WWE: Brand Supremacy - RAW 1000!

WWE MONEY IN THE BANK | July 15th, 2012 | Phoenix, Arizona

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• Money in the Bank begins first with the WWE logo flitting across the screen, and then by the opening video package. It focuses first on the two Money in the Bank ladder matches, highlighting just how importance this match is. Out of the ten men who have cashed in the briefcase all have done so successfully. Tonight two more men will become Mr. Money in the Bank and have their chance at immortality. We then switch focus to the World Heavyweight Championship which sees Sheamus facing off with the monstrous Big Show. In the weeks leading up to this show Big Show has dominated at every turn, leaving no doubts in anyone’s minds that he is capable of winning this match. Finally attention is turned to the WWE Championship match and the recent problems between CM Punk, Kane and AJ. This past week on SmackDown things got even more bizarre as Kane proposed and a mystery man got involved. Tonight all of these things will come to a head. Champions will be crowned, future legacies created and two briefcases claimed, exclusively on Money in the Bank!
  
  
• We open in the arena with a spectacular pyrotechnics display, panning around the arena to showcase the near 11,000 fans in the US Airways Centre here in Phoenix, Arizona. We head to our announce team of Michael Cole and Jerry Lawler as they welcome us to Money in the Bank exclusively on pay per view. They hype up just how huge tonight’s show is going to be, drawing our attention to the SmackDown Money in the Bank briefcase which currently hangs above the ring. The action starts right now as we crown SmackDown’s Mr. Money in the Bank.
  
  1. SMACKDOWN MONEY IN THE BANK LADDER MATCH) CHRIS JERICHO vs. ANTONIO CESARO vs. ZACK RYDER vs. MICHAEL MCGILLICUTTY vs. CODY RHODES vs. ALBERTO DEL RIO vs. THE MIZ: Money In The Bank instantly kicked off in a chaotic finish as Chris Jericho went after Miz during his entrance, not waiting for him to get into the ring. The bell sounded as the other five competitors went at it, Del Rio being the first to grab a ladder. Michael McGillicutty grabbed the other end of it, beginning a tug of war with Del Rio. Zack Ryder hit the ladder with a baseball slide, taking the both of them out. He slid the ladder into the ring and attempted to set it up, but was stopped by Cesaro. He clotheslined Ryder over the rope and delivered a hard ladder shot to Cody, leaving him as the only superstar in the ring. Cesaro got one foot on the ladder before Chris Jericho immediately stopped him. Miz was right after Jericho as he and Cesaro stomped away on Y2J. With Cesaro focused on Jericho, Miz tried to quickly scale the ladder. Cesaro stopped him as McGillicutty slid back into the ring. He climbed the other side of the ladder as Miz pulled him down. He went to the outside to grab another ladder, but was stopped by Del Rio. As the two battled, Ryder placed another ladder in the ring, delivering a shot to the mid sections of Cesaro and McGillicutty. He set up the ladder in a corner, picking Jericho up in the opposite. He went for an irish whip, but Jericho was able to counter it. Ryder stopped himself before hitting the ladder as Jericho charged towards him. Ryder was able to move out of the way as Jericho collided with the ladder. He fell into position for the Broski Boot, but was stopped with a clothesline from Del Rio. The Mexican Aristocrat took Jericho's arm and repeatedly smashed it with the ladder, trying to eliminate one of the favorites from the equation. Cody was back in the mix of things, dropkicking the ladder as Del Rio had possession of it. Rhodes threw that ladder to the side, climbing the other one that was already propped and ready. McGillicutty scaled the other side as the two traded blows at the top. McGillicutty fell off the ladder, falling right into a Very European uppercut from Cesaro. Cody had his hands on the briefcase before Cesaro stopped him, delivering a powerbomb onto another ladder. Jericho quickly stopped him from climbing the ladder, catching him with a bulldog. Jericho's arm was still causing problems for him, but fought through it as he locked the Walls Of Jericho on Cesaro. Zack Ryder tried to use this opportunity to climb the ladder, but Jericho released his hold of Cesaro to scale the other side. Miz set up another ladder to the side of them, climbing it as he tried to stop Jericho and Ryder. They both pushed his ladder over, causing Miz to fall onto the top rope. Del Rio set that ladder up again as he and McGillicutty both climbed it. Jericho, Ryder, Del Rio, and McGillicutty all battled at the top of their ladders, eventually pushing both over as they all crashed to the mat. With all seven competitors laid out, Ricardo Rodriguez decided to try and win it for Del Rio. He set a ladder up and began climbing it before AW decided to try and do the same. He climbed the ladder as the two managers met at the top. "Get your hands off Mike's briefcase!" shouted AW as he delivered a shot to Ricardo, knocking him off. AW was all alone at the top of the ladder until Antonio Cesaro climbed, joining him before he could grab the case. AW tried to comply with him, telling Cesaro that he could be a very good asset to All World Promotions. Cesaro didn't want to waste any time as grabbed AW's head, delivering an uppercut that sent him crashing to the mat. Cesaro was all alone until Miz was back in the mix of things. He pulled him off the ladder, planting the Swiss Sensation with a Skull Crushing Finale onto another ladder. Miz began to scale the ladder until he was joined by Chris Jericho. The two rivals battled at the top until Cody Rhode slid back into the ring, pushing the ladder over Miz and Jericho crashed onto the rest of the competitors. Cody was the only man left standing as he climbed to the top of the ladder, unhooking the briefcase and claiming victory. CODY RHODES RETRIVES THE BRIEFCASE; CODY RHODES WINS MONEY IN THE BANK.
  
  
• Rhodes looked at the briefcase in complete awe before shouting while raising it. Shots of the carnage were shown as all of the other competitors, and even AW and Ricardo, were all laid out. Rhodes continued to raise the briefcase, knowing that any time over the next 365 days, he has the opportunity to become WWE Champion.
  
  
• We go backstage as we see Primo and Epico talking backstage. In the background we can hear “MILLION OF DOLLARS! MILLION OF DOLLARS!” as the Prime Time Players and Teddy Long are making their way down the hall. Once they reach Primo and Epico the two teams have a brief stare down before Teddy Long speaks up. He tells the two that he wants them both to watch the Prime Time Player’s tag team title match up next, because then they’ll know why both AW and himself picked “the hottest tag team on Monday Night RAW over you two.” Darren chimes in, saying once they win the tag team titles tonight, they realize why they’ll never before half as good as them and why they are going to make MILLION OF DOLLARS! Titus and Young walk off chanting as Primo and Epico shake their heads.
  
  2. WWE TAG TEAM CHAMPIONSHIP MATCH) KOFI KINGSTON & R-TRUTH vs. THE PRIME TIME PLAYERS w/ Teddy Long: The Prime Time players were cocky as ever after the roll they’ve been on. Darren Young and Kofi Kingston started the match off, “Mr. No Days Off” quickly taking the advantage. Young tried to dump the champ from the ring, but Kofi quickly countered and tossed him out instead. The crowd popped as Teddy Long quickly rushed to save his client. Young started to comb his hair, only for Kingston to take him out with a suicide dive! Long quickly backed up as Titus attacked Kofi from behind, leading Truth to come over and take out Titus. The referee finally got control of the match as he separated Truth and Titus and forced the legal men back into the ring. Kofi quickly got the tag in to Truth who took it to Young with a variety set moves, but eventually Titus got the blind tag and hit Truth in the back of the head. Titus got the advantage and grounded Truth for the next minute while taunting him, even going as far to dance in the ring. The taunting proved to be a mistake as it allowed Truth to surprise him with a huge dropkick and tag in Kofi, who leaped over the top rope and took O ‘Neil down with a huge clothesline. Young tried to get in a cheap shot, but Kofi ducked and dumped him out of the ring. Titus was back up and he spun Kofi around, setting up for the Spinebuster, but Kingston countered it into a DDT! The crowd popped as Kofi sprung back up to his feet and bounced off the ropes, connecting with the Boom Drop! He covered, but Teddy Long hopped on the apron and distracted the ref. Kofi had no idea what was going on as Primo and Epico quickly rushed down the ramp! They pull Long off the apron, causing Darren Young to go after them. The brawl distracted Titus O ‘Neil and it ended up costing the Prime Time Players the match as when he turned around Kofi nailed him with the Trouble in Paradise! KOFI KINGSTON & R-TRUTH DEFEATED THE PRIME TIME PLAYERS; KOFI KINGSTON & R-TRUTH RETAIN THE WWE TAG TEAM CHAMPIONSHIP.
  
