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RAW Results, 05/19/03 (23rd May in the UK)
Jericho: 'I did it'

RAW Co-General Manager Stone Cold Steve Austin vowed to solve a mystery on Monday night. And by the time RAW was through, the Texas Rattlesnake followed through.

Last week on RAW, someone tried to run down Goldberg in a speeding SUV as the former WCW Champion exited his limousine. The majority of the more than 260,000 fans who voted on a WWE.com poll during RAW thought that The Rock was the culprit. But after investigating the incident, Stone Cold grilled Lance Storm. The Rattlesnake's intense interrogation forced Storm to confess, but he admitted to being put up to the stunt by someone else. As punishment, Stone Cold ordered Storm to face Goldberg one-on-one! Goldberg made quick work of Storm then forced him to reveal who masterminded the vehicular assault. The answer: Chris Jericho!

When confronted by Coach about the accusation, Jericho appeared startled at first, then admitted to orchestrating the ordeal. He then announced that Goldberg would be his guest next week on Chris Jericho's Highlight Reel!

This week's episode of Jericho's segment took an abrupt turn. After Jericho congratulated Christian on his Intercontinental Championship win, RVD came down to challenge the champ. Eventually, a brawl broke out and a Tag Team Title match was ordered by Stone Cold. RVD and Kane successfully defended their titles against Christian and Y2J.

Stone Cold created friction between Triple H and Ric Flair. Stone Cold told The Game that he would have to compete on RAW, but Triple H could pick his own opponent. The only catch was that the opponent had to be a former World Champion. Triple H chose Flair, thinking that his mentor would merely roll over for him. The 16-time World Champion put up a hell of a fight, and barely lost to The Game. After an exhausting match, Stone Cold announced that Triple H would face Kevin Nash at Bad Blood in Hell in a Cell!

After seeing Rosey and Jamal battered by the Dudley Boyz in tag team action, an angry and emotional Rico announced that he was leaving the two ferocious big men. What this flamboyant Superstar will do next remains to be seen.

Match Results:
The Dudley Boyz def. 3 Minute Warning

Kane & RVD def. Christian & Y2J by disqualification

Rodney Mack def. Spike Dudley

La Resistance def. Test & Scott Steiner

Goldberg def. Lance Storm

Triple H def. Ric Flair

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MAy 26th (To be shown in the UK on may 30th)

Why is Ric Flair called the "dirtiest player in the game." This week's RAW was a perfect example. It seemed that Flair was ready to walk away from Triple H -- ready to be "Ric Flair again" -- after taking the World Heavyweight Champion to the limit last week. In fact, Flair was even brought out to the ring by Shawn Michaels, and the two legends told stories of their deep mutual respect. They even agreed to wrestle at Bad Blood in what was supposed to be a scientific clash to determine the better man. General Manager Eric Bischoff subsequently ordered Triple H to wrestle both Flair and HBK in a Handicap Match later in the show; it seemed that it just wasn't the Game's night.

When the match got underway, Flair ended up giving HBK a low-blow -- the whole ordeal was a ruse! Meanwhile, backstage, a masked man assaulted Kevin Nash. But Nash recovered, and ran to the ring to help Michaels. Soon, however, it was Flair, Triple H and the masked man -- who turned out to be Randy Orton -- ganging up on Nash and Michaels, who were left nearly unconscious as RAW went off the air.

Now, HBK and Flair will face each other at Bad Blood -- but it'll be an emotional grudge match. And while Triple H was not successful in convincing co-General Manager Stone Cold Steve Austin to cancel the Game's Hell in a Cell with Nash at Bad Blood, Nash will undoubtedly be weakened heading into the career-shortening encounter.

Why did Chris Jericho orchestrate the attempted vehicular assault on Goldberg? Jericho explained this week: he wanted to send a message to Goldberg that "nobody wants Goldberg in WWE -- especially me." Jericho challenged Goldberg to a match at Bad Blood, and Goldberg stormed to the ring and accepted. When Goldberg got his hands on Y2J, Jericho sprayed him in the eyes, temporarily blinding him. Y2J then hit Goldberg with his own move, the spear, before sprinting out of the arena.

Even though Austin was sporting a black eye because he was "singing in the shower and slipped on a bar of soap," he was feeling the spirit of Memorial Day. Austin had RAW ring announcer Lilian Garcia sing "America the Beautiful" live on the show. Shockingly, she was interrupted by La Resistance. But Austin came out, Stunned the two Frenchmen, and had Lilian sing the song again -- and this time, he sang it along with her! Austin then thanked the troops that made it possible for him to be Stone Cold Steve Austin. He drank a few beers with Lilian -- who downed them just the way Austin does -- and slapped hands with members of the military and other fans at ringside.

