WWE RAW: 3 interesting observations from this week's Monday Night RAW (March 18, 2019)

This week's edition of WWE Monday Night RAW (18th March 2019) saw a lot of contrasting moments. Right from Kurt Angle challenging Baron Corbin for the former's retirement match at WrestleMania to Ronda Rousey going berserk on WWE security officials and Dana Brooke, last night's episode had it all.

The episode itself would probably rank towards the bottom half of Monday Night RAWs this year (so far). There was a lot of filler content last night, which is also a characteristic trademark associated with the show in a negative light in recent times. The big moments did not work for the most part, and the show itself featured several letdowns.

Having mentioned that, let us take a look at some interesting observations from this week's episode of Monday Night RAW...

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#3: Is Baron Corbin a legitimate opponent for Kurt Angle's retirement match at WrestleMania 35?

Baron Corbin vs Kurt Angle will culminate at WrestleMania 35

A lot of hardcore fans are upset over the fact that Baron Corbin was the major reveal as Kurt Angle's opponent at WrestleMania 35.

Canon-wise, Baron Corbin vs. Kurt Angle at this year's WrestleMania makes sense. After all, the two of them share a recent bitter past. Kurt Angle's character has unfinished business with Corbin, and one can only assume that this saga ends with Kurt Angle reigning victorious at the Grandest Stage of them all.

But let's also keep in mind that this is being portrayed as Kurt Angle's RETIREMENT match in the WWE. Baron Corbin is not the name you would generally prefer in this situation (as a fan).

Some wanted John Cena to be Angle's opponent at WrestleMania 35.

But it is what it is. Even if a majority of the WWE Universe is against this particular booking decision (including me), there are now better chances of Kurt Angle ending his in-ring career with the last hurrah over Baron Corbin.

What are your thoughts on this upcoming matchup?

#2: The purpose behind Mojo Rawley's "man in the mirror" segments

Mojo Rawley's obscure vignettes have raised several questions for the WWE Universe

Last night, Mojo Rawley ranted about the word 'potential' being attached to him throughout his career.

This scenario would seem quite usual for a WWE promo, except, in this case, Mojo Rawley continued his trend of looking at a reflection of himself in the mirror whilst ranting at the same time.

The first mirror promo aired on the post-Royal Rumble RAW back in late January. It is believed that these segments will lead to a mid-card singles push for Rawley.

It will be interesting to see how Mojo Rawley "figures it out" in the next few episodes (or months). The fans are generally unreceptive to these vignettes as of now.

What are your thoughts on Mojo Rawley's "man in the mirror" promos? Given the bold choice of concept here, this idea could easily break Rawley out of the pack, or it could even fail to make an impression if things don't escalate soon...

#1: Ronda Rousey is out of control (and we love it!)

Ronda Rousey lashed out at security officials and dismantled Dana Brooke during the episode

While Dana Brooke had no real chance of winning against Ronda Rousey in the first place, it was great to witness and explore the other side of Ronda Rousey we have gotten accustomed to in the past few weeks.

Unlike her babyface run, Ronda seems very confident in portraying an intense heel character.

The Baddest Woman on the Planet defeated Dana Brooke by submission for a quick and decisive victory. However, she kept the hold on until referees and officials had to come out.

Even that did not work, as Rousey instantly lashed out at security officials, which even prompted her husband Travis Browne to take a shot at one of the officials. He then pulled Rousey into the crowd and the two seemed to walk out of the arena together.

The commentary team noted that Travis Browne is one of the only few people who can keep Rousey in check. If that is the case, then Browne could potentially be involved in future segments with Ronda Rousey.

Rousey's heel turn gives her an edge to compete with Becky Lynch and Charlotte Flair when it comes to strong character traits.

As we continue to explore Ronda's unforgiving attitude, there are many questions left unanswered, which made this segment one of the very few good elements from an overall lacklustre episode of RAW...

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