  
• Kingston and Truth celebrated their win in the ring as the referee handed them the titles. Teddy Long and Young were fuming on the outside as the cousins stood on the ramp, smiling. Truth, Kofi, and Little Jimmy celebrated the win on opposing turnbuckles as the scene faded away.
  
  
• Cutting backstage, AJ was shown in her referee gear as she will be the official for tonight's WWE Championship match. The defending champion CM Punk soon walked in, telling AJ that he hopes she has enough sense to call their match down the middle. She said that that's her job and she plans on doing it. "AJ, who was that guy on SmackDown?" asked Punk. She said that she had no idea. Probably just some nut job who didn't take his medication. "I saw you say the name 'Dean.' You know who he is, and you're gonna tell me right now." AJ stared at Punk for a few seconds, before leaving the room.
  
  3. UNITED STATES CHAMPIONSHIP MATCH) SANTINO MARELLA vs. DAMIEN SANDOW: As Sandow was removing his robe, Santino caught him by surprise with a roll up. Sandow managed to kick out just in the nick of time, though he rolled out of the ring and kicked the steel steps in anger. After re-entering, he quickly went for a clothesline as Santino ducked it, dropping him with an Arm Drag. Sandow backed into a corner, kicking Santino in the mid-section when trying to go for him. He whipped him into the corner, hitting the United States Champion with several knife edge chops. Santino fell onto the mat as Sandow drove his boot into the collarbone area of Santino. After meeting the referee's five count, Sandow dragged Santino in the center of the ring, covering him for the two count. Sandow kept him in a rest hold for a bit as the audience chanted for Santino, giving him enough energy to fight of the hold. He hit Sandow with a few elbows to the gut, trying to hit a clothesline. Sandow was able to counter it as he lifted Santino into the air, crashing face-first onto the mat. Sandow went for another cover, but only garnered another two count. Sandow picked the champion up, going for a suplex as Santino landed on his feet. He hit Sandow with a few quick jabs before planting him with a Sitout Facebuster. Santino was fired up as he brought out the Cobra, ready to finish this match. As he shouted "Cobra!" Sandow caught him with a huge Big Boot. He then took the Cobra and ripped it apart, stomping on the remains of it. He then picked up Santino, planting him with the Illumination to pick up the victory and the championship. DAMIEN SANDOW DEFEATED SANTINO MARELLA; DAMIEN SANDOW WINS THE UNITED STATES CHAMPIONSHIP.
  
  
• The audience shows their displeasure for the result as they boo Sandow, who is handed the United States Championship. He raised it high in the air as he placed one foot on the chest of Santino. Michael Cole stated that "Hallelujah" is a very fitting song for this event as tonight marks the beginning of the WWE Universe's transition from ignoramus to intellectualism, courtesy of the new United States Champion, Damien Sandow.
  
  
• John Cena is shown warming up backstage in a hallway to a huge pop. Suddenly, Daniel Bryan walks up to him and Cena asks him what he wants, but he just wants him to know he’s a little busy. Daniel says he doesn’t care what Cena is, because he just wants to remind him how he beat him to earn his spot in the Money in the Bank ladder match. Daniel adds that he is going to win the match, and since the briefcase is as good as the title itself; he just wants to thank Cena as the number two reason, him being number one, to why he is going to be the next World Heavyweight Champion. Cena smirks and reminds Bryan the only reason why he won is because of Tensai. John says he’s about to get out there and get some revenge on Tensai, so “if you want to put your money where your mouth is, I’m available every Monday.” Bryan says once he’s World Champion he’ll have more important things to worry about, but Cena warns him if he’s ever World Champion again then he’ll be the first one knocking on his door. The two have a staredown before an angry Bryan walks off.
  
  
• We go back to the RAW commentary team of Jerry Lawler and Josh Matthews. The two hype up that our next match is the grudge match between Tensai and John Cena. A replay of how this feud started is shown with the RAW from three weeks ago as Tensai cost Cena a Money in the Bank qualifier against Daniel Bryan.
  
  4.) JOHN CENA

[/color] vs. TENSAI: The bell rings and Cena charges at Tensai, throwing rights and lefts at his body. At first it startles the beast and sends him into the corner. The crowd pops as it seems like Cena is practically fighting for his life, only for Tensai to hit him with a head butt. Tensai starts taking full control, backing Cena up with punches and elbow strikes. John is out yet as he starts to strike back, only for Tensai to start throwing knees to the guts. Tensai keeps on the offense and throws Cena to the ground. The crowd boos as he starts to choke Cena out by the ropes, the referee beginning his count. He gets up to four until Tensai releases his grip. He startles the referee with a nasty stare before Cena gets back up. He dazes Tensai with a few shots to the head before going off the ropes and hitting a shoulder block. Tensai falls out of the ring and Cena goes after him, picking him up and slamming his head against the announce table. He tries to whip him into the steel ring post, but Tensai counters and whips him back first into the steel steps! The referee tries to get them back in the ring only for Tensai to ignore him, picks John up, and tosses him into the barricade! Both superstars make their way back into the ring where Tensai gets startled by a kick to the gut, allowing Cena to bounce off the ropes and hit a bulldog. John starts to take control of the match and eventually hits the prototype slam. Tensai is out in the center of the ring as Cena throws his hand in the air, signalling for the Five Knuckle Shuffle. He goes off the ropes, but Tensai gets up and out of nowhere rams him right in the stomach! The crowd boos as Cena crushes into the mat. With him down, Tensai goes for the Back Senton, only for him to move out of the way! He quickly goes to apply the STF, but is fought off with a few stiff shots to the head. Cena is only dazed for a brief moment as he quickly goes back on the assault, kicking Tensai and hitting the DDT! John climbs to the top ropes and sets up for his signature leg drop, but when he leaps off Tensai catches him and plants him with a Chokebomb. TENSAI DEFEATED JOHN CENA.

[/li][li] The crowd booed as Tensai stood up in the ring. Cena was down and you could barely tell Tensai was happy about his win as he still had an irate look on his face. The referee tried to help John up to his feet, but Tensai threw him backwards. Cena was just getting up, but Tensai shoved him back down to the mat and went off the ropes, hitting a back Senton! The crowd continued to boo as Tensai stood tall over Cena.

[/li][li] As Tensai leaves the ring we are taken back to the RAW commentary team. Josh Matthews remind us of how Brock Lesnar is scheduled to answer Triple H’s Summerslam challenge in just a few moments, but first they want to take a look back at how all this came about. First we see Lesnar breaking Triple H’s arm on RAW back in May. The next clip shows Triple H laying down the challenge at No Way Out. Next we see bits of the interactions from Triple H and Paul Heyman over the past month leading to Triple H claiming he is the ‘Cerebral Assassin’ on RAW.

