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WWE Raw

Live from Glasgow, England

Monday 5th September 2005

Attendance: 7,482

TV Audience: 823,419 viewers (down by 27,332)

End Of A Career!

The show kicked off with a video package of Chris Jericho's career. We see moments from his time in ECW, WCW and finally WWE. The video package ends with the final moments of last week where we see Jericho losing his final match against Shawn Michaels. The closing shot shows Jericho kneeling in the ring, his hands in his hair, almost in tears at having to retire from the business.

OR: 61.1%

The show then started as the credits rolled and the pyros hit at the top of the ramp and we were welcomed to another edition of Raw with your host, Jim Ross.

JR: "Folks welcome to Raw, and what a spectacular night we had last week everyone, an unforgettable night of action. We saw an incident what has shocked the world and every superstar on Raw. We also saw the end of one of the greatest superstars ever to grace our screens, when Chris Jericho lost his match against Shawn Michaels and is now forced to retire from wrestling, it was a sad day for all his Jerichoholics that night. We also saw the World Heavyweight Champion The Master Randy Orton defeat Batista to retain his title, while those two Arab-Americans Ameera and 'The Great' Muhammad Hassan came out and captured gold!"

The Best In The Business!

As Jim Ross finished speaking, the music played as out walked, still the World Heavyweight Champion The Master Randy Orton as he made his way out clutching onto his title over his shoulder, smiling at the fans who showed their unhappiness that he was still their champion. He stood looking around, before he made his way down to the ring and climbed the steps, before climbing all four corners of the ring and posing for the fans. After he finished, he climbed down and moved over to take hold of a mic from Lillian Garcia at ringside.

Orton: "It has been said, that the man who tames the Animal, will be the saviour of this company. **heat** Last week, I did something that I didn't think I could, I finally laid to rest something that has been playing at the back of my mind for months now, and that was the man who I beat. For two months now I have held onto this title, this World Heavyweight Championship, and no one, not even the Animal himself, the man who I beat to win this belt could beat the mind of the Master. **Heat** You can all say what you want but you know, that what you are looking at right now, what you see in this ring is the best in the business. I have proved it time and time again, I have beaten everyone who steps in my path and yet the one thing I feared, the one man who once I called a friend, finally caught up with me. Yet, last week that myth, that legend that Batista believes he is, thinking he is the best Champion was disproved when I not only beat him, but I beat him for the greatest prize in the company. About six months ago, when my friend Damien reached me, he made me realise that I shouldn't be afraid of anything or anyone, listening to his stories about how he was abused by his own father, how Vince treated him made me believe in something I haven't done in a long time, and that was, to believe in myself. When I lost at Wrestlemania 21, when that man, that Legend, The Undertaker **POP** beat me, I lost all hope, I went down further into the pit of this stinking world than anyone alive, but Damien helped me come back, he was the one man who believed in me. He put his trust in me, he helped me, he trained me and he made me what I am today, THE WORLD HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPION!" **HEAT**

OR: 73.6%

New Man In Town!

After Orton finished speaking and posed with the title, the music hit and the fans popped big time. From the top of the ramp, walked out carrying a silver briefcase, the new Money In The Bank contract holder, Christian. He stood at the top of the ramp and looked around at his Peep's before he gave his hand signal to them and carried on walking down the ramp. He walked up the steel steps and climbed inside as Orton backed away wondering what he was doing out there. Christian then moved over and took hold of a 2nd mic as he got ready to speak as the crowd started a 'Christian' chant in his honour.

Christian: "Let me introduce myself to you Randy, I know we've met before but in different circumstances, but I thought I should let you know that you are looking at the next World Heavyweight Champion!" **POP**

Orton goes crazy as the fans popped at this comment, before he snapped back at Christian.

Orton: "WHAT, What makes you think that Christian, what you are looking at is the best damn wrestler in the business today, I've beaten Mick Foley, I've beaten Triple H, I've beaten Batista, and I have even beaten Chris Benoit. I've beaten them all, and you are nothing compared to them Christian, **heat** what makes you think you are even worthy of facing someone like me?"

Christian: "What makes me worthy? Well last week while you were out here beating Batista to retain your World Heavyweight Championship, I was out, celebrating because last week I also won something. I became the NEW Money In The Bank contract holder, **POP** do you know what that means Randy? Do you understand why I am out here now?"

Randy Orton looks upset at hearing this, but snaps back once more with a reaction.

Orton: "I know what it means, it means that you will just be another opponent that The Master Randy Orton will be able to name to his list of beaten men in this ring, THATS WHAT IT MEANS!"

Christian: "That's funny Randy, but I'll tell you what it means, it means that I now have a shot at you anytime, anyplace, anywhere. I could face you next year, I could face you next week, hell, I could even face you right here right now and beat your ass to take that belt away from you!" **POP**

Orton hates what he is hearing and starts pacing up and down the ring.

Christian: "You see Randy, I am the future of this business now. I've paid my dues, I've held every title there is on Raw apart from one, and that's the belt you currently hold. So it will be me and you, and it will be for that title, and it may be tonight, or it may be sometime soon, but what I will guarantee is, which is funny because it's what the original holder of this contrat used to say until I whipped his ass and sent him packing from this company, it's this Randy. THAT BELT, IS MINE, BECAUSE I PROMISE YOU THIS, IT'S MONEY IN THE BANK!"

Orton goes to attack Christian but he ducks down and Orton misses as he turns back and gets a face full of the briefcase smashed into him as he collapses onto the floor. Christian stands over Orton, before he picks up the World Heavyweight Championship belt and looked at it, before he looked down on Orton and he places it across his unconciouss body as the rest of the Gathering suddenly started to run down to the ring. Christian made a quick exit sliding out the ring and jumping over the barrier to escape Orton's team mates, as he looked back, smiling and showing his briefcase that he now holds the contract within.

OR: 80.9%

AD BREAKS

JR: "Just before the break we saw the new #1 contender Christian come out who won the 'Money in The Bank Contract' on last weeks Special Raw by beating both Edge and Chris Benoit, and he just attacked The Master Randy Orton promising him that the World Heavyweight Championship will soon be his. But coming up right now, we have a scheduled match between Maven and Steven Richards, for the past month or more Steven Richards has come out here dressed up as famous Wrestling Legends, but who knows who he will be tonight!"

Wrestlers In Their Eyes Challenge:

Maven vs Steven Richards

Maven came out first, and finally some music hit as Lillian introduced Steven Richards as another of his Wrestlers In Their Eyes contestant. The Shake Rattle and Roll started as the fans popped and out walked dressed as Elvis lookalike, Steven Richards as none other than The Honky Tonk Man, complete with guitar, jumpsuit and sideburns. Steven Richards tried doing some moves at the top of the stage area, shaking his hips and banging on his guitar before he made his way down to the ring.

Maven couldn't believe what he was seeing as Steven Richards climbed inside and shaked his ass at Maven as he attempted playing the guitar badly. Maven had enough though as he attacked, and Richards got caught sending him down. The ref moved the guitar to the corner and the match got started.

Maven dominated the match but he couldn't finish off the Honky Tonk lookalike, and as the ref took a bump, this gave Richards the opportunity, and he moved to the corner. Maven checked on the ref before he turned and walked over to Richards who was waiting and he turned with the guitar and smashed it over the head of Maven sending him down and out cold. He made the cover as the ref woke and started to count, and the three count later and Steven Richards had won the match as the Honky Tonk Man.

Lillian climbed into the ring as Maven laid there, Richards shaking his hips in Honky Tonk *Elvis* fashion as Lillian announced Steven Richards as the winner. At this point, Richards took hold of the mic off Lillian and stood, posed in trademark fashion, as he moved the mic closer to his mouth and he began to speak in a husky Elvis type voice.

Richards: "Thank you, Thank you very much!" **POP**

Steven Richards then made his way up the ramp and backstage as Lillian finally ended it by calling out that The Honky Tonk Man has left the building to a nice pop from the fans.

Winners: Steven Richards (aka. The Honky Tonk Man)

MR: 73.2%

MQ: 72.2%

OR: 80.1%

JR: "Steven Richards picks up a great win once again this time dressed as The Honky Tonk Man. But let's take you back to last week, what we witnessed, what every superstar and wrestling fan saw has shocked the world, not only in America but everywhere, let's show you this dispicable act by none other than Triple H!"

Bitter End!

Following the match, a video aired showing moments from the past few weeks on Raw. It started with Shelton Benjamin's victorys over Triple H two weeks running when he first came to Raw, this was followed by Shelton's victory over Triple H in a Dumpster Match several weeks ago, and then beating him in a Tag Team Match. It showed clips of Ric Flair beating Shelton Benjamin, and then Triple H walking out on Evolution and Raw before he made his huge impact return last week as he knocked out Shelton Benjamin, and drove him to a bridge, before he threw a wreath with his name over Shelton's screaming body in the boot of the car and then let it drive itself off the bridge and land in the water below, sinking without trace. It then showed a promo advertising that Triple H would be here tonight, Live on Raw.

OR: 58.9%

JR: "Folks we still haven't had any confirmation of what is taking place regarding the disappearance of Shelton Benjamin, but as you saw Triple H is scheduled to be here tonight, and I wonder what sort of reception he will get. **Music plays** But it looks like we are gonna be joined out here by the new Intercontinental Champion, 'The Great' Muhammad Hassan!"

'The Great' One Has Arrived!

As we returned from the video package, the music started of Arab-American, and new Intercontinental Champion 'The Great' Muhammad Hassan as he walked out wearing his new title and was accompanied by his friend and colleague, Ameera carrying her newly won Women's Championship. The stopped at the top of the ramp and looked around before both Ameera and Hassan turned their heads and spat down on American soil as they then made their way down the ramp and climbed into the ring after Hassan did his trademark prayer routine outside. He tried drowning out the boo's from the audience at listening to him speak once again.

Hassan: "Finally, The Great One has arrived on Raw. **HEAT** For months I have promised you all that the time will come when 'The Great' Muhammad Hassan would finally do something that no other Arab-American has ever done, and last week it was accomplished. In front of all you Americans, and in front of all my fans back home watching me on TV, watching me triumph, watching me beat down one of you so called typical Americans. 'The Great' Muhammad has finally shown the world that he can no longer be looked down upon, that he should be looked at as the saviour of this company. The new man who will take this show into the next Era, the Era of World Domination. What I hold around my waist is an indication to just how far I have become, to show the prejudice this country shows me because of who I am. I am an American just like all of you, but because of what happened, because of that tragedy that took place you still look down on me, you cross the street when I walk, you eat at different tables in restaurants where I sit, you look at me as if I am here to hurt you, and yet all I want is justice in this world, Justice in our Society, JUSTICE FOR 'THE GREAT' MUHAMMAD HASSAN. **HEAT** But this will never happen, because no matter what I do, no matter how great I become you will never understand what I am about. My friend Ameera, who last week also beat an American champion, Ameera who is also an American is now looked down upon, she is hated by you all just because of how she dresses now, and because she is my friend. You people, you American's will never learn to appreciate other religions, and that is why I am going to show you what I think of your American culture."

Hassan moves his hand under his white sheet he wears and brings out a can of spray paint he holds in his hand as he removes the belt from around his waist.

Hassan: "This title I won last week, this piece of American culture, this belt that many superstars of your great nation have held, your Rob Van Dams, your Triple H's, your Stone Cold Steve Austins **POP, and your Shawn Michaels, and even most of all, the man who claims he is the Great one himself, The Rock **POP**, all these people bring shame on who I am. All them past superstars and yet none of them show respect to the 'Great' Muhammad Hassan. What I do now, I do for the good of this country, and I do for my people watching around the world."

Hassan hands the mic over to Ameera as he shakes the can of spray paint and then he starts to spray something onto the Intercontinental Championship belt, desicrating what it stands for. After he finishes, he throws the can away, and he holds the belt up high as the camera zooms in, and we see he has sprayed out the Intercontinental part on it, and has sprayed across the belt in large words, 'ALLAH'.

The crowd rained down with hatred at this towards the belt and their country.

OR: 77.1%

JR: "Bah gawd, how could you, how dare you destroy a belt this company has lived upon!"

Nation's Pride!

As Hassan looked on, his eyes bulging out in glee at what he had done and with Ameera supporting her friend, the music hit of the Rabid Wolverine as the crowd jumped to their feet, and out walked ready for action, Chris Benoit. He stood looking around at the fans popping for him before he walked down to the ring and climbed inside, before moving over and taking hold of a mic from Lillian.

Benoit: "I was backstage minding my own business when I just witnessed an inustice alright, an injustice that you, Hassan, dare to destory what this country and this WWE holds proud in that Intercontinental Championship. You may have beaten Matt Hardy last week, and you may call yourself the Intercontinental Champion, but you are not great. You are not great until you have beaten someone like, me, CHRIS BENOIT. I have been called the greatest technical wrestler around today, and I earned that credit by working my ass off every single day in front of these fans. **POP** I don't want a title shot, I just want to come out here and finally shut you the hell up!"

Benoit drops the mic and gets ready for action as Hassan raises his hand to stop him.

Hassan: "Wait a minute Chris, my grievance is with America, not with you. I don't want to fight you. **Heat** Last week I went through a great match beating Matt Hardy for this title, and I feel I deserve a break from any action this week, which is why I am declining your offer of a match."

Benoit looks upset, but as he turns to the fans, Hassan runs at him and attacks using the belt to knock him to the mat as a referee runs down and slides in as the bell sounds and a singles match between Hassan and Benoit is underway.

OR: 58.9%

AD BREAKS

JR: "We are back and before the break Chris Benoit came out and challenged 'The Great' Muhammad to a match which has already started, let's take you to the action!"

Non-Title Match:

Chris Benoit vs 'The Great' Muhammad Hassan

In a match just made, 'The Great' Muhammad Hassan, who is now the Intercontinental Champion which Jim Ross then commented that he had sprayed the word 'Allah' over the Intercontinental name, took on Chris Benoit. Benoit dominated immediately and showed Hassan some techincal wrestling moves.

Hassan was able to make a comeback thanks to Ameera who distracted Benoit from the outside allowing Hassan to attack from behind taking Benoit down and sending him crashing into the turnbuckle. As Ameera jumped up onto the ring apron, to distract the referee this time, Hassan moved over and unfastened one of the turnbuckle pads before he threw it away allowing the steel to show through.

Hassan then picked Benoit up and whipped him into the corner and Benoit crashed chest first into the steel as he staggered back and this allowed Hassan to end the match as he set Benoit up and hit an Inverted STO on the Canadian before pinning a beaten Benoit for the three count. Ameera jumped in the ring and handed back Hassan's title as he raised it in the air looking down over on a beaten Benoit.

Winners: Muhammad Hassan

MR: 79.1%

MQ: 80.6%

OR: 78.9%

The Return Tonight!

Backstage after the match we found Evolution members, Trish Stratus, Steven Richards and Ric Flair in their dressing room.

Flair: "Whoooo, tonight Triple H returns to Raw, and he returns to Evolution, WHOOOO!"

Richards: "But, what about last week? Didn't you see what he did Nitch?"

Flair: "The name's Naitch boy, and of course I saw what he did, he showed that punk ass kid Shelton Benjamin just who is the Man of Raw, whoooo!"

Trish: "But Ric, he, murdered him. Didn't you see what he did? He locked him in that trunk and then he let it drive off the bridge and drown. I know Triple H has done some crazy things in his time, but come on, you have to admit he shouldn't have gone that far!"

Flair: "Come on, you believe he actually killed Shelton. This is reality baby, if Triple H had killed Shelton then he would be banged up in jail by now. I tell you what he did, is he showed the whole world and this company especially that the Game is back, The Cerebral Assasin is back in business, whoooo!"

Richards: "But what about Shelton, Nitch he hasn't been seen and no one has heard from him since last week. For all anyone knows he could be lying at the bottom of that sea."

Flair: "For the last time kid, it's Naitch!"

Richards: "That's what I said, Nitch!"

Flair: "Nevermind, look no one cares about Shelton Benjamin anyway, the guys is probably so scared of coming back to Raw he's quit for all anyone knows. When Triple H returns, no one will wanna mess with Evolution, no one."

Flair smiles in delight at waiting to greet back his colleague and good friend, as Trish and Steven Richards are worried about what frame of mind he will be in.

OR: 75.1%

Stand By Your Woman?

As Ric Flair left the dressing room, outside waiting was Maria who rushed over to try and catch a word with the Legend.

Maria: "Mr Flair, can I have a few words."

Flair: "I don't know, can you?"

Maria: "Tonight, Triple H is expected to return to Raw, what the fans want to know is, is he still as crazy as a bat?"

Flair stands in shock at this comment.

Flair: "What did you just say?"

Maria: "I mean, is Triple H mentally challenged now, you know, has he lost his marbles?"

Flair "You listen here missy!"

Maria: "The names Maria!"

Flair starts losing it and he intimidates her as she backs up against the wall as he starts screaming in her face.

Flair: "Listen up you two bit hussy, I could have hundreds of dumb women like you if I wanted to at the click of a finger, when you talk about the Greatest wrestler alive today, you don't talk down to him like he is crazy, you talk about him like he is the best wrestler this company has ever seen, do you understand me."

Maria stands looking innocent yet scared, when her eyes light up as she looks above Ric Flair and stands in shock.

Flair looks at her like he doesn't know what she's scared of, when he suddenly feels the breath of someone behind him. He starts to tilt his head back and look up where the camera moves back and we see Kane stood behind Ric Flair not looking too happy with Flair intimidating Maria. Flair moves away slowly.

Flair: "Kane, hmm, nice to see you, your looking swell man, listen, if you need anything just let me know ok."

Kane looks at Flair, before he turns his attention to Maria.

Kane: "Did he scare you Maria?"

Maria slightly nods her head at Kane, as Flair swallows and looks back at Kane.

Flair: "Listen man, I was just talking to her, you know how it is, I'm sure you've had plenty of dumb blondes around you all the time, or maybe you haven't."

Kane: "I don't like it when you scare my friend Ric, I have one word for you. RUN!"

Flair looks on as his eyes open up before he turns and starts backing away as Kane turns his attention to him and starts following him, Flair starts to turn and run off down the corridor as Kane follows.

OR: 61.3%

AD BREAKS

JR: "Moments ago, Ric Flair upset Maria and that has caused Kane to be deeply disturbed, and it looks like he is on the warpath against the Legend, we don't know where Flair has ran to, but I hope he doesn't get found!"

Ric Flair vs Kane

This impromptu match started as we came back from the break, as Ric Flair came running out from behind the curtain onto the stage area, he looked back, hoping he wasn't followed but as he stood looking at the curtain it moved and out walked Kane to a small pop from the fans.

Kane carried on walking after Flair who walked backwards down the ramp and tripped over before he quickly tried to get back to his feet and ran to the barrier where he went to climb over, only Kane got there in time as he grabbed Flair and dragged him back over to the outside of the ring and sent him crashing into the steel steps.

Kane then took Flair into the ring as he crawled to the corner, before Kane followed him. This allowed Flair to come back though as Kane walked in and pulled Flair up, he hit a poke to the eyes blinding Kane who staggered back. Flair then took Kane down with a shot to the legs before he worked him over.

Flair after a while got set as he locked in the Figure 4 Leglock on Kane and tightened the grip as Kane tried everything to get out, and eventually he made it to the ropes, as he twisted his body over and turned the pain back to Flair who started to scream in agony now.

The legs eventually got untangled and Flair ran to the ropes only to come back and be met with a huge backdrop by Kane. Kane then picked Flair up and hit a Chokeslam on him, before signalling for the end. He picked Flair up and lifted him upside down as he hit a Tombstone Piledriver on the Legend before he covered and the ref who came out to take part in this match counted a quick three to get it over with.

Kane stood up, raising his arms up and down as the red pyros hit on each turnbuckle while the ref checked on Flair.

Winners: Kane

MR: 72.5%

MQ: 64.0%

OR: 72.4%

A Different Arrival?

After the match, the camera showed the parking lot as we saw a car drive down and park up. The door opened as we saw the feet of a superstar and then it scanned up as we saw Chris Jericho standing by the car looking unhappy with what took place last week. He grabbed his coat from inside and walked off inside the arena as the camera watched him disappear from view.

JR: "Bah Gawd, JERICHO IS BACK!"

OR: 81.5%

Problems Solved!

A video aired next, advertising a match for next week which featured The Master Randy Orton and Kane defending their Tag Team Titles against challengers, Batista and The Problem Solver Tyson Tomko.

OR: 53.0%

Request?

After the promo aired, we found ourselves backstage again as we saw Chris Jericho making his way down the corridor before he stopped outside an office, and he knocked on the door as a voice called out for him to enter. As he opened it, inside sat at his desk was Chairman Vince McMahon. He stood up in a slightly shocked way as he saw Chris Jericho walk in the office and over to shake his hand.

Vince: "Chris, welcome, this is an unexpected surprise, you know, you do remember you lost last week?" **Smiles**

Jericho: "That's funny Vince, of course I know I lost last week, I haven't thought about anything since then. I've been sat at home all week thinking about what happened, watching every moment in my mind, replaying it on the tv and watching every angle, and you know what Vince, just like this company has always done, it screwed me!"

Vince: "What are you talking about? You lost Chris, Shawn Michaels got the final pinfall in overtime."

