Raw Results
November 4, 2024
Cold Open
Raw opens with a shot of CEO Murrey standing center stage, microphone in hand, with a mischievous grin on his face. Pete the Ref stands beside him, nodding eagerly, waiting for his cue to chime in.
CEO Murrey:
“Well, folks, what a week it’s been in the world of, uh, ‘competition.’ If that’s what we’re calling ULW these days. And did you all see who they crowned as their new champion? None other than the King of Selfies, Mr. ‘Let Me Remind You I Was In HLW Once’ himself… Matt Cardona!”
Pete the Ref:
(Chiming in, a beat late) “Yeah, King of Selfies! Selfie King! Hah! Good one, pops!”
Murrey gives him a sideways glance but continues.
CEO Murrey:
“Cardona’s reign as champion is gonna be like his time in HLW—a flash in the pan, except this time it’s probably because his camera ran out of storage.”
Pete the Ref:
“Yeah, camera ran out of storage! Classic!”
Murrey sighs, visibly annoyed, but presses on.
CEO Murrey:
“I mean, Cardona winning a championship is like Pete here winning an award for Best Referee. It’s a nice thought, but…”
Pete the Ref:
“B-but it’ll never happen! Hah! Never! Good one, dad!”
Murrey pauses, trying to keep his cool, but Pete’s over-enthusiasm is starting to grate on him.
CEO Murrey:
“Anyway, while Cardona’s out there living in the past, we here in WWE are all about the future, baby! And speaking of the future, Pete, I’m thinking of a future where you say just… a little… less.”
Pete the Ref:
(Nervous but still repeating) “A little less! Ha… ha… little less.”
Murrey rolls his eyes, reaching down beside him and lifting a book labeled “How to Win a Match Without Actually Winning a Match: The Matt Cardona Guide.” He glares at Pete, who looks up and gives an eager thumbs-up.
CEO Murrey:
“Pete, maybe you should read up. You might learn something!”
With a quick flick, Murrey tosses the book at Pete’s head. It bounces off, and Pete stands there, dazed, but still smiling, not quite catching on.
Pete the Ref:
(Blinking) “Good one, papa!”
The crowd laughs, and Murrey sighs, muttering, “This is why we’re still number one.” The camera zooms in on Murrey’s smirk as he signals for the next segment, and Raw’s intro music kicks in.
Kurt Angle vs Chad Gable
The crowd roars as the bell rings, signaling the start of the exhibition match between Chad Gable and WWE Hall of Famer Kurt Angle. Both men circle each other, eyes locked in mutual respect but also intense determination. The commentary team reminds the audience of Angle’s legendary career and Gable’s rising star, with Pat McAfee calling this a “dream matchup” for technical wrestling fans.
Gable and Angle lock up in the center of the ring, each man testing the other’s strength. Angle quickly takes control, getting behind Gable with a waist lock and throwing him down to the mat in classic amateur wrestling style. Gable rolls through, determined to escape, and manages to reverse into his own waist lock, briefly gaining control before Angle powers out and stands up. They separate, and the crowd applauds the display of technical skill.
Both men go back in, and this time Gable surprises Angle with a lightning-fast armdrag. Angle springs back up, a small grin on his face, impressed with Gable’s speed. They go through a quick series of holds and reversals, moving seamlessly from arm bars to wrist locks and headlocks. Gable shows impressive flexibility, slipping out of Angle’s grip time and time again. Angle, though, eventually catches Gable off guard with a takedown, transitioning into an ankle lock attempt. Gable scrambles to the ropes, narrowly avoiding being caught. The crowd cheers as Angle and Gable take a moment to reset.
Angle begins to turn up the heat, backing Gable into the corner with a series of hard strikes. He sends Gable into the ropes, going for a belly-to-belly suplex, but Gable twists mid-air, countering with a crossbody and rolling Angle into a pin for a quick two-count. Surprised, Angle kicks out and immediately goes back on the offensive, nailing Gable with a German suplex that sends him flying across the ring.