[/li][li] The theme of WWE COO Triple H hits to a huge pop. “The Game” comes out in a suit and he’s wasting no time in hitting the ring. He grabs a microphone and says for the past two months he’s had to deal with nothing but lawyers, Paul Heyman, and bull crap. He states the time for all the legal garbage is over and he knows Brock Lesnar is back there. He wants his answer and he wants it now. Triple H waits for a few moments before Lesnar’s theme hits. Paul Heyman is the first one to come out to massive boos. He makes his way into the ring and grabs a microphone. Hunter says he’s tired of this crap and he wants Lesnar. Heyman says Brock would love to come out, but he’s currently in the back surrounded by security for your safety. Hunter is clearly not amused and Paul Heyman says Brock and he have discussed this multiple times over the past month. “While he would love to give you the most horrific beating of your career while ending it, Brock has decided his answer to not only the match and dropping the lawsuits is….. NO!” The crowd boos as Triple H surprisingly smirks. “I had a feeling that’s what the answer would be, Paul, but luckily being the Cerebral Assassin I came up with a plan.” Heyman looks increasingly worried as he continues to speak. “I knew Brock would be too much of a coward to come out here so he’d be sitting in the back with all the security guards money could buy. Yet, Paul, did you ever come to think if security and Brock were both back there, who would protect you?” The crowd pops as Paul pleads with “the Game.” Triple H has none of it, however, and knocks Paul down with a huge right! H wastes no time and he grabs Heyman again, this time setting up for the Pedigree. The crowd is going wild, but Lesnar’s theme hits again. Triple H drops Paul as Brock finally comes out to the stage. Triple H takes off his jacket and tie as Lesnar comes charging down the ramp and into the ring. The two begin to throw punch after punch with Brock taking the early lead. Triple H quickly fights back however, but only for Heyman to get Brock out of the ring. The crowd is amped up as Hunter tries to get them back in the ring. Heyman grabs the microphone again and tells Triple H that he’s officially crossed the line. “So now at Summerslam, your career will be over! Why? Because you got your match!” The crowd pops and Triple H wastes no time in jumping out of the ring and starting the fight again! Security finally rushes out and pulls the two apart as we fade to the next segment.

[/li][li] Cutting to a dark lit room, Kane was shown preparing for his WWE Championship match tonight when AJ walked in. She told Kane that crazy things happen in life, but that shouldn't get in the way of their love. She knows what he was going to ask her on SmackDown, so she just wants to know when their wedding is? "AJ, there will be no wedding until you tell me who the hell it was that attacked me on SmackDown." AJ told Kane that she had no idea, but he didn't buy it. He said that her lips said "Dean." "Who is Dean?" AJ quickly ran out of the room, leaving Kane fuming as she has evaded that question two times tonight.

[/li][li] We move to Lillian Garcia who is standing by with Big Show. Garcia asked him about his thoughts on the upcoming match while Show looked down on her with a stone like expression. He stated he realizes Sheamus is angered and is out for some vengeance tonight, but he doesn’t care. It doesn’t matter who you are or what you want, after eighteen years of oppression; there is no stopping him. He says he proved that on Monday when he knocked out Tensai, John Cena, and Sheamus in one sitting. He says he’s going to knock out Sheamus one more time up next, but this time he’s taking the World Championship with him. Show walks off before Josh Matthews and the King introduce to a video package for the main event.

5. WORLD HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP MATCH) SHEAMUS vs. BIG SHOW: ‘The Celtic Warrior’ had his ribs taped up still after the vicious assault from Big Show during their contract signing on Monday Night RAW. Sheamus was out for revenge tonight and as soon as the bell rung Sheamus jumped on Big Show on the corner and started throwing punches. The referee tried to get him off and couldn’t, but Show had no problem and he threw Sheamus off of him. Show took Sheamus down with a huge clothesline and dropped an elbow to the ribs. Big Show had control of the match for the first few minutes, but Sheamus was nowhere near out. He quickly started to fight back with punch after punch and he knocked Show out of the ring! The challenger was dazed as Sheamus climbed to the apron, and leaped off taking him down with a huge shoulder block! The referee started his count as Sheamus picked up Show and threw him straight into the barricade. He followed it up with shot after shot to the head and then throwing him head first into the steel steps. Sheamus threw Big Show back in the ring, but when he got in himself, he was met with a huge big boot! Show then went off the ropes and connected with a huge leg drop. Sheamus was down as Big Show signaled for the W.M.D. The champion got up and Big Show swung, but Sheamus ducked! He went charging off the ropes, only to run into a brick wall as Show knocked him down. He retreated to the corner and as he started to get up Show ran at him for the spear, only for Sheamus to move again, and this time he ran into the ring post! Show was clearly hurt as Sheamus went to the top rope and took him out with another shoulder block! He covered this time, only for Show to kick out. As the match continued the two warriors continued to battle back and forth. Sheamus seemed to finally have found his stride and he was calling for the Brogue Kick to settle the match, but as he was running Show grabbed him by the neck! He nailed the Chokeslam and covered, only for the champion to kick out. “The World’s Largest Athlete” wasn’t happy at all and he threw the ref down. Show seemed to be in another place, and he didn’t realize Sheamus was back up. When he finally turned around Sheamus took him out of the ring with the Brogue Kick! With the referee down chaos ensured as both men went to the outside. Sheamus laid Big Show out on the announcers table and did his signature ten punches to chest. Show fell to floor as the “Great White” followed him, only to be grabbed by the throat! Show tossed Sheamus right into the barricade and grabbed him again, this time sending him through the announcers table with a Chokeslam! With both the referee and Sheamus out Big Show was the only one left standing. Show picked Sheamus back up and grabbed him by the throat for a third time. However, now he was going for the W.M.D. Show raises his right hand in the air and turned it into a fist, but Sheamus grabbed it! Show was surprised as the champ started throwing hands, eventually causing Big Show to lose his grip. The two then started brawling all the way around the ringside area until they made their way up the ramp. They brawled all the way up to the stage as the ref finally woke up. Seeing the chaos, he rang the bell as they kept fighting. SHEAMUS AND BIG SHOW FOUGHT TO A NO CONTEST. SHEAMUS RETAINS THE WORLD HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP.

[/li][li] The two wouldn’t stop fighting as they kept throwing punches at each other. Staff tried to separate the two, but it was no use as they just kept fighting through them. Booker T even tried to get the two to stop fighting only to be ignored as well. The two were fighting by the barricade and Sheamus was in control. He was hammering Show with shot after shot, but just when it seemed like Sheamus was going to finish him off, Show wrapped his giant hand around the champion’s throat! He tossed him right into the barricade as staff tried to get in between the two. Big Show pushed them off before measuring Sheamus. He charged and speared him right through the barricade! Both men were down as staff checked on them, Money in the Bank fading to its next segment.

[/li][li] A video package aired promoting the upcoming 1000th edition of Monday Night RAW featuring superstars from RAW and SmackDown and the stars of RAW’s past. This blockbuster three hour edition of Monday Night RAW comes to you live from St. Louis Missouri on the 25th of July, exclusively presented to you by World Wrestling Entertainment.