Jericho: "Oh, he got it alright, he cheated to beat me, you know it, I know it, Shawn knows it and the all these fans here in the good ol' UK know it. **POP** What I want to know is, what are you gonna do about it."

Vince: "What am I gonna do about it, I tell you what I'm gonna do about it, absolutely nothing. Chris, you made that match, you wanted that stipulation that the loser was forced to retire, and you signed that contract live on Raw. I can't just change things because you started to cry over you losing Chris. I suggest you get use to your new life outside of Wrestling, because as far as I am concerned, your career in this company, is over. Now if you don't mind me, I have some more business to attend to."

Vince then leaves the room as we are left looking at Jericho looking angry at Vince's comments, and in a fit of rage, he grabs the desk and picks it up throwing it and smashing against the wall before he walks out the room leaving it a mess.

OR: 87.4%

JR: "Chris Jericho turned up moments ago and has just talked to Vince McMahon who seems want nothing to do with it, but we are set for a match that was made after at the top of the show, Christian laid out the World Heavyweight Champion Randy Orton, and we are all set as these two men get in the ring for a non-title match!"

Non-Title Match:

The Master Randy Orton vs Christian

This match was made after Christian knocked out The Master Randy Orton at the top of the show announcing he would now be the new Number #1 contender for the title. Orton got Vince to make a non-title match tonight as the two rivals made their way to the ring, The Master Randy Orton on his own, while Christian accompanied by his new 'Money In The Bank Contract' sealed in a steel briefcase.

The two got the match underway, as Orton took early advantage working on Christian's upper body before Christian was able to make a comeback sending Orton crashing to the outside with a backdrop near the ropes.

The two then fought on the outside, Christian sending Orton into the steel post, and smashing his head down on the Spanish announce table before they got back in the ring. Christian kept up the domination on Orton working over his legs in the corner, wrapping them around the ropes and kicking them and stretching them as Orton was in pain, always breaking the five count from the ref so he didn't get disqualified.

The ending of the match came when Orton came back, and he thought he had it won, as he sent Christian crashing into the ref, sending him out the ring to the outside. Orton then was able to hit an RKO on Christian and covered but with no ref, there was no count. A second ref quickly ran down after a good minute or so, but somehow by that time Christian had got back to his feet as Orton looked out on the ref before he turned to be met by Christian who was waiting, who then twisted Orton around and hit an Unprettier down on The Master Randy Orton and covered as the ref counted, and hit the three as he called for the bell awarding the match to Christian.

Christian grabbed his briefcase and walked up the ramp celebrating as Orton started to get back to his feet and argued with the ref but he wouldn't make the change, as Orton then hit an RKO on the second ref and he then looked up on Christian stood at the top of the ramp holding his briefcase up in the air and pointning to it, before signalling for the World Heavyweight Championship to be around his waist soon.

Winners: Christian

MR: 80.8%

MQ: 82.0%

OR: 86.3%

He's Back!

After the match, we caught sight of another car speed down the ramp and pull inside it's parking space. The door opened as we saw some large black boots step out before the camera moved back and there stood was the return of Triple H.

Triple H stood smiling at his actions to date, and he made his way towards the arena doors as he walked in casually not having a care for the world as Superstars lined the corridor looking at the return of the leader of Evolution who just walked past not taking any notice as the Superstars looked at him with faces of anger for what he had done to Shelton Benjamin, and a few stood in shock at the nerve of this man returning after the action he took last week on Raw.

JR: "He's back, Triple H is back, the nerve of this man to show up after what he did last week!"

OR: 79.6%

AD BREAKS

Murder Is A Cruel Name!

As we returned, the music hit, 'Its time to play the Game' and out from behind the curtain walked the man who last week destroyed Shelton Benjamin, Triple H. He stood at the top of the ramp smiling and looking around like he didn't have any care in the world anymore before he made his way down the ramp and climbed inside the ring before taking hold of a mic and getting ready to speak as the fans showed their hatred at what he has done.

HHH: "Once again, the world is my stage, and I am the King. **HEAT** What's wrong with you people, what, the way your acting you'd think I did something wrong. **heat as HHH smiles**. Look, what I did last week was for the best for this company, and more important what's best for Triple H. I couldn't let some punk ass kid just run around thinking he owned me, hell, he isn't even in my league, well especially now he's at the bottom of the ocean. **Laughs**. What I do promise you all, is that we have seen the last of Shelton Benjamin. No one cares about him, he's been gone for over a week and yet no one has done anything about it, so I guess you could say I pulled off the perfect crime."

As he said that, music played and out walked Ric Flair smiling, he walked down the ramp and climbed into the ring where he walked over and shook hands with Triple H who was delighted to see him before he moves to grab a mic.

HHH: "Nice to see you again Ric, listen man, what I said the last time we spoke, you know I didn't mean it. I was angry, and I needed to do something and that something was decide how to finally finish off this myth that Shelton Benjamin will always be known as the man Triple H could never destroy, well I guess we proved that wrong last week eh Naitch."

Flair: "Hunter, by god am I glad to see you, forget about what happened last time, I knew you wouldn't walk out on us, that you wouldn't walk out on Evolution. Listen, these people backstage have been saying all these bad things about you, but now your back, we finally get to sort everyone out just like you have done to Shelton Benjamin!"

HHH: "That's right Naitch, the world will never be the same, because tonight, THE GAME IS BACK!"

After he spoke that, and the crowd showing their disapproval, some more music started up. 'No Chance' played around the arena and out walked Vince McMahon accompanied by several police officers. He walked down to the ring closely followed and he asked them to wait outside while he climbed the steps and through the ropes holding onto a mic.

Vince: "Hunter, I've come out here for one reason."

HHH: "And that's to welcome me back eh Vince, well no need for all the hugging and all that crap, and you didn't have to bring out all the fanfare with you, I'm back to get back to business, and you know what's the first thing on my mind Vince? The World Heavyweight Championship!"

Vince: "Is that right, well, I'm afraid that will have to go to the back of the queue at the moment, you see, I'm out here not to welcome you back, and these Officers aren't out here to celebrate your return, they are here because I have been handed, this is hard for me to say, I have been handed a warrant for the arrest of one Triple H for the murder of Shelton Benjamin" **POP**

Flair's mouth drops open as Triple H smiles, believing this is all a joke, as Vince pulls out a piece of paper and shows it to Triple H who looks at it.

HHH: "This is funny Vince, what you do, hire some local guys to dress up as cops."

Vince: "I'm not laughing Hunter, that is an official Police Warrant for your arrest, and these officers are here to take you in. Don't you have anything to say about what you did?"

HHH: "Come on Vince, you think I'd be stupid enough to kill someone. If I wanted Shelton gone there was a number of ways to do it, I didn't have to murder him, and in fact I didn't. Shelton is currently holed up in some two bit hotel somewhere, you see Vince, I never locked him in that boot of the car, I never even drove it off that bridge with him in it. What you didn't see is that I removed Shelton from the vehicle before it crashed and burned Vince. That's the truth alright, I gave him some money and I told him to get lost, to never return to Raw and he has done that, check all the hotels in the area, you'll find him at one of them."

Vince: "You expect me to believe this crap, Hunter we all saw what you did last week, and I think since no one, not me or any of his family have heard from Shelton since last week justifies the warrant, officers, he's all yours."

Some officers climb into the ring and they start to grab hold of Triple H who is struggling to keep free of them.

HHH: "Vince, you know me, you know I wouldn't do that, Naitch, tell Vince what happened, explain to him. **Officer grabs him and puts him in a arm lock behind his back** GET OFF ME YOU SON OF A BITCH!"

The officers then all get together and they take Triple H down to the mat as he keeps struggling to break free but they all make sure he can't as handcuffs are locked on Triple H and he gets moved to under the ropes and outside the ring. Triple H shouts at to Ric Flair calling for his help but Vince stops Flair from getting outside the ring.

Vince: "Ric, I suggest if you value your job with this company that you stay here because if you so much as help Hunter, if you even think about it, then I will fire you from this company on the spot."

Flair looks down at Hunter who is being dragged kicking and screaming up the ramp by all the officers.

OR: 93.2%

The show ends as we see Triple H being taken through the corridor and into the parking lot where a Police van is waiting and they throw him in the back as it starts up and drives off, as we hear Triple H's screams shouting out for Nature Boy to help as it disappears from sight to close the show.

JR: "Bah Gawd, Triple H has been arrested, he's gone, what is gonna happen to Evolution now, what next for the man who has allegedly killed Shelton Benjamin!"

Overall Rating: 63.8%

WWE Raw News Headlines:

Major Superstar Leaves?

The WWE today confirmed that Superstar Edge (Adam Copeland) has left the company after his contract expired and the company didn't look at renewing it. The future is unknown for this Superstar, but surely several top companies will be looking at hiring him in the near future. WWE Raw left the door open and claimed they may bring him back sometime down the line.

WWE Releases Talent?

The WWE also today released several other superstars and backstage talent, including Hillbilly Jim, Steve Keirn and Raw Superstars Gene Snitsky and British star William Regal. It is thought to be understood that the company has no future ideas/storylines relating to these two superstars who have left but hope they can work down the line again. Rumours are also circulating that Vince McMahon has again asked for the roster size to be cut due to the high rising costs of equipment and low turnouts in America, and may see more of the European market opened up for the company.

Jericho Retired?

After last week's Raw, Chris Jericho ended up on the receiving end of a classic Sixty Minute Ironman Match, and was forced to retire from the company. After signing a contract just a month or so back, the company have indicated that this is not the end of Jerichos future in the company.

Wrestler Murdered Live on Raw?

The other huge storyline circulating is the aparent Murder of Raw Superstar Shelton Benjamin by Triple H. Although some complaints were made to the TV Station, the WWE have declared that this is just a storyline and the fans of the show need to stay tuned for how it will develop. The company did state that it was just like any Entertainment show on TV, in which any character may be killed off, but in which also that they may return in some unforseen way and not to believe everything you witness on TV quoting Austin's Infmous saying 'Dont Trust Anyone'.

WWE Raw

Live from Texas

Monday 29th August 2005

Attendance: 3,336

TV Audience: 850,751 viewers (up by 73,601)

One Winner, ONE LOSER!

Before the show started, we kicked it off with a video package of the last few weeks. It showed Chris Jericho being knocked out twice in one night by Shawn Michaels in Canada.

It then showed the following week as Jericho challenged Michaels to a match.

This was followed by the contract signing by both Jericho and Shawn, which ended in the KO of Vince by Shawn by accident.

It ended with a face of face from last week, as it closed on the two standing together looking each other down as the voice came over the picture.

"Tonight, HBK vs Y2J. One man will continue on his journey, while one man will be gone, FOREVER?"

OR: 86.8%

The opening Raw credits then rolled and pyros hit as we come to you live from Texas the home of Shawn Michaels as we are welcomed by our host, Jim Ross.

JR: "Welcome to a very special edition of Raw folks. What you will witness tonight will be the defining end to one man, the career of one superstar tonight will change, will it be The Showstopper, The Heartbreak Kid Shawn Michaels, or will it be the man who wants to end Shawn's career right here tonight in his home town, Chris Jericho. Folks, I don't know which way this will go, both are tremendous superstars and deserve to win this match, but tonight, in a gruelling Sixty Minutes of non-stop action, one man will walk out here a Champion, and one man will have to walk out, knowing he will never be back in the wrestling world, AGAIN! But, we also tonight have some other great matches for you, Batista will finally get his rematch against the World Heavyweight Champion The Master Randy Orton, Matt Hardy will be defending his Intercontinental Championship against Number #1 Contender, and a man who I hope finally has his unbeaten Raw record broke tonight, 'The Great' Muhammad Hassan. Not only that, but Victoria is putting her title on the line as she will meet Hassan's friend, Ameera, and finally we have a Blindfold match involving Stacy Keibler and Trish Stratus. **Benoit's music hits the arena** But what a way to kick off Raw, we are gonna bring to you all now in your living room at home, three of the best Canadians that have ever come through this company, sit back and watch this great battle."

Money In The Bank Contract:

Triple Threat:

Chris Benoit vs Edge © vs Christian

Thsi triple threat got under way with the 'Money In The Bank' contract going to the winner of the match. Edge still unhappy with having to defend his contract while Christian wasn't happy that Benoit had now been added into it.

Benoit and Christian started it off, with Benoit claiming Christian was lucky the night he pinned him, and that he won't beat him tonight. This started a pushing match, as both shoved the other back, and ended with Christian slapping Benoit which only woke the Wolverine up. The two then got it on as Edge stood back watching, waiting for his opportunity. Christian was taking a beating from Benoit who whipped him to the ropes and hit a hard shoulder block sending him down. A quick cover was only stopped as Edge got involved and pulled Benoit off.

Edge and Benoit then went face to face, as they started to lay punches into each other as christian moved to the corner to let them get on with it. Benoit was getting beaten down by Edge and he got him on the mat for a pinfall when Christian broke this one up. All three stood up and looked at each other, before the fans popped and all three just broke loose attacking the other two opponents.

Benoit dominated most of the match, working on both Christian and Edge, and he was able to hit Edge with three German Supplexes to take down the current contracted champion. Benoit then went up top of the turnbuckle, and was ready to fly as the ref checked on Edge, which allowed Christian to run over and he pushed Benoit who went flying off the turnbuckle and crashed down onto the barrier outside taking him out of the match.

Christian went up top and he got ready to jump off as Edge got to his feet, and as Christian jumped off, Edge connected with a shot to the ribs as Christian somersaulted over onto his back and crashed to the mat. He rolled around in pain as Edge moved to the corner, and waited, setting Christian up for the finisher.

As Christian staggered to his feet, Edge moved in for the kill, and he ran for a Spear, but Christian jumped up and did the splits jump over Edge who couldn't stop and ran into the turnbuckle, he staggered backwards into Christian who got ready, twisted Edge around and finished Edge off with a Un-Prettier which connected.

Christian made the cover, as the ref counted, and Benoit struggling to get into the ring but it was too late as the ref's hand connected for the third time, and called for the bell. The crowd popped big time as Christian rolled out the ring, grabbed hold of the winning item, the Money in The Bank contract sealed inside a briefcase and made his way up the ramp as Benoit layed in the ring, being checked by the ref and Edge still unconciouss.

Winners: Christian

MR: 80.3%

MQ: 80.5%

OR: 79.5%

AD BREAK

Kidnapping?

After the match we went backstage where we saw Shelton Benjamin, not dressed for action, as he came out of a locker room and shouted something back in before he walked towards the parking lot. He walked to his car as he reached inside through the open window and grabbed something as he started to move out, a piece of two by four wood came crashing down onto his head, smashing in two as Shelton collapsed backwards and down onto the floor.

JR: "Bah Gawd, what is happening back there."

The camera moved up as we saw Triple H stood there.

JR: "HE'S BACK, TRIPLE H IS BACK AND HE HAS JUST TAKEN OUT SHELTON BENJAMIN."

Triple H stood, holding a piece of wood which was now snapped in two, he looked down on Shelton angrily, before he threw the wood away and took a hold of Shelton by the arms, dragging him across the parking lot to a car waiting. Triple H opened the boot as he picked Shelton up and dragged him inside, as he made sure every part of his body was in, before he slammed the boot of the car shut and moved around to climb inside the car. He started the engine up and sped off up the ramp narrowly missing an incoming car coming down the drive. The car pulled over as Triple H's car sped past and out of sight. Out stepped from the stopped car was Ric Flair and Steven Richards.

Flair: "That looked like Hunter, what the hell was he doing here."

Richards: "I have a bad feeling about this Ric."

Flair and Richards climb back in the car and pull down into their space as they get out and walk into the arena when Flair noticed a piece of wood, he moved over and picked it up off the floor as he looked at it, and noticed some wet blood on the end of one piece, as he looked up at the car which had sped off knowing Triple H is who he saw, before he looked at Richards wondering what was going on as they rushed into the arena.

OR: 79.2%

JR: "Well as you saw Triple H returned moments ago and he has kidnapped Shelton Benjamin, the man who he claims is ruining his life and his career in this company. I tell you I am afraid for what might happen, even the rest of Evolution can't understand what Triple H is upto. I hope and I pray that Shelton is ok, and he gets away from this madman before something bad really happens. But we have to carry on with the show folks, and up next we have a Blinfold Match, both Stacy Keibler and Trish Stratus will compete, each one wearing a blindfold over their eyes so they can't see. The first person to pick up a pinfall will win this match, we haven't seen anything like this for a long time, and I can still recall Jake 'The Snake' Roberts being in one of these matches and it is scary, not knowing where you are going inside that ring."

Blindfold Match:

Stacy Keibler (Gathering) vs Trish Stratus (Evolution)

Both women came down seperately as the ref's waited for them to enter the ring. Each referee then placed the blindfold over the eyes of the two women and the bell sounded for the beginning of the match.

This was a very slow match, as each opponent put their arms out to try and find where they were, and at one instant they backed into each other, as Trish turned and ran at Stacy but she jumped out the way as Trish ran into the ropes and fell backwards, angrily at what just took place.

The ending of this unusual match came when Trish moved around and grabbed the referee by mistake and went to hit him, when he told her who he was. Stacy could hear it as she made her way to the action and Trish turned around to be met by a DDT by Stacy on Trish which connected and Trish was out. Stacy struggled for a moment to find Trish on the mat, but eventually did and covered her as the ref called the three and then the bell and awarded the victory to Stacy Keibler who unmasked herself and looked down at her beaten opponent.

Winners: Stacy Keibler

MR: 66.4%

MQ: 46.7%

OR: 66.9%

Greatness To Prevail?

A video aired next showing 'The Great' Muhammad Hassan and his mission to seek Justice against the WWE who he thought had been holding him down, as he got into a feud with Intercontinental Champion Matt Hardy and beating Vince two weeks ago.

OR: 56.3%

JR: "Folks, we are set, some may say this is America vs the Arab-American, some say it's one man's mission against one man's Revolution, but I say, I just want Matt Hardy to beat this son of a bitch down and finally show him this country doesn't care about him anymore. Do it for us Matt, do it for this proud nation, DO IT FOR AMERICA!"

WWE Intercontinental Championship:

'The Great' Muhammad Hassan vs Matt Hardy ©

First, out came to the new music of the Revolution, Matt Hardy wearing his Intercontinental Championship. The crowd popped for him as he made his way to the ring and posed inside for the fans. The place suddenly turned bad though as the music hit, and out walked, accompanied by his friend, 'Ameera', 'The Great' Muhammad Hassan. Wearing his trademark white gown and headscarf, he looked around the arena and wasn't happy with the reaction he was getting before he turned and spat on American soil. He made his way down to the ring and after his trademark prayer outside the ring, he climbed inside and joined Ameera as the ref held Matt back.

The crowd chanted for Hardy as Hassan hated this and tried protecting his hearing from this American crowd. Hassan then looked at Hardy, and to the crowd's displeasure, he gave a indication that he would win the title tonight.

The match got under way and Matt Hardy dominated at first and took it to Hassan to the fans pleasure, and he got some close calls as Ameera shouted from the outside trying to help her friend comeback.

Hassan was able to come back as Hardy ran to the ropes and Ameera grabbed one of his feet to stop him, as he reached over and grabbed Ameera by the head and dragged her to the apron, he was about to hit her when Hassan ran at him, but Hardy moved out the way, and Hassan broke just in time so he didn't connect with Ameera. Hardy finished it though as he hit a dropkick into the back of Hassan who fell forward and crashed into Ameera, knocking her down to the mat outside.

Hassan staggered back and turned as Matt hit a kick to the gut and set him up, as he connected with a Twist of Fate. He went for the cover, but the referee had jumped outside to check on Ameera and then she distracted him from going back until he finally told her to get out of ringside, informing her she was banned.

Ameera eventually made her way up the ramp complaning to the ref, until another ran down to help, as the official turned around to see Matt still covering Hassan and ran to the ring and slid in for the count, but just before the hand hit the mat for the three, Hassan somehow kicked out.

Matt Hardy jumped up complaining about it, saying he had this match won but the referee tried explaining what was happening outside. Hassan tried a schoolboy roll up from behind and he almost got the three count himself but Hardy kicked out in time.

The two then went at it again, and it went back and forth for some time before Hardy thought he had it won, he once again was able to hit a Twist of Fate on Hassan, only for the ref to see Hassan's foot was on the bottom rope before he counted. Hardy couldn't believe what was happening, and he stood up looking down on Hassan who was beaten.

Hassan got to his feet, as Hardy moved to the corner turnbuckle and climbed it. He got ready as he jumped off and went to connect with Hassan, but it failed, as Hassan stood waiting, and as Hardy landed, he was in position, as Hassan connected with a Inverted STO on Hardy as he crashed to the mat.

Hassan rolled him up for the cover, and he got a handfull of tights for good measure as the ref counted, and with the count of three later, the fans reaction showed it all, as they went crazy at the new Intercontinental Champion.

Hassan knelt in the ring as he was handed the belt, he looked down on it, holding it in his hands, as he looked up at the heavens with delight at finally capturing some gold.

Winners: 'The Great' Muhammad Hassan (New Intercontinental Champion)

MR: 77.4%

MQ: 75.4%

OR: 80.4%

HBK's Finest Moments?

