said Seth never fought his way up like Mick Foley. Like Stone Cold. He said Seth never fought through injury after injury to become a legend like The Undertaker. Stewart said Seth thought he could take a shortcut by cheating and becoming the poster-boy for The Authority.

 Stewart had a joke about posters, boy. He said they get taken down when people get tired of them. Stewart said Seth might be better than him physically, but he has respect. Seth laughed at the claim. He said The Authority doesn't care about Seth. If they cared about Seth, then he would be fighting for the title at WrestleMania. Seth seethed. He said Seth is supposed to be better in the ring, right? Stewart said no matter whether Lesnar retains or Reigns retains, Seth is going to be left holding his briefcase. Which Seth did not earn. And he was there.

Seth told Stewart to shut up. Seth stalked Stewart around the desk, backing him into the corner. Stewart tried to use comedy to calm himself in a tough situation, then Seth grabbed Stewart around the throat. Suddenly, Randy Orton's music played. Orton walked out on-stage, then started walking toward the ring, so Stewart used the distraction to kick Rollins in the groin and bail from the ring.

-Commercial-

Backstage: Renee Young caught up with Jon Stewart to discuss his left foot to the groin. He got nervous thinking about the wrestlers walking back this way. Renee asked Stewart about maybe sticking around in WWE after leaving Daily Show. Stewart said he's a little nervous about that since he got winded just talking out there. He continued to feel nervous standing in the hallway, so he took off.

In-ring: Luke Harper, holding the IC Title belt he took earlier in the show, came to the ring after walking past the ladder on the stage. Daniel Bryan was introduced as his opponent, showing what WWE thinks of their last PPV main-eventer not announcing his match ahead of time.

Daniel Bryan vs Luke Harper

Harper knocked Bryan out of the ring in the opening seconds, then Raw cut to break 55 seconds in.

-Commercial-

Back from break, Harper worked on Bryan, who sold an injury. But, Bryan responded with the Yes! Lock in the middle of the ring. Harper was forced to tap, giving Bryan the win.

The winner of the match: Daniel Bryan

Post Match: Bryan did a one-arm Yes! celebration before hopping on the announce table to celebrate and point to the WM31 sign. Meanwhile, Bad News Barrett marched down to ringside to retrieve his IC Title belt from Harper. But, Dean Ambrose cut him off in the entranceway, sent him back into the ring, and gave him the rebound lariat. But, Harper blasted Ambrose with a bicycle kick. Suddenly, R-Truth showed up and grabbed the belt. Harper stopped him in his tracks, though. Truth placed the belt down on the ground and tried to leave, but Harper nailed him with a lariat.

 Harper started to leave as the crowd chanted for Dolph Ziggler. Harper stood on the stage and posed, making it seem like the segment was going to end, but Ziggler popped out from the back and superkicked Harper on the stage. Ziggler's music played and WWE went to back-and-forth shots of Ziggler and Bryan, who did Yes! chants from across the arena. Cole hyped all of these men in a ladder match at WrestleMania. Ziggler then climbed the ladder on the stage and stood on the top rung looking toward the carnage. Back to Bryan for Yes! chants. Back to Ziggler holding up the title belt. Back and forth.

Video Package: History of women's wrestling in WWE. They stopped on Alundra Blayze (Madusa). The video showcased her AWA run before she turned into Alundra Blayze in WWF/E. Included were soundbytes from current and recent Divas. But, when she left WWF and joined WCW, she threw the WWF Women's Title in the trash on Nitro. Daniel Bryan and Paul Heyman talked about the moment. WWE brought it back to Blayze's accomplishments as a trend-setter for women's wrestling. Cole said she'll be "inducted with the others" the night before WrestleMania.

Authority's Office: Seth Rollins complained to J&J about Jon Stewart ruining his moment hosting Daily Show. Randy Orton marched in wanting his thank-you because he saved Seth's dumb-ass from getting himself fired and sued. Seth wasn't in the mood for that. Orton told Seth that if he needs his help against Roman Reigns, then all he has to do is ask. Instead, Big Show and Kane walked up behind Orton. They offered their services instead, catching on to Orton's plot. Jamie Noble told Orton they won't need everyone tonight. Orton got the message and left.

-Commercial-

Heyman introduced himself and said he is the advocate for the reigning, defending WWE World Hvt. champion, Brock Lesnar. Heyman said he is here to address the rumors and speculation. Yes, his client will be at WrestleMania. Believe that, he said. Heyman said his client will be anywhere he damn well pleases before WrestleMania. After WrestleMania, too. And he will be there as Undisputed WWE World Hvt. champion because his client will be the champion as long as he damn well pleases. Believe ...