Gable, ever resilient, rolls through and charges at Angle, hitting a single-leg takedown and following up with a beautiful bridging German suplex. The referee counts to two before Angle powers out, and the crowd is on its feet, appreciating the pure wrestling on display.
Angle, seeing Gable’s stamina, gets serious, hitting three consecutive German suplexes in a row, each one with more intensity than the last. Angle climbs the ropes, setting up for a moonsault, but Gable rolls out of the way at the last second. Angle crashes to the mat, clutching his ribs, and Gable seizes the opportunity to lock in an ankle lock of his own on Angle! The crowd goes wild, watching as Gable tries to force a tap-out.
But Angle channels his veteran strength, crawling and reaching until he’s able to flip Gable forward, escaping the hold. Angle then hits a quick Angle Slam, going for the pin. The ref counts – one, two… but Gable kicks out just in time! Angle sits up, clearly surprised but also proud of his opponent.
Both men struggle to their feet, exhausted but determined to win. Angle goes for another Angle Slam, but Gable reverses it mid-move, sliding down and locking Angle into a small package pin. The referee drops down – one, two… Angle kicks out! Gable quickly transitions into position and nails Angle with his finishing move, the Chaos Theory rolling German suplex, bridging for the pin. One… two… three!
Winner: Chad Gable
The crowd erupts as the referee raises Gable’s hand in victory. Angle stands, a proud smile on his face, as he approaches Gable. The two men shake hands in the center of the ring, with Angle giving Gable a respectful nod before leaving the ring to allow Gable his moment to soak in the victory. Gable bows to the audience, clearly emotional after defeating his idol in such a high-stakes exhibition.
Video Vignette
The vignette opens with a dramatic, black-and-white shot of Flex Fuller in the gym, lifting weights with intense focus. A voiceover begins as the camera pans over the sweat glistening on his biceps and shoulders.
Voiceover:
“From the world of bodybuilding… to the squared circle. Flex Fuller has been chasing greatness his entire life.”
Clips flash of Flex on a bodybuilding stage, flexing for an applauding crowd, his physique chiseled and intimidating. The screen transitions to color as we see Flex in the ring, taking down opponents with sheer power moves, each slam resonating with his strength and precision.
Flex Fuller (in an interview clip):
“Bodybuilding taught me discipline, grit, and sacrifice. In that world, I was already a champion. But in WWE? I’m just getting started.”
The screen splits into clips of him in various competitions, winning bodybuilding titles and posing for trophies. Transitioning to his WWE journey, we see his debut, smashing opponents with moves like the Gorilla Press Slam and military presses, showcasing his pure power.
Voiceover:
“From power and physique to in-ring prowess, Flex has brought a relentless drive to WWE, targeting every challenge—and every challenger—in his way.”
The shot switches to him in the ring, raising his hand after a recent victory. Then we see a short montage of DDP as the United States Champion, proudly holding his title high, flashing his signature grin as he raises his arms to form the diamond symbol.
Flex Fuller (voiceover):
“DDP calls himself the People’s Champion. Well, I respect that—just like I respect what he’s done for this sport. But there’s a difference between respecting someone… and backing down from them.”
We get a split screen of Flex flexing his muscles, his intensity almost menacing, juxtaposed with DDP, cool and confident. The vignette cuts to recent footage where Flex confronts DDP backstage, challenging him directly for the United States Championship.
Voiceover:
“Flex Fuller steps onto the biggest stage of his career, ready to prove that bodybuilding might have built him… but wrestling will make him legendary.”
The screen goes dark before fading back to Flex standing alone in the gym, his eyes fierce with determination.
Flex Fuller:
“DDP, you’ve got the heart of a champion. But I’ve got the power of a machine. That United States Championship is coming home with me.”
The final shot shows Flex Fuller stepping out of the gym, the title match graphic flashing across the screen with the words: Flex Fuller vs. DDP for the United States Championship. The vignette ends with Flex’s face in silhouette, his steely gaze fixed ahead.