A video aired next showing Shawn Michaels moments over his career. From his time with Marty Jannetty as the Rockers, to winning the World Belt and his infamous screwjob over Bret Hart. It ended showing him knocking out several top superstars over the years with his Sweet Chin Music to end the montage.

OR: 59.7%

JR: "I still can't believe what I witness moments ago, 'The Great' Muhammad Hassan has finally won the Intercontinental Championship when he cheated, yes that's right folks, he robbed Matt Hardy of the title. I hope he gets his revenge, because that was not Justice, not like Hassan sees it, but you did us proud Matt, you fought to the end, and I'm speaking on behalf of everyone when I say, thank you for your effort. But up now, we have someone else that lately has been trying to gain some respect, and that is Hassan's friend and accomplice, Ameera. She first appeared a month or so ago now as Hassan fired his Manager, Daivari, and she has helped put Hassan where he is now, and this time she has a shot at the gold, and I just hope Victoria has more luck than Matt did."

WWE Women's Championship:

Ameera vs Victoria ©

The fourth match of the night featured the Women's Champion Victoria who had suffered at the hands of Ameera for several weeks and finally got a pinfall over her last week in revenge. Victoria came out first and got a good reaction holding her title as she made her way to the ring.

Out next came Ameera who got some nice heat for her part in helping Hassan win his belt earlier, she walked down to the ring and climbed inside before the ref called for the bell and started the match.

Both divas put on a good match, with some close calls by both of them as Victoria went closest when she almost hit the Widow's Peak on Ameera who just struggled to get out and slide out the ring in time before being hit.

Victoria dominated from then on, and worked over Ameera as the fans cheered on their American superstar, but it was to no avail as Ameera was able to hit a move similar to Muhammad Hassan in an Inverted STO which Jim Ross had called over the announcing as Ameera's 'Arabic Night' finish. Ameera then covered as the ref counted and the hand went down as he called for the bell, and the belt got handed into the ref as the ref walked over and handed it to Ameera as she slid out the ring and walked up the ramp clutching onto her newly won Women's Championship.

As she reached the top of the ramp, out walked the newly won 'Intercontinental Champion' The Great Muhammad Hassan who joined her as they both raised their titles they had won tonight to the hatred of the fans as the ref checked over Victoria laying in the ring.

Winners: Ameera (New Women's Champion)

MR: 65.7%

MQ: 54.0%

OR: 66.7%

Jericho's Finest Moments?

A video aired next showing Chris Jericho's finest moments in the company. From his debut upsetting The Rock to capturing the Undisputed World Title as well as several Intercontinental Titles along the way. It then showed several superstars tapping out to 'The Walls of Jericho' as it ended the video montage.

OR: 63.0%

JR: "Tonight is turning into a disaster for America, both Matt Hardy and Victoria have lost their titles tonight on this very special edition of Raw. Who knows what is to come in our Main Event, the tension is still building for that match, but right now we have a huge match up. Batista finally gets his rematch against the man, the one man who for the four long months kept his identity a secret, The Master who we soon learned to be Randy Orton beat Batista over a month ago and captured the World Heavyweight Championship. Well tonight Batista gets what he wants, he gets Randy Orton one on one in that ring, and I have a feeling that tonight, The Animal will prevail!"

WWE World Heavyweight Championship:

The Master (Randy Orton) © vs Batista

Batista first came out as he got a huge pop from the fans as he walked down to the ring and awaited the champion. The Gathering's music hit, and out walked the World Heavyweight Champion, The Master Randy Orton dressed in a long black robe, and he was accompanied by the Leader of the group, Damien. They walked down to the ring and climbed inside as Batista smiled at Orton, trying to make him uneasy with facing him tonight, with the ref showing the belt to the fans before calling for the bell to get the match underway.

The two got locked in at first, with Batista overpowering Orton with every shot using his upper strength. Orton was shot around the ring like a rag doll, and at times he climbed out to talk to Damien about his strategy knowing he was losing an uphill battle against Batista.

Orton came back after a while, thanks to some dirty tricks he played by blinding Batista at one stage and sending him to the outside with a dropkick, allowing Damien to send Batista to the ringpost and steps as the ref got distracted by Orton.

Orton climbed outside and walked around taking hold of Batista, as he lifted him up and bodyslammed him on the mat's outside the ring breaking the ref's count before he could make a 10 count.

Orton dominated from then on, and he took apart Batista, working on his legs knowing if he couldn't make him stand, he couldn't hit the Batista Bomb on him and it worked as Batista was taken down at every opportunity.

Orton whipped Batista to the corner, and he ran in after him but Batista got his foot up, stunning Orton who staggered away before Batista unleashed a fury of clotheslines on Orton, each one sending him down hard. Batista started to 'hulk up' as he does and waved the ropes in delight at getting fuelled up ready to finally bury Orton once and for all. He turned as he gave Orton the thumbs up to thumbs down as he picked him up, set him up and raised him above his head and brought him down with a huge bang on the landing to the delight of the crowd.

Batista had it won as he went to cover, but Damien started praying with his arms to his side, with all his energy seems to be drawn to Orton who as Batista covered, somehow amazingly kicked out. Batista was left stunned at this action, as he got to his feet and called for another to finally finish it off.

Batista lifted up Orton and set him up again, as he lifted him up onto his shoulders, only Orton stuggled and out of nothing he slipped off Batista and out of his hold as he dropped back down to the mat, then in a split second reaction, Orton grabbed Batista's head and connected as he hit an R-K-O on the former Champion.

The crowd were unhappy as Orton laying down in the ring along side Batista, crawled over, and got an arm over the huge monster and covered him, as the ref counted and the hand dropped for the three as Damien smiled on the outside.

Damien jumped into the ring after grabbing the belt off Lillian and lifted Orton up who looked like he was almost out of it, handing over the belt to Orton and telling him he had finally overcome the odds.

Orton celebrated lifting the title in the air, as Batista layed in the ring, gathering his thoughts after being knocked out by Orton who by now had started to make their way up the ramp along with Damien.

Winners: The Master (Randy Orton)

MR: 75.2%

MQ: 75.2%

OR: 75.7%

Death Becomes Him?

We then saw the titantron come on, as we saw a bridge in Texas over a long winding river. A car sped down the lonely road, with no cars about as it screeched to a halt. Out stepped Triple H who was smiling as he walked around to the boot and banged on it, shouting.

HHH: "You ok in there!"

A mumbling noise was heard coming from inside the boot of the car.

HHH: "Good, coz I didn't want you to go before your time was up!"

Triple H then walked around the other side of the car, as he opened the back door and pulled out a few bricks tied to a piece of string. He checked it over before he walked around to the drivers side and opened the door. He reached in as he put the car in gear, and tied the string to the steering wheel, around the seat, before he put the bricks on the seat. He then went back once again to check the boot.

HHH: "Shelton, you and me have a connection you know that. **Mumbling from inside** You have taken me to the edge Shelton, and to honour you for your time as being the only superstar who has ever been able to beat me on every occassion, I have something for you."

Triple H then unlocked the boot and lifted it open, as the camera focused in on Shelton Benjamin laid out inside tied up with tape over his mouth so he couldn't scream.

HHH: "What's that? **Mumbling** Your sorry? **Mumbling** Well Shelton, so am I, because you have left me with no choice, you screwed me Shelton, you have done to me what no one else has been able to, and there's only one way I can go with you."

Triple H then moved around the corner of the car as Shelton tried to unloosen his ropes but couldn't as Triple H came back to the boot, as he dropped in a wreath with Shelton's name on it. He smiled as he looked down on his victim.

HHH: "See you around Shelton, oh no, wait, I won't, because you'll be lying at the bottom of the ocean forever!"

Triple H then slammed the boot of the car shut as screaming mumbling was heard from inside as Triple H made his way around to the front driving seat of the car, he picked up the bricks and put them on the accelerator as the car started to smoke from the tyres rolling around, he then reached over, and in one swift movement, he released the brake and moved away as the car started to speed off down the bridge.

The car was out of control as no one was driving as it sped towards the bridge wall, and within the blink of an eye, it disappeared over the bridge and falling down. The camera shot moved over as it saw what was left of the roof of the car, poking out of the top of the water, before it slowly drifted down into the murky depths.

The camera focused on the car as it disappeared below the water, and then swung around as we saw the lonely figure of Triple H just casually walking away, down the bridge and disappearing through the smog filtering over the bridge itself on this dark lit night.

OR: 79.2%

JR: "Folks, I am still in shock at this action that we have just witnessed. Words can't describe what just took place over on that bridge, Triple H, a man who's life was built on this company, a man who's dedication to wrestling and the wwe may have just come to an end. My prayers go out to Shelton Benjamin's family and we hope that medics and help is on their way to see if they can find Shelton before it's too late. And right now, after what we saw, we are ready for a match which seems small in comparison to the terrible incident that took place. What you are about to witness in this ring, is a gruelling Sixty Minutes of Non-Stop Action, Sixty Minutes of pure hell for both these men, and they can only be one winner, and the man who unfortunately loses this match will not only have been through hell, but he will have to retire from wrestling forever. Let's goto the ring for this match, and if we have any news on Shelton Benjamin or Triple H we will bring it to you."

Sixty Minutes Ironman Retirement Match:

'HBK' Shawn Michaels vs 'Y2J' Chris Jericho

1st Fall: 23mins 45secs

The match started and was well into it's 20+minute mark when the first fall actually came about. Shawn Michaels had the advantage over Jericho and was beating him around the ring when he irish whipped Jericho to the corner, and ran in after him but Jericho moved out the way just in time, and Shawn went crashing into the ringpost shoulder first. Jericho then came from behind and rolled Shawn back into a schoolboy pinfall and as the ref counted, Jericho put his feet on the ropes for leveradge and got the three count to pick up the first pinfall in this match.

Jericho: 1 Shawn: 0

2nd Fall: 36mins 04secs

Jericho was able to take a 2-0 lead against HBK as he dominated from his first pinfall and continued getting close calls until he finally was able to take the 2nd fall. He hit Shawn with a huge backdrop before he ran to the ropes and hit a Lionsault on Shawn which connected, he then covered and picked up the next pin in this gruelling match.

Jericho: 2 Shawn: 0

3rd Fall: 49mins 48secs

Shawn Michaels was able to pull one back in the 49th minute as he came back fighting with his local fans behind him. He was able to take Jericho down with an Inzuguri and then he climbed the turnbuckle and came flying off with a huge elbow drop which connected on Jericho before he covered him and picked up his first pinfall of the night.

Jericho: 2 Shawn: 1

4th Fall: 54mins 13secs

Jericho lost out in the next pinfall by his own account. As Shawn came from behind, and with the ref watching Jericho kicked backwards and up behind him, as it struck Shawn between the legs with a low blow, as Shawn dropped down to his knees in agony and the ref called for the bell, disqualying Jericho for this illegal manoveoure. Jericho smiled though, even though this had now equalled the score at 2 - 2.

Jericho: 2 Shawn: 2

5th Fall: 57mins 24secs

Jericho didn't waste any time after getting a Dq though as he took hold of Shawn's legs and turned him over as he locked in a 'Walls of Jericho' on Shawn who was in agony. Jericho forced more into the hold, and it was only a matter of time before Shawn had no option but to tap out to this back paining move. Jericho let go as he picked up the important 3-2 lead.

Jericho: 3 Shawn: 2

6th Fall: 59mins 58secs

Jericho didn't know though, that as he bounced around the ring posing to the fans and talking to the ref about how he had this match won, Shawn Michaels had got to his feet, and with only 30 seconds or so remaining of the match, and Jericho believing he had it won, he turned to be met by the biggest move of the night. Shawn swung his leg up and connected on Jericho's face with some 'Sweet Chin Music' as Jericho stood stunned, before he dropped back and down onto the mat, unconciouss at this finisher. With seconds remaining, Shawn dragged himself over to Jericho and just barely got his arm over Jericho's chest as the ref got down and counted, ONE-TWO-THREE. The ref's hand hit the mat just 2 seconds before the time limit sounded, and he awarded the pinfall to Shawn Michaels who squared the match up in the dying seconds.

Jericho: 3 Shawn: 3

As the bell sounded, the referee didn't know what to do as he looked around at what should happen next, and that's when the music hit. 'No Chance' started up and out walked Vince McMahon to the top of the ramp holding a mic.

Vince: "Both you men in that ring signed a contract, you signed that by the end of tonight one of you would be Retired from this industry for ever, well since this match has come down to a draw, there is only one option left I can do. This match will continue until the next pinfall, submission or Disqualification. I promised these fans a match, and that someone would retire, and bah gawd that is what they are gonna get, so ring that bell and let's get back to this match in Overtime.

6th Fall: Overtime: 1hour 3mins 37secs

As the match went into overtime, as ordered by Vince, Shawn and Jericho came out blazing away at each other, both realising their futures depended on it. Shawn had the advantage at first and Jericho tried some dirty tricks to get back in the swing of the action and almost got a pinfall with a 'Walls of Jericho' on Shawn once again, but this time Shawn wouldn't tap out, as he screamed in agony of this move he finally, after everything else made it to the ropes. Then Shawn in the last quarter of the 3rd minute of overtime, did something that the fans loved. He rolled Jericho up from behind and grabbed a hold of the ropes himself as the referee counted and didn't notice it, as he hit the mat for the third time and then called for the bell, awarding the pinfall, and victory of this gruelling match to 'HBK' Shawn Michaels.

Jericho: 3 Shawn: 4

Winners: 'HBK' Shawn Michaels

MR: 81.8%

MQ: 72.8%

OR: 90.0%

JR: "BAH GAWD, Shawn Michaels has won, The Heartbreak Kid will continue in the WWE. Look at the expression on Jericho's face, he can't believe he just lost this match, he put everything into it, and he's now forced to retire from this profession he loves, bah gawd what will happen for Jericho next, and what about Shawn, where will he go from here?"

The show closed on a close up of Jericho's face, as he was almost in tears cluthing his hair with his hands finally realising his career had come to an end.

Overall Rating: 60.8%

WWE Raw News Headlines:

8 Man Tag Match Advertised?

Advertisements for this week's Live Raw have advertised a special pre-show match before Raw goes Live for the fans in Texas.  Simon Dean, Chris Masters, Garrison Cade and Maven vs Rhyno, Val Venis, Tajiri and Khosrow Daivari  What is unusual about this is that Daivari has been named in the match, does this mean he will be returning to action in the company soon?  This was also added due to Heat being cancelled a few weeks back, and now looks like many superstars may be in fear for their jobs once again as Vince orders the finance to be cut even more due to low turn outs over the recent slump in Economy in the USA.

Major Star To Leave?

Speaking of Roster cuts, rumours are going around that one of the Major Stars of Raw is set to finish this week.  A new contract has not been offered to this mega superstar and he has told friends he is now looking elsewhere when it runs out on September 1st.  More news when we get it.

Controversy?

This week's episode of Raw has been advertised as Parental Guidance due to a scene which it is rumoured to have been filmed recently.  Many rumours have gone around stating that Triple H will be returning to Raw tonight, but an informant of the company has stated that a special segment was filmed recently featuring Shelton Benjamin and Triple H and the company is in fear of a backlash from this storyline.  Only time will tell if this is the case, and wether this will be shown on the episode when it is shown Live on Spike TV tonight.

WWE Raw

Live from Colorado

Monday 22nd August 2005

Attendance: 2,808

TV Audience: 777,150 viewers (down by 43,963)

The show kicked off with clips of last week's show. It showed Batista getting knocked out by Kane who got disqualified, and it also showed Muhammad Hassan beating Vince McMahon thanks to help from Damien of the Gathering to make his match against Matt Hardy in one weeks time. The credits rolled and pyros hit and we are live from Colorado for Raw.

JR: "Welcome to Raw, welcome to your number #1 show on Spike TV, and folks what a night we had last week, Muhammad Hassan beat Vince McMahon and will now face Matt Hardy for the Intercontinental Championship next week, also, Batista went through again but only after Kane knocked out the Animal using some brass knuckles which means tonight if Batista who is here can beat the last man, Damien, of the Gathering, then Batista will get his rematch against The Master Randy Orton next week live on a very special edition of Raw. **Eolution theme hits** But it looks like we are gonna be joined out here by Evolution, last week Triple H walked out on the group but has he returned this week is what I wanna know?"

Missing!

As Evolution's theme played, out walked three members of the group, Trish Stratus, Steven Richards and Ric Flair. Flair didn't look happy at coming out here as he lead the way down to the ring with no sign of Triple H in sight. They climbed inside as Flair took hold of a mic.

Flair: "Last week, my friend, and your real World Heavyweight Champion walked out of Raw and he hasn't been seen since. **pop** You think this is funny? Triple H, the Greatest Wrestler alive today has been missing for one whole week, neither I nor any other superstar has seen him since he drove off last week and it's all down to one man. Shelton Benjamin **POP**. Shelton, last week I showed the world that you can be beat, and Triple H thought I made him look a fool, he thought the Nature Boy did what he did to show him up, but Hunter, that's not the case and you know it. I love you man like a brother, your the reason I'm still in this business Hunter and I know you can realise that, you are the Greatest Wrestler Today that ever stepped foot in this ring **heat**. Hunter, I'm asking you, just pick up the phone, let us know your alright, if you want to be alone for a while that's fine, but just let us know you haven't done anything stupid. For the past two weeks Hunter, I've seen you lose it more than anyone I have known. More than any man alive in my whole life, you need help Hunter, and I am here for you. What you did to William Regal last week was more like a savaged animal tearing away at some piece of meat, I've never seen you like that EVER. Hunter, please, call us, or call someone, just let us know where you are, you know we need you, this whole company needs you, it won't be anything without you Hunter!"

OR: 86.8%

Flair Miss His Lover?

As Flair spoke, The Gathering's music hit and out walked The Hurricane, Rosey and Stacy Keibler to the top of the ramp. Hurricane held hold of a mic as he got ready to speak, with Steven, Trish and Flair looking unhappy at the intrusion stood in the ring.

Hurricane: "Holy Game, hold the front page, we have a missing person on our hands Rosey, everyone must stop what they are doing and search for the man known as Triple H, he can't be hard to find, greasy hair, limps a lot, acts wooden a lot, oh, and has a huge nose, wait, I've just heard over my Hurricycle that someone fitting that description was last seen in Disneyworld. No wait, Ric, he has been spotted talking to some guy with some strings attached to him, I heard his name is Pinnochio, I guess that must be his brother eh? WHATSUPWITDAT!"

Ric is fuming as he rips off his jacket and throws it down as Steven Richards and Trish try to calm him down.

Flair: "Listen up you two bit piece of garbage, you don't talk about the greatest wrestler alive today like that, when he comes back he'll show you just who's in charge around here, he'll wipe that smile right off your face."

Hurricane: "Listen up all my Hurricanites, your superhero tag team is offering a challenge, The Hurricane, his superhero partner Rosey, and the delightfull Mistress of Darkness Stacy Keibler, against you three in the ring, thats if your finished kissing Triple H's ass!"

Trish Stratus took the mic off Flair before he could speak.

Trish: "You want a match with us, you got it, because I know Triple H, and I have a feeling he will be back tonight, and when he does, you three will pay for what you said about him!"

Trish smiled along with Ric Flair and Steven Richards as Hurricane, Rosey and Stacy walked backstage.

OR: 73.6%

AS BREAKS

JR: "We are back and we are gonna kick the show off with a Tag Team match between four people who will be facing each other next week, Victoria will be teaming up with Matt Hardy while Ameera and 'The Great' Muhammad Hassan will be together, who will gain the advantage going into next week, let's check it out!"

Muhammad Hassan / Ameera vs Matt Hardy / Victoria

These four opponents tagged up once again to face each other, as Hardy and Hassan and both Victoria and Ameera meet each other next week with titles on the line.

Victoria was able to pick up a victory over Ameera for the first time as Hardy fought Hassan on the outside allowing Ameera to be distracted and Victoria to be able to set her up and hit a Widow's Peak on Ameera and cover for the pinfall.

After the match Hassan jumped back in the ring to check on Ameera as Victoria and Hardy celebrated up the ramp at their victory and slight edge over the challengers next week.

Winners: Victoria / Matt Hardy

MR: 71.4%

MQ: 65.9%

OR: 71.6%

Triple Threat Next Week!

Backstage we found Vince McMahon looking happy at just seeing Victoria beat Ameera as in burst Chris Benoit as he switched the tv off and turned to talk to him.

Vince: "Chris, glad you could drop by. I've been watching what's been going on these past few weeks and I've come up with a plan you may like. Ah, here they come now."

In walks both Christian and Edge as they look at each other and Benoit wondering whats going on.

Vince: "Now your all here, Christian, Edge, next week you both will be competing in a match to seal that Money In The Bank contract that Edge currently holds. Well, I've added someone else to this match, and it is now a Triple Threat Match. It will be, Christian vs Edge vs the other man who you both seem to be having problems with, Chris Benoit!"

Christian: "What are you talking about Vince, this is my opportunity, my chance to show my Peep's I am the best in this company!"

Edge: "Vince, your screwing with me like you have done before, this is my Contract Vince, I won it at Wrestlemania, and I shouldn't have to face anyone for it."