6. WWE DIVA’S CHAMPIONSHIP MATCH) LAYLA vs. TAMINA: Following the sound of the bell, the two Divas locked up as Tamina easily won the battle of strength. Layla delivered a dropkick to her leg, trying to get the quick cover. Tamina was able to roll Layla off of her before the two count, catching her with a heavy clothesline. Tamina picked Layla up before tossing her into a corner. She went for a splash, but Layla moved out of harm's way. She delivered a dropkick to Tamina in a corner, covering her for a two count. She went for another roll up, but Tamina rolled out of it before kicking her right between the eyes. She hit Layla with a standing elbow drop, only garnering a two count. The powerful Tamina lifted Layla up in a Gorilla Press position, but the Divas Champion managed to counter it into a DDT. Layla got the cover, but Tamina was able to kick out before three. She sat on the top turnbuckle, waiting Tamina to get to her feet. Layla attempted something as she flew off the second rope, but Tamina delivered a headbutt to her rib-area. Layla held her stomach in agonizing pain on the mat as Tamina ascended to the top rope. She came down with the Superfly Splash, but Layla was able to narrowly move out of the way. As Tamina was stirring to her feet, Layla delivered a kick to her face before planting her with the Layout to get the victory and retain her championship. LAYLA DEFEATED TAMINA; LAYLA RETAINS THE DIVA’S CHAMPIONSHIP.

[/li][li] Layla was handed the Divas Championship as she celebrated with it, knowing she managed to overcome one of her toughest challenges to date. The commentators put over the effort of Tamina, but on this night in Phoenix, Layla is still your WWE Divas Champion.

[/li][li] Once again we go the RAW announce table with Jerry Lawler and Josh Matthews ready to hype the next match; that being the RAW Money in the Bank ladder match. They remind us how the winner will have a guaranteed title match for up to a year before listing off the six men in the match. The six men are: Dolph Ziggler, Daniel Bryan, Sin Cara, Wade Barrett, Jack Swagger, and Intercontinental Champion Christian.

7. RAW MONEY IN THE BANK LADDER MATCH) DANIEL BRYAN vs. SIN CARA vs. DOLPH ZIGGLER vs. CHRISTIAN vs. JACK SWAGGER vs. WADE BARRETT: The bell rings and none of the superstars can decide to make the first move. Bryan slips to the outside as the other five guys start going at it in the ring. Ziggler and Christian brawl to the outside as Barrett dominates Sin Cara in the corner. Swagger hits Wade from behind and the two engage in a fight, only for Bryan to slip back in with a ladder and knock them both out! The ring is cleared as Bryan sets up the ladder and quickly tries to reach the top, but his plan is foiled by Sin Cara. Cara yanks him off the rungs, but is knocked out with a huge kick to the skull! Daniel tries climbing again, only for Christian to come back in and pull on his leg, sending him to the floor. Ziggler is getting a ladder on the outside while the champion tires climbing the ladder. Swagger knocks him off and goes for the Gut wrench powerbomb, but Christian pushes him off right into the ladder! Dolph slides a ladder into the ring and takes Christian out from behind with the Zig Zag. He places his rival on the ladder, does a taunt, and performs an elbow drop right onto the steel! Another ladder is brought into the ring by Barrett and soon enough all six men are trying to just climb up the ladders, but they are always pulled down by somebody else. Barrett and Christian are fighting on the outside over a ladder as Bryan and Swagger are climbing up one in the ring. Once they both reach the top Ziggler comes in and tips it over! The ring seems to be cleared as Dolph puts the ladder back up and begins to climb. Sin Cara has other ideas as he springboards to one ladder, then jumps off that ladder and takes Ziggler down with a sunset flip powerbomb! Later on in the match in what is probably the most memorable spot all five superstars, besides Sin Cara, were brawling on the outside. Cara sets up a ladder in the ring, but too far from the briefcase. He stands on top of the ladder. Everyone else looks up as he leaps off the top and takes everybody out! All six men are down and out as the crowd is going wild. The finals moments came as Barrett took Cara out with a wasteland onto a ladder. On one ladder Christian and Bryan were brawling until Bryan locked in the YES! Lock on the ladder! Christian did everything in his power to fight off Bryan, and eventually he succeeded in knocking him off. The champ seemed out as Ziggler climbed up a ladder not too far away. Dolph reached for the briefcase, but his rival took him out with a huge spear! Everybody was down, except Barrett. Wade was still on the outside and as he observed the carnage he quickly slipped in the ring, climbed up the ladder, and grabbed the briefcase! WADE BARRETT RETRIEVES THE BRIEFCASE; WADE BARRETT WINS MONEY IN THE BANK.

[/li][li] Barrett’s theme hits to loud jeers from the crowd. Barrett stands up top of the ladder and raises the briefcase in the air with a loud roar. All other five men were out as Wade continued to celebrate his win on the ladder.

[/li][li] As we prepare for the main event, AJ was shown backstage making her way down to the ring. Scott Stanford caught up with her, asking if Punk and Kane are both right. Does she know the identity of the man we saw on SmackDown. AJ angrily grabbed his tie, yanking it and telling him that she doesn't know who Dean is. As AJ continued on, Michael Cole raised the question that was most likely on everyone's mind. If she doesn't know him, how does she know his name is Dean?

[/li][li] A video package was shown for the WWE Championship match between CM Punk and Kane. For weeks, we saw AJ become embroiled in a feud between Punk, Kane, and the now RAW Superstar, Daniel Bryan. After the roster shake up, we saw 3 of those 4 superstars on the same show. Kane quickly became the No.1 Contender for the CM Punk's WWE Championship as he tried to cut his ties with AJ. After an incident that saw AJ harmed, Kane delivered a Chokeslam to Punk as he tended to her. The next week, it was revealed that AJ would be the special guest referee for this match. Later on in the night, Kane attempted to propose to AJ, but was suddenly attacked by a man who, thanks to AJ, we know as "Dean."

8. WWE CHAMPIONSHIP MATCH – SPECIAL GUEST REFEREE: AJ) CM PUNK vs. KANE: After AJ called for the bell, Kane immediately charged towards Punk. He was able to move out of harm's way, hitting Kane with repeated strikes and chops. Kane was able to grab Punk and toss him into the corner hitting heavy jabs. AJ began the count, but stopped before five as she allowed Kane to continue. As he went for a running powerslam, Punk was able to reverse it into an Inverted DDT. He got the cover, but Kane managed to kick out. Punk looked at AJ, telling her to call it down the middle. With Kane on his knees, Punk delivered several kicks to his chest, but couldn't follow it up with the head shot as Kane grabbed his leg. He quickly went for a Chokeslam, but Punk got out of it, kicking Kane in the head upon turning around. He went for another cover, but Kane managed to kick out once again. Kane rolled to the outside as Punk stepped out onto the ring apron. AJ didn't even attempt to start the ten count as she simply watched on. Punk went for a Flying Clothesline, but Kane caught him and rammed him spine-first into the ring post. Kane approached the announce table, taking it apart as AJ did nothing to stop him. He grabbed Punk, who pushed him into the ring post. As Kane was backed against it, Punk hit a running dropkick. Still, AJ did nothing. No countout attempts, no telling them to get back in the ring. She even sat cross legged in the ring as she watched. Knowing AJ wouldn't give a damn, Punk grabbed a chair and nailed Kane in the back with it. He delivered two more shots as Kane fell back onto the announce table. Punk climbed up the top turnbuckle as AJ continued to watch. He delivered an Elbow Drop to Kane through the announce table! The audience went wild as AJ smiled at the scene of the carnage. It took a while, but Punk was soon back on his feet as he tried to toss Kane back into the ring. Punk was able to get the Big Red Monster back in the ring as he covered him, but only got a two count. Punk tried to lift Kane up for the GTS, but he slid off the champ's shoulders, grasping his throat and hitting a Chokeslam. Unfortunately for Kane, Punk managed to get his foot on the bottom rope just in time. Kane went to the outside, picking up the chair that Punk used on him not too long ago. Kane nailed Punk in the back with it a few times before picking him up. It looked like he was attempting a Tombstone onto the chair, but Punk was able to get out of his grasp as he picked up the chair for himself. He hit Kane several times in the leg before targeting his back. AJ still stood in a corner, watching these two kill each other while not doing a single thing to stop them. Punk climbed on to the top rope with the chair, looking to hit an Elbow Drop. Kane moved out of the way, causing Punk to crash his elbow onto the chair. The Big Red Monster tossed Punk to the outside, taking the chair with him. He whipped Punk into the steel ring post, swinging the chair at his head. Punk dodged the chair shot as he dropkicked Kane, AJ watching from the ring apron. Punk slid back into the ring as Kane hurried after him. Punk delivered another dropkick, one that sent Kane into AJ, causing her to fall off of the ring apron in a very similar scene from last month's No Way Out. Kane stared at the fallen AJ, anger engulfing him as he charged towards Punk. The WWE Champion hit him with a leaping clothesline as they both remained on the mat for a while. AJ was still unconscious at ringside when the man from SmackDown, Dean, ran out there. He picked AJ up and carried her to the back, unbeknownst to Punk or Kane. Another referee tried to stop Dean, but he paid no attention as continued on with AJ in his arms. The referee ran down to the ring, taking over the officiating for this match. Kane was soon back on his feet, but noticed that AJ was gone. When he turned around, Punk hoisted him up to his shoulders, hitting him with a GTS to finally pick up the victory. CM PUNK DEFEATED KANE; CM PUNK RETAINS THE WWE CHAMPIONSHIP.

