The essential episodes of Raw
Watch these 15 in order and you've got Raw — each pick states its reason.
- 01
The Premiere episode of Monday Night Raw. The Undertaker battles Damien Demento in Raw's first-ever main event. Shawn Michaels competes.
- 02
The Road to WrestleMania X continues on this episode of Monday Night Raw. Tension builds between WWE Champion Yokozuna and 'Macho Man' Randy Savage. Razor Ramon and 1-2-3 Kid take on the WWE Tag Team Champions, The Quebecers. Plus, Bret 'Hitman' Hart takes on Dr. Tom Prichard and much more.
- 03
Shawn Michaels & Ahmed Johnson take on The Smoking Gunns for the WWE Tag Team Championship. With Vader now scheduled to meet Michaels for the WWE Championship at SummerSlam, Jim Cornette delivers a message to the Heartbreak Kid. Plus, Mankind, Goldust, and many more in action.
- 04
WWE Champion Bret Hart and European Champion the British Bulldog challenge The Headbangers for the Tag Team Championship. Jerry Lawler receives some stunning news when he conducts a special in-ring interview with "Stone Cold" Steve Austin. Plus, the Intercontinental Championship Tournament continues, Dude Love faces Brian Pillman, and more.
- 05
When WWE Champion Shawn Michaels calls out The Undertaker before their upcoming Casket Match, the Heartbreak Kid may have to pay for his sins a little early. Fed up with the recent events in WWE, Jim Cornette goes on a crusade to reintroduce a more traditional style of wrestling. Plus, Ken Shamrock, Flash Funk, and many more.
- 06
Mankind cements his legacy in WWE history as he battles The Rock for the WWE Championship. Commissioner Shawn Michaels turns the tables on Mr. McMahon and The Corporation with the help of some old friends, but soon learns what goes around comes around. Plus, Ken Shamrock faces Steve Blackman and Chyna has a special friend for Mark Henry.
- 07
"Stone Cold" Steve Austin returns to reclaim the WWE Championship from Kurt Angle. Dissension brews within WWE when Chris Jericho teams with WCW Champion The Rock to take on Shane McMahon & Hardcore Champion Rob Van Dam. Plus, Rhyno defends his WCW United States Championship against Edge and more.
- 08
History is made as the first ever WWE Draft pits SmackDown General Manager Mr.McMahon against RAW General Manager Ric Flair in a battle over the superstars that will belong to their brands. From The Rock and Hulk Hogan to the Undertaker and Rob Van Dam, the destination of WWE's top superstars will be decided in the birth of the WWE Brand Extension.
- 09
Kane puts his mask on the line against Triple H for The Game's World Heavyweight Championship. In blast from the past, Shawn Michaels & Kevin Nash team up to take on Evolution's Ric Flair & Randy Orton. Plus, Rodney Mack's "White Boy Challenge" is answered by Goldberg, Mick Foley is honored by his peers as a true Hardcore Legend, and much more.
- 10
In his role as the new Sheriff of Raw, "Stone Cold" Steve Austin lays down the law by ordering Triple H to defend the World Heavyweight Championship against Shawn Michaels at the Royal Rumble in a unique match. Plus, Ric Flair & Batista defend the World Tag Team Championship against The Dudley Boyz, and Rob Van Dam in action, and more.
- 11
Before they battle for the World Heavyweight Championship inside the Elimination Chamber at New Year's Revolution, the six competitors find themselves in singles action including Triple H taking on Randy Orton in the main event. Plus, Intercontinental Champion Shelton Benjamin battles Sylvain Grenier, Victoria faces Trish Stratus, and more.
- 12
With Batista forced to vacate the WWE Championship due to injury, the title is up for grabs in a Fatal 4-Way Match between Triple H, Randy Orton, Big Show, and John Cena. Mr. McMahon makes an announcement that reshapes Raw. CM Punk puts the World Heavyweight Championship on the line in a Triple Threat Match against Edge and Jeff Hardy.
- 13
The storied career of one of the greatest performers in WWE history comes to a close as Shawn Michaels bids farewell to the WWE Universe. When his attempt to cash in his Money in the Bank contract fails, Jack Swagger teams with Batista to face Randy Orton & WWE Champion John Cena. After gaining closure with Mr. McMahon, Bret Hart finds a new enemy.
- 14
The first Raw of 2011 begins with The Miz defending the WWE Championship against John Morrison in a Falls Count Anywhere Match. Before battling Randy Orton and King Sheamus in a Triple Threat Steel Cage Match main event to determine a new No. 1 Contender for the WWE Title, Wade Barrett's reign as leader of The Nexus is contested by CM Punk.
- 15
Seth Rollins, Roman Reigns, and Dean Ambrose have made a devastating impression on Ryback. What is their connection to WWE Champion CM Punk? The John Cena and AJ story has reached a boiling point thanks to Vickie Guerrero and Dolph Ziggler. How will Ziggler and Cena settle the score?