Benoit: "Shouldn't face anyone eh? Listen up, I've beaten you, and you Christian, you just got lucky on one night that's all, but next week, I don't care which of you it is, but one of you two, will TAP OUT!"

Edge, Christian and Benoit start arguing in the room when Vince stops them.

Vince: "SHUT UP all of you. **quiets down** Tonight, you three are all gonna be in action in the ring, in a Three Way Tag Team Match. Now I suggest you all go and get ready, because I'd say you have about, three minutes to find your tag team partner because your match is up next!"

Vince tells them to leave as they all rush out and go looking for their partners.

OR: 80.0%

Latest Condition!

After that, we goto JR at commentary who gives us the latest condition on William Regal who was savagely attacked last week by Triple H. He informs us that William Regal may be out for a while suffering internal injuries and broken ribs at the hands of The Game, and confirms that Triple H has not been seen since he drove off last week and they have no reports he will be here tonight!

OR: 51.2%

AD BREAKS

JR: "Welcome Back and as you heard before the break Christian, Edge and Chris Benoit will compete against each other for the Money In The Bank contract, but right now all three will be in tag team action against each other."

Three Way Tag Team Match:

Chris Benoit/Shelton Benjamin vs Christian/Robert Conway vs Edge/Gene Snitsky

Six men involved in this Three Way Tag Match, as Benoit and Edge kicked the match off, with Edge taking the early advantage and tagging with Snitsky well over their opponents.

Eventually it turned into an all out brawl as everyone got involved, and this allowed Chris Benoit to pick up a victory in the mess as he got Gene Snitsky locked into a Crippler Crossface and made him tap out to win the match.

Afterwards, as the others made their way back up the ramp, Christian, Edge and Benoit all stood in the ring and face to face with each other staring their opponents down for next week before officials came down to break it up as the fans didn't approve the stopping of anything that may take place.

Winners: Chris Benoit

MR: 77.6%

MQ: 78.4%

OR: 86.6%

Tonight's Challenge!

A video aired next showing moments of the past few weeks in Batista challenge to regain his World Heavyweight Championship. It shows Tyson Tomko and Rosey attacking him in the first week, then The Master Randy Orton hitting an RKO after he beat Hurricane, and last week Kane knocking him out using some brass knuckles. It advertised tonight's match, Batista vs Damien of the Gathering in his final challenge, and indicated if he won, he would meet The Master Randy Orton for the World Heavyweight Championship next week on Raw.

OR: 53.2%

Must Be Stopped!

Backstage in the locker room we found The Master Randy Orton speaking to Damein, as he held his belt over his shoulder.

Orton: "You don't understand me Damien, I can't face him, you have to do anything to stop him. I know how Batista's mind works, he's uncontrollable when he wants to be. I have a feeling that if I face him next week, I won't be coming out the World Heavyweight Champion."

Damien: "Don't worry about Batista, tonight he will meet the greatest power this company has ever known, and when I have finished with him, not only will he be a fraction of who he was, but he will be a beaten man. You will not have to defend that title I helped you capture, he will not get his hands on you ever again because the Gathering is stronger than he ever will be."

The Master Randy Orton doesn't look too happy still though as he runs his hand through his hair and looks down on the ground worried about defending his belt he beat Batista to capture.

OR: 71.2%

Face To Face!

After that, we go to a video moment of clips of both Jericho and Shawn Michaels in action, and then we see the video of tonight, the two will come face to face in the ring for the final time before they meet next week, where one man will be forced to retire.

OR: 59.0%

A Plan!

Elsewhere, we find Ric Flair and Trish Stratus talking in their locker room as Steven Richards enters.

Richards: "Whats' up guys, you ready for our match tonight?"

Flair: "Our match, listen up Stevie, I'm more worried about Triple H than any damn match we are in tonight, no one has seen him or heard from him since last week. No one knows where the hell he is."

Steven thinks for a moment, then reacts.

Richards: "Didn't I tell you?"

Trish: "Tell us what?"

Richards: "I thought I said, I spoke to Triple H on the phone, he said he'll be here tonight. **HEAT**"

Flair's face lights up as well as Trish's at hearing this great news.

Flair: "Your not joking right, you spoke to Hunter and he said he will be here tonight! WHOOOOOOO! I knew he would't let us down."

Richards: "Yep, that's what he said. Isn't it great news. Tonight Evolution will be back together."

Steven Richards places his hand around both Trish's and Ric Flair's shoulders as he smiles between them, both looking up at him angrily at him touching them both.

OR: 79.7%

I Like Black!

Backstage, we find Maria standing by with Kane who caused her a bit of trouble last week.

Maria: "Kane, tonight Damien will get to face Batista in his final challenge. After what you did last week to Batista, do you have any comments on what took place?"

Kane looks at Maria, smiling at her as he checks out her body.

Kane: "Your wearing black, my favourite colour."

Maria: "Yes, well, back to what I was asking, do you think Batista will win tonight?"

Kane: "Who cares, I care more about seeing much more of you, do you want to know a secret? Shhh, you mustn't tell anyone!"

Maria looks confused, but Kane moves his face to the mic and starts to whisper something to Maria.

Kane: "I like Dead People!" **Laughs in trademark Kane style**

Maria looks uncomfortable at what Kane is saying as she just walks off out of shot, leaving Kane staring at her walking down the corridor, Kane laughing slightly at what he just said to Maria.

OR: 51.2%

JR: "Maria really needs to be careful as it seems Kane has some fascination with her, but the huge news is that Steven Richards has confirmed that Triple H will be here tonight. Remember we last saw him driving off during last week's show, we hope to have more during the rest of tonight. But we are set for the final challenge for Batista, if he can beat Damien tonight, right now then he will get his title shot that he rightly deserves."

Gatherings Final Challenge:

Batista vs Damien

Damien came out alone decked in usual Gathering black outfit, as Batista made his entrance, his ribs bandaged up and a bruise on his jaw from the beating from Kane last week. The match got underway with Batista chasing Damien around the ring attempting to get to the Leader of the group.

After a while Damien was in control and he was about to take out Batista when Batista reversed and went for a clothesline of his own which Damien ducked and he took out the ref in the match. Damien then hit a low blow on Batista from behind as he checked on the ref, and made the cover but no one to count it.

At this point, out ran The Problem Solver, Tyson Tomko who ran down and slid in the ring, and Damien believing he was paid once again to help the group out but he wasn't. He turned on Damien, whipping him to the ropes and coming back with a huge boot to the face almost taking his head off. The Problem Solver then climbed out the ring and this allowed Batista to get to his feet and he started to turn into the Animal as he lost control and picked Damien up and hit a huge Batista Bomb followed by a cover as the ref just woke up in time, and started to count, one, two, three.

Batista picked up the victory as he raised his hands in victory when The Problem Solver climbed into the ring and pulled out a load of cash that had been handed to him, as he pointed to the screen which showed what took place earlier tonight, as we saw Vince McMahon pay The Problem Solver to take Damien out of the picture in the match tonight.

Batista smiled, when from the top of the ramp out walked the World Heavyweight Champion, The Master Randy Orton. He looked down on Batista who was calling for him to come to the ring as Orton looked on, but Orton just raised the title in the air still looking a little nervous about facing him next week, before he walked backstage leaving Batista to celebrate his victory, and his chance at regaining his title next week against The Master Randy Orton.

Winners: Batista

MR: 71.0%

MQ: 81.2%

OR: 77.8%

Evolution vs Gathering!

After the match, we see a video of the 6 Inter-Gender Match coming up next after the break, with clips from the top of the show with Hurricane challenging Evolution to the match.

OR: 53.4%

AD BREAKS

JR: "Batista has done it, next week he will meet The Master Randy Orton for the title, but right now, Evolution will go up against three members of the Gathering. So far we still haven't had confirmation that Triple H has arrived, we'll soon find out though, let's go to Lillian in the ring."

Six Person Inter-Gender Match:

Stacy Keibler, Hurricane & Rosey vs Trish Stratus, Ric Flair & ??

First out came the Gathering, Hurricane and Rosey followed by Stacy Keibler as they made their way down to the ring, the music then hit of Evolution and out walked Ric Flair dressed for action in his robe, and Trish Stratus as they walked down to the ring with no sign of any partner. They climbed inside and got ready waiting for their tag team partner.

Suddenly, the music hit 'Its time to play the Game' and the fans gave a small pop as they awaited the arrival of Triple H. Flair was going crazy at the music, knowing Triple H was back, as they awaited the arrival. Then the curtain moved and out walked Triple H from the top as he stood at the top of the ramp, the lights dark as he took a drink of water and poured some over his head, and started to walk down the ramp when suddenly, Flair's face turned.

The lights came up as we saw none other than Steven Richards walking down the aisle dressed as Triple H, complete with wig and a huge false nose carrying a water bottle. He made his way down and around the ring, as The Gathering laughed at what was happening. Richards moved around to the side and took a drink of water before he threw the bottle into the crowd and climbed onto the ring apron. He stood waiting, and on cue he spat some water up into the air and posed before looking back in front of him as the camera focused in on his face. He climbed inside and walked to the corner and climbed the turnbuckle doing the trademark Triple H pose once again as Flair stood in disbelief at what was happening.

Richards climbed back down and moved to his corner as Flair went over and looked at him, like he couldn't still believe what he was seeing he then started asking Richards what he was doing as the fans were popping for this gimmick Richards had come out as.

The match eventually got underway as Flair and Rosey started off, and Evolution dominated the match throughout using quick tags and dirty tricks to stay in front. Stacy and Trish eventually got involved and Stacy started to take it to Trish stunning her with her wrestling knowledge and the two eventually went outside the ring as the ref lost control of them two.

Hurricane and Richards still dressed as Triple H carried the match on as Flair walked around and took care of Rosey, as Richards was able to pick up the victory for his team as he set Hurricane up and was able to hit a Pedigree on Hurricane for the cover and pinfall to win the match.

After, as Stacy, Hurricane and Rosey made their way up the ramp, Evolution members Trish, Richards and Flair stood in the ring, Flair still arguing with Richards over what he came out as, before we headed to our final break.

Winners: Steven Richards

MR: 71.7%

MQ: 55.0%

OR: 64.8%

AD BREAKS

One Week Remaining!

As we return we find Jim Ross stood in the ring which is carpeted out and two chairs placed inside, as Jim Ross gets ready to welcome the two men who will risk their careers next week Live on Raw.

JR: "Ladies and Gentleman, boys and girls, I am proud to stand in this ring and welcome out two men, two Superstars of this company who next week will face each other, they will be two men, two men risking everything they have in their lives in one brutal and enduring match. First, I would like to bring out the man who has been a Legend in this company for almost 20 years, a man who accepted the challenge laid before him and who next week will not back down from anyone, ladies and gentleman, please welcome, THE HEARTBREAK KID, SHAWN MICHAELS."

The music hit to a nice pop from the fans, and out walked the man himself, Shawn Michaels. He walked out posing for the fans before he took a few steps down and stopped, got down on his knees and prayed as the pyros hit behind him before he jumped up and walked down to the ring before he climbed inside and posed in the ring as he then shook hands with Jim Ross and moved to sit down on one of the stools placed there, picking up the mic waiting for him.

JR: "Now, I would like to bring out the challenger. A man who since he debuted on Raw several years ago now has done it all, he has been a World Tag Team Champion, he has been a numerous Intecontinental Champion, and he was the first and only Undisputed Champion in the company. He is known to all his Jerichoholics as the King of Ayatolah, please give it up for Chris Jericho."

The countdown starts before it reaches it's destination and the pyros hit as we then see Chris Jericho with his back to the camera in position at the top of the ramp. He then swings around and walks down the ramp stopping and showing his muscle to the fans before he continues, and climbs up the steps to continue his trademark entrance outside the ring. He then climbed through the ropes and inside as he just walked over and sat down on the stool picking up the mic beforehand.

JR: "Now both of you are here, there are many questions people will want to ask, but we don't have a lot of time, so I am gonna ask what are probably the most important ones, and let's start with you first Chris, what made you think of what is one of the most brutal and most enduring matches, as well as the one match that can end not only your opponents but your own career?"

Jericho: "You wanna know why I came up with this match, one of the biggest matches of my career. I came up with it because just like every damn Canadian, we are getting sick of listening to that man, that so called Showstopper go on and on and on about how he screwed Bret Hart, and how he screwed Canada. I'm sick and tired of hearing him moan about how he says hes the best in the company, and yet he was never the Undisputed Champion. There is one final reason I came up with this match, and that was because I wanted him gone, I needed to come up with something to finally rid this company of this disease he has become. The only match that I could think of was to force him to retire, to make him realise he would no longer be able to come out here and pretend hes God, when he isn't of course, and think hes the biggest superstar on Raw, when he's actually just the biggest Jackass ever!"

JR: "Well, Shawn, we come to you next. What made you decide to accept Jericho's challenge to a Retirement match in the first place, you have had a great career in this company and there is a chance that this may be your final appearance in the WWE?"

HBK: "You know, many people have come to this company, and a lot have tried to take my crown, but you know what they all have in common, they couldn't do it. Everyone of those men that came up against The Heartbreak Kid couldn't take up the challenge, and I feel that is just what Jericho is, he's the same as all the others. They are all talk, but when it comes down to it, when it's about being in action no one can match the Showstopper. Now Jericho can come out, and he can challenge me to a Retirement Match, he can challenge me to any match but he needs to understand, that I don't back down from anyone. Next week, me and him will get in this ring, but only one man will walk out, and that will be me."

JR: "One more question for each of you, and Chris, we want to know why you choose one of the most gruelling matches, a Sixty Minute Ironman Match as well in this Retirement Clause?"

Jericho: "JR, I choose this match because I want to impact as much pain and suffering I can on this man, I not only want to beat the living hell out of him, but I want to make sure I end his career for good. If the Retirement don't finish him, then this match will. It's all about Pain, plain and simple, I'm gonna hurt Shawn so much that he is gonna wish he never took part in this match, he's gonna wish he never accepted my challenge and I promise you Shawn, that when this match is over, when it's all said and done, when I have my hand raised in victory, you won't be able to walk out of that arena alive, in front of your own fans, your home town, you are gonna be made a fool Shawn!"

JR: "Shawn, you accepted this match, and although at first you weren't aware it would be a Sixty Minute Ironman Match, but I know like all these fans do that you won't go down without a fight, are you mentally and physically prepared for this match?"

HBK: "Some say, it's the most gruelling match in history, I've been in the lot, the Steel Cage, the Hell in the Cell, even the Elimination Chamber, but sixty minutes of non-stop action, thats another matter. Am I mentally prepared, yes I think I am, I believe in my heart that I am ready for this challenge, am I physically prepared, well, maybe ten years back down the line, I would have been in a much fitter state, my body wouldn't be going through all the aches every night, but I do know, like all these fans and you do JR, that I will fight to the bitter end. You can knock me down, you can take me out, but the one thing that always will remain, is that The Showstopper, the Heartbreak Kid will always bounce back. Next week, we will see just who has the heart to be a winner."

JR: "Well there we have it folks, next week, Shawn Michaels, Chris Jericho, two Superstars, two Legends of Wrestling will be taking part in a Sixty Minute Ironman match, and the loser, will have to retire from Wrestling forever."

The scene closed as we saw Shawn and Jericho stand up and walk face to face with each other. The intensity in their eyes as they stared each other down as the show ended on a close up of them both.

OR: 87.2%

Overall Rating: 60.8%

WWE Raw News Headlines:

Raw Special?

The WWE today have started advertising next weeks Raw which will be a special 2h 30mins edition.  The Main Event will feature a 60minute Ironman Match, where the loser will be forced to retire from wrestling between Chris Jericho and Shawn Michaels.  Also Matt Hardy will take on 'The Great' Muhammad Hassan for the Intercontinental Championship, and Ameera will face Victoria for the Women's Championship.

WWE Raw

Live from Connecticut

Monday 15th August 2005

Attendance: 4,437

TV Audience: 821,113 viewers (up by 134,445)

The show kicked off with clips of last week's show. It showed Batista once again being attacked after he beat Hurricane, and Muhammad Hassan attacking Vince McMahon. The credits then hit and we are live from Connecticut.

JR: "Welcome to Raw folks, tonight we have a huge night planned, Batista who for the second week running was attacked after his match this time by Randy Orton tonight goes up against the Beast Kane, while after what happened last week on Raw, Vince McMahon, Chairman of the company will go up against 'The Great' Muhammad Hassan. **Evolution theme hits** But it looks like Evolution are coming out here to kick the show off."

Punk A** Kid!

Evolution's theme plays as out walks two members, Ric Flair and Triple H who stand at the top of the ramp, before making their way down, Flair with a smile on his face, while Triple H looked furious with anger at what was happening to him. They made their way to the steps and Flair climbed inside while Triple H followed and climbed through the ropes and got in the ring, Flair going to pick up a mic which was handed to Triple H when he was ready to speak.

HHH: "There comes a time in everyones life, when you look back on what you have achieved, you look back at your richness in your life and you smile at the things that made you a man. Well, LET ME TELL YOU THAT AIN'T GONNA HAPPEN TONIGHT! That Kid, that Punk who keeps screwing me over just like all you fans who hate me when you don't even know me, all you sick freaks in this audience who boo me when you know I am the ONE PERSON, the ONE DAMN PERSON IN THIS INDUSTRY, who keeps Raw alive today. **Heat as Flair tells him to cool down** Naitch, tonight the mood is changing, tonight, I am putting you in a match against that Punk Kid Shelton Benjamin, because I want you to see just how good he thinks he is. The past few weeks he has beaten me **POP**, that's right he beat me, and I don't take that sitting down, that Punk will pay for his crimes against Evolution, and I will make him pay for what he has done to me. At this moment, I don't care about the title, I don't care about Randy Orton being Champion, what I do care about is getting back what has been taken from me, and that is where you come in Shelton, if I were you, I'd watch your back every moment of your stinking life, because pretty soon, I'm gonna do something to you, that YOU WILL NEVER FORGET!"

As he said that, music hit and out walked William Regal to the top of the ramp holding a mic and dressed for action.

Regal: "My dear boy, I think you need to calm down a bit, your getting your knickers in a twist. **POP as Triple H looks angrily at being interupted** Now, I am here tonight to wrestle, and it seems Vince hasn't got any opponent for me to be in the ring with, and seems I heard you grandfather there in the ring with you is going up against a friend of mine Shelton Benjamin, I thought, why not come out here and challenge you Triple H to a match right now."

HHH: "You want a match with me, YOU WANT TO FACE THE GAME!"

Regal: "Are you going a trifle deaf in your old age dear boy?"

HHH: "Be careful what you wish for William, because if you step in this ring, it may be the last time you get to walk out of here!"

Regal: "You have a bad attitude Triple H, and I think I have the cure, ME!"

William Regal drops the mic and walks down to the ring as Triple H removes his jacket and gets ready to face Regal one on one in action next.

OR: 73.6%

AD BREAKS

JR: "We're set folks, Triple H and William Regal have already started this match, let's goto the action."

Triple H vs William Regal

The match was already under way as we returned from the break, with William Regal in control of the match, and Ric Flair stood on the outside cheering on his Evolution teammate. Regal ducked down as he whipped Triple H to the ropes and made the costly mistake, as Triple H returned and hit Regal with a knee lift knocking Regal back. Triple H then was able to set up Regal as he kicked him in the gut and then connected with a Pedigree. Regal was out as Triple H just stood looking down on his beaten opponent.

Instead of covering though, Triple H climbed out the ring and looked at the fans shouting at his face about losing to Shelton which made him more and more angry, he then looked under the ring and pulled out his trusty sledgehammer as he took hold of it, and climbed back in the ring. The referee went to stop him, but Triple H just grabbed him and threw him over the top rope and out the ring. He then lifted the hammer up and smashed it down on William Regal who screamed out in agony as Ric Flair climbed in the ring.

Triple H continued though, as he brought the hammer down time and time again, smashing it against almost every part of Regal's body including his legs as he held them in pain. Flair looked on seeing his friend out of control as he went forward and tried stopping Triple H from beating down on Regal. He eventually stopped Triple H who stopped and looked at his friend, not giving any emotion away but anger before he dropped the sledgehammer and just climbed out the ring. Flair looked down on the carnage in the ring of Regal as medics and officials climbed in to help, before he climbed out and followed Triple H up the ramp and away.

Winners: William Regal

MR: 73.6%

MQ: 64.2%

OR: 74.4%

JR: "Bah Gawd, what are you doing Triple H, your out of control."

Beast vs Monster Tonight!

After the match, we went backstage where we found Maria standing by stood next to the Beast Kane who is looking down on her smiling.

Maria: "I'm standing by with one man who tonight will be going up against the Animal Batista. Kane, for the past two weeks you and your teammates have beaten Batista, and yet he keeps coming back the next week, what do you think of that!"

Kane looks down on Maria, smiling and starts running some of her hair through his fingers.

Kane: "You have wonderful hair, the kind I like, nice and smooth."

Maria looks a bit disturbed about his reaction, as she tried again.

Maria: "Thank you, I think. Kane, your facing Batista tonight, do you have anything to say about it?"

Kane then moves his head down and smells Maria's hair.

Kane: "Your hair smells like Death, I like that in my women, are you scared Maria, I can smell your fear."