[/li][li] The audience popped as Punk was announced as the winner, the WWE Championship being handed back to him. After a war with the Big Red Monster, Punk still stands tall as the WWE Champion. He raised the title high in the air, asking the official what happened to AJ. As he was being told what happened, Kane turned him around and planted him with a Chokeslam. Kane quickly made his way up the entrance ramp, shouting AJ's name repeatedly. Punk was shown in the ring laid out from the Chokeslam as the commentators themselves wondered where "Dean" has gone with AJ. Suddenly, the theme of Cody Rhodes hit as he rushed to the ring, handing his Money In The Bank briefcase to the referee. Rhodes hurried him as he handed the briefcase to Justin Roberts, announcing that Cody Rhodes is cashing in his Money In The Bank briefcase.

9. WWE CHAMPIONSHIP MATCH) CM PUNK vs. CODY RHODES: Everyone in the arena here in Phoenix were standing as Rhodes anxiously waited for Punk to get to his feet so the bell could be sounded. Punk soon did so as the referee finally called for the bell. Rhodes quickly grabbed Punk, planting him with Cross Rhodes. Cody covered him, getting the three count and fulfilling his dream. CODY RHODES DEFEATED CM PUNK; CODY RHODES WINS THE WWE CHAMPIONSHIP.

[/li][li] Nobody in the arena can believe it. Cody shouted at the top of his lungs as he was handed the WWE Title. He stared at it endlessly before raising it high in the air. The commentators tried to run down the series of events that lead to this. AJ was rendered unconscious, this "Dean" guy took her, Punk defeated Kane, and it was a post-match Chokeslam that allowed Cody to cash in the Money In The Bank briefcase that he captured at the top of the show. CM Punk remained motionless on the mat, probably unaware of what has even happened. Nonetheless, for the 11th time in WWE history, the Money In The Bank briefcase has been successfully cashed in. CM Punk's 8 month title reign has come to an end here tonight, and the reign of Cody Rhodes as WWE Champion begins.[/font][/li][/ul]

Extreme Rules:
RAW Side:

- Solid tag team title match which, with the inclusion of Epico & Primo’s little run in, just goes to show that there is the possibility of WWE to have a solid tag team division. I’m enjoying Long’s run with the PTP, I mean he’s no A.W., but he does the job well. Got to say I’m a little disappointed that they didn’t take the titles since this seemed like their moment but Kofi and R-Truth’s title run has been entertaining thus far, so I can cope with seeing more of it.
- A John Cena / Daniel Bryan feud down the line? Yes please.
- I’m really enjoying how well you’re using Tensai, the guy has all the talent and the look to be a monster heel and having him feud with Cena is a really good way of going about pushing him. I like that you made Tensai look dominant while making sure that Cena looked capable of defeating him because that is of course the traditional Cena style of booking. While I’m expecting a rematch between them come Summerslam it was clearly the best decision for Tensai to go over here. I think in three weeks you’ve made him a better monster than WWE has managed full stop.
- The Triple H / Brock Lesnar confrontation was well written and I love that you’ve kind of gone full circle with Triple H being back to his Cerebral Assassin gimmick. It made sense going with the Triple H / Heyman stuff to draw out Lesnar, but the segment was of course simply for that in ring confrontation between Triple H and Lesnar and that was very well done. Can’t wait to see the build towards their match.
- Okay, so I really liked the way you went about the World Heavyweight Championship match in terms of booking, since it keeps both men looking really strong and sets up a rematch since we didn’t get a finish here. However the way you wrote it kind of made their finishing manoeuvres look a little weak, what with Sheamus getting put through an announcers table and then just grabbing the fist and all. I get that when you’re writing matches like this you’re going to struggle with showing the effects and keeping the match slow, but it’s something that I think could be worked on.
- Like the SmackDown Money in the Bank match I think you did a really good job of giving everyone a chance to shine. However I think you did a better job when it came to big moments, such as the Yes! Lock on the ladder which just sounded ridiculously awesome and would be insane to actually see. You had a few guys here who could have won this but I’m glad you went with Barrett because this is really the best option to propel him up the card where he belongs. A stellar match overall man, and a very good job overall in terms of RAW’s contribution to the pay per view. You’ve got plenty to work with going forward as well.

Rating: 8.5
Bonus Challenge Points: 5 / 5

SmackDown Side:

- Okay, kicking off with the SmackDown Money in the Bank match here. First off let me say you’ve got a solid line up for the match, a good mix of new and established talent, so good job on that. You gave everyone the chance to shine and honestly got be believing that anybody could have won the match. I did think there was a lack of unique moments because other than the Skull Crushing Finale onto the ladder we’ve kind of seen everything before, but then it’s difficult to do anything new when everything has been seen already. Rhodes going over is fantastic, I’ve been waiting for him to win the big one for ages.
- Absolutely love Damien Sandow going over for the United States Championship. As much as I think Santino is a great entertainer I can’t help but his reign went on far too long and just destroyed the credibility of the title which was already more than damaged enough. Still you managed to make Sandow look strong without completely wrecking Santino’s momentum. I’m hoping that you’ll use Sandow to bring the United States title front and centre.
- Really enjoying the AJ scenes on this show, genuinely can’t wait to see if you have Ambrose make an appearance tonight.
- Solid enough Diva’s Championship match, it’s going to take a lot of work to make the Diva’s division worth anything any time soon but as long as you keep putting together two women who can actually wrestle then it’s a very good start.
- So first off, the CM Punk / Kane match was awesome, it was well written, brutal and just plain well booked. Having AJ let them get away with just about anything suits her crazy persona. The No Way Out throwback was alright, especially since it got an appearance from Ambrose even if it was only fleeting. Can’t wait to see where you take him next. Good to see Punk going over, but wait, what’s this?
- Cody Rhodes cashing in is simply fantastic, like literally amazing. Not just because I’m a Rhodes fan, but because I really didn’t see it coming. Sure, they’ve done the whole cashing in on the same night thing before, but I really thought you’d give Rhodes some time. I think there could be some argument that he isn’t ready quite yet and that it could turn into another Jack Swagger style title reign, but I think you can easily make it work. A great end to the pay per view and a great display overall throughout the entire show. Like RAW you’ve got a lot of stuff to work with going forward and I personally can’t wait.

