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WWE European Tours are always fun. Fans across different countries get what's usually a second opportunity in a year to witness their favourite WWE superstars in action and Frankfurt was no different.
What's incredible to note about Roman Reigns' absence is that Braun Strowman has seemingly become a workhorse. You'll see what we mean as we get to the end. The incredible Live Event from the RAW brand saw feuds continue and some incredible, fun match-ups. Let's get into it!
#1 Finn Balor vs Bobby Lashley (w/ Lio Rush)
Finn Balor and Bobby Lashley have been feuding for a good part of the last few weeks. While the feud doesn't seem to have much substance, it does seem like they're bound to face off on RAW again, this time, for the Survivor Series team spot.
While Lashley has generally been victorious lately, this live event saw things change as Finn Balor managed to pick up a win over The Dominator Bobby Lashley. Despite Lio Rush's attempts at interference, the former Universal Champion prevailed.
Finn Balor def. Bobby Lashley
#2 Bayley, Sasha Banks and Ember Moon vs Tamina & The Riott Squad (Ruby Riott & Liv Morgan)
Ember Moon has beef with Tamina, who attacked her and even got Nia Jax to turn on her, ending their friendship and alliance. Sasha Banks and Bayley, meanwhile, have been tied up with the Riott Squad, going back to even before Evolution.
On this night, however, the three babyfaces proved to be superior as they managed to overthrow the Riott Squad and stand tall on the night. Also, Bayley and Sasha Banks seem to be back to wearing colour-co-ordinated ring gear!
Sasha Banks, Bayley and Ember Moon def. Tamina, Ruby Riot and Liv Morgan
Sweet revenge for Ember Moon. For the time being, at least!
#3 AoP (c) vs Bobby Roode & Chad Gable - RAW Tag Team Championship
Bobby Roode and Chad Gable got one of their first opportunities at the tag team gold as they took on the dominant new RAW Tag Team Champions AoP. While they did put on a valiant effort, they're nowhere near the level of AoP when it comes to being a tag team.
The champions dominated and retained, with their sights set on The Bar at Survivor Series.
AoP def. Bobby Roode & Chad Gable to retain the RAW Tag Team Championship
#4 Nikki Bella (w/Alexa Bliss & Mickie James) vs Natalya
Alexa Bliss played ring announcer for this match. Obviously, she still can't wrestle because she's injured. She gave Nikki Bella a grand introduction, listing out her impressive résumé. For Natalya, she gave a...not so flattering introduction.
Natalya and Nikki Bella renewed the rivalry that had ended early last year before WrestleMania 33. This time around, the Fearless one was victorious.
Nikki Bella def. Natalya
#5 Seth Rollins (c) vs Dean Ambrose - Intercontinental Championship
Dean Ambrose seems to be taking a page out of Shinsuke Nakamura's book. The match between Seth Rollins and Ambrose is obviously a dream rematch, but The Lunatic Fringe didn't seem too interested in giving the fans what they want.
Moreover, he didn't even seem that interested in capturing the Intercontinental Championship, as he hit Rollins with a low blow to end the match by DQ.
Seth Rollins def. Dean Ambrose by DQ to retain the Intercontinental Championship
#6 B-Team, No Way Jose & Tyler Breeze vs The Ascension, Curt Hawkins & Mojo Rawley
The fun 8-man tag team match gave the audience a bit of a breather. However, it turned out to be quite entertaining and of course, Curt Hawkins was the one to take the pin after being hit with a perfectplex by Curtis Axel himself!
B-Team, Tyler Breeze & No Way Jose def. The Ascension, Curt Hawkins and Mojo Rawley
After the match, Curt Hawkins demanded a new opponent, revealing that it's been TWO YEARS since he last won a match! He said he intended to end the streak that very night.
#7 Curt Hawkins vs Zack Ryder
Zack Ryder imitated Hulk Hogan throughout the short-lived match and quickly finished Curt Hawkins with a leg drop, further extending the losing streak.
Zack Ryder def. Curt Hawkins
After the match, Curt Hawkins demanded another opponent! Out came Titus O' Neil.
#8 Curt Hawkins vs Titus O' Neil
The comedy continued as Titus O' Neil quickly put an exhausted Hawkins away with Clash Of The Titus. That's three losses in a row in one night for Hawkins! Believe it or not, he's not the only superstar who wrestled three matches in one night, but we'll get back to that.
Titus O' Neil def. Curt Hawkins
#8 Elias vs Jinder Mahal
Before the match started, The Riott Squad walked out and while they didn't seem to walk with Elias, they certainly wanted to sing with him. Elias received a great response from the crowd and was the obvious favourite against former WWE Champion Jinder Mahal.
Elias knocked Mahal off for a great victory.
Elias def. Jinder Mahal
#9 Braun Strowman vs Dolph Ziggler & Drew McIntyre (2-on-1 handicap match)
The handicap match was just the beginning of an extremely busy night for The Monster Among Men Braun Strowman. The first match saw him take on former allies Dolph Ziggler and Drew McIntyre in a 2-on-1 handicap match.
Strowman pinned Ziggler to pick up a big win.
Braun Strowman def. Dolph Ziggler & Drew McIntyre
After the match, acting RAW General Manager Baron Corbin interjected and attacked Strowman. He abused his power as he then made the match a 3-on-1 NO DQ handicap match!
#10 Braun Strowman vs Dolph Ziggler, Drew McIntyre & Baron Corbin
The odds were against Strowman and this time around, it proved too much for him as the three competitors ganged up on him and all laid on top of him to pin him.
Dolph Ziggler, Drew McIntyre & Baron Corbin def. Braun Strowman
After the match, Strowman cleared the ring and destroyed the heels, standing tall. He walked away, but Baron Corbin instantly announced a one-on-one bout between him and Strowman, with the hope that Strowman wouldn't make it on time and get counted out. He managed to beat the ten count and the match began.
#11 Braun Strowman vs Baron Corbin
Braun Strowman took care of Corbin in quick fashion and finished him with a running powerslam.
Braun Strowman def. Baron Corbin
After the match, Strowman celebrated with the crowd to end the show on a happy note.
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