Maria: "Hmmm, I think that's all we have time for right now, bye!"

Maria then walks off looking scared at Kane's fascination with her.

OR: 70.6%

Main Event Tonight!

A video aired next showing what took place last week, between Vince McMahon and 'The Great' Muhammad Hassan. It ended with clips of Hassan locking in a Camel Clutch on Vince, followed by a preview of tonight indicating the Main Event as both these men will meet in the ring, with Hassan getting an Intercontinental Title shot in two weeks time if he beats Vince.

OR: 58.1%

JR: "As you just saw, tonight Vince McMahon will face 'The Great' Muhammad Hassan in our Main Event. Hassan must win to get a title shot in two weeks time, but Vince will be looking to stop him at all costs after he attacked him last week on Raw, but coming up right now, three women will get a chance to compete for the Women's Championship in two weeks against Victoria, let's goto the ring."

Number #1 Contender Triple Threat Match:

Stacy Keibler vs Trish Stratus vs Ameera w/ Hassan

This number #1 Contenders match was watched by Victoria along with Jim Ross at the commentators booth. Stacy and Trish got it on straight away as Ameera stood by and let them get to it as both got into a catfight with each other. Trish almost got a pin on Stacy only for Ameera to break it up as Trish and Ameera then went eye to eye, Ameera pushed Trish back as she fell over a waiting Stacy who rolled her up and almost got another pinfall but Ameera once again broke it up.

The match went on for a few more minutes with both Stacy and Trish teaming up to attack Ameera with Hassan stood at ringside. It got turned around though as Trish then attacked Stacy and sent her out the ring as she landed on her leg, seemingly hurting herself as the ref jumped outside to check on her. This allowed Hassan to climb in the ring and he challenged Trish who looked at him, but she then slapped him in the face as he began pushing her, but he got his revenge as he hit her back to some good heat from the fans and then hit an Inverted STO on Trish before sliding out. Ameera moved over and covered as Hassan ran around to get the ref's attention and he slid in and made the three count awarding the victory to Ameera raising her hand in victory.

'The Great' Muhammad Hassan and Ameera then celebrated in the ring before making their way off, leaving Stacy to be checked over for her injured leg and Trish checked for her attack by Hassan.

Winners: Ameera

MR: 66.5%

MQ: 44.5%

OR: 57.8%

AD BREAKS

Arrival!

A clip showed next of what just took place earlier tonight, as we saw Batista once again arrive in the parking lot and make his way into the arena carrying his wrestling gear, and holding his bruised ribs after attacks two weeks running by The Gathering.

OR: 70.8%

JR: "Earlier tonight, Batista arrived at the arena and he is still not fully recovered from the injuries he has picked up from the last two weeks of beatings the Gathering have forced on him, well sit back and relax if you can now everyone. The Beast will meet the Monster, Kane will take on Batista and remember Batista must win to qualify through once again and face Randy Orton, the World Heavyweight Champion. It's live NOW."

The Gatherings Challenge:

Batista vs Kane

These two monsters started off brawling all over the ring and outside as the ref lost control of the action but just let them get to it.

Kane took advantage and he almost picked up the victory as he set Batista up with a Tombstone, only for Batista to somehow reverse it, as he flipped Kane over and landed on his feet with Kane now upside down, and then moved him up over his shoulder as he ran and hit a running powerbomb on Kane.

Batista then went crazy, doing his Warrior move on the ropes banging them before he turned and gave the thumbs up to thumbs down on Kane. He picked him up, and got set as he placed him ready, but Kane had other ideas, as he then raised his arm and hit Batista with a low blow to some heat from the fans. Batista dropped to his knees in pain as Kane got to his feet happy at what just took place, with the referee calling for the bell disqualifying Kane for an Illegal move on Batista but he didn't seem to care.

Kane moved out and grabbed a bag from under the ring as he climbed back in, and opened the bag to take out a pair of what seemed like brass knuckles. He placed them on his hand as Batista started to climb to his feet, and Kane ran forward and connected with Batista's face with a right swing of his hand smashing against him. Batista dropped down like a tree trunk out cold as Kane stood above, laughing at what he just did.

Winners: Batista (via DQ)

MR: 67.7%

MQ: 73.0%

OR: 72.9%

JR: "Damn you Kane, damn all of you in the Gathering, you have once again shown that you don't care about anyone. Look at Batista, he is down and out for the third week running, but I tell you this, it won't stop him Randy, you can beat him down and you can do everything you want to him, but this man has a heart for fighting, and he will be coming for you Randy, you can count on that."

'The Greatness' Of Hassan!

Backstage we found Maria once again standing by, this time standing alongside 'The Great' Muhammad Hassan and Ameera.

Maria: "I'm standing by now with one of tonight's superstars who will be in our Main Event. Muhammad, ...!"

'The Great' Muhammad Hassan cuts her off as he looks at her and Ameera pulls the mic from her hand and starts shouting in Maria's face.

Ameera: "How dare you speak down to this man, how dare you even look at this man when you should be down on your knees worshipping him. **Hassan smiles at these comments** When you are in the front of Greatness, you worship them, you speak to them like you would any Royalty, you get down on your knees and thank him for allowing you to be in his presence. You do not call him by his first name, you call him by his rightfull title he holds, 'The Great' Muhammad Hassan. Do you understand me you ditzy blonde, no you don't because you have no respect for who we are, so I suggest you go away now and don't come back before I make you pay the price."

Maria wonders off crying at what Ameera just did to her before Ameera looks at the camera and speaks.

Ameera: "Tonight, just like I have achieved the first part of our goal when I beat both Stacy Keibler and Trish Stratus single handedly, **heat**, tonight you will all get down and worship the man who will soon be your Intercontinental Champion, the man who will soon be the one who beats your so called American Vince McMahon. This man who you all follow and worship like sheep will be put in his place, for he is not in the same category as the man I am about to introduce. It is my pleasure, to allow to you in your homes, the saviour of this company, 'The Great' Muhammad Hassan."

Ameera hands over the mic to Hassan who thanks her for those kind words.

Hassan: "It has been written in stone, that tonight 'The Great' Muhammad shall walk forward and take his first step into doing what many have failed. Tonight, Vince McMahon will get down on his knees just like all you people here tonight, and everyone watching at home, you all shall worship ME! **HEAT** The match that will take place tonight, will be one that all my followers will remember, it will be one moment in the history of the 'Greatest' Arab-American to have ever stepped foot in this country. **heat** You American's will soon come to learn that we are peace loving people, my brothers and sisters will join us in force when soon I will become the first ever Arab-American Champion in this country. Tonight is a wonderful moment in the name of Muhammad, and I shall prevail through the darkness that your country throws in my way, and I shall walk tall and finally prove to everyone, that you are witnessing 'Greatness' in that ring!"

Hassan then does his prayer trademark as Ameera smiles at him.

OR: 74.0%

Don't Make Me Angry!

Backstage elsewhere we found Triple H and Ric Flair standing in their locker room. Flair was getting ready for his match next as Triple H walked back and forth in the locker room, almost talking to himself.

Flair: "Man, you have to calm down. Look at you, your losing it Hunter, do you know that."

Triple H just continues walking up and down still mumbling to himself lowly as Flair can't understand what he is saying.

Flair: "You know what, you wait back here, I have a match next, you sit here and see how a Great Champion shows you what to do to Shelton Benjamin on behalf of Evolution."

Flair then walks out the room as Triple H stops walking. He lifts his head to look at the wall in front of him, then he turns it to look back at the door Flair just walked out through, with a face of anger and showing frustration at what Flair just said to him.

OR: 82.1%

AD BREAKS

JR: "Welcome back, and we are all set for a great match up now. Shelton Benjamin who has beaten Triple H on every occassion so far is now going up against the dirtiest player in the game, Ric Flair. Can Ric Flair do what Triple H has been unable to, right now on Raw."

Shelton Benjamin vs Ric Flair

Shelton Benjamin got a good pop as he came out, but not as big as Ric Flair who still got a big reaction on his entrance as he made his way down and got the referee to open the ropes for him to climb through.

As the match got started, Shelton moved to the center of the ring and placed his hand out to shake Flair's hand in respect, but as Flair went to shake it, Shelton pulled his back and ran it over his head in trademark Flair style which upset the former sixteen time world champion. Shelton then attempted the Flair strut, which really got to Flair who stopped him, and told him this is how it's done, as Flair then showed Shelton how you do the Flair strut and ended with a whoooo remark at the end but turned to be met by a clothesline which kicked the match off.

The match was good, with lots of high spots and comedy moments including a typical Flair getting his pants pulled down slightly walking around showing his backside. Shelton had the match won almost as he sent Flair to the corner and moved away as he ran in and hit a splash on Flair, something of which he was used to by former wcw champion Sting.

Shelton waited as Flair staggered out and he went to hit a T-Bone when out of nothing Flair poked Shelton in the eyes which stunned him, and Flair rolled Shelton up from behind and put his legs on the ropes as the ref counted not seeing this and made the three count.

Flair quickly got down and rolled out the ring and raised his arms as the ref jumped out with him and awarded the victory to Ric Flair. Shelton was unhappy in the ring but smiled down at Flair who started to strut up the ring in style at beating this kid.

Winners: Ric Flair

MR: 78.3%

MQ: 68.8%

OR: 82.3%

Smashing!

Backstage after the match we found Triple H looking at the monitor of what just took place out in the ring. His anger showing through his face at seeing Ric Flair beat Shelton Benjamin, who Triple H has been unable to since his arrival. Triple H looked on at the tv screen before he switched it off and turned away for a minute, before he snapped and threw a punch which smashed into the TV as he flipped himself back around, his hand smashing directly through the screen shattering glass everywhere. He brought his hand out as it was covered in spots of blood at what he just did but he didn't react to what he just did as if he didn't care about what pain he was in.

OR: 79.5%

Two Weeks To Retirement!

After the moment, we were shown a video of the past few weeks of Chris Jericho and Shawn Michaels in action, as we saw Jericho challenge Shawn to a match in two weeks time now, a Retirement Sixty Minutes Ironman Match. It ended with the announcement that both men would be on Raw Live next week in the ring to talk about their upcoming match.

OR: 63.0%

Naitch, Don't Push Me!

After the video we saw Triple H walk out of his dressing room and make his way towards the arena doors when Flair came strutting around the corner of the corridor and he called out to Hunter. Triple H just carried on though as Flair ran after him shouting his name before he caught up with him outside the arena as Triple H stood putting his luggage in the boot of the car, his hand still bleeding from what he did moments before. Flair caught up with him and stood outside next to Hunter.

Flair: "Did you see that, The Nature Boy still has it, I am the Man! WHOOOOOOO!"

Triple H just carries on putting his bags in the boot of the car, as Flair looks on.

Flair: "Where are you going man, what the hell happened to your hand?"

Triple H finished putting the bags in his car and closed the boot, before he turned to look at Flair.

HHH: "I'm getting out of here Ric, I've had it, you don't even know what you did do you?"

Flair "**Looking confused** What you talking about man?"

HHH: "Out there, you don't know what you did?"

Flair: "I just beat that Punk Kid Shelton Benjamin, Evolution rules once again Hunter!"

HHH: "NO NAITCH, You beat Shelton Benjamin, YOU BEAT HIM, not me, do you know what that makes me look like? Do you have any idea what that does to people's respect of who I am? I was the Game, I WAS THE BEST DAMN WRESTLER IN THIS COMPANY, and now look, that Punk ass Kid beats me, not once, not twice, BUT A NUMBER OF TIMES, and then you go out there and you beat him one, two, three. That makes me look a fool Naitch, but you go back inside and celebrate your win with your friends. I'm leaving here, and I don't know when I will be back, so go and enjoy yourself Naitch, your now in charge."

Flair: "In Charge, what you mean I'm in charge, Your the leader of Evolution Hunter, your the Man. **Triple H just ignores him and climbs into his car before he starts it up** Hunter, don't leave like this, YOUR THE GREATEST WRESTLER TODAY HUNTER!"

Triple H just drives off down the road narrowly missing a car coming up behind him which beeps his horn at Hunter's car as Ric Flair looks on at Hunter driving away.

OR: 79.5%

America The Beautiful!

After the outside incident, we went back inside where Vince McMahon was walking out his dressing room as Coach stood by waiting to speak to him about his match next.

Coach: "Mr McMahon, could I have a few words."

Vince: "I suppose you could, the word suck up usually springs to mind when your around Coach."

Coach gives off a half smile at this insult to him by Vince before he goes to ask questions to Vince.

Coach: "I mean about your match next, you are facing one of the most unique, and the only unpinned man on Raw in years, are you prepared for tonight?"

Vince: "Prepared, son I was born prepared, they say before I was born, I was already punching and kicking inside my mothers womb because I couldn't wait to get in action. Now tonight, it's not about being prepared, it's about showing this man just who he is messing with. And he's not messing with Vince McMahon."

Coach: "He's not?!" **Looking confused**

Vince: "No, he's messing with something much bigger than me, in fact it's so big, that even the almighty Vince can't beat it. He's dealing with a power that's stronger than anything he has ever faced before, and do you know what that is Coach?"

Coach: "**Looking quizical** Hmm, your home town?"

Vince: "My home town, where have you got your ass Coach, I suggest you remove it from my ass before you regret it **POP**, I am talking about the one thing that brings these people together, the one thing that will walk on through hatred and whatever anyone throws at it, IM TALKING ABOUT OUR GREAT NATION AMERICA!" **POP**

Vince then walks off smiling as Coach stands shaking his head at this comment.

OR: 84.4%

AD BREAKS

JR: "We are back from our final break folks, and we are set for a huge Main Event. Vince McMahon has promised he will not let the country down by beating that piece of garbage who comes out here and attacks out great nation, 'The Great' Muhammad Hassan. Vince, we are all behind you in this match, do us proud, DO US PROUD!"

Intercontinental Title Shot If Hassan Wins:

Vince McMahon vs 'The Great' Muhammad Hassan

'The Great' Muhammad Hassan came out to some huge heat from the fans accompanied by Ameera. He stood at the top of the ramp looking around at some flags being waved before he turned and spat down on American soil once more. He and Ameera then made their way down the ramp and as Ameera climbed inside, Hassan did his trademark prayer entrance before he climbed in and joined her. Hassan and Ameera stood in the ring awaiting the arrival of his opponent.

As fans waited, and Lillian announced Vince, suddenly the National Anthem played, 'America The Beautiful' as out walked in full American costume of red, white and blue walked Vince McMahon to a huge pop from the fans as Hassan looked on in anger with Ameera at what he felt as mocking him by wearing this outfit. Vince strutted his way down to the ring in typical Vince swagger and stomped his way up the steps before he climbed inside. He then moved over and took hold of the mic from Lillian who stayed in the ring.

Vince: "Tonight, it's all about giving back, you come out here week after week and spread your crap about how this country hates you, well let me tell you something. This country doesn't give a damn who the hell you are. Your in my town now boy, and now you are gonna have to pay the price for your crimes against this company. And to start it off, I think we should hear something don't you fans **pop**, how about we hear the real National Anthem sung by our very own Lillian Garcia."

Vince hands the mic back to Lillian who is told to sing the Anthem as the music plays. Lillian sings as Hassan goes mad and tries blocking the music and words out by holding his hands to his ears in disgust at this along with Ameera who is telling Lillian to shut up but she continues, and the whole song is sang through before Vince thanks her and she makes her way out the ring.

Ameera then climbs outside as Hassan and Vince move forward and meet face to face, Hassan's eyes bulging out almost looking at this American man stood before him. Hassan then lays the first strike, slapping Vince across the face which staggers the chairman. Vince retaliates by then slapping Hassan across the face as he moves back in reaction to the slap. He rubs his face as he looks back at Vince in disgust at this action and he goes to attack but Vince is ready as he punches Hassan sending him down to the mat to a pop from the fans as the match got finally underway.

Vince took a beating to Hassan all around the ring as he dominated the match. Vince should have won the match had it not been for his slight arrogance, as he hit a Stunner on Hassan and he could have pinned him but he didn't as he picked him up again and gave the Austin two finger salute to the delight of the fans hit another Stunner on Hassan who bounced back and out through the ropes to the outside of the ring. Vince looked on and posed for the fans as the ref moved to check on Hassan outside the ring. Ameera came running around to help him as he struggled to see where he was.

Suddenly from under the ring, out came Damien, as he slid in behind Vince. Vince didn't know about it until he turned around and went face to face with his so-called son. Vince looked up and down Damien, before he insulted him as he gave him the finger before Damien then out of nothing hit an R-K-O on Vince before he slid out the ring. Damien ran around the ring and helped Hassan climb back inside as he told the ref to get in there.

Hassan shook off his assault, and waited for Vince to stand up before he got it set, and hit Vince with an Inverted STO and covered. The referee got down and counted as the fans gave their reaction to what was taking place as the hand hit the mat for the last time and the referee called for the bell awarding the victory and now the chance to face Matt Hardy for the Intercontinental Championship in two weeks time.

Winners: 'The Great' Muhammad Hassan

MR: 77.4%

MQ: 59.0%

OR: 74.2%

JR: "Damn you Damien, damn you for costing America this match. Look at Muhammad's smile, he looks like he just won the World belt, well Hassan, it's not over yet, you still have to go up against Matt Hardy, and I'll be damned if he will let you win that belt without a fight."

Love Me Daddy!

After the match, Damien climbed inside and raised 'The Great' Muhammad Hassan's hand in victory over Damien's alleged father Vince McMahon. Hassan and Ameera then made their way up the ramp and backstage, leaving Damien in the ring with Vince who was laying out on the mat still. Damien took hold of a mic as he got down on his stomach and looked at Vince who was just coming around from the defeat.

Damien: "Daddy, my sweet loving father, the man who made me who I am. How does it feel Vince, how does it feel to look your own flesh and blood in the eyes and know that he hates you more than anyone else in this world. Does it feel good, do you like it daddy, I've waited so long so show you who I am, to gain some revenge on you for what you have done to me, all I wanted was some Love Daddy, but you wouldn't give it. You murdered me Vince, you thought I had gone, but I wasn't gone, I was just in hiding, waiting, waiting for that one moment when I knew I could take advantage, that one split second that helped me escape from where I was. That asylum you put me in Vince, it didn't hurt me, in fact it helped me, when I acted out and they strapped me in, and pushed that switch so thousands of volts of electricity would run through my body, I enjoyed it Vince, I enjoyed it more than anything I have ever had. The feeling of power, the feeling that I was unbeatable, and tonight I have shown you once again Vince, you don't understand your part in my plans. This isn't about revenge, sweet old revenge, oh now, this is much more, this is more than you could ever dream of. Soon Vince, soon you will see what you have done, and you shall worship the Lord of Darkness just like all these sheep worship you now. Soon Vince, you will understand your part in history!"

Damien then stood up and looked down on his father Vince, smiling at what he just said as the camera shot finished on a shot of both Vince laying out in the ring, and Damien stood above.

OR: 85.0%

Overall Rating: 74.2%

@ Tristan Kancer: Unfortunately I have never read The Oracle from Naiwf's diary, so if mine is similar I guess is just coincidence, I haven't copied in anyway.

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WWE Raw News Headlines:

Heat Gone?

The WWE today confirmed that as of this moment, Sunday Night Heat has been cancelled by the TV Company.  No explanation has been released by either company, but now Raw on Monday Nights is the only Main show for this brand of the WWE now.  It is not known if this will involve the releasing of more superstars who's appearance usually was only on Sunday Night Heat.

WWE Raw

Live from Oklahoma

Monday 8th August 2005

Attendance: 4,759

TV Audience: 686,668 viewers (down by 152,518)

The show kicked off with clips of last week's show. It kicked off with Tomko and Rosey's attack on Batista, before we saw Shawn Michaels and Chris Jericho sign their contract, before Shawn hit Vince by accident with some Sweet Chin Music..

JR: "Welcome everyone to Raw, we are coming to you live from my home state of Oklahoma, and I am proud to welcome you to another great edition of Monday Night Raw. Folks, what a night we have planned for you. Last week Batista got through his first match in the challenge set by The Gathering when he beat Rosey, but that was only by Disqualification after The Problem Solver turned up and attacked Batista as The Master paid him to do. Also, Chris Jericho and Shawn Michaels have signed the contract and will meet in three weeks time on Raw, in a Sixty Minute Ironman Retirement Match, unfortunately Shawn is not with us this week after he accidentaly knocked out Vince McMahon who has suspended him for one week, **Music hits** But it looks like we are gonna be joined out here by someone who is now calling himself one of the 'Great's of Raw."

Biased!

As the music played, the fans gave some huge heat as out walked from behind the curtain, 'The Great' Muhammad Hassan and Ameera. They stood at the top of the ramp looking around at this hatred towards them as Hassan turned and spat down on American soil before they made their way to the ring. Ameera climbed in the ring as Hassan posed on the outside in his trademark Prayer pose before he joined her inside who by now had hold of a mic as the boo's continued down on these two superstars.

