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Let's just begin by saying that the WWE RAW performers, both men and women, are simply exceptional. However, they were let down by the creative team, with glaring holes in the ongoing storylines big enough for Commander Azeez to fit through.
This wasn't the best episode of WWE RAW in the recent past but honestly, it was far from the worst. Let's look at what worked and what did not. As always, remember that pro wrestling (sorry Vince, sports entertainment) is subjective and if you have a different opinion, you can voice it out in the comments below.
So, let's dive straight into the action.
#3 Best/Worst: WWE RAW has a Lucha Underground throwback moment
Did you happen to catch the match between John Morrison and Ricochet on WWE RAW? It was an incredible match, which was fast-paced between two seasoned performers who know each other and have worked against each other!
Fans online instantly caught on to the fact that it was Prince Puma vs. Johnny Mundo from Lucha Underground. The two men have come a long way since then to compete on WWE RAW, and their chemistry is still as good as it once was.
Of course, the spot where Ricochet leaped off the top rope to take John Morrison down has to be spoken about. It was absolutely breathtaking in every sense.
Unfortunately, this awesome match was let down by the childishness of the drip stick, which seemed to just devalue everything.
Of course, comedy has a place in wrestling, but not every joke lands! This was the case with water being squirted before and during what was otherwise a pretty spectacular contest. That said, who wouldn't want a repeat of this match at a later day perhaps on a grander stage!?!?!
#2 Best: WWE RAW Superstar Kofi Kingston taps into his serious self
The exchange on WWE RAW between Kofi Kingston and MVP was nothing short of amazing. We already know what a great orator the latter is, but we tend to forget that Kofi Kingston can also hold his own in a promo battle. Thankfully, he reminded us of exactly this on WWE RAW.
One has to wonder if the Brock Lesnar name-drop on WWE RAW from MVP, as mentioned in the tweet above, is a prelude to The Beast Incarnate returning once again to the fold.
#2 Worst: Multiple botches on WWE RAW from the creative team
Why did Omos, who is smart enough to know when to save AJ Styles, not smart enough to interfere in the finish which cost his partner the match? Why didn't he interfere in a Triple Threat match, if it's well within the rules?
Earlier in the night, why did WWE RAW Women's Champion Rhea Ripley, who's supposedly the babyface of the feud, attack Charlotte Flair in such a heelish manner from the back?
Why did superhero Nikki Cross have to resort to a roll-up to pick up her win? Ricochet came across as more of a Superhero during the show!
#1 Best: Riddle steals the show on WWE RAW this week
WWE RAW belonged to Riddle this week. There are only two reasons why he came up short in the main event match.
The first is so that Drew McIntyre, who can never challenge Bobby Lashley again, can cash in the contract in front of a live crowd to finally, finally get his due! The second is to sow dissent between Riddle and Randy Orton.
The sight of WWE RAW Superstar Riddle imitating the legendary Randy Orton was absolutely hilarious.
#1 Worst: Is Asuka a jobber now?
Remember when WWE RAW Superstar Asuka was the most protected person on the roster? This week, she was the recipient of the Doudrop effect, where she put over the promising young star.
The problem is with a depleted women's roster on WWE RAW. Due to the lack of women in the lower-mid card (someone like Lana could have taken the pin and it wouldn't have affected her position at all); Asuka is being used to put over talent. Not the right role at all.
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