Heyman's mic cut out. He said their sound guy is obviously from New Jersey. Heyman said the problem is people buy into these fantasies, like thinking Daniel Bryan would win at Fast Lane. Because if Bryan ever came up against his client, he would be squished like a cockroach against Brock Lesnar. Now, there's Roman Reigns. Some boos. Heyman's mic cut out, so he asked for a different mic. Lilian handed him a new mic, so he said it's about time she did something right. Ooohs.

"Don't give me an oooh!" he said. Heyman said he'll give them something to ooh. He said everyone thinks Reigns is going to win at WrestleMania, and they even have the confetti and celebration lined up. Heyman said not one person disputed him last week when he said no one could beat Brock Lesnar, not Bruno, Austin, Hogan, Rock, Cena, or even Reigns. Heyman side-tracked to shout at a fan in the crowd saying Andre. "He's dead, stupid!" Heyman shouted. But, everyone walks to the side when Reigns comes down the hallway, and he's not afraid of a fight.

Heyman said WrestleMania goes down one of two ways: Lesnar beats Reigns down, like he did to John Cena at Summerslam, or Lesnar simply Ronda-Rousey'es Reigns's ass. Heyman's mic "cut out" again. He sent a message to Reigns that he is going to be embarrassed, humiliated, and conquered by Brock Lesnar. "Believe that!" Heyman shouted.

 Roman Reigns came out  through the crowd. Heyman slowly backed out of the ring, giving Reigns the ring for the main event. As Reigns entered the ring, Cole hyped the new WWE Network documentary on Booker T airing tonight after Raw.

-Commercial-

Seth Rollins was ringside talking to Show, Kane, Joey, and Jamie. Before the main event started, WWE cut to a replay of the Rollins-Reigns confrontation at the top of the show. Twix sponsored a Tale of the Tape on the main event...

Roman Reigns vs Seth Rollins

Reigns was greeted by a "You Can't Wrestle" chant at the start of the match. Rollins bailed from the ring to regroup early on, then returned to the ring to work on Reigns's left arm/shoulder. Reigns was pulled to the outside, then Rollins tried to capitalize with a suicide dive, but Reigns punched him, then punched J&J. Back in the ring, Reigns missed with a corner attack and sold further injury to his shoulder.

Suddenly, Randy Orton's music played. Orton walked out on-stage, apparently thinking it was time to offer Rollins his help. Show and Kane tried to remain calm as Orton walked down to ringside heading to break.

-Commercial-

Back from break, Rollins was working on Reigns's injured shoulder as Orton was kind of hanging out ringside. Rollins settled into a chinlock as Show yelled at the ringside fans. Reigns broke free of Rollins, then avoided a corner attack as they hit the top of the hour.

Reigns made his comeback at the start of the over-run. Reigns delivered successive corner clotheslines, nearly getting himself DQ'ed for being over-aggressive. Reigns teased the Superman Punch to boos and some scattered cheers, but J&J grabbed his foot from outside the ring. Reigns shook them off, but Rollins smashed Reigns for a two count. Cole said it appears the ref is afraid to DQ Rollins for fear of punishment by The Authority.

Back in the ring, Reigns and Rollins battled on the top turnbuckle. Reigns shook off Rollins, then clotheslined Noble off the ring apron. Rollins took advantage of the distraction with a superkick to Reigns for a two count. Notably, Orton inched closer to the ring in the background.

Rollins went to the top, but Reigns caught him and rolled him up into a powerful sit-out powerbomb, but only got a two count. Reigns then went after Big Show, taking him out with a clothesline on the outside. But, Kane jabbed Reigns in the gut with a chair. Kane rolled Reigns back into the ring, where Rollins covered Reigns for a two count. Not much reaction for Reigns kicking out of the pin to escape a stacked deck.

 Rollins then stalked Reigns for a Curb Stomp, but Reigns ducked and nailed the Superman Punch on Rollins. He delivered another one to J&J, then went for his spear, but Orton grabbed Reigns's foot from behind as the ref was pre-occupied with The Authority. The trip from Orton allowed Rollins to roll up Reigns from behind for the pin and the win.

The winner of the match: Seth Rollins

Post Match: Orton cockily walked around ringside acting like he was running this operation now. "I told you!" Show said, convinced that Orton was part of the group. But, Orton kept on walking to the back while Reigns got up and got angry. Reigns, angered, jumped over the top rope to splash The Authority. Reigns took out Kane, absorbed a jab from Show, speared Rollins in mid-air coming off the top, and gave Show a big spear in the ring. Orton, having angered Reigns and set up The Authority for a post-match beating, was nowhere to be found, safe from Reigns's wrath.

 Once the dust settled, WWE replayed Reigns's big spears on The Authority. Cole said that could be Brock Lesnar's fate at WrestleMania. Reigns continued to stand tall in the ring to a light reaction as refs checked on The Authority scattered around the ringside area.

 

-End Show-

 


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