Ameera: "Last week, I was robbed, I was cheated of becoming your Women's Champion because of one reason, one reason that you all know and believe, and that's because I am an Arab-American just like this Great Man standing in this ring. **heat** I clearly won that match against Victoria, and that referee awarded the victory and that title to me, yet because of an American **pop**, because one of your very own made some little complaint then I was stripped of becoming the Women's Champion. Matt Hardy **POP** had no right to interfere in that match, just like America has no right to interfere in any other country **HEAT as chants of USA start up** Where is the justice, where is the rules that say the referee's decision is final, that suddenly got changed, that was altered because I won that match, and this company do not want someone like me to be a champion."

Ameera hands the mic over to Hassan who takes over.

Hassan: "This company just like every American has finally proved what we always said, that you are nothing more than a Racist. **heat** You went back on your decision when this Princess captured the title that she deserved. Last week she won that belt, but because she is associated with me, because she has now come out and realised what this nation stands for, then she is looked down upon like I have ever since I appeared on Raw. My challenge I made not long ago still has not been accepted, I have asked any Champion of Raw to accept my match, and yet no one, not one worthy winner will face me because they do not want to be in the same ring as someone who is 'Great' like me. I am the reason this show is such a hit, I am the reason you all come here to watch this show, it is this reason why you should all get down on your knees and worship me. **heat** I am 'The Great' Muhammad Hassan, and I am the best this company has and no one, not one Superstar in this company dare come out and meet me in this ring!"

Hassan and Ameera stand in the ring as the fans show their disaproval.

OR: 73.6%

I'm The Boss!

As Hassan and Ameera stood in the ring with the crowd still turning on them, the music hit, 'No Chance', as out walked the owner of the company, Vince McMahon. He walked out in a suit, and swaggered his trademark Vince walk down to the ring before stomping up the steps to climb in the ring. He then walked over and took hold of a mic.

Hassan: "Finally, someone who accepts who I am, someone who accepts that this company is Racist just like this whole country is against me."

Vince: "I have come down here, for one reason. One reason and that is to shut you up. **Hassan looks shocked** You come out preaching how this company, this WWE that I run and own is Racist, and that this Great Country, this United States of America **POP** doesn't support you. Well listen up, the reason this country doesn't like you, is because you come out here and say how you don't like it here, you say you are not liked here. Maybe if you got your head out your ass once in a while and behaved like any typical American, then you will be treated like one."

Hassan is furious at this statement by Vince, and responds quickly.

Hassan: "Behave like any typical American, well Mr McMahon, I don't want to go out carrying some gun or weapon looking to destroy another human life, I don't want to be out there taking unknown substances just because it makes me feel good, unlike a typical American, I have pride in my life and who I am. But I want to know what you are gonna do Vince, I want to know what you are gonna do about this sickness in this company. Last week my good friend Ameera was robbed of her title because of your incompetent referees, referee's who you stated not long ago make a final decision, but that was not the case because of one of them went back and reversed that decision. What are you gonna do about that Vince."

Vince: "What am I gonna do about that, I'm gonna do absolutely nothing about that, thats what! **POP** You see, the referee's make the final decision, and I won't go against that decision, but what I will do is this. In three week's time, Victoria will defend her Women's Championship against one opponent, that opponent will be the one woman who next week wins a Triple Threat Match. That match will be between, Trish Stratus, Stacy Keibler **POP**, and your good friend as you put it, Ameera!"

Hassan: "Typical Vince, she beats the Women's champion and once again, you put another obstacle in our path. Last week she pinned Victoria in this very ring, and now you are saying she must prove her worth once again."

Vince: "That is exactly what I am doing, and if you don't like it then she doesn't have to be included in that match, but if she doesn't then she won't get her title shot for a long time!"

Hassan: "Fine Vince, have it your way, Ameera will take part in that match next week, and she will beat those two other women and in three week's time, she will capture that Women's belt. What about me Vince, I issued an open challenge to any Champion on Raw to face me for their belt, and no one, none of your worthy so called American's will face 'The Great' Muhammad Hassan."

Vince: "I am getting quite sick of you and you demands Hassan, you come out here demanding this, demanding that, yet you haven't done anything to prove you deserve it."

Hassan: "I am the only UNBEATEN man on Raw, I have never been pinned on your show, and this is how I am treated. You Mr McMahon, are a racist just like everyone else in this stinking country."

Vince: "You want a match, I'll give you a damn match, in three week's time you will get to face a champion, in three weeks time on a very special Raw, you will get to face the Intercontinental Champion Matt Hardy **POP as Hassan looks pleased at eventually getting what he wants** But, ONLY if next week you beat someone **Hassan's face suddenly changes at hearing this**"

Hassan: "Nothing more than I expected from you Mr McMahon, I am unbeaten on Raw, and next week I shall beat whoever you put before me, so who will it be? Coach, Batista even, or maybe the World Heavyweight Champion? Whoever it is, I will win my match and then I will go on to become the next Intercontinental Champion."

Vince: "Your opponent won't be any of the above, in fact it's someone who should teach you a lesson in respect, someone who will show you that America is better than you, someone like, **pauses** ME!"

Muhammad Hassan and Ameera stand in shock at Vince announcing himself in the match next week. Vince smiles before he drops the mic and goes to leave, when suddenly Hassan attacks from behind and knocks Vince down to the mat as the crowd went wild at this attack. Hassan and Ameera then start putting some kicks to Vince. Vince then got pulled up before Hassan set him up and hit an Inverted STO on the Chairman which connected. Officials came running down to stop them but Ameera moved to the ropes and kept them out as Hassan got down and placed Vince in position as he locked in a Camel Clutch on Vince who after a while passed out from the pain, as Muhammad Hassan's eyes bulged in delight at what he was doing to the boss. Eventually some of the officials climbed inside and Hassan got pulled off as he got told to leave.

Muhammad Hassan and Ameera climbed out the ring as officials checked on Vince laying in the ring not moving. Hassan and Ameera walked up the ramp and to the top, before Hassan did his trademark Prayer once again as the fans continued their hate of this man.

JR: "What have you done, you'll pay for this Hassan, you'll pay for putting your hands on the boss."

OR: 81.6%

AD BREAK

Trish Stratus vs Lana Star

Trish Stratus came out to some generous heat from the fans and began to beat her opponent before she was ready. Trish was quick in her demolition of Lana Star and finished it off with a Chick Kick for the pinfall and win.

Winners: Trish Stratus

MR: 31.3%

MQ: 43.4%

OR: 30.8%

JR: "Trish Stratus picks up the win there, and it looks like she is ready to speak."

Challenge, Not Worthy!

After Trish Stratus had finished her match, she went over and picked up a mic as she addressed the audience.

Trish: "Last week I was challenged to a match by that bitch, Stacy Keibler **POP**. Well that is no challenge, I mean for one thing, the poor thing can't even wrestle, and she expects to face me in a match. I could beat her with my eyes closed, but if she's willing to go down, something I'm sure she is used to from the rumours I hear, **pop**, then I will accept your challenge, and in three week's time we will get it on in this ring **POP**. Now people, don't get excited, I mean, after all I'm not lesbian like all you women in the audience are **heat**, I meant we will get it on in the ring as in we will be wrestling, you know some of you people here in this stinking town have a sick imagination. No wonder JR loves it here, he's just like all of you inbreeds."

Suddenly Stacy Kebler comes running down the aisle and slides in the ring as she goes to attack Trish Stratus. The two start laying punches at each other before Stacy gets her on the ground and lies on top banging her head on the mat as officials run down. The officials climb inside and break up the feuding pair as Stacy gets pulled off Trish who is dragged away and out the ring screaming at Stacy that she is gonna pay for this attack. Stacy is then lead away by officials after Trish has been taken backstage.

OR: 80.6%

AD BREAK

JR: "Welcome back, and as you can see we are all set for another Highlight Reel."

Highlight Reel!

As we return we find the ring set up, and the countdown begins as out walks on cue, Chris Jericho. He stands at the top of the ramp and poses before he makes his way down and climbs inside taking hold of a mic.

Jericho: "Welcome to Chris Jericho's, HIGHLIGHT REEL! **POP** I'm your host on this great show, and tonight I have a guest who is set to face a former tag team partner in three weeks time, on the same show where I will finally lay to rest that assclown Shawn Michaels **pop**. So Ladies and Gentleman, children of all ages, please welcome, the guest on tonight's show, CHRISTIAN!"

Christian's music hits and he casually walks out pointing to all his peep's as he makes his way down to the ring and climbs inside. He moves over and shakes hands with Jericho before he takes hold of a mic placed on one of the stools inside the ring.

Jericho: "Now Christian, in three week's time you will get to show all your Peep's, and all my Jerichoholics just who is the best between you and your former tag team partner, Edge **heat**. Now, Edge has claimed that he carried you all this time, and that he is the better man, what are your thoughts on this?"

Christian: "My thoughts are simple Chris, where would Edge have been if he hadn't have been my partner? He would be sitting in a gutter right now begging for money, that's where. All my Peep's know that I was the one people came to see, I was the one who helped us win all them titles. And if I hadn't have had serious injuries over the years, I would have been champion by now, unlike Edge who has to win some Money In The Bank match to get a title shot."

Jericho: "Talking of that Money In The Bank Christian, that opportunity he currently holds will be on the line in that match, and maybe, just maybe you might win it, then you will get a chance to face the World Heavyweight Champion whenever you choose."

Christian: "Maybe, MAYBE, listen up, I will win that match, and then I will go on and beat the World Heavyweight Champion whoever that is at the time, I was destined for greatness and that's where I'm headed, because that's how I roll!"

Jericho: "What about the other man that is currently involved between you both? I'm talking of course about Chris Benoit?"

Christian: "Chris Benoit, I have already beaten him in this ring, one, two, three, Edge, well Edge couldn't even get the job done. I have no problem with Benoit, he's a tough Canadian, but right now, I'M THE BEST CANADIAN!"

As he said that, the music hit and out walked the Rabid Wolverine himself, Chris Benoit. He stood at the top raising his arms to the fans before he walked down to the ring and climbed inside. He moved over and took hold of a mic from Lillian as Christian stood waiting to see what he wanted, with Jericho backing away letting them get on with it.

Benoit: Best Canadian, I thought we had this talk last week? Christian, you may have beaten me in this ring, and I may have beaten Edge as well, but that was one match, ONE MATCH that you got lucky in. A while back you helped me when Edge attacked me, and yet last week you just stood back and watched as he did it again, that's not being a fellow Canadian, that's being an assclown as Chris often puts it. I wanna know why you stood by, watched as you did and did nothing to stop it Christian, WHY!"

Christian: "You wanna know why? I'll tell you why, remember what you said? You told me that this was between you and Edge, and I shouldn't get in your way, so I did just what you asked, I didn't get in your way. You wanted Edge, well you got your shot at him, now I suggest you stand back and let a real Canadian show you what to do. That opportunity is mine, and that's MONEY IN THE BANK ON BOTH YOU AND EDGE!"

Benoit moved forward as Christian and he stood face to face at each other as suddenly Edge came running down to the ring. He slid inside and went to attack Christian as Benoit moved away. This time, Benoit moved out the ring as Edge and Christian got it on with Edge taking the advantage and attacking him down to the mat. Jericho stood outside watching what was going on, as Edge set Christian up and waited, as he slowly got to his feet and as Benoit stood walking up the ramp staring down at what was taking place, Edge went and hit a Spear on Christian before hs stood up, running his hands through his hair and giving off one of his grins at what he just did to his former partner.

OR: 82.2%

JR: "Bah Gawd, Benoit this time just stood by and watched Christan be attacked by Edge, where will this end, what will happen next. But folks, what I can tell you is what is coming up right now, the ring has been cleared and we are set for a Intercontinental Match as Matt Hardy defends his title against Simon Dean."

WWE Intercontinental Championship:

Matt Hardy © vs Simon Dean

Simon Dean started off by talking to the fans, and told them about the way he keeps fit when the music hit and out ran Matt Hardy. The two then started the match which didn't last too long as Hardy took it to Dean and after a few minutes was able to pin him after hitting a Twist of Fate.

Winners: Matt Hardy

MR: 72.8%

MQ: 75.8%

OR: 77.8%

Pay The Price!

After the match, Matt Hardy took hold of a mic to address his match with Hassan in three week's time.

Matt: "In three week's time, if Muhammad Hassan gets by Vince McMahon, if he's lucky, or maybe unlucky enough to beat him, then Hassan, your gonna come up against something you haven't faced before, you will not only be facing an American on home soil who is gonna beat your ass into the ground, and finally lay to rest this claim that you are unbeaten on Raw, you will also be going up against a force stronger than you know, you will be going up against a Revolution!"

After he spoke, Matt dropped the mic to the floor and posed on the ropes with his Intercontinental Championship belt.

OR: 79.4%

Gathering's Challenge Tonight!

A video promo aired next of scenes from last week's attack on Batista by The Problem Solver and Rosey. It finished with the announcement that tonight, Batista would be facing The Hurricane in his next challenge.

OR: 53.6%

AD BREAK

JR: "Folks, two weeks ago Triple H and Ric Flair give a savage beating to Shelton Benjamin and William Regal, well up now they will be in action in a six man tag team match along with Steven Richards and Robert Conway."

Six Man Tag Team:

Triple H/Ric Flair/Steven Richards vs Shelton Benjamin/William Regal/Robert Conway

This six man tag team got under way with Steven Richards and Robert Conway starting off, Richards as his normal self for this week after Triple H and Flair told him to drop his act for this match.

Evolution were able to keep in control and Triple H and Flair taunted Regal and Benjamin who tried getting in but the ref stopped them which allowed Evolution to team up more on Conway. After a while, Conway was able to avoid being attacked and make a tag to Regal who came in and joined Flair as the two Legends took it around the ring with chops on each other before Regal got the control as Flair took a dive in the center of the ring.

Triple H and Shelton finally got involved in the match a while later and Shelton took it to Triple H with some nice moves, including a smash in the corner and almost got the T-Bone but Triple H rolled Shelton up for a close 2 count.

The ending came as Flair, Richards, Regal and Conway were battling on the outside of the ring, as Triple H was in control inside the ring, when he turned to be met by a waiting Shelton who this time did hit a T-Bone Supllex and covered for the pinfall as Triple H just kicked out a split second after the three was made. Shelton rolled out as Flair and Richards went in to complain to the ref as Shelton was congratualted by Regal and Conway on the victory, leaving Triple H fuming at what took place, and eventually hit the referee with a Pedigree for his actions in losing once again to Shelton Benjamin.

Winners: Shelton Benjamin

MR: 74.7%

MQ: 69.4%

OR: 81.7%

Retirement Match - 3 Weeks!

A video promo aired next of the announcement of the Retirement Sixty Minute Ironman match that will take place on Raw in three week's time between Shawn Michaels and Chris Jericho showing what had taken place so far.

OR: 63.0%

Crashing!

After the video, we found Triple H in his locker room furious as he shouts at Ric Flair about his match moments before.

HHH: "I'm sick of this Ric, that damn punk keeps screwing me and these people are loving it. That kid is gonna pay for what the hell he is doing to us Ric, I don't care what it takes but I am gonna kill that damn punk ass Shelton Benjamin!"

Triple H then picks up some furniture and starts throwing it around the room, smashing things against the wall as Ric Flair leaves the room and shuts the door behind him standing in the corridor, as technicians walk by Flair makes a comment to them as they hear the loud explosions coming from inside the room.

Flair: "It's just Steven Richards acting like the Ultimate Warrior again, don't worry about it!"

They walk off leaving Ric Flair looking down at the ground and rubbing his face as the sound continues of Triple H smashing the room up.

OR: 79.6%

AD BREAKS

Raw Special!

JR: "It looks like Triple H is still upset at beaing beaten once again by Shelton Benjamin, but what about what we have planned for you in three week's time everyone. August 29th, put it in your diaries because you won't want to miss this night of action. Already we know that Shawn Michaels and Chris Jericho will go one on one in the ring after they signed the contracts last week, and they will be taking part in a gruelling Sixty Minute Iron Man Retirement Match. That's right folks, Sixty Minutes of pure hell, torture and pain, and whoever comes out with the least pinfalls, submissions or countouts will be forced to Retire from not only the company, but from the Wrestling Scene. Also,earlier on we heard from Vince McMahon that if 'The Great' Muhammad Hassan can beat him next week, then he will get a tile shot at the Intercontinental Champion Matt Hardy in three weeks time. Also, we understand that Victoria will be defending her Women's Championship against either Trish Stratus, Stacy Keibler or what has to be the favourite recently, Ameera. Also, we know that Trish Startus and Stacy Keibler will be in action together, in what I have been informed will be a Blindfold match, but if one of them wins the Triple Threat next week, not only will they be in that match, but they may get a shot at the Women's Champion on the same night. Finally we know that Christian will meet Edge and the Money In The Bank contract will be on offer to the winner. That's all to come in three weeks time, but up next we have Christian in action as he is set to go up against Damien of the Gathering."

OR: 48.4%

Christian vs Damien

Damien came out to full Gathering's entrance including the turning down of the lights, before Christian came out not looking happy about being attacked earlier in the night.

Christian was able to pick up a victory on the night though as he and Damien put on a great match that ended with Christian getting Damien set up and hitting an Unprettier for the pinfall.

Christian made a quick exit over the barrier and through the crowd as The Master came running out and down to help the leader of the Gathering after his defeat.

Winners: Christian

MR: 75.4%

MQ: 86.1%

OR: 78.1%

He's Arrived!

Backstage after the match we saw the parking lot, where we see a sports car drive up and out steps none other than the former World Champion Batista. He steps out the car and walks towards the arena, holding his ribs at one stage.

JR: "HE'S HERE, BATISTA IS HERE TONIGHT."

OR: 70.6%

AD BREAKS

Your Not Competing!

As we return we see what took place backstage during the breaks. We find Batista heading towards the ring area down the corridor when Vince McMahon steps in his way.

Vince: "Batista, I can't allow you to go out there, I had a call from the Hospital and they have confirmed that you are unfit to wrestle tonight. So as the owner of this company, I am telling you that you are not allowed out there next, I cannot be held responsible if anything happens."

Batista looks down on Vince, and almost snarls at his comments.

Batista: "Vince, I don't care what you say, TONIGHT, SOMEONE IS GONNA PAY FOR WHAT HAPPENED!"

Batista then pushed Vince aside and walked past heading towards the stage area as Vince called for officials to come and help him.

OR: 48.4%

JR: "Vince McMahon has informed Batista that he is not allowed out here tonight to wrestle, but it doesn't look anything is gonna stop him."

The Gathering's Challange:

Batista vs The Hurricane

Batista came out from behind the curtain as officials and even Vince followed him as they tried stopping him but it was no use as he just pushed anyone aside who got in his way. The Hurricane was stood in the ring waiting for Batista as he made it down to the ring and the match got underway as an official was told to get in the ring and make sure nothing serious happened. All the others disappeared backstage again.

Batista then went on to tear Hurricane apart as he tossed him around the ring and destroyed this superhero. It all ended as Batista was able to hit Hurricane with a Batista Bomb although in pain himself, he then covered and picked up the victory.

Winners: Batista

MR: 71.4%

MQ: 70.4%

OR: 75.7%

Once Again!

After Batista had destroyed Hurricane in the ring, and pinning him to go through to meet another member next week, out ran Randy Orton who came down to the ring and slid inside. Orton went to attack Batista but he was ready and waiting as they two started to trade blows with each other. Batista shot Orton to the ropes and he came back with a big backdrop, before Batista called for the end, as he gave the signal from thumbs up to thumbs down.

Batista took hold of Orton and set him up as he lifted him up, unfortunately his ribs gave way as he dropped him back to his feet as Batista clutched his ribs area and dropped down to one knee in pain. Orton saw the opportunity and as Batista got back to both feet, Orton hit the R.K.O on the former Champion as it connected and Batista crashed down to the mat.

JR: "R.K.O. BATISTA IS DOWN BY ORTON."

Orton jumped to his feet after connecting with the move and looked down on a beaten Batista who laid there once again. Orton stood and smiled at once again outwitting the former champ as the show came to a close on a close up of Orton standing above a beaten Batista once again.

JR: "Damn you Orton, DAMN YOU FOR PUTTING BATISTA THROUGH THIS."

OR: 74.6%

Overall Rating: 60.4%

Thanks jfazoli000 for comments. I am booking shows and storylines I like, more than what others may, and just hope people enjoy them.

I try to make the show as realistic as possible if I can (eg. way wrestlers talk and sound), throwing in some unusual moments and maybe controversial parts if possible (eg. Hassan's promos and a future one to be done on the Raw special at the end of the month). As for cancelling the PPV's, unfortunately I find hard writing full PPV shows, ie. full matches, so cancelled them and just do one now and again when I feel I can do it, or do a special Raw episode, this also helps push Raw more as top matches on it. As I say, if you can't do it (eg write full matches), then don't, so even wrestlers I find hard writing in their style of speech and way they act, I let go or if possible try and change their gimmick to something I might be able to pull off.

As for Hassan/Ameera, well I love the character of Hassan and thought wwe screwed up letting him go so easily, so I wanted to keep him going and give him a big push. With Molly (aka Ameera now), I didn't really have any plans for her, and then thought she may be able to pull off an Arab-American style gimmick coming out in similar costume with Hassan as his new Manager/Friend, which pushes her more and I think it does work from what I have done. I have tried getting Hassan away from the 'Racial' angle and towards the new 'The Great' Muhammad Hassan type angle, although still comments about way he is treated in his speeches and very hard to take it away fully as that is what he is about.