AJ Styles vs Santos Escobar
The arena is electric as the crowd buzzes with anticipation for the match between AJ Styles and Santos Escobar. The lights dim, and AJ’s music hits first, sending the fans into a frenzy. Styles strides confidently to the ring, acknowledging the cheers as he enters. Next, Santos Escobar’s entrance music plays, and he appears with a confident swagger, accompanied by his Legado del Fantasma teammates, who receive a mix of cheers and boos from the audience.
As the bell rings, the atmosphere is palpable. Both competitors circle each other, sizing one another up. The crowd chants, “Let’s go, AJ! Let’s go, Santos!”
AJ and Santos lock up in the center of the ring, with Styles quickly transitioning into a headlock. Santos counters, pushing AJ into the ropes and hitting a shoulder block that sends Styles down. AJ pops back up, showcasing his agility as he flips over Santos, landing behind him. Styles follows up with a dropkick that sends Escobar to the mat.
Escobar quickly regains his footing and retaliates with a series of quick strikes, using his speed to his advantage. He connects with a spinning back elbow that catches Styles off guard. Santos then hits a beautiful suplex, floating over into a pin. The referee counts—one, two—but AJ kicks out, determination etched on his face.
The two exchange moves, with AJ executing a perfect DDT and Santos responding with a hurricanrana, sending AJ crashing into the turnbuckle. The crowd is on their feet, appreciating the high-flying and technical wrestling on display.
As the match progresses, Santos begins to focus on AJ’s left arm, targeting it with a series of strikes and submissions. He locks in a keylock, wrenching AJ’s arm while maintaining pressure. Styles struggles but ultimately manages to reach the ropes, forcing the break.
Frustrated but not deterred, Santos goes for a top rope move, climbing high for a crossbody. However, AJ sidesteps at the last moment, and Santos crashes to the mat. AJ takes a moment to catch his breath before rallying back with a flurry of offense, landing punches and kicks that leave Santos staggered.
With both men showing signs of exhaustion, AJ sets up for the Phenomenal Forearm. He springs off the ropes, but Santos catches him mid-air, looking for a powerbomb. AJ, however, counters with a hurricanrana, sending Santos sprawling. Styles quickly follows up with a knee strike to the face as Santos rises, and he transitions into the Styles Clash!
The crowd erupts as AJ makes the cover. The referee counts—one, two… but Santos kicks out just in time! Styles looks astonished but knows he must dig deeper.
With the match at a fever pitch, AJ picks Santos up for a second Styles Clash, but Santos escapes, pushing AJ into the corner. Escobar follows with a series of strikes and then sets up for a running enzuigiri. Styles ducks just in time, causing Santos to crash into the turnbuckle.
AJ takes this moment to hit a springboard 450 splash, connecting perfectly! He goes for the cover again—one, two, three!
Winner: AJ Styles
The arena erupts in cheers as AJ Styles stands victorious, breathing heavily but smiling in triumph. He celebrates in the ring, raising his arms in the air while the crowd chants his name. Santos Escobar, while disappointed, gets to his feet, showing respect for Styles, nodding his head in acknowledgment of the hard-fought battle.
As the show cuts to a commercial, the camera captures AJ celebrating and the crowd cheering, leaving a lasting impression of the thrilling contest that just took place.
Otis vs Rey Mysterio
The arena is buzzing with excitement as Otis makes his entrance, flexing his muscles and hyping up the crowd. As Otis finishes his entrance, Rey Mysterio’s music hits, and the crowd erupts. The masked legend sprints to the ring, high-fiving fans along the way, his energy infectious as he salutes the WWE Universe.
The bell rings, and the crowd is divided, chanting “Let’s go, Otis!” and “619!” in equal measure.
Rey circles Otis, clearly aware of the size difference, looking for an opening. He darts in with quick kicks to Otis’s legs, trying to wear down the big man. Otis swats at Rey, trying to grab him, but Rey’s speed keeps him out of Otis’s reach. Rey bounces off the ropes, going for a crossbody, but Otis catches him mid-air and slams him down with a big scoop slam! The crowd gasps as Rey arches his back in pain.