Since Scott Steiner and Test just cannot get along together, Stacy Keibler said this week that she'd manage them separately. This news apparently didn't sit well with Test. During Test's match with Booker T, the Bookerman went for a baseball slide, and Test pulled Stacy in front of him! Stacy took the brunt of the punishment and was knocked cold! Fortunately for Stacy, Steiner came to ringside and carried her backstage, out of harm's way.

Match Results:
Booker T defeated Test via pinfall.

Val Venis def. Steven Richards, accompanied by Victoria, after a Money Shot. Trish Stratus joined Jim Ross and Jerry "The King" Lawler for commentary during this match, and vowed revenge on Victoria, who caused her to land on her head two weeks ago at Judgment Day.

Goldust def. Intercontinental Champion Christian in a non-title match.

In a White Boy Challenge, Rodney Mack def. Bubba Ray Dudley in 2:30 to remain undefeated. Give the assist to Christopher Nowinski, who inexplicably helped Mack by clobbering Bubba Ray in the back of the head while the referee was distracted.

La Resistance def. RVD & Kane in a non-title Flag Match, thereby earning a shot at the World Tag Team Championship at Bad Blood.

Triple H def. Shawn Michaels and Ric Flair in a Handicap Match when Triple H pinned HBK.

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RAW Results, 16/6/03
Kane makes a decision

Mick Foley showed up on RAW even though he said that he would go back to his "normal life" after Bad Blood. The Hardcore Legend had a lot on his mind, but he was unable to unload it all before Evolution came to the ring and interrupted him. Randy Orton told Foley he was washed up and should stay out of WWE. Orton then went on to reveal that Evolution was going to extend an invitation to a WWE Superstar to join their group. Before long, all three members attacked Foley. Just when it looked like Evolution had Foley's number, however, Maven and Al Snow came to the ring and saved their buddy.

Later in the evening, fans learned that the Superstar Evolution had their eye on was Kane. After Kane got his team disqualified in the night's main event, the big red monster went on a killer rampage. Triple H came to the ring to tell Kane that it was good to see the old Kane back. He told him that he was impressed with his renewed mean streak. He then asked Kane to join Evolution. Before Kane could answer the World Heavyweight Champion, Stone Cold Steve Austin hit the ring and told Kane that he would give him a shot at Triple H's World Heavyweight Championship next week if he turned down Triple H's offer. Eric Bischoff's music then hit the arena. The Co-general Manager told Kane that if he were to accept Stone Cold's offer and lose, he would have to remove his mask. After a short deliberation, Kane chokeslammed Triple H, signifying the fact that he had chosen to take the shot at the World Heavyweight Championship even though his mask was on the line.

Rico returned to WWE on RAW. This time, he had Jackie Gayda by his side. In his return match, Rico handily defeated Spike Dudley.

WWE rookie Garrison Cade battled Lance Storm in a one-on-one battle. Before the match started, Stone Cold came to the top of the ramp with a pillow and a blanket. Throughout the match, Stone Cold reminded Storm how boring he was and that his personality and wrestling style puts him to sleep.

Match Results:
Ivory & the Dudley Boyz defeated Jazz, Rodney Mack & Christopher Nowinski when Ivory pinned Women's Champion Jazz.

Garrison Cade pinned Lance Storm in a boring match.

Goldberg & Booker T defeated Christian & Chris Jericho when Booker T pinned Intercontinental Champion Christian.

Test and Mae Young wrestled to a no contest.

Rico defeated Spike Dudley via pinfall.

Randy Orton (with Ric Flair) defeated Maven (with Mick Foley) via pinfall.

World Tag Team Champions La Resistance defeated
Rob Van Dam & Kane via disqualification.

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RAW Results, 06/23/03
The Man Beneath the Mask

In most cases, the champion is considered the heavy favorite heading into title matches. When Triple H defended the World Heavyweight Championship against Kane, however, he appeared to be the underdog. With Kane's life as he knows it (behind the shelter of a mask) on the line, Kane was battling for more than the championship. He was battling for his mask, as well.

Unfortunately for Kane, Evolution members Randy Orton and Ric Flair interfered in the match, causing the big red monster to lose. After the match, Kane found himself deep in thought. For the first time ever, he was to reveal himself to the world. He paused several times before finally pulling his mask from his face. When he finally did so, he freaked out, attacking his long-time friend Rob Van Dam. When he finally settled down, RAW cameras zoomed in on the man beneath the mask. Nobody could have ever imagined that Kane looked as he does.

Before heading out on a book tour to promote his new novel Tietam Brown, Mick Foley was called out to the RAW ring by Stone Cold Steve Austin. Once in the ring, Foley was unsure as to why he was called out. Stone Cold then announced that he was holding a Hardcore Legend Ceremony for him. Among the Superstars honoring the Hardcore Legend were Rob Van Dam, Al Snow, Tommy Dreamer and the Dudley Boyz. Foley was presented with an honorary Hardcore Championship belt, before an emotional video montage of his career was shown.

Rodney Mack had been very successful during his string of White Boy Challenge matches. On this night, Mack was not so lucky. Goldberg defeated Mack handily in under 30 seconds.

It was also announced that Madison Square Garden would be the host of WrestleMania XX.

Match Results:
Intercontinental Champion Christian & Test defeated Scott Steiner & Booker T when Test pinned Steiner.

Maven defeated Christopher Nowinski via pinfall.

The Dudley Boyz defeated Lance Storm & Chris Jericho when D-Von pinned Storm after a 3-D.

World Tag Team Champions La Resistance defeated Sgt. Slaughter & The Hurricane when Rene Dupree pinned Sgt. Slaughter.

Shawn Michaels & Kevin Nash defeated Ric Flair & Randy Orton when Michaels pinned Flair after hitting Sweet Chin Music.

Goldberg defeated Rodney Mack in 26 seconds.

World Heavyweight Champion Triple H defeated Kane via pinfall.

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June 30, 2003 (to be shown in the uk on july 4th)

Bischoff's an out-of-control maniac!

Remember when Linda McMahon ordered the hiring of a co-General Manager to keep Eric Bischoff in check? Tonight's RAW -- live from Buffalo, N.Y. -- was the paradigm example of why. Bischoff's co-GM, Stone Cold Steve Austin, was not there, out sick with food poisoning. So Bischoff was in charge. While he did order several matches that the fans wanted to see -- for example, all of RAW's championships were defended tonight -- he also proved without a shadow of a doubt that he's downright evil.

He ordered Kane to face the fans without his mask on. If Kane didn't, Bischoff promised he's fire Kane! Furthermore, he ordered Terri to go interview Kane -- and if she refused, she too would be fired! Terri couldn't find Kane in his makeshift dressing room. But Kane would turn up -- at the end of the World Heavyweight Championship match. Just when it looked like Kane was going to chokeslam Rob Van Dam, he turned and chokeslammed Bischoff off the stage, through a table below! Most fans would say that Bischoff had it coming.

He also ordered Stacy Keibler into a match against two men. Granted, she had Scott Steiner as her partner, and Steiner did his best to keep Stacy out of action. But Bischoff took things a step further, and changed the unusual tag-team contest into a no-disqualification match after Jericho had gotten his team disqualified. It seemed Bischoff wouldn't be satisfied until Stacy was hurt -- which she was, the victim of a pumphandle slam by Test.

Assuming Stone Cold has recovered, what's he going to have to say about Bischoff's nefarious actions next week when RAW is live in Montreal?

Match results:
The Goldberg-Lance Storm match never officially got underway, as Goldberg was attacked by Rodney Mack. Mack ended up getting speared and jackhammered by Goldberg as Storm escaped.

Gail Kim, making her RAW debut, won the Women's Championship, as she was the last woman standing in a seven-Diva battle royal for the title. She countered a powerbomb attempt by Victoria into a head-scissors takedown, catapulting Victoria over the top rope.

The Christian-Booker T match for the Intercontinental Championship ended in a draw. Referee Nick Patrick awarded the win (and the title) to Booker, but Bischoff came out and said that both men's shoulders were down (which a replay confirmed) and therefore called the match a draw, allowing Christian to retain the title.

Chris Jericho & Test defeated Scott Steiner & Stacy Keibler when Test pinned Stacy after a pumphandle slam.

Due to liberal interference by "Miss Jackie," the flamboyant Rico pinned Maven after a roundhouse kick.

Randy Orton, accompanied by Ric Flair, pinned Tommy Dreamer after the RKO. After the match, Orton and Flair added insult to injury -- Flair put Dreamer in the figure-four leglock while Orton clobbered him with a kendo stick!

World Tag Team Champions La Resistance defeated Hurricane & Spike Dudley when Sylvan Grenier pinned Spike.

In a no disqualification, falls-count-anywhere match, Triple H pinned Rob Van Dam after a DDT on the steel ramp.