As for pushing some random guy called 'The Master', if you had read a few weeks ago you will have found out who 'The Master' really is, and why he got such a push, this explains it all I believe.

I agree some parts are very predictable maybe in the diary, as you stated, but so is wwe at times, but hopefully people enjoy it anyway.

There is a bit more controversy coming soon (good or bad, real and or unrealistic, who knows but are shows I enjoy writing and creating), as you will see at the Raw Special I have wrote in a few weeks time, as I am currently writing the 3rd October 2005 Episode, so I am well ahead of what is posted here. But, this is the first diary which I have done that has lasted more than 1-2 weeks of shows, and I am now (on my episode date) into my 7th month in charge of Raw, the longest I have stayed with a game since I first started writing diaries several years ago now and still enjoy writing this Raw diary.

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WWE Sunday Night Heat

Sunday 7th August 2005

TV Audience:  520,853 viewers (down by 21,013)

Overall Rating:  64.7%

Garrison Cade/Chris Masters def. Val Venis/William Regal (Matsers got Venis to pass out via Masterlock).

MR:  58.5%

MQ:  67.1%

OR:  65.9%

The Problem Solver def. Tajiri (Pinfall after Tyson hit 'The Solution' on Tajiri, a new finisher)

MR:  67.4%

MQ:  70.3%

OR:  71.3%

Shelton Benjamin def. Maven (Pinfall with T-Bone Supplex)

MR:  76.0%

MQ:  81.0%

OR:  77.9%

WWE Raw

Live from Wyoming

Monday 1st August 2005

Attendance: 1,920

TV Audience: 839,186 viewers (up by 42,730)

The show kicked off with the closing scenes of last week's show. Batista came out as The Master and Stacy Keibler got married, and said that this week he would challenge a member of the Gathering to a match, and if he won, he would continue in his fightback to regain his World Heavyweight Championsip. We then started the opening credits and theme and we are Live at Raw.

JR: "Welcome everyone to Raw, we are coming to you live from Wyoming with another great edition of Monday Night Raw. Folks, what a night we have planned for you."

In Store Tonight!

JR: "Last week, Chris Jericho challenged Shawn Michaels to a Retirement Match, well this week we will be seeing the contract signing of this and Jericho had promised another huge surprise for tonight **Video shows the contract signing promo between them tonight**, Also, Batista will go up against one member of the Gathering tonight and if he wins, he will continue in his quest to regain the belt that the Master now known as Randy Orton holds *Footage shows Batista against mystery opponent tonight**. And speaking of Orton, he and Kane will be defending their titles against Rhyno and Tajiri tonight **Footage shows match promo**. And finally, Victoria will be defending her Women's Championship against 'The Great' Muhammad Hassan's friend and Manager, Ameera tonight **Footage shows match up tonight**. **Christian's theme then hits the arena** But it looks like we are gonna be joined first of all by the Peep's Champion, Christian."

OR: 63.0%

Tag Turmoil!

As the music played, out walked to a nice pop from the fans, Christian. He casually made his way down to the ring and climbed inside as he moved to the turnbuckles and posed for the fans, hitting his chest three times and kissing his fingers, pointing to all his Peeps in the audience tonight. He then climbed down and moved over to take hold of a mic.

Christian: "Finally, The Peep's Champion is here **pop** I've come out here because of one reason, Edge **heat**. There's no hiding we haven't got on lately, hell you used to be my tag team partner years ago and now look at you? While you have gone downhill, I've gone further and further to reach the top baby. **pop** For the last couple of week's Edge has been getting in my face, into my business, and now I guess it's time to put an end to what you have started. So I am out here to challenge you to a match. **POP** I wanna show my Peep's that I am the real deal, that I should be the one who has the 'Money In The Bank contract' that you hold, and that I am the man who should be challenging for the World Heavyweight Championship. I've been through them all in my time, the Steel Cage, the TLC matches **POP**, and yet, I have never had a chance to win that Championship and the time has come for your Peep's Champion to take that final step in making that possible. And to do that, I need to deal with some unfinished business, and that's you Edge. In four weeks time I have been told we are gonna have a special Raw take place, well on that night I want to face you in a singles match to prove not only to myself, because I know how good I am, but to prove to everyone watching just who was the man who kept our tag team together, who was the man who helped us win all those Tag Belts."

OR: 83.9%

Reaction!

As Christian spoke, the words hit around the arena "You think you know me!" and the music hit followed by the smoke appearing at the top of the ramp and out walked Edge carrying his Money in the Bank briefcase. He posed at the top of the ramp for a moment before he walked down and climbed in the ring, moved to the turnbuckle and climbed to pose for the fans holding his briefcase before he stepped down and took hold of a mic.

Edge: "Let me get this straight, your saying your the reason Edge and Christian was so good?"

Christian: "That's right!"

Edge: "What are you thinking, I was carrying you all that time we were together, why do you think I picked up so many injuries. I was the main attraction in that team, not you. Hell, if you were the top guy then why did it read, 'EDGE' and Christian, heh?"

Christian: "The reason it had your name first, is because you had your head up your own ass **POP** so much that you was the one who needed all the attention, while I held back and kept quiet making sure the Peep's really knew who was the real man!"

Edge: "That's funny Christian, what about since then eh? What have you done? You won the World Tag Team belts twice with another partner, well guess what, I have won it THREE TIMES with someone else, You've won the Intercontinental Championship three times, well what a surprise, I have won that belt FOUR TIMES, can you believe that, no matter how many times you win something Christian, I can actually do better than you at it. And now you want the World Heavyweight Championship, well stand in line because in that briefcase I have a signed contract, a contract which says I can take on the Champion at that time, any place, any where, any time. You, you have to earn your shot, so don't come out here expecting these idiot's to support your little fantasy Christian coz it won't work."

The Fans start chanting 'Edge Sucks' as Christian smiles.

Christian: "It doesn't matter how many times you have won the other belts Edge, the fact of the matter is, when the time comes, I will be the man who captures the World Heavyweight Championship next, and you know what I say about that, YOU CAN BANK ON IT!"

Edge goes mad and runs his hand through his long hair as he looks at Christian.

Edge: "You want a match in four weeks, then let's get it on. **POP** Let's show these people just who is the best Christian, let's show them which of us is the man who carried the other all this time, and let's show them which Canadian is the best in the world!"

OR: 72.3%

Best Canadian!

As Edge finished speaking, the fans popped big time as out walked to his theme, Chris Benoit dressed in his wrestling gear ready for action. He made his way down to the ring and climbed inside. He walked over and went face to face with Edge as neither man backed away, he then went over and went face to face with Christian, both staring each other down before Benoit took hold of Christian's mic.

Benoit: "Best Canadian? BEST CANADIAN, hell, while you two maybe Canadians, you aren't the best. If you don't remember, I won that World Heavyweight Championship last year at Wrestlemania 20, on the biggest stage of them all, beating not one, but two of the greatest superstars in this company, Triple H and Shawn Michaels. So don't come out here acting like you both are the best when neither of you have made Triple H TAP OUT! **POP** As for you Christian, I told you last week, don't get in my way and we'll be ok, but as for you Edge, me and you have some unfinished business right now. **POP** Why wait until later when we can get it on right here, right now."

Edge: "Whoa, wait a minute Chris, I'm not ready for action just yet, I didn't come out here to fight you, I came out here to accept Christian's challenge. Now why don't you just walk back up that ramp before I make you suffer some more pain like i have been doing to you!"

As Edge finished, the fans popped again as the theme hit, 'No Chance In Hell' and out walked to the top of the ramp, Vince McMahon clutching onto a mic.

Vince: "Christian, Edge, your request to have a match in four weeks time is granted, in four weeks it will be Christian vs Edge, and to make matters more interesting, that match, you EDGE will be putting your 'Money in the Bank' contract on the line. **POP** That's right, whoever wins that match will get a shot at the World Heavyweight Champion anywhere between then and April, any time, any place they choose. **Edge goes furious at this announcement**. But I do agree with one man tonight, and that is you Chris Benoit, I think it's about time we saw some action right here, RIGHT NOW. So Edge, get ready because you and Benoit are getting it on right this very minute, now get me a damn referee out here!"

A referee runs out and down the ramp as Vince walks backstage and Christian smiles at Edge who is still in anger at this announcment and almost rips his hair out as Benoit get's ready for the match.

JR: "Folks, we'll be right back with our first match, Chris Benoit taking on Edge, right after this time out!."

OR: 64.8%

AD BREAKS

JR: "We are back and all set for our opening match, what a way to kick the show off."

Chris Benoit vs Edge

These two canadians gave a great performance in the ring, with Benoit dominating for most of the match while Christian stood outside the ring looking on. It all came down to one moment, as the ref took a bump and Edge was able to get to his briefcase as Benoit went up on the turnbuckle. Benoit flew off with a diving headbutt, only to smash into the briefcase hiding under Edge's body. Edge then threw it back in the corner and rolled Benoit up for the pinfall as the ref woke up.

Edge then got his arm raised by the ref as the winner, as he looked on at Christian stood outside the ring. Edge then turned his attention back to Benoit as he attacked him with kicks to the body. Christian jumped up onto the apron, as Edge stopped and looked on, when suddeny Christian stopped, and jumped back off as he made his way up the ramp looking back down on Edge who started assaulting Benoit more. Edge moved over to grab his briefcase once again as Benoit staggered to his feet only as he turned he took a shot to the head knocking him down and out. Edge smiled at this brutal attack and turned to look up at Christian who just stared back, not helping the man he helped two weeks ago.

Winners: Edge

MR: 77.2%

MQ: 79.8%

OR: 73.7%

Batista Wants The Belt!

Backstage after the match, we find Maria standing by with Batista who tonight will face a member of the Gathering.

Maria: "Batista, tonight you get to go up against one member of the Gathering, you still don't know who it is yet, are you prepared for anyone?"

Batista: "Maria, I was born prepared, you know it doesn't matter if it's Hurricane, Rosey or even that big red freak Kane, tonight, I will get my hands on one member of the Gathering, and then, I will get my hands on another, and I will continue until I finally get my hands on that piece of crap, The World Heavyweight Champion, Randy Orton."

Maria: "What happens if you don't make it past the first challenge put in your way?"

Batista turns his head and looks down on Maria almost in disgust at the mention of him losing tonight.

Batista: "Listen up, if, and I mean IF, by some miracle that I do lose tonight, then it won't be through any fault of my own. I am here for business, and my business is take care of Randy Orton."

Batista walks off when suddenly he is jumped from behind and a steel chair is smashed against the back of Batista who goes down on all fours. Another chair shot is then hit to the head of Batista who collapses on the floor with Maria screaming out in the background. The camera turns as we see Tyson Tomko stood above holding the chair, before he drops it to the floor and rubs down his pointed beard with a smile as we goto a video.

OR: 70.6%

Women's Championship Tonight!

A video was aired next advertising tonight's Women's Championship match between the holder Victoria and challenger, Ameera. Footage airs of the past couple of weeks of Hassan interfering in the match and hitting Victoria with an Inverted STO which allowed Ameera to pick up two victories over her.

OR: 69.6%

JR: "Here we go everyone, Batista will face one of the Gathering and if he wins, he gets a shot at another member and will carry on until he has beaten them all and finally gets his chance at facing the Master once again!."

World Heavyweight Challenge:

Batista vs Rosey

Batista took on Rosey in his first challenge in regaining his World Heavyweight Championship once more. Batista looked beaten still after the assault by Tomko and he showed up again during the match. Tomko helped double team on Batista in the ring as the ref called for the DQ on Rosey for outside interference. Tyson Tomko caught Batista with a vicious kick to the face from an irish whip to the ropes as Batista layed out in the middle of the ring and we headed to a break.

Winners: Batista

MR: 70.6%

MQ: 70.4%

OR: 78.1%

AD BREAKS

Just Call The Problem Solver!

After the match we return from the break and see something that took place during the adverts, with Batista laying out in the middle of the ring, we went backstage where we found The Master (Randy Orton), looking at the tv screen of the action that just took place. He laughs as he turns to where stood is Tyson Tomko.

Master: "My friend, you have just helped me from defending against one of my main threats for the World Heavyweight Championship. Your reward is worth every dollar, and The Gathering thanks you for your services tonight!"

The Master hands over an envelope filled with cash to Tyson who takes hold of it, as he smiles and looks back at The Master.

Tyson: "It was my pleasure, and remember, any time you have a Problem, just call the Problem Solver, and it will go away!"

Tyson walks off leaving The Master to look back at the TV monitor and Batista being checked over by officials.

Kane then makes his entrance as he walks into the room holding one half of the World Tag Team Championship belts, as The Master takes hold of his, and is joined by Stacy Keibler as they make their way out the room.

OR: 76.8%

JR: "Damn that Randy Orton, he hired Tyson Tomko, the Problem Solver to try and take out Batista and we understand Batista has been taken to the local hospital for tests after he was knocked clean out during the final moments of that match. But he still won, and next week if he can still make it he will face another member of the Gathering. But folks, we are gonna go live to Lillian in the ring where Gene Snitsky is waiting for his opponent tonight, a man who has been on a good run as of late, Robert Conway."

Robert Conway vs Gene Snitsky

Robert Conway picked up the win in this match as Snitsky dominated for most of the match using his strength until Conway started to outwit him, and eventually rolled Snitsky up from behind and was able to get a clean pinfall on Gene Snitsky who was furious with the ref after the match while Conway celebrated another victory on his way up the ramp.

Winners: Robert Conway

MR: 74.0%

MQ: 75.6%

OR: 79.4%

Tag Team Championship Next!

A video was aired next advertising the World Tag Team belts on the line between holders Kane and The Master vs Rhyno and Tajiri.

OR: 54.7%

JR: "The World Tag Team Championship Belts up later tonight, but it look's like the Coach is set for something, let's go to the ring and see what he has to say tonight!."

The Coach's Corner!

As we returned to the ring we found the Coach standing by holding a mic, as the screen played the Coach's Corner video on the titantron.

Coach: "It's time once again for the Number #1 Talk show in Prime Time TV folks. I'm your host, Jonathan Coachman, and this is the Coach's Corner. Every now and again I like to come out here and talk to someone who is making the headlines in this company, and tonight, well tonight I have a guest that has been doing that with his stupid look, dressing up as past superstars and acting like he's someone else. So let me introduce to you, in which I guess I have to, Steven Richards."

As Coach waited for Steven Richards to come down, some music started with the following words, 'Hello Maggots' and out walked dressed in full combat gear, with a moustache, sunglasses, hat and carrying a stick under his arm walked out Steven Richards dressed as none other than Sgt Slaughter as Coach looked shocked at this ridicule he felt on his show. Steven made his way down to the ring stopping and saluting some of the fans on his way. He then climbed in and stood to attention waiting for Coach to speak who was still dumbfounded at what he was doing on his show.

Coach: "What the hell are you doing, I called you out here to talk about your impact lately on Raw, and you come out here as, well, dressed like a buffoon. Look at you, of all the people you could have become, you come out dressed like that idiot, let me tell you something son, the war is over!"

Steven Richards took hold of a mic from Lillian as he got ready to speak.

Steven: "Evening Maggots, when Sgt Slaughter enters the room then you should all be standing to attention, and that means you Coach. **Coach stops and looks at Steven with one of his 'your kidding me' faces he pulls off so well** ATTENTION!"

Coach suddenly stands to attention for a moment, then he realises what he's doing as the fans give a nice pop to it.

Coach: "Wait a minute, your not the real Sgt. Slaughter, and therefore I don't have to do anything you say. Now I suggest you take off that stupid ass moustache, them ridiculous sunglasses, and that pathetic hat. Oh, and while your at it, you can take off that mask, no wait, that's your real face!" **Coach starts laughing at this**

Steven Richards face frowns at this comment as he takes the whip from under his arm and snaps it against Coach's arm. Coach screams out as he gets hit, and Steven continues with some more shots at Coach who starts running around the ring to get away from being hit anymore. Coach then jumps out the ring as Steven stops and stands inside the ring as he pulls out a whistle and starts to whistle at Coach.

Coach: "What the hell do you think your doing, you are on my show, this is The Coach's Corner, not some two bit piece of garbage your used to, now I suggest you calm down and stop attacking the host, ME!"

Coach then slowly makes his way back in the ring as Steven stands to attention once again.

Coach: "Now then, let's get back to business. People wanna know, just like me, what kind of stupid person came up with this idea of you coming out dressed as someone else? I mean come on, you look like an idiot, who told you to come out as Sgt Slaughter?"

Coach moves a mic to Steven's mouth, but he just whistles.

Coach: "You know what, this isn't worth being on this great talk show, you look like an idiot, you are an idiot and if the shoe fits, you wear it, now get out of my ring so I can bring out someone who is worthy of being on my show."

Coach turns his back on Steven who looks angry and he attacks him from behind knocking him down. He picked Coach up and whips him to the ropes as he comes back and Steven whips him with the belt in the gut as he bends over, before he takes a shot to his back and collapses on the ground. Steven Richards then got down and set him up as he locked in a Camel Clutch on Coach who screamed out in pain and it didn't take long until Coach passed out through it as Steven eventually let go and got to his feet to a nice pop from the fans.

Steven Richards dressed still as Slaughter then looked down on Coach laying there and saluted him once again before he climbed out the ring and walked up the ramp to a good pop.

OR: 75.3%

AD BREAKS

JR: "Well The Coach was helped backstage during our time out, and it's time for the World Tag Team Belts on the line now, as Kane and The Master will defend against Rhyno and Tajiri!."

World Tag Team Championship:

Kane / The Master © vs Rhyno / Tajiri

Kane and The Master succesfully defended their titles against Rhyno and Tajiri. The Master took a beating at first until Kane was able to get in and clean house as he destroyed both men at the same time. In the end he grabbed both Rhyno and Tajiri with a chokehold, and lifted both up, slamming them down with a chokeslam at the same time. Kane then covered Rhyno for the pinfall as they celebrated in the ring with the ref helping both losing members up the ramp.

Winners: Kane / The Master

MR: 70.6%

MQ: 70.4%

OR: 78.1%

The Mistress!

As Kane and The Master celebrated in the ring, Stacy Keibler climbed in holding a mic as she got ready to speak still wearing her long black robe.

Stacy: "Tonight, The Gathering stand in this ring still Leaders of this company, still Champions, and soon, the Gathering will grow stronger. For tonight, I am challenging you, Trish Stratus, to a match in four weeks time. I remember what you did to me not long ago, and I shall get my vengeance upon you. That time in between will give you plenty of time to say your goodbyes to your friends, and to seek peace with the Lord as we prepare to tear your soul apart. For I am the Mistress of Darkness, and with my Husband, the Master, we shall prove to the world, that we are the most dominate couple on Raw in HISTORY!"

Stacy raised her hands as the lights started to dim and The Master and Kane smiled at Stacy's power in the member of the group.

OR: 63.2%

Heartbreak Ready For Surprise!

Backstage we find Maria once again standing by with one of the men to sign the contract tonight, Shawn Michaels.

Maria: "Shawn, soon we are gonna see you get into the ring and sign away for your part in a Retirement Match, after you have had a week to think about this, are you still ready to sign away your future?"

Shawn: "I am ready alright, I have done more in this business than any other superstar, I'm Shawn Michaels, The Showstopper, I'm ready for anyone who wants to take a shot at me. So if Jericho wants to come in, and try and scare me by offering to face me in a Retirement Match, then so be it, I'm not scared of losing, but I do know this, I will not go down without a fight!"

Maria: "What about the other thing, the special surprise Chris Jericho has in store for you also tonight?"

Shawn: "Oh yes, who could forget the big surprise, well what more could he have, I mean, he's done the biggest by challenging me to a Retirement Match, they don't come much bigger than that. But if he want's to pull surprises, then I have one of my own, when I get that band set up, then Jericho will meet the biggest surprise of his life, ONCE AGAIN!"

Shawn walks off as Maria stands looking confused at what he just said.

OR: 90.1%

JR: "It looks like Shawn is ready for his Contract Signing later tonight, but what a Main Event we have here, Victoria will be defending her championship against Ameera who has beaten her for the last two times thanks to help from 'The Great' Muhammad Hassan!"

Women's Championship:

Ameera w/ Hassan vs Victoria ©

Ameera came out with Hassan to some great heat before Victoria came out wearing the Women's Championship to a nice pop from the fans. The match kicked off with Ameera starting off well, dominating Victoria with some nice moves.

Victoria started to come back though as Hassan lost it on the outside and tried to rally Ameera back into control but it wasn't working. Victoria got Christy whipped to the ropes and returned but ducked Victoria's clothesline as she ran forward, and took out the referee.

Victoria checked on the ref as Ameera came running back, but Victoria saw it coming and turned to knock her down once more in the match. She then picked her up and set her up as she hit a Widow's Peak on Ameera which connected and covered but the ref wasn't back to full strength yet. 'The Great' Muhammad Hassan jumped into the ring and caught Victoria from behind as he set her up and hit for the third match running on Victoria, an Inverted STO.

Victoria was down and out, as Hassan pulled Ameera over the top, slid out the ring and ran around to wake the ref up as the fans were gaving loud heat on what was taking place. The ref's hand came down, one, two, THREE! It was over, as Hassan celebrated by running around and grabbing the belt off Lillian Garcia and sliding into the ring, he picked up Ameera and celebrated with her as he handed the belt over to her as she was delighted with the victory.

