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Welcome to another edition of the top RAW Rumors that could have a major impact on the red brand. In today's edition, we will look at some interesting topics related to Monday Night RAW.
Although RAW is nowhere near SmackDown in terms of quality content, the red brand still marches on towards the Hell in a Cell pay-per-view. Drew McIntyre is set to face WWE Champion Bobby Lashley inside Hell in a Cell. We will talk about what the future might hold for both men after their upcoming encounter, among many more topics.
So without further ado, let's dive in and take a look at some big stories and rumors related to RAW:
#5 Update on if Brock Lesnar will face RAW's Bobby Lashley after return
There has been a lot of buzz in regards to a possible Brock Lesnar return to RAW soon. WWE Champion Bobby Lashley has gone on record multiple times to state that he wants to have a match against The Beast Incarnate Brock Lesnar when he returns.
However, Dave Meltzer of the Wrestling Observer Newsletter has stated that WWE currently has no such plans for RAW superstar Bobby Lashley and Brock Lesnar. In fact, he says that the chances of Lesnar returning for a match against Roman Reigns are higher at this point.
Speaking of Lashley calling out Brock Lesnar on RAW last week, here is what Meltzer wrote:
''Wonder if that’s a hint because Lashley vs. Lesnar would be a big SummerSlam match. But if that’s the case, Lashley has to beat McIntyre at Hell in a Cell. Anyway, this is the status of Lashley vs. Lesnar. If they paid Lesnar enough they could get it done,'' said Meltzer.
With SummerSlam set to take place in August, there is a high chance that Brock Lesnar will finally return. It remains to be seen who WWE chooses as his opponent once he returns.
#4 Vince McMahon unhappy with RAW Superstar The Miz
As per a recent report by PWInsider (via CSS), Vince McMahon was not happy with former WWE Champion The Miz and everyone else involved in the opening Miz TV segment from last week's RAW:
PW Insider learned that the Miz TV and Beat the Clock segments with Charlotte Flair that opened this week’s Raw went about 10 minutes too long. Vince McMahon wasn’t happy about this, and it led to the order of other segments on the show being shuffled around.
The Miz is an experienced veteran of WWE and the burden of the blunder will likely fall on his shoulders. However, it is unlikely that any major action will be taken against the A-Lister who is currently out of in-ring action due to an ACL injury.
#3 Former RAW Superstar Erik Rowan on Braun Strowman's release
Former member of the Wyatt family Erick Rowan, now known as Erik Redbeard, spoke on SportsKeeda UnSKripted recently. The former tag team champion talked about Braun Strowman's untimely release from WWE due to his big-money contract:
"You know, a year ago, I was in the same position. That's what you get when you sign that big-money contract. It's not guaranteed money, man! (laughs). Nothing in this world is guaranteed. Just get back on, just get back on the horse and keep moving on, man," Redbeard said.
It was reported that Braun Strowman was released because he had signed a million dollar contract with WWE and was considered 'obsolete' after other giants such as Omos debuted.
#2 Street Profits to join The Hurt Business on RAW?
The Street Profits are one of the most popular acts on SmackDown. However, The Ballin' MVP has hinted that he might be onboarding the former tag team champions to join The Hurt Business on RAW.
MVP posted a photo on his Instagram along with The Street Profits. This has led to an increase in speculation that Montez Ford and Angelo Dawkins may be jumping ship to join WWE Champion Bobby Lashley and MVP as part of The Hurt Business. WWE Fox's official account also uploaded the photo, further giving rise to speculation.
Though The Profits have been doing great as a babyface team, maybe a heel-turn and association with Lashley and MVP could be what is needed to help them jump to the next level.
#1 RAW Superstar Drew McIntyre to face John Cena at WrestleMania 39?
In a recent T-Mobile Center video, RAW Superstar Drew McIntyre talked about wanting to face John Cena at WrestleMania 39. The Scottish Warrior said that he would like to see a match between The Rock and Roman Reigns at WrestleMania 39.
He further added that he sees himself facing the iconic John Cena at the show as he is also a Hollywood star. Cena has acknowledged McIntyre's request as The Champ uploaded Drew McIntyre's photo to his Instagram account:
“But if we’re going Hollywood, Rock would be the obvious choice [as a dream opponent], but I kind of want to see Rock and Roman, so I’ll take Cena since he’s kind of gone Hollywood," McIntyre explained. "It would be a great story [Cena challenging for his 17th World Championship]. Absolutely, I like it.”
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