Rating: 9
Bonus Challenge Points: 5 / 5

WWE MONDAY NIGHT RAW 1000
July 23rd 2012

• Before the show starts Mr. McMahon is in the ring and welcomes everyone to MONDAY NIGHT RAW, episode 1000! He thanks all the fans for their support before we go to our opening video.
  
  
• RAW 1000 opens up with a video package highlighting the 1000 episodes of RAW. Many classic moments are shown from Austin giving the Corporation a Beer Bath, Mankind winning the WWE title, DX reforming in 2006, the Rock’s 2011 return and many more. The video ends and a massive display of pyro is shown while we can see a brand new stage. We turn it over to Jerry Lawler, Michael Cole, and Josh Matthews. They hype up a huge night with Rey Mysterio making his return against Alberto Del Rio, Chris Jericho facing the Miz, the wedding of AJ and Kane, Christian defending the Intercontinental Championship against Dolph Ziggler in a ladder match, A special RAW 1000 battle royal, the Rock, D-Generation X, and in our main event Sheamus defends the World Championship against John Cena with Stone Cold as the guest referee!
  
  
• The theme of D-Generation X hits to a huge pop from the crowd. Out comes WWE COO Triple H and Shawn Michaels as they throw various DX merchandise into the stands before making their way out to the ring. As they get in the ring Shawn tells Triple H he’s getting too old to do this. Hunter tells Shawn he can tell by his hairline, and since he knows this might be a little much more him, he’s got a surprise in store for him. Shawn looks confused and Triple H asks him “Oh, you didn’t know?” The crowd pops as Shawn still looks confused. Triple H points to the stage as the theme of DX hits again, this time the New Age Outlaws and X-Pac come out! The crowd pops as the trio makes their way out to the ring, Road Dogg taking a microphone. “Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, children of all ages. D-Generation X proudly presents to you the five time WWE tag team champions of the WORLD! The “Road Dogg” Jess James! The “Bad Man” Billy Gunn! The New Age Outlaws!” The crowd pops as Triple H takes the microphone and does the usual DX routine, but a conflict erupts as Billy Gunn and Shawn are split on who gets to say “AND IF YOU’RE NOT DOWN WITH THAT…..” They start to get into an argument, only for the theme of Brock Lesnar to hit! DX is surprised as they all look up to the stage, Paul Heyman making his way out to heat from the crowd. Heyman takes a microphone and tells Hunter he’s been doing this all wrong. He shouldn’t be out here wasting his time acting like a juvenile delinquent when he is only weeks away from the fight of his life with BROCK LESNAR! Triple H tells Heyman he may be right, so perhaps he should get himself ready, and what better way to get ready for a fight with Brock Lesnar than by beating the crap out of the man closest to him? The crowd pops as Heyman shakes his head no and backs away from Triple H, only to be hit with Sweet Chin Music from Shawn! Things go from bad to worse as he falls right into a pedigree! Gunn and HBK say in unison “if you’re not down with that we got two words for ya’” followed by a “SUCK IT!” from Waltman. DX sets off their pyro as the Outlaws dump Heyman from the ring, RAW 1000 going to a break.
  
  1. WWE TAG TEAM CHAMPIONSHIPS) THE PRIME TIME PLAYERS Defeated KOFI KINGSTON & R-TRUTH & PRIMO & EPICO. R-Truth was distraught the entire match, worried about Little Jimmy. The Prime Time Players sealed the win as Teddy Long distracted the ref, allowing Young to hit Primo with a low blow and Titus to come in with a Spinebuster for the win.
  
  
• The crowd booed as the Prime Time Players celebrated their victory with the tag team titles. Kofi and Truth began arguing on the outside while Primo and Epico tried to tell the referee what happened.
  
  
• Backstage, Santino Marella was sitting on a crate, speaking to the Cobra. He told the Cobra not to worry as they'll someday have the United States Championship back with him. That's when Damien Sandow stepped into the scene. "I sincerely apologize to both you and your 'friend.' The United States Championship is now in my possession, and will be for a remarkable period of time." Santino told Sandow that he wants him to say that to the Cobra's face. "I refuse to stoop to your level and speak to an inanimate object." Santino told Sandow that he just needs to be more comfortable with the Cobra. He told the United States Champion that he can pat the Cobra on his head. "I do not want to touch your Cobra's head," said Sandow. After he said, he turned around and was met by Ron Simmons, who let out a huge "Damn!" before walking away.
  
  
• Backstage Triple H, Shawn Michaels, and X-Pac are walking down a corridor. Hunter asks where Billy and Road Dogg went, both Shawn and X-Pac saying they haven’t seen them since they split up backstage. The trio enters a room, and they find both Billy Gunn and Road Dogg out on the floor, Gunn clutching his arm! Triple H shouts “WAS IT HIM? WAS IT LESNAR?” Shawn and X-Pac try to help them up and Hunter still tries to get an answer out of them. Road Dogg finally nods that it was Brock as Triple H storms out of the room, Shawn tries to stop him, but it’s no use.
  
  2.WWE DIVA’S CHAMPIONSHIP) LAYLA Defeated TAMINA, AKSANA & ROSA MENDES. A decent Divas Championship bout here with the defending champion and the other three Divas on SmackDown. After Tamina took out both Aksana and Rosa, she was caught with a Layout from Layla, giving her the victory.
  
  
• Layla was handed back the Divas Championship as she raised it high in the air, successfully defending it here on RAW 1000. However, she may have other issues ahead of her with the lawsuit from SmackDown General Manager, Vickie Guerrero
  
  
• Before our next match Christian is shown backstage warming up for his match. As the camera zooms out more we can see he’s talking to Edge to a huge pop from the crowd. Edge wishes Christian luck before telling him after he retains his title tonight, they should do a 1000 second pose! Christian smirks, but then Dolph Ziggler walks into the room. Christian asks what he wants and Ziggler makes a remark saying he just wanted to give Christian a heads up that after he takes his Intercontinental Championship tonight, he’ll wind right up in the retirement home just like Edge. Ziggler smirks and says he even thinks that after tonight, Edge will be more capable of wrestling a match than him! Dolph leaves the room as he says “later, marks” as Edge and Christian look irate!
  
  3. LADDER MATCH FOR THE WWE INTERCONTINENTAL CHAMPIONSHIP) CHRISTIAN Defeated DOLPH ZIGGLER. In a fantastic ladder match for the ages, Christian grabbed the championship after throwing Ziggler off the ladder onto another that was spread across the top turnbuckle.
  
  
• The crowd popped as Christian celebrated with his Intercontinental Championship on top of the ladder. Edge came out to the ring, and as they cleared all the ladders out he took a microphone. “And now, for the benefit of those with flash photography…..” he said as the duo engaged in a classic Five Second Pose as RAW 1000 went to a break.
  
