The Monday Night Raw After Mania

Intro 

With Mania 40 now in the books, and done for another year, the celebrations were not done yet. The Monday Night Raw after Mania, over the years has become the template, for what to expect over the next coming weeks, and months, suprise debuts, and internet breaking moments. That have shaped WWE over the years, have taken place on the Raw after Mania, and this weeks Raw, continued that everloving trend.

Cody Rhodes segment

This. To me this was the definition of perfect. HHH opened up the show, by coming out and thanking the fans, but he was drowned out by a hot crowd chanting. Thank You Hunter, on a loop for a minute, he told us that this was the most successful Mania on record, The gate record for last nights Raw, is the highest ever in company history. He brought out Cody Rhodes, to kick start this new era. Codys emotion was again visible, he basked in the crowds adulation, as they chanted. You deserve it in unison. He asked Samantha Irvine to announce him again as the WWE Universal Champion again. I love this man, his delivery was delivered with passion, and grace. He spoke about why he loves to compete in this business, his daughter. A video played of her saying Daddy fight, that broke all of my heart strings. He talked about how his dream has become a reality, whilst putting over TNA, and acknowledging Roman Reigns. This started a thank you Roman chant, that actually left me feeling a bit flawed. Cody also had an emotional video package, that showcased his story, from a rookie being paired up with Bob Holly, His smoke and mirrors heartache. Stardust, all the way to where he is today. This. Was stunning, he and. Hunter had a warm embrace, because his name is Cody Rhodes Ladies and gentlemen. This Brought out. The Rock out. And what came next was an awkward emotional ride. From Undertaker Chants, to the underling of family theme, and the feeling of this isn't over, that radiated through my body, to the belt swapping, that has left me wanting even more. The Rock came forward with his sense of legendary trashtalk, with added heartache. The Rock tells the fans that he has become Poochie, and now has to leave for a while, but. When he comes back. He wants to face Cody, whether he is Champion or not, he handed Cody something, and told him not to break his heart again. Oh My God. This. Was perfect. It lasted over 45 minutes, but it felt like 10. I loved all of this. Oh and one other thing Philadelphia. My mum. Didn't like your swearing, she thought that I was swearing at her. I ended up taking a hand to the back of my head. So yeah. F****** thanks Philadelphia.

Raw Champs show up

All the Raw Champions, were seen showing up in a row. ( not really ) Damien Priest looked intersting.

Shinsuke Nakamura vs Ilja Dragunov

Shinsuke Nakamura then jobbed out, to the NXT Champion Ilja Dragunov. I was not happy with this. Shinsuke deserves better than this, but it was well booked.

The Judgement Day segment

I loved all of this. From shutting down the doubters, that thought that. Rhea would lose to Becky on night 1. The Human Oven brought out Mami, she has a couple of problems to take of. but rest assure she will always be top. She brought Damian Priest, our new WWE World Heavyweight Champion, who was dressed like he had raided Prince's stage wardrobe. He asked the fans in attendance to rise with them. R truth joined in, like Mo Sizlack becoming the fourth member of the Munce family. The Miz tried to put a stop to this, But ends up failing when Truth puts them in a 2 on 3 handicap Match, and their partner is someone who can't be seen. The Match followed, and if i'm being honest I didn't like it. It felt a bit slow for my liking. John Cena was the third party that camew out to help Miz and Truth. Look. I know that not everyone likes Big Time John, but. I do like him. And he always brings a smile to my face. Rhea Ripley, was decked later on by Liv Morgan.

Mania Weekend attendance over all 4 shows

Apparently WWE have packed in over 200.00 thousand fans across the the weekend.

Indi Hartwell vs Roxanne Perez

Roxanne Perez, beat. Indi Hartwell in a flat TV Match, thanks to Candace Lerae. I have no Interest in anything that Indi Hartwell, or. Candace Lerae does. Roxanne Perez had a backstage meeting with Natalya. Oh no, run, runaway Roxanne, because if you don't, you will be trapped in the Natalya vortex.

Sami Zayn segment and Impromptu tag Match

I liked all of this. From Sami being greated by chants of you deserve it, the fans having a sing song to his entrance, to his excellent promo, he put over the fact he has ended Gunthers Intercontinental Championship reign, after 666 days, and just like that, i'm screaming out Iron Maiden lyrics. He thanked his family, and friends, only to be interrupted by. Ludvig Kaiser, and. Giovani Vinci both came out. Kaiser cut a promo filled to the brim with distain, that was thrown Sami's way. He called him a bum whilst taking shots at his appearance. Chad Gable then came to back Sami up. This brought on an Impromptu Tag Team. Which was excellent. The energetic bursts made the story. Sami, and Chad got the win, with a hellouva kick and roll up combo. Sami met up with Chad backstage later on, and agreed to give Chad a title shot, next week, in Sami's hometown of Montreal.

Chelsea Green segment and Match with Jade Cargill

Chelsea Green, then did her best, Wah Wah Wah. I didn't get a Match at Mania, by complaing to all of WWE's, who were standing in a row, she was then quickly dispatched by Jade Cargill. I liked this.

4 way main event Drew Mcintyre vs Bronson Reed vs Jey Uso vs Ricochet

I really liked this main event. From Drew's scathing promo calling Cm Punk a P****. Damien Priest got called a bondage Undertaker, and burying the Money In The Bank Briefcase. My fantasy booking brain went into overdrive, I think Drew will lose to Priest In Scotland, and win then Money In The Bank briefcase, and cash in on Priest on the same night, just to further decent into the realms of hypocrisy. The Match was great, the energetic bursts were filled with excitement, the physicality made the story. Ricochet put Bronson Reed through the announcers table, with a coast to coast 450 splash, which looked awesome, and Jey Uso got the win , when that Pesky little pepsi lover, held Drew's foot, allowing Uso to pick up the win.

Overview of Monday Night Raw

From a promo of the year contender, good, to, great in ring work, and an exciting look at who could be getting called up in the draft, at the end of the month. This years Raw after Mania was full of great moments, and enthralling conversation pieces, that fans will dine out on for months.

This years Monday Night Raw after Mania is a high 9/10.