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Post by "The Visionary" Eldniw on Aug 2, 2011 1:16:04 GMT -5
The pop for Ryder tonight was INSANE....I'm just saying. Woo woo woo. You know it!
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Post by RavenRulz on Aug 2, 2011 2:19:33 GMT -5
Give Drew McIntyre some air time!!!!!!
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Post by Richikane on Aug 2, 2011 2:22:42 GMT -5
I thought it was a good RAW, I don't think Punk and HHH, or Cena for that matter have the chemistry worked out yet, HHH and either of the 2 seemed kind of awkward, I'm sure it'll get better though, but the exchanges tonight were really weak and forced.
The rest of the show was alright, worth watching, not worth breaking down. If thats good or bad I don't know.
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Post by Rob on Aug 2, 2011 2:29:59 GMT -5
Lol at the people that said Zack Ryder would never be over with a WWE crowd. That guy is over as right now
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Post by 1992 on Aug 2, 2011 2:42:11 GMT -5
Lol at the people that said Zack Ryder would never be over with a WWE crowd. That guy is over as right now I thought the exact same thing. Nobody get's the massive chants and cheers he's getting right now other than Punk, Cena, and maybe Alex Riley. I legit lol'd when the match was about 20 seconds in and a huge "WE WANT RYDER" chant erupted. I was also actually shocked that he lost. I was honestly expecting WWE to give him and Santino the win, maybe test the waters with a tag-title run. There's still time though.
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Post by done on Aug 2, 2011 3:41:52 GMT -5
The commentary team is ing awful. I think The Great Khali could do a better job at this point.
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Post by sevb30 on Aug 2, 2011 5:05:34 GMT -5
My after Raw 8-1-11 went off the air footage
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Post by M on Aug 2, 2011 7:53:01 GMT -5
Beth Phoenix heel turn = Title match against Kelly x2 = Beth better win = epicness. c:
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Post by wabarrett on Aug 2, 2011 9:45:14 GMT -5
Lol at the people that said Zack Ryder would never be over with a WWE crowd. That guy is over as right now I thought the exact same thing. Nobody get's the massive chants and cheers he's getting right now other than Punk, Cena, and maybe Alex Riley. I legit lol'd when the match was about 20 seconds in and a huge "WE WANT RYDER" chant erupted. I was also actually shocked that he lost. I was honestly expecting WWE to give him and Santino the win, maybe test the waters with a tag-title run. There's still time though. I'll agree with this. I'm surprised it's happened, but he's pretty over I'll admit that. 3rd biggest pops only after Punk and Cena? Hmm, dunno about that. The pop when he comes out isn't that big, but therer's definitely a select group of fans that always chant his name. Don't forget Morrison's pops are getting bigger and bigger all the time too, as are Riley's. Santino was equally over too. But yeah he's doing well, I'll give credit where credit's due. Anyway, RAW was pretty much amazing. Epic opener and epic ending, pretty much the two key bits. Great tag team match as well, nice promo from Riley. Just a very good show.
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Post by CMJ on Aug 2, 2011 10:26:43 GMT -5
I loved RAW the start and end were fantastic , I loved the music swapping back and forth to very good RAW,Im excited for RAW and SumerSlam now, lets just hope PUNK vs CENA doesnt = to christian vs orton when they face all the time dont ruin what they have.
YOUR REAL CHAMPION IS CM PUNK.
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Post by wabarrett on Aug 2, 2011 10:37:32 GMT -5
Oh, wait..forgot to mention one thing. The ending of Raw, like most people pointed out was really just 'meh' They're REALLY pushing the PPV rather than really buiding a hatred between these two characters. It closed on the exact same note, which was sorta just rubbish. It's like saying "Here, you can be excited for these two ONLY if you order the PPV" which makes sense. However, for Raw storylines progressing, they didn't really do much to forward the two. I really wanted to know where Punk was going to go with the PG rant with John Cena, as that's one place they haven't really went yet. They're obviously holding off, but once they get into it, I hope things really heat up. The fact that you think this storyline is about Punk and Cena hating each other shows you don't pay any attention. The first thing we heard when this storyline began was 'I don't hate you John Cena...'
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Post by Chip on Aug 2, 2011 12:56:40 GMT -5
Solid RAW. A great opening promo...although HHH seems to be a little less "intense" whethere or not its part of the character, something just doesn't seem right. Some solid wrestling all night. Rey Mysterio continues to get better every week. Miz needs a full blown face turn or at least a "tweener" turn NOW. It's so obvious people want to cheer the hell out of that guy. I like the potential A-Ry / Ziggler feud. Could be big for both involved. I like A-Ry and want to see him succeed, but Ryder should be getting this push...it would be the perfect time to pull the trigger and get even more crowd behind him. Ryder was a nice surprise, but being thrown into a tag team with Santino is NOT the way to go with him. Santino really has a "cobra sleeve" ?? It's time to retire that move...NOW. They have officially jumped the shark with "The Cobra" it's become just about the worst wrestling move ever. It's not funny, it's not entertaining and I feel bad for anyone that's had to job to it. Main event segment was predictable. I only wish they make it some kind of gimmick match to really put the emphasis on the WWE title (Cage, Ladder, etc.) Either way, I'm expecting a great contest, and hope to god Punk wins.
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Post by alexgg on Aug 2, 2011 15:11:57 GMT -5
- Good opening, Punk is always great on the Mic, possibly hints at a future HHH vs Punk match is also good. -Diva Battle Royal was alright, too many divas eliminated too quick but that's expected. Glad Beth won and is relevant once again, her heel turn should do good. -Tag Match #1 was good, good chemistry between Truth, Jomo, Miz and Rey. Entertaining match and look forward to the most likely respective matches at Summerslam -A-Riley's continued push is good, looking forward to this feud and I hope Vickie is finally dropped. -Tag Match #2 was good too, Nexus gone at last, and huge reaction for Ryder. I liked Otunga and McGullicutty winning again, they seem strong in a dying tag division. -Bourne vs Del Rio was okay, leading with a Kofi feud with Del Rio, I suspect Bourne and Kofi will face Del Rio and Swagger next week. -End was good, love John L being there, and was laughing at Cena's impressions. The decision for the match at Summerslam is good and the ending was cool. -Overall a good Raw leading towards SummerSlam.
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Post by wabarrett on Aug 2, 2011 15:17:18 GMT -5
Anyone know what the ratings have been like the last few weeks?
I personally feel the last few shows have deserved good ratings tbh.
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Post by Byron F'N Saxton Fan on Aug 2, 2011 16:04:54 GMT -5
2.9 for the go-home RAW for MITB and then two weeks of a 3.2.
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Post by stonecold316 on Aug 2, 2011 16:06:39 GMT -5
Nice.
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Post by mrassbillygunn on Aug 2, 2011 17:34:57 GMT -5
McGillicutty ...really?..really? Seriously this guy is in desperate need of a name change i doubt many of the kids watching can even say his name right.
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Post by jakks1996collector on Aug 2, 2011 18:39:34 GMT -5
Good raw. Good to see a Diva other than Kelly Kelly, Eve, and the Bellas be important.
Good job of WWE rigging the "who's the real champ?" poll and inserting audio of louder pops for Cena.
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Post by wabarrett on Aug 3, 2011 9:21:33 GMT -5
2.9 for the go-home RAW for MITB and then two weeks of a 3.2. Oh... okay I suppose.
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Post by Byron F'N Saxton Fan on Aug 3, 2011 13:11:06 GMT -5
3.30 this week.
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