Otis, now in control, goes to work on Rey with heavy strikes, using his massive arms to club Rey down to the mat. He picks Rey up and hits him with a devastating overhead belly-to-belly suplex, sending Rey flying across the ring. Rey tries to roll out of the ring to recover, but Otis grabs him and pulls him back in, lifting him up for a bear hug. Rey grimaces in pain as Otis squeezes, the crowd rallying behind him with chants of “619!”
Using his agility, Rey manages to elbow his way out of the bear hug, landing on his feet and hitting Otis with a quick dropkick to the knee. Otis stumbles, giving Rey a moment to go on the offensive. Rey hits the ropes and lands a springboard seated senton, knocking Otis to one knee. With the crowd cheering him on, Rey follows up with a flurry of punches, then bounces off the ropes again and connects with a tilt-a-whirl DDT, finally bringing Otis down!
Rey quickly scrambles to the top rope, looking for a high-risk move. He leaps off, going for a frog splash, but Otis rolls out of the way, and Rey crashes into the mat.
Otis, seeing his chance, gets to his feet and pulls Rey up, lifting him for a huge powerslam. He makes the cover, and the referee counts—one, two… but Rey kicks out just in time! Otis looks at the referee in disbelief, but Gable yells encouragement from ringside, telling him to finish it.
Otis pulls Rey up again and whips him into the corner. He charges in, crushing Rey with a massive body splash that shakes the ring. Rey slumps in the corner, dazed, as Otis lifts his arm and signals for the Caterpillar. The crowd erupts, cheering as Otis starts the signature move.
Otis drops down, wiggling his way across the mat before hitting Rey with the Caterpillar elbow drop! The crowd roars as Otis hooks the leg for the cover. The referee counts—one, two… Rey kicks out! Otis looks stunned, and the crowd pops at Rey’s resilience.
Determined to finish it, Otis lifts Rey onto his shoulders for a powerbomb. But Rey manages to counter, flipping over Otis’s head and pulling him into the ropes! Otis stumbles, and Rey sees his opening, signaling for the 619. He dashes to the ropes, swinging around for his finishing move, but as he comes around, Otis catches him in mid-air!
With a massive roar, Otis hoists Rey onto his shoulder and drives him into the mat with a thunderous World’s Strongest Slam. He hooks Rey’s leg, and the referee counts—one, two, three!
Winner: Otis
The crowd is both shocked and impressed as Otis stands tall, breathing heavily but smiling triumphantly.
Otis raises his arm, and the crowd cheers, recognizing his big win over the legendary Rey Mysterio. The camera captures Otis celebrating in the ring, the crowd chanting “Otis! Otis!” as the show heads to a commercial break.
Main event
Finn Balor vs Andrade
The energy in the arena is at a fever pitch as the main event between Finn Balor and Andrade is set to begin. Both competitors make their entrances with an intensity that signals the stakes tonight. Finn Balor’s iconic entrance captivates the audience, while Andrade, exudes confidence and swagger. As the bell rings, the crowd is divided, with chants of “Let’s go, Finn!” and “Andrade!” echoing throughout the arena.
The World Champion, Balor and his opponent, Andrade, start cautiously, circling each other and trading quick grapples and counters. Andrade goes for an early wrist lock, but Finn flips out of it, countering with a deep arm drag. Both men spring to their feet, staring each other down, a smirk on Andrade’s face as they test their skills. The two exchange quick strikes, but neither can gain the upper hand as they trade hold for hold, keeping the crowd on the edge of their seats.
As the match progresses, Andrade seizes an opportunity to strike, catching Finn off guard with a sharp kick to the midsection followed by a snap suplex. He quickly follows up with a back elbow in the corner, stunning Balor. Andrade builds momentum with a running double knee strike, crushing Finn into the turnbuckles. He goes for the pin, but Balor kicks out at two, showing resilience.
Andrade doesn’t let up, picking Balor up and hitting a vicious neckbreaker, followed by a series of calculated stomps to wear him down. Andrade locks in a chin lock, grounding Balor and slowing the pace of the match, trying to wear him down.