  
• The ring was set and ready for the most controversial show in WWE history, Piper's Pit. The theme of the Hotrod hit as he made his way out to a great ovation from the St. Louis audience. Piper marched down to the ring as the commentators quickly recapped the events at the end of last week's SmackDown between WWE Champion Cody Rhodes and CM Punk. Piper welcomed everyone to Piper's Pit here on the 1000th episode of Monday Night RAW. "And I don't care if this show is three hours. I'm not wasting any time. Ladies and gentlemen, CM Punk!" Another loud pop emerged from the crowd as the former WWE Champion made his way down to the ring. Piper welcomed Punk, saying that it's good to have him back. "What do you mean 'it's good to have me back?'" asked Punk. Piper said that they are both a lot alike. They speak their minds, voice their opinions, and aren't afraid of what others may think. "So just like you, I'm going to shoot a few bullets right now. Punk, last year, you held this company hostage. You aired your grievances and demands, and guess what? The WWE gave in. You got what you wanted. But as time went on, you went soft. Dare I say....you became everything that you hated." Punk told Piper that as much as respects him, he has to disagree. He never went soft. He's always been the CM Punk that the WWE Universe knows and either loves or hates. "Really? Would the true CM Punk allow himself to take a backseat to John Cena and the Rock and Brock Lesnar? Would the true CM Punk allow himself to not headline PPv's while having the best WWE Championship reign in years? Would the true CM Punk allow himself to be manipulated by a sweet little girl?" Punk said that he's heard those points countless times, and is a bit disappointed that Roddy also shares them. "Hotrod, I was always the main event. It didn't matter if I went on last or not. I never took a backseat to anyone because being the WWE Champion means that you're the top star no matter where you are on the card," said Punk. "But where's that WWE Championship now? Oh right, it's around the waist of Cody Rhodes now because you allowed yourself to be the victim of a Money In The Bank cash in. And the CM Punk that I've been seeing the past few months wouldn't have done a damn thing about it. But last Friday, you showed some life. I finally saw the CM Punk that I know and love. Cody Rhodes tried to feed you crap, and you threw it right back in his face. That's the Punk I want to see from here on out." As Piper was rambling on, the theme of Cody Rhodes to a chorus of boos. Cody made his way out to the stage, but without the WWE Championship. Only a bag. Rhodes said that it's very fitting for the 1000th episode of Monday Night RAW to feature the man who will lead the company into episode 2000. "You?!" said Piper before busting out with laughter. "Yes, Piper. Me. The WWE Champion. You know, something you never achieved?" said Rhodes. Piper immediately stopped laughing and stared at Rhodes with a serious glance. Cody turned his attention to Punk, saying that whether he likes it or not, his rematch is gone. "No more, that's it. The 'Best in the World' has to once again take a back seat." Punk told Cody that he at least never forgot his championship title. "I didn't forget the WWE Championship," said Cody. "You see, I am proud to be the champion. What I'm not proud of is walking around with that hideous design that the WWE tries to pass off a championship title. When you look at that title, you think of names such John Cena, Randy Orton, Triple H.....and you, Punk. I don't want my name next to theirs in history. I'm making my own legacy. Which is why I felt it was time for a change." After Cody said that, he unzipped the cloth bag and took out the classic Winged Eagle championship. "This is the championship that I will be using to cement myself in history. When you look at this championship, you think of true legends such as Bret Hart, Shawn Michaels, Randy Savage, and Hulk Hogan. Those are the superstars who I will mark my spot next to. Finally, the WWE has both a champion and a championship that they can be proud of." Cody raised the new championship design high in the air before leaving the ring as Punk and Piper looked on.
  
  4.) REY MYSTERIO Defeated ALBERTO DEL RIO

[/b]. A huge reception from St. Louis for the returning Rey Mysterio. Revenge was on his mind against the man who took him out almost a year ago. And it was a successful attempt for Mysterio as he hit Del Rio with the 619, followed by a Springboard Splash to get the victory.

[/li][li]We are taken backstage to where Triple H is in search of Brock Lesnar. “The Game” asks multiple staff members where he is to no answers. Finally Shawn catches up to him and Hunter snaps “where’s Sean?” Shawn says he lost him because he chased after him [Triple H]. Hunter asks if Shawn is crazy by leaving him alone before rushing back down the hallway at the sound of a cry of pain. As DX turns the corner they see X-Pac laying on the floor holding his arm as he says “he snapped it! He snapped it!” Triple H was fuming while Shawn looked a little more concerned.

[/li][li]The theme of John Cena hits to a mixed reaction from the crowd. Cena makes his way out to the ring, saying tonight is the biggest night in the HISTORY of Monday Night RAW, so it’s only fitting that he will reclaim the World Heavyweight Championship here tonight. Cena says he knows this year has had up and downs for him. He’s been tortured by the likes of Kane and he even lost to the Rock at WrestleMania. He says tonight that all comes around and everything he has worked for in his career comes down to tonight as he will close the biggest RAW ever as World Champion. Suddenly the theme of Sheamus hits to a pop from the crowd. Sheamus tells Cena has the most respect for him he could have, “but the bottom line is I’m walking in and out of RAW 1000 as the World Heavyweight Champion.” Sheamus and Cena get into a war of words as the theme of Stone Cold hits, the crowd going wild! Austin makes his way out to the ring and says tonight he is the special guest referee, and he is going to ensure the best man walks out the World Heavyweight Champion. He says he knows a lot of guys like Big Show, Tensai, and even Wade Barrett have their eyes on the match tonight; but if they try anything you’d be a fool not to bet I’ll open up the biggest can of whoop ass in the history of RAW. The crowd pops as Austin makes a stern warning to them “and if you two step out of the line in this match or even look at me the wrong way, you can except the same thing.” Austin goes for his catchphrase, but he is interrupted by the theme of the Rock! The “people” go insane as Rock shares a heated look with all three men before taking a microphone. After addressing all three men Rock says he wants to make one thing clear. “Whether it be the WWE or World Heavyweight Championship. Whether it’s Sheamus, CM Punk, Cody Rhodes, or even you, Cena…. The Rock will be World Champion once again! If ya smell what the Rock is cooking!” Rock’s theme hits as all four men have perhaps the biggest stare down of all time in the ring.

[/li][li]Backstage, WWE Champion Cody Rhodes was shown leaving the arena, the Winged Eagle design that he re-introduced earlier tonight draped over his shoulder. As he was walking, he ran into Bret Hart. The Hitman looked at the WWE Championship for a bit, saying that has a lot of great memories with that title. "And honestly, Cody, I don't believe you deserve to hold that championship. You cashed in a briefcase on a fatigued CM Punk, and you retained the title on SmackDown by slapping the referee. You're bringing more shame than prestige to that title that guys like myself helped establish," said Bret in reference to the Winged Eagle design. Cody said that sooner or later, he's going to make a believer out of Bret. Along with the rest of the world, he'll watch as he becomes the greatest WWE Champion of all time. "And unlike you, no one is going to screw me out of it," said Cody as he continued on.

5.RAW 1000 BATTLE ROYAL) BIG SHOW WINS, last eliminating VADER. Other Participants Included: Kofi Kingston, R-Truth, Primo, Epico, Drew McIntyre, Big Show, Wade Barrett, Jack Swagger, Sin Cara, Steve Blackman, Rikishi, Vader, JTG, Darren Young, Titus O’ Neil, Hacksaw Jim Duggan, Sgt. Slaughter, Doink the Clown, Jerry Lawler, and Kharma (making her surprise return).

[/li][li]Following the match the Big Show takes the microphone saying after dominating 19 of RAW’s past and present superstars, it’s only fitting he gets his rightful rematch for the World Championship at SummerSlam. He says if he doesn’t get an answer by next week, he’ll get one out of Booker T the hard way. Following Show’s announcement we are to the office of Booker T. Booker is talking to someone who appears to be the head of security, saying he wants Big Show out of the arena now so he doesn’t disrupt his main event. The guard follows orders and leaves, but suddenly Tensai rushes into the room and attacks Booker! The crowd gaps as the beast hits strike after strike, security finally rushing back into the room. They pry Tensai away from the GM and forces him out of the office as Booker is left on the floor, stunned and in pain.