Lillian: "Ladies and Gentleman, the winner, and NEW Women's Champion, AMEERA!."

Suddenly from the top of the ramp came running out Intercontinental Champion Matt Hardy to a good pop from the fans. He stopped half way and called back for someone as out ran another referee and he ran down to accompany Matt into the ring as the other ref got called over and they discussed what just took place.

Outside the ring Ameera was celebrating with Hassan posing for the fans not seeing what was going on until they turned around and saw them talking in the ring. One of the ref's then went over and talked to Lillian who made an announcement.

Lillian: "Ladies and Gentleman, I have been informed by the referee that since Ameera received outside help in the form of Muhammad Hassan, then Ameera has been disqualified from this match, and the winner, AND STILL WOMEN'S CHAMPION, VICTORIA!."

Hassan and Ameera stood in shock at this as they shouted at the ref who walked around and snatched the belt off Ameera and slid in the ring to go and give it back to Victoria who was being helped to her feet by Matt Hardy. Hassan and Ameera were shouting and screaming at the referee over this injustice they felt against them as they stormed off up the ramp unhappy with what had taken place.

Winners: Victoria (via DQ)

MR: 64.5%

MQ: 55.6%

OR: 66.0%

Contract Signing Next!

A video aired showing moments from last week, we see Chris Jericho challenge Shawn Michaels to a Retirement Match which is accepted, and that this week, they will sign the contracts, and Jericho has a bigger surprise for Shawn.

OR: 59.0%

AD BREAKS

JR: "Here we go, a match that will be spectacular to watch is about to be made official, and Vince McMahon himself is in the ring to make sure it all runs smoothly."

Contract & A Big Surprise!

We return to find a table placed in the ring and two chairs. Also stood in the ring is none other than Chairman, Vince McMahon.

Vince: "Ladies and Gentleman, it is my pleasure to welcome you to the contract signing between two unique individuals, one man is an Icon in this company, he has changed the way sports entertainment happened, and the other man is the only Undisputed World Champion on Raw. So let me introduce to you, the man known as the Heartbreak Kid, SHAWN MICHAELS!"

Shawn's music hit as he walks out to a nice pop from the fans as he stops several steps down, and drops to his knees doing his trademark Jesus impression as the pyros go off behind him and he jumps back up, making his way down to the bottom of the ring and climbs inside. He then poses in the ring as Vince stands waiting and then he goes and shakes Vince's hand before he tells him to take a seat. He goes over and instead, balances himself on the turnbuckle.

Vince: "And now welcome the challenger, Chris Jericho!"

The countdown began and hit the pyros on cue before we saw Chris Jericho posing with his back to the camera as he turned and walked down the ramp, stopping and showing his muscles to the fans before he did his trademark entrance outside the ring ropes and climbed through. He walked over and shook hands with Vince before going and sitting down in one of the chairs, putting his feet up on the desk.

Vince: "Now then, both of you last week agreed to a match to take place between yourself Chris Jericho and you, Shawn Michaels. The rules in which are that the loser of this match will no longer be able to wrestle again. The contract is ready, and Shawn, if you would be the first to sign the papers."

Shawn bounces off the turnbuckle where he was balancing his body off the ring, and walks over to look down on the contract. He then took hold of a pen and went to sign the contract when Jericho stopped him as he began to speak.

Jericho: "Whoa, whoa, whoa Shawn. Before you put pen to paper and sign away, I want you to think of something, I want you to think of what you are giving away, think about it Shawn, after this match you will no longer be able to wrestle. You will no longer be able to hear these fans boo you like you deserve, and you will no longer be referred to as the Heartbreak Kid, in fact, you'll probably be known after as 'The Man Who Quit'. Are you ready for that Shawn, are you ready to give it all away on one match?"

Shawn Michaels just signed away on the contract and dropped the pen on the paper before he looked up at Jericho. He then moved away and took hold of a mic before he sat back in the chair looking at Jericho, waiting for him to now step up.

Vince: "Now Shawn has signed the contract, if you Chris would be so kind as to put your signature on the paper."

Chris Jericho moved to the contract and looked to make sure Shawn's signature was on it, before he picked up the pen. Just as he was about to sign, Shawn started to speak which stopped him.

HBK: "Chris, Chris, Chris, let me also tell you, that are you absolutely sure you want to meet me in the ring, you want to put your career, not that it's worth much anyway, on the line, knowing that you won't be able to go around anymore bragging about how your the only Undisputed Champion in the company? Are you willing out of all this, are you ready to be called, 'The Rat Faced Bastard Who Lost To Shawn Michaels'. **POP** Are you Chris, think of your fans, oh wait, you don't have any do you, that's right. You go and sign that contract Chris, because I promise you, it will be the last match you will ever see in your life!"

Jericho was fuming, as he signed his name on the contract. He threw the pen and contract back down on the table as Vince moved in to check it over.

Vince: "It is official, Shawn Michaels will face Chris Jericho in a Retirement Match." **POP**

Jericho: "Are you happy now Shawn eh? Are you ready to be a loser like you have been all your life. Your nothing Shawn, just like you have always been, you screwed these fans, you screwed Canada, and you just screwed yourself Shawn. Shawn, this will be a wonderful moment to go down in history for all my Jerichoholics, the day when you finally get shut up once and for all. The day you will get down on your knees and eventually, KISS MY ASS! **Shawn stands up as he looks at Jericho as Shawn tosses the table over on it's side collapsing against the ropes. Vince steps in between them and pulls Jericho away** Come on Shawn, what you waiting for eh? You feel it Shawn, you feel them goosebumps all over your body, can you feel that clock counting down the hours you have left in this ring, just like the pityful amount of time it takes you to please your wife. She should be with a real man, someone like me Shawn, a self proclaimed King of the World, not some Joker. And you know what, that's exactly what she said to me the other night when we laid there in bed together!"

Upon hearing that, Shawn dropped his head looking down on the ground before he looked away, and suddenly out of nothing he struck. His right foot swinging up and connecting with some Sweet Chin Music.

Unfortunately, Shawn didn't have time to stop as he connected with Vince McMahon as Jericho ducked out the way and rolled out the ring. Vince took it on the chin as he collapsed backwards onto the ring mat out cold. Shawn looked down on an unconciouss Vince, before he looked at Chris Jericho who had made his way around the side and started to walk up the ramp. Shawn continued his staredown with Jericho who had finally reached the top of the ramp, as he stood there looking down on Shawn and the body of Vince laying motionless in the ring.

JR: "Bah Gawd, Shawn has just knocked out the Boss, Vince McMahon by accident, look at Jericho he is loving this!."

Jericho: "Well done Shawn, well done on knocking out our boss. For your next trick are you gonna get down on your knees and kiss your own ***? **pop** Oh Shawn, that little surprise I had for you, it's something I maybe should have told you about before you signed your life away. You see, this Retirement Match between us, it will take place in four week's time Shawn, on a very special edition of Raw, and coming from guess where, that's right Shawn, LIVE from your home State of Texas. I am gonna do to you what you have done to us Canadians all your life, I'm gonna screw you in your home town Shawn, and then, I'm gonna have a laugh about it with all my friends. But that wasn't the only surprise Shawn, because I have one more, something you obviously didn't notice on that contract you signed. In four week's time, it will be Live from Texas, Shawn Michaels vs Chris Jericho, and whoever loses will have to hang up their boots forever, but you know what the kickback is Shawn? You know what's so special even more about this match? It's that this match will be one of the best ever, because I am gonna humiliate you in your home for SIXTY MINUTES, that's right, me and you Shawn, A SIXTY MINUTE IRONMAN RETIREMENT MATCH! **POP** Enjoy the next four weeks Shawn, because after that match, you'll never be welcome here AGAIN!"

Jericho smiles as he drops the mic to the ground and stares down Shawn who is stood in shock at this huge announement as we had our final words from Jim Ross as we closed the programme.

Lillian: "BAH GAWD, 60 MINUTES, 60 MINUTES OF PURE HELL FOR SHAWN MICHAELS, BAH GAWD WHAT IS GONNA HAPPEN NEXT WEEK!."

OR: 81.3%

Overall Rating: 60.3%

WWE Sunday Night Heat

Sunday 31st July 2005

TV Audience:  541,866 viewers (up by 19,364)

Overall Rating:  46.0%

Chris Masters def. James Hendrix (Submission with Masterlock)

MR:  33.8%

MQ:  55.2%

OR:  39.4%

Sylvain Grenier def. Marty Jannetty (Pinfall with roll up and hold of tights)

MR:  54.6%

MQ:  56.3%

OR:  55.5%

'The Great' Muhammad Hassan def. Val Venis (Submission with Camel Clutch)

MR:  68.6%

MQ:  65.2%

OR:  67.2%

Chris Jericho def. The Hurricane (Pinfall after Lionsault)

MR:  77.0%

MQ:  70.1%

OR:  78.3%

**WARNING**

Just a little warning for anyone reading this episode of Raw. They are 2 parts in this diary, which some may consider unsuitable. Therefore, I am putting this wanrning before hand that some may not want to read or jump over the 2 parts.

One is Hassan's speech, please note that I am not writing my own beliefs, or anything like that, but it is written in part of Hassan's Gimmick he has. There is a mention in hints of the tragedy of 9/11 and I know it is a very emotional time still and hope anyone does not find this offensive.

The other is The Wedding From Hell itself. The wedding I have written is not based on a marriage through God, but through the Devil's version. Some may find this unsuitable with any beliefs they have or anything else.

I will state that I apologise for anyone who finds anything in this episode, or my diary offensive in any form or way, I did not intend to upset anyone, or plan on causing any reactions to it, I am just writing a diary (although slightly dark in content at times), which I find interesting to read.

Thanks and please don't bash me for anything written, that is why this warning has been given.

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WWE Raw

Live from Utah

Monday 25th July 2005

Attendance: 3,326

TV Audience: 796,456 viewers (down by 54,714)

The show kicked off with the closing scenes of last week's show. Batista destroying all members of the Gathering until he gets his hands on The Master, and umasks him to reveal none other than Randy Orton who hits an RKO on Batista. The clip ends as we see Batista look up at the Gathering stood at the top of the ramp, Orton kneeling down praying as Jim Ross's voice echoes out screaming Randy Orton's name. The credits then hit and we are Live from Utah, the camera scans the audience as we see some signs including "Don't do it Stacy", and "Orton Rules!". We are then joined in commentary from our regular host, Jim Ross.

JR: "Welcome everyone to Raw, we are coming to you live from Utah after what has been a unbelievable week here in the WWE. As you saw at the top of tonight's show, last week, the Master finally got revealed by the man he beat two weeks ago, Batista. The Master, the man who went through Vince McMahon, who destroyed Linda McMahon, and the man who is now known to be Randy Orton. Folks, we still can't believe he is back, all this time, all the while people were wondering just where Orton had gone, we saw months ago after Wrestlemania 21, he just got up and walked out after being beaten by The Undertaker. He said he had to search for who he was, he went off and that was the last we heard of him, but bah gawd it wasn't. He played us for a fool, he tricked us, and last week he returned as the World Heavyweight Champion."

Black Wedding Tonight!

JR: "And it's not over, we heard last week that Damien announced this week live on Raw, The Master, now known to be Randy Orton will finally take his bride Stacy Keibler down the aisle and will marry her Live tonight on Raw. If your listening Stacy, then I ask you, I beg of you to get away from this occult group, you are much better than these people and you deserve better. **The countdown hit on the titantron, music played** Well it looks like we will no longer be waiting to hear from this man, Chris Jericho."

OR: 52.2%

The Highlight Reel!

The pyros exploded on the countdown and out walked Chris Jericho posing with his back to the fans before he turned and walked down the aisle. He casually made his way to the bottom of the ramp and walked up the steps before doing his trademark entrance outside the ropes before climbing inside the ring. He looked at the set of his show before he took hold of a mic on the stool inside getting ready to speak.

Jericho: "Welcome to , RAW IS JERICHO! **POP** And last week, you saw me go into Vince McMahon's office, but what you didn't see was why I went in there, and that's because this is all hush hush, it's something I wanted to keep until this week, I wanted to announce to the whole world on my Highlight Reel the plan I have for facing Shawn Michaels **heat**. For two weeks that piece of trash has screwed me over, just like he has screwed all of you Jerichoholics for years. We all know how he now says he found God, how he found Religion and all that crap, but I wanna know is, is he prepared to live upto that belief? That's right, you see Shawn I don't believe you've got it in you anymore, your not the Number #1 guy around here, you never were and that's why I'm asking you to come out here, on the number #1 show in Broadcasting history, the Highlight Reel. So Shawn, I know your backstage, I know your watching one of the monitors and I'm asking you to come out here, man to man, face to face, no screwjobs like you always do **pop**, no set ups, because I have something to ask you, and I'm sure you'll be interested in this."

Jericho moves to the ropes and waits, but nothing happens.

Jericho: "Come on Shawn, you hit me twice in one night with your Sweet Chin Music, and your afraid to come out here and face up to the man who's gonna beat your ass soon?"

Suddenly the crowd gave a mixed reaction as the music hit, 'Im a Sexy Boy' started up and out walked Shawn Michaels. He walked down the ramp and climbed inside posing for the fans on the way. He slowly climbed through the ropes making sure he wasn't gonna be jumped by Jericho who stood over in the other corner allowing him inside. Jericho told him to pick up the mic on the other stool in the ring as he got ready to speak once more.

Jericho: "Now then Shawn, first unlike you, I want to thank you for coming out here tonight, and I'm sure your wondering what I have been planning, why I visited Vince last week."

Shawn: "The thought had crossed my mind yes, but either way, let's just get this over with, you see I have some ladies backstage wanting a piece of the Showstopper!"

Jericho: "Ladies eh, I suppose it's a move up the from the guys you always hang around with Shawn **pop**. Anyway, let's get back to why I called you out, you see two week's ago you attacked me, you knocked me out twice in one night, that's not an easy thing to live with Shawn, especially in my home country, it's been on my mind for the past two weeks, and I thought, I need to get some revenge in some way, I need to do something that no one else has ever done with you. I'm offering you Shawn a chance, a chance to prove to the World that who you say you are, the Showstopper, the Heartbreak Kid, the son of God. Ok, the last one isn't you but who cares, I don't and these people don't give a crap about how you found religion either. So I thought, what can I do to you, what can I do to make you suffer the humiliation I suffered two weeks ago in Canada, what can I do to show the world that your nothing more than a fake, a has been just like your former partner told you not long ago, and two things sprang to my mind. One, and this is one of the best ideas I have had, is, wait for it Shawn, **pauses**, Shawn Michaels vs Chris Jericho, one on one, and the loser, which will be you of course, will have no choice, but to Retire from the squared circle. That's right Shawn, I'm talking about me and you, in a Retirement Match. No going back, no returns for the old HBK legend, the end, finished, no longer able to hit any Sweet Chin Music. What you say to that?"

JR: "Bah Gawd, Jericho has challenged Shawn to a Retirement Match."

Shawn: "I say, it's a great idea, hell, I aint' afraid of leaving, I've been the best on this show for over 10 years and I plan on being around for much longer, so if you wanna face me, you wanna risk your career, your pathetic little shows you put on here, then I say let's get it on!" **POP**

Jericho: "Wow, you actually wanna do this Shawn, I mean think about it? You'll no longer be able to come out and do your stupid ass Jesus impression on the ramp, you'll no longer be able to go flying off the top rope hitting that elbow onto your opponents, and you'll no longer be able to hit any Sweet Chin Music in your life, your willing to give all that up?"

Shawn: "Yes I am Chris, because I know, and all these people know that the Heartbreak Kid is here to stay, and there's no chance in me losing this match. But the question should be reversed back to you now, are you willing to sacrifice it all, to give up coming down to this ring and talking rubbish every week, to stop going around moaning to people how you were the only Undisputed Champion in the company? Are you willing to risk losing all your Jerichoholics on one night, one match in which there's a chance, and a good one I must say, that you will lose, well Chris, are you ready to give all that up!"

Jericho doesn't believe the reply Shawn gave him, as he looks down at the floor and at his Jerichoholics in the crowd before he quickly turns back to Shawn holding the mic next to his mouth and replies.

Jericho: "Your damn right I am **POP** Because I will do everything it takes to take you out Shawn, I'm gonna rid this company of you and your stupid ass once and for all. You had better start praying because your gonna need God on your side when we step in this ring for this match!"

Shawn: "Anytime, Anyplace, Anywhere."

Jericho backs off as he moved to the ropes and climbs outside walking back up the ramp until he stops, and turns around to look back down at Shawn still stood in the ring.

Jericho: "Oh Shawn, I almost forgot something else, next week we are gonna sign that contract and make this match official. But there is one more thing I have for you, as a matter of fact, it's so good that I think I'll keep it as a surprise for next week. I promise you, you will not want to miss my second huge announcement Shawn, see you around!"

Jericho drops the mic and walks off up the ramp leaving Shawn to wonder what he was going on about as we headed to our first break for the evening.

OR: 87.2%

AD BREAKS

JR: "We're back everyone, and before the break we heard Chris Jericho challenge Shawn Michaels to a retirement match, not only has Shawn accepted but he has promised to win, and Jericho has also announced next week we will have the contract signing and that he has another clause in this match which he will announce, I wonder what that will be, but folks we are gonna kick tonight off with a singles match as Robert Conway goes on this run he's been on and takes on Maven."

Robert Conway vs Maven

Robert Conway continued his streak and picked up a good victory over Maven. Conway moved out the way as Maven went up high and finished him off with a Whiplash for the cover and three count for victory.

Winners: Robert Conway

MR: 71.9%

MQ: 73.8%

OR: 79.8%

Match Making!

Vince McMahon is stood in his office when in walks Triple H looking furious after being beaten last week on Raw by Shelton Benjamin.

HHH: "Vince, I am getting sick of this, last week I got the opportunity to finally take out that punk ass kid and your incompetent referees, your useless employees screwed me when they allowed Shelton to hit me with a steel chair. That was no Hardcore match Vince, it was a Dumpster match. Shelton should have been disqualified for what he did. And now, now I hear from Naitch that you have put me in a Tag Team match tonight against him, what the hell is wrong with you?"

Vince: "Triple H, I have punished the referee for what he did last week, but his decision is final and I can't change that no matter how much I want, and I'm afraid it will go down as a victory for Shelton Benjamin once more over you **POP**. As for the match tonight, yes you will be in action, and you will be teaming up with your buddy Ric Flair **whoooo** and the two of you will be going up against Shelton Benjamin, and William Regal **pop**. This is your chance Hunter, your chance to prove to everyone including me that you can beat Shelton in the ring."

HHH: "I'll beat him alright, and after I have beaten him, I'm gonna finish him off so he won't be appearing on Raw anymore!"

Triple H walks out the room angrily slamming the door behind him as Vince shakes his head.

OR: 81.4%

JR: "Tonight folks, William Regal and Shelton Benjamin will face Triple H and Ric Flair, but it look's like Muhammad Hassan is coming out here now."

Unbeaten 'Great' Challenge!

Back we went to the ring, as music started and the fans gave some great heat once again as out walked 'The Great' Muhammad Hassan and his Manager/Friend, Ameera. They stood at the top of the ramp and looked around at some American flags waved in the audience. Hassan then turned his head and spat on the floor to the side of him before they made their way down the ramp and into the ring, Hassan stopping outside to pray in his trademark entrance before joining Ameera. Ameera took hold of a mic and got ready to introduce the 'Great' one at her side.

Ameera: "You should all be standing when you are greeted with such Greatness, you should all be worshipping the man that stands in this ring **heat**. This man, this 'Greatness' that you see before your eyes has come here to this place of greed, this town that no one cares about **HEAT**, he has come here so you could listen to his words. Now listen to the words and wisdom of the Greatest Unbeaten man on Raw, the 'Great' Muhammad Hassan." **HEAT**

Ameera hands the mic over to Hassan who is getting real heat from the fans as USA chants start up and upset him. He looks around at the audience before he goes to speak.

Hassan: "When you hear my music, when you see I am around, you should get down on your knees and worship a True Living Legend standing here. **Heat** This attitude is typical of America today, you have no respect, you have no conciense of the hurt and damage your nation is doing to other countries. You do not care about the innocent people being killed around the world as long as all of you are ok living in this filthy rich country, a country made rich on people like me, a country that steals our oil, our money for your own self pleasures. This United that represents this country, the name for which it is built upon is only that, it is United for people only living in this country. You do not want outsiders coming here and showing you that we are better than you, **heat** you do not want foreignors to come to this nation and prove to you all that we love the world unlike you American's, that we care about Justice for everyone. **heat** Justice, that is something that I have not heard in this company, where is the justice in me being held down by all you Americans for something I didn't do, I saw the horrors of that day, I wept when you wept, I felt the pain inside for what happened that day several years ago, and yet I have been made to suffer by you all. I am an Arab-American, I was born in this country, and up until that day, that tragic day when so many innocent lives were lost, I was treated as an American. But you all turned on me, every one of you looked at me different, when I walked down the street you crossed the road, when I walked into a shop, people left thinