Tonight, redemption and revenge are on the mind of Aleister Black, who looks to recapture the Universal Championship from Seth Rollins. Ruby Riott seeks to avenge her fallen comrades against the most dangerous version of Becky Lynch and Bobby Lashley and Braun Strowman finish their personal and physical rivalry inside of a steel cage.
And now, Raw presents..............................Vengeance!
From the start, Braun Strowman let his rage be known, as Bobby Lashley was absolutely punished in this match. Not only was the Monster Among Men dominant, he took pleasure in the carnage, tossing Lashley into the cell wall over and over again, as the steel began to weaken. Lashley was sent face first into the steel, and then ate a running powerslam, as the Dominator's demise beckoned. But instead, Strowman sent a statement, lifting Lashley up and putting him right through the cell with a big powerslam! Strowman casually walked out of the cage, finally on the path to the Universal Championship.
Winner: Braun Strowman
Jason Jordan(c) vs Shelton Benjamin- United States Championship Match
Knowing he couldn't outwrestle the young champion, Shelton Benjamin was very aggressive in this match, using more of his strikes than normal. But Jason Jordan played the stamina game, wearing out his challenger on the mat before seizing the opening to hit a Jordan Slam and retain his title.
Winner and still United States Champion: Jason Jordan
Paige vs Shayna Baszler
Paige brought a level of physicality to this match we've never seen her have before, as the Anti-Diva was desperate for the win. Unfortunately, Shayna Baszler took her apart piece by piece, before locking in the Kirifuda Choke to quickly force a tap out.
Winner: Shayna Baszler
Johnny Gargano vs Lio Rush vs Pete Dunne
It was Lio Rush that impressed the most in this match, as Raw's newest signee was all over the place. Twice, Rush almost got the win, hitting a Frog Splash on Johnny Gargano and a Tornado spin kick on Pete Dunne, but both times the pins were broke up. Rush began to lose his cool, as the Man of the Hour let frustration get the better of him. The Bruiserweight capitalized, sending Johnny Wrestling to the floor and hitting Rush with the Bitter End to book his place at Summerslam.
Winner: Pete Dunne
The Revival(c) vs Lucha House Party- Raw Tag Team Championship Match
Scott Dawson and Dash Wilder were not going to let their previous mistake haunt them, grounding the high fliers and putting Gran Metalik away with the Shatter Machine.
Winners and still Raw Tag Team Champions: The Revival
Becky Lynch(c) vs Ruby Riott- Raw Women's Championship Match
Ruby Riott nearly pulled off a stunning win early into the match, but Becky Lynch barely kicked out of the Riott Kick. The champion did everything she could to attack the arm, and Riott seemed to have no answer. The focused attack paid off, as Lynch was able to get the submission with the Dis-arm-her.
Winner and still Raw Women's Champion: Becky Lynch
Post-Match
Ruby Riott was not about to take this loss, plus the attacks on her Riott Squad, go this easily, and moments after the bell rang, she went right back after Becky Lynch. She laid out the champion with another Riott Kick, and looked to do more damage when a new theme song began to play. From the back, a woman with a look of pure intensity stared down at the ring...
That's Ronda Rousey! The Baddest Woman on the Planet charged, and Riott quickly ran for cover, as Rousey helped Lynch to her feet.... and then locked in her own armbar! A resilient Lynch refused to tap, as Rousey wrenched away at the hold, nearly breaking the champion's arm before she was pulled away. Rousey then looked down, and lifted up Lynch's championship, sending an ominous message.
Seth Rollins(c) vs Aleister Black- Universal Championship Match
These two incredible performers put on a great fight in Vengeance's main event, as each hit some of their very best offense. Several times, it looked like Aleister Black was about to become champion once more, but Seth Rollins always had an answer to the Black Mass. After Black managed to survive the Revolution Knee, Rollins went high risk and got caught, as Black connected with a big kick to send Rollins crashing to the canvas. The opportunity to end the match was in sight, but Black hesitated, seemingly wondering if he shouldn't try another Black Mass as it seemed Rollins had the move scouted. He went for it anyway, but Rollins was one step quicker, hitting a kick to the gut and delivering the Blackout to bring this back and forth match to a close.
Winner and still Universal Champion: Seth Rollins
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And now, Raw presents..............................Vengeance!