[/li][li]The ring was now set and ready for the wedding that the entire world never thought they would see. Jerry Lawler was in the ring as he introduced the minister for the wedding, WWE Hall of Famer, Ted DiBiase Sr.! The Million Dollar Man made his way out to a warm reception, ready to bring together the oddest couple in WWE history. Kane's pyro blasted as he marched down to the ring. After settling in the ring, AJ was out next. She slowly made her way down to the ring, smiling endlessly at her future husband. DiBiase Sr. began the ceremony, asking for the two to exchange vows. AJ told Kane that while others see him as a tormented monster, she's always seen the good in him. And it's the good in him that has brought them together. She believes that she can show the world that deep down, Kane is a loving, caring individual. Kane said that prior to AJ, he had only been in two other relationships. "If our marriage ends up like one of those, you'll either die or suffer a miscarriage. I promise to do my best to make this one last," said the Big Red Monster. DiBiase Sr. then asked that if there was anyone who believes that Kane and AJ should not be wed, now was their time to speak up or forever hold their peace. No interruptions occurred as DiBiase was about to pronounce them husband and wife. Suddenly, "Dean" made his way out to the stage. Kane immediately tried to go after him, but AJ stopped him. Dean marched down to ringside, telling Kane that he has answers and is prepared to present them now. "My name is Dean Ambrose." This meant that AJ was indeed right as she knew of his identity. "I've known AJ since we were children. As you can tell, she is a sweet, innocent girl. And as you can tell, Kane is a monster. A monster who will take AJ, manipulate her, torment her, and morph her into a monster as well. I'm a monster too. AJ doesn't deserve the pain that monsters such as me and you have endured, Kane. You're not marrying her, and you're never seeing her again after tonight." Ambrose stepped into the ring, grabbing AJ's arm and trying to leave with her. Kane turned Ambrose around, though he fought back. AJ watched as Ambrose and Kane exchanged blows, DiBiase Sr. trying to pull them apart. Numerous officials hit the ring to restore order as AJ dropped to the mat crying.

[/li][li]Backstage, The Miz was shown making his way down to the ring as he meets Chris Jericho next. Suddenly, he stopped and looked to his side while smirking. Cameras panned out, showing John Bradshaw Layfield. Before Miz could say a word, JBL stopped him. "I know what you're going to say, and it's not necessary. Yes, you have proven me and a load of others wrong about you, Miz. But I'm here to let you know that you can never stop. Chris Jericho has your number, and he has since you returned. If you want to continue to be as 'awesome' as you say you are, get the job done tonight." Miz told JBL that it's nice to see him finally come around and take a liking to him. "No, Miz. I still hate your guts. All I'm saying is that you're not a bad competitor," said JBL before leaving.

6.) THE MIZ Defeated CHRIS JERICHO[/color]. A very solid bout here between two men who have been at each other's throats for weeks now. As Jericho was going for the Codebreaker, Miz used one hand to hold onto the ropes, causing Jericho to fall onto his back without hitting the maneuver. Miz got Jericho in a pinning predicament with his feet on the middle rope to steal the victory.

[/li][li]The St. Louis audience booed as Miz quickly rolled out of the ring, raising his arms in victory. Jericho was livid, knowing that the victory was stolen from him tonight. Nonetheless, the Miz finally overcomes Jericho here on the 1000th episode of Monday Night RAW.

[/li][li]“Somebody Call My Momma” hits to a pop from the crowd as the team of Brodus Clay and Yoshi Tatsu dance their way out to the ring. Brodus takes a microphone and says he wants to make RAW 1000 the “funkiest” episode of all time, so give a big hand to his good pal Dude Love! Love makes his way out to the ring to the pleasure of the fans, Love joining the team in the ring. The trio dance to Clay’s theme song as many fans join in from their seats. The party is crashed by an unfamiliar theme song as a husky man makes his way out to the stage in a tropical shirt and straw hat. The man has a microphone and says his name is “Bray Wyatt.” He walks down to the ring as he speaks, calling out Mick Foley for not know what true love is. Bray says he knows what REAL love is, it’s what you can feel. He says he knows everyone is hurting. Bray Wyatt can heal you. Bray Wyatt will heal everyone and protect everyone with true love. All you need to do is STAND UP and FEEL Bray Wyatt. Feel the POWER that he possesses. The power that IS Bray Wyatt. He laughs and tells everyone that he is your “salvation.” Bray preaches that nobody can understand you, except him! Join him if you want to be healed. Join him if you want to be protected. Join him if you want to be loved! He finally enters the ring and laughs before saying “tiiiiiiiiime is on my side.” As he finishes speaking he creams Dude with the microphone! The crowd boos as he tosses Yoshi Tatsu out of the ring and fights off Brodus Clay. He hits Brodus with a low blow and dumps him out of the ring before picking up Love and hitting a swinging reverse STO. Wyatt laughs as RAW 1000 heads to a break.

[/li][li]Triple H and Shawn Michaels are shown in a room as Shawn is trying to calm Triple H down. Hunter tells him that he needs to find Brock Lesnar now before he heads out the door. Michaels once again gets up in pursuit of him, but once he walks out the door as he grabbed and pressed up against the wall! The camera pans out to show Brock Lesnar holding Shawn up by the collar. Lesnar smirks at him before saying he’ll spare him for tonight, but he’ll be seeing him very soon. Brock throws him down to the floor and walks off, leaving a very strong omen to the “Heartbreak Kid.”

[/li][li]Before our main event takes place the theme of Daniel Bryan hits. Bryan skips his usual “YES!” entrance as he heads straight to the ring. He grabs a microphone and says he told everyone he would make the biggest impact on RAW 1000. He says he’s out here right now to do just that because he is going on a strike! He says it’s an injustice that he wasn’t even considered to be on the card tonight, let alone the World Title match! Daniel says there will be NO main event and NO title match because he will not leave this ring until he is added to the match or someone makes him leave! Bryan stands in the ring, waiting for just about a minute when the lights go out and a gong is heard! The crowd goes berserk as when they come back on, Undertaker is in the ring! Daniel is in shock and he runs right into a Chokeslam! ‘Taker stands tall over Bryan until the lights go out again, and when they’re back the “Phenom” has vanished. Bryan uses the ropes to get up, but things go from bad to worse as Stone Cold’s theme hits! Austin makes his way back out, slides into the ring, and hit’s the Stunner on him! The crowd pops as Stone Cold clears the ring for our main event before gulping down two beers..

7. WORLD HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP MATCH; SPECIAL REFEREE STONE COLD STEVE AUSTIN[/size][/b]) SHEAMUS Defeated JOHN CENA At the end of the match Bryan came back out and distracted Austin while Sheamus was down. This allowed Wade Barrett to make his way out from the crowd and nail Cena with the briefcase! Sheamus had no clue what happened as Barrett bailed from the ring. As Cena got back up he got nailed by the Brogue Kick and Sheamus covered for the three.

[/li][li]There was a mixed reaction as Austin handed Sheamus the title. Barrett quickly ran back into the crowd and escaped as Bryan smirked on the stage. Bryan chanted “YES! YES! YES!” before leaving as Sheamus and Austin were confused. They ignored him as Cena got back up to his feet. Sheamus took him to the middle of the ring, and the two shook hands despite Cena being hesitant. John was pissed and he walked out of the ring, but as he walked up the ramp the Rock made his way out to the stage! Rock looked directly at Sheamus as the champion raises his title, RAW 1000 going off the air with Cena meeting Rock up at the stage before they looked back up at Sheamus, still with his title in the air. What does Barrett have against Cena? Is their a connection with Barrett and Bryan? How is Cena going to react to being screwed? Is the Rock going after Sheamus' World Title?[/center][/li][/ul][/font]