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STONE COLD CAN'T ATTACK KANE ... BUT SHANE-O MAC CAN!
July 28, 2003

This week's edition of RAW was a clear indication that Mr. McMahon isn't going to do anything to stick up for his wife, WWE CEO Linda McMahon, who was savagely attacked by Kane last week. But Shane McMahon is a different story. Linda's son -- and a participant in some of the most scintillating matches in WWE history -- appeared on RAW for the first time in months, and set his sights immediately on the Big Red Machine. This came moments after Stone Cold Steve Austin appeared, announced that he was going to stay on as co-General Manager, and literally begged Kane to hit him. Remember, Linda McMahon demanded that Austin agree not to attack anyone on the RAW roster unless he was physically provoked. But Kane refused to do it.

However, Shane, who is not subject to any "physically provoked" limitations, came out, sprinted to the ring and put a beating on Kane. Surprisingly -- although perhaps not surprisingly to some -- Mr. McMahon tried to stop his son. But Shane decked Mr. McMahon and went right after Kane again. This time, the "Boy Wonder" grabbed a steel chair and whacked Kane repeatedly with some of the most vicious "chair shots" ever seen. Kane went falling off the ramp -- much the way Eric Bischoff did several weeks ago -- but after just a few seconds, Kane sat up and actually laughed off the beating! We've certainly not seen the last of this!

In other news, the RAW brand officially announced its main event of SummerSlam: Triple H vs. Goldberg! SummerSlam is Sunday, Aug. 24 at the America West Arena in P h*enix.

And Molly Holly defeated Gail Kim to become a two-time Women's Champion!

Match results:
Intercontinental Champion Booker T & Scott Steiner (with Stacy Keibler) defeated Christian & Test when Booker pinned Christian.

After a spear and jackhammer, Goldberg pinned Steven Richards.

Despite liberal interference by Miss Jackie, Val Venis was able to defeat the extremely unorthodox Rico with the Money Shot.

Kevin Nash defeated Chris Jericho by disqualification when Y2J blatantly low-blowed Nash in front of the referee.

World Tag Team Champions La Resistance defeated Mark Jindrak & Garrison Cade.

Molly Holly pinned Gail Kim after a Molly Go Round to win the Women's Championship.

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BIG RED ASSAULT ON SHANE-O MAC
Aug. 4, 2003

Shane McMahon came out right at the beginning of RAW -- live from Vancouver, B.C., Canada -- and announced that what he started with Kane last week, he was going to finish this week! But RAW co-General Manager Eric Bischoff appeared and said that he had just received a phone call from Vince McMahon; Mr. McMahon instructed Bischoff to have Shane escorted from the building. Shane insisted he was going to stay, and just when it seemed he and Bischoff would come to blows, RAW's other GM, Stone Cold Steve Austin, appeared, and set it up so that Shane and Bischoff would face off later on RAW in a No Disqualification Match.

However, during the night, Kane somehow escaped from police custody and made his way out to the ring just as Bischoff-McMahon was getting underway. The Big Red Machine put a hell of a beating on Shane, culminating in a Tombstone piledriver on the steel steps! Kane then rolled Shane back into the ring, where Bischoff covered him for the easy one-two-three, and then celebrated as if it were Christmas morning.

Bischoff and Austin tried to one-up each other throughout the show. As a result, RAW's main event at SummerSlam will now be a World Heavyweight Championship bout held in the infamous Elimination Chamber! The participants are champion Triple H, Goldberg, Randy Orton, Chris Jericho, Shawn Michaels and Kevin Nash! Also announced for SummerSlam is Kane vs. Rob Van Dam; on RAW, RVD defeated Y2J in an incredible, pay-per-view quality match. After the match, Y2J blamed Nash for the defeat and challenged "Big Daddy Cool" to a Hair vs. Hair match.

Also on RAW, Gail Kim appeared to come to Trish Stratus' rescue when Victoria and Women's Champion Molly Holly assaulted her, but then Gail turned on her fellow Toronto native and delivered a vicious clothesline to Trish! Meanwhile, Lance Storm finally admitted that he's boring, and he turned to the one Superstar who is anything but boring -- Goldust -- for advice. Goldust promised to show Storm a good time. And although Hurricane told Rosey that he wasn't ready to be a full-fledged "Superhero in Training," Rosey nevertheless came to Hurricane's rescue when Christian put a post-match beating on Hurricane, and Rosey was decked out in an obnoxious homemade superhero costume!

Match results:
Bubba Ray Dudley defeated Rene Dupree of La Resistance via pinfall.

Self-proclaimed legend-killer Randy Orton pinned Scott Steiner after an RKO.

Christian pinned Hurricane with a handful of tights.

Goldberg defeated Ric Flair by disqualification.

Trish Stratus defeated Women's Champion Molly Holly by disqualification.

Rob Van Dam pinned Chris Jericho after a split-legged moonsault.

In a No Disqualification Match, Eric Bischoff pinned Shane McMahon.