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Vengeance
July 22nd, 2018
Location: Mobile, AL
Official Vengeance Theme Song- "Devil"- Shinedown
Bobby Lashley vs Braun Strowman- Steel Cage Match
From the start, Braun Strowman let his rage be known, as Bobby Lashley was absolutely punished in this match. Not only was the Monster Among Men dominant, he took pleasure in the carnage, tossing Lashley into the cell wall over and over again, as the steel began to weaken. Lashley was sent face first into the steel, and then ate a running powerslam, as the Dominator's demise beckoned. But instead, Strowman sent a statement, lifting Lashley up and putting him right through the cell with a big powerslam! Strowman casually walked out of the cage, finally on the path to the Universal Championship.
Winner: Braun Strowman
Jason Jordan(c) vs Shelton Benjamin- United States Championship Match
Knowing he couldn't outwrestle the young champion, Shelton Benjamin was very aggressive in this match, using more of his strikes than normal. But Jason Jordan played the stamina game, wearing out his challenger on the mat before seizing the opening to hit a Jordan Slam and retain his title.
Winner and still United States Champion: Jason Jordan
Paige vs Shayna Baszler
Paige brought a level of physicality to this match we've never seen her have before, as the Anti-Diva was desperate for the win. Unfortunately, Shayna Baszler took her apart piece by piece, before locking in the Kirifuda Choke to quickly force a tap out.
Winner: Shayna Baszler
Johnny Gargano vs Lio Rush vs Pete Dunne
It was Lio Rush that impressed the most in this match, as Raw's newest signee was all over the place. Twice, Rush almost got the win, hitting a Frog Splash on Johnny Gargano and a Tornado spin kick on Pete Dunne, but both times the pins were broke up. Rush began to lose his cool, as the Man of the Hour let frustration get the better of him. The Bruiserweight capitalized, sending Johnny Wrestling to the floor and hitting Rush with the Bitter End to book his place at Summerslam.
Winner: Pete Dunne
The Revival(c) vs Lucha House Party- Raw Tag Team Championship Match
Scott Dawson and Dash Wilder were not going to let their previous mistake haunt them, grounding the high fliers and putting Gran Metalik away with the Shatter Machine.
Winners and still Raw Tag Team Champions: The Revival
Becky Lynch(c) vs Ruby Riott- Raw Women's Championship Match
Ruby Riott nearly pulled off a stunning win early into the match, but Becky Lynch barely kicked out of the Riott Kick. The champion did everything she could to attack the arm, and Riott seemed to have no answer. The focused attack paid off, as Lynch was able to get the submission with the Dis-arm-her.
Winner and still Raw Women's Champion: Becky Lynch
Post-Match
Ruby Riott was not about to take this loss, plus the attacks on her Riott Squad, go this easily, and moments after the bell rang, she went right back after Becky Lynch. She laid out the champion with another Riott Kick, and looked to do more damage when a new theme song began to play. From the back, a woman with a look of pure intensity stared down at the ring...
That's Ronda Rousey! The Baddest Woman on the Planet charged, and Riott quickly ran for cover, as Rousey helped Lynch to her feet.... and then locked in her own armbar! A resilient Lynch refused to tap, as Rousey wrenched away at the hold, nearly breaking the champion's arm before she was pulled away. Rousey then looked down, and lifted up Lynch's championship, sending an ominous message.
Seth Rollins(c) vs Aleister Black- Universal Championship Match
These two incredible performers put on a great fight in Vengeance's main event, as each hit some of their very best offense. Several times, it looked like Aleister Black was about to become champion once more, but Seth Rollins always had an answer to the Black Mass. After Black managed to survive the Revolution Knee, Rollins went high risk and got caught, as Black connected with a big kick to send Rollins crashing to the canvas. The opportunity to end the match was in sight, but Black hesitated, seemingly wondering if he shouldn't try another Black Mass as it seemed Rollins had the move scouted. He went for it anyway, but Rollins was one step quicker, hitting a kick to the gut and delivering the Blackout to bring this back and forth match to a close.
Winner and still Universal Champion: Seth Rollins
Want to follow the series, but missed a few posts? No problem! Check out my Universe Mode Wiki, constantly updated to keep you up to speed with the latest Universe Mode happenings.
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