The crowd starts to rally behind Balor, chanting his name. With the support of the WWE Universe, Finn battles to his feet, fighting out of Andrade’s hold with elbow strikes to the midsection. He breaks free and hits the ropes, coming back with a quick forearm smash that sends Andrade reeling. Finn follows up with a series of rapid strikes, including a basement dropkick that sends Andrade tumbling out of the ring.
Balor seizes the moment and sprints toward the ropes, leaping over with a tope con hilo that lands perfectly on Andrade. The crowd goes wild as both men crash to the floor outside the ring. Balor is the first to his feet, rolling Andrade back into the ring and climbing to the top rope, setting up for a high-risk move.
Balor goes for a diving double stomp, but Andrade rolls out of the way, narrowly escaping disaster. As Finn lands, Andrade capitalizes, grabbing him for a hammerlock DDT. Finn struggles but manages to counter, spinning out and hitting Andrade with a sling blade! The crowd explodes as Balor springs to his feet, feeding off their energy.
With Andrade dazed, Balor charges for a shotgun dropkick, but Andrade counters, catching him and throwing him into the corner with a buckle bomb. Andrade immediately follows with his signature running double knee strike, hitting Balor squarely in the chest. He covers—one, two… but Balor kicks out! Andrade slams the mat in frustration.
Sensing the end, Andrade drags Balor to his feet and sets him up for the hammerlock DDT again. But Finn slips out, hitting Andrade with a Pele kick that knocks him back. With Andrade staggered, Balor runs off the ropes and nails him with a sling blade, followed by a shotgun dropkick that sends Andrade crashing into the corner.
The crowd rises to its feet as Balor climbs the ropes, signaling for the Coup de Grace. Balor leaps off the top rope, landing the Coup de Grace perfectly onto Andrade’s chest!
He hooks Andrade’s leg as the referee counts—one, two, three!
Winner: Finn Balor
The crowd erupts in cheers as Finn Balor’s music hits, and the referee raises his hand in victory. Exhausted but triumphant, Balor stands tall, taking in the moment.
Finn looks into the camera and says, “You see AJ… I don’t need the demon to close out our trilogy but unfortunately for you… the Demon needs you.” The intense main event leaves the fans cheering as the show comes to a close.
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
CEO Jeff Murrey Announces Groundbreaking WWE Crossover Event: “Saturday Main Event” – NXT and Smackdown Unite!
STAMFORD, CT – November 7, 2024 – WWE CEO Jeff Murrey has officially announced a historic, collaboration between NXT and Smackdown, titled “Saturday Main Event”, set to air this Saturday, November 9th. Fans can expect a high-octane blend of talent and unforgettable showdowns in this electrifying joint production that promises to push the boundaries of sports entertainment.
CEO Jeff Murrey expressed his excitement: “In the world of WWE, we’re constantly looking to create moments that fans will never forget. Bringing the raw energy of NXT together with the star power of Smackdown is the perfect recipe for an epic Saturday night showcase. Prepare yourselves – this is going to be a collision of charisma and fierce competition like never before.”
“Saturday Main Event” will spotlight a fusion of WWE’s top stars, dream matchups, and surprising alliances. Viewers can anticipate appearances from NXT Champion Karrion Kross, WWE Champion The Rock, General Manager Stephanie Levesque, and NXT General Manager HBK orchestrating high-stakes interactions. This epic night will also feature a show-stealing main event as Smackdown’s top contenders clash with NXT’s finest, promising fans an unforgettable spectacle.
Event Details:
Date: Saturday, November 9, 2024
Time: 8:00 PM EST
Venue: Key Bank Center, Buffalo, NY
Broadcast: Live on USA
This crossover special marks a significant evolution in WWE’s programming, blending the cutting-edge athleticism of NXT with the seasoned storytelling and star power of Smackdown.
Stay tuned for more match announcements and surprises as “Saturday Main Event” draws near. WWE fans, this is a night you won’t want to miss!
World Of Wrestling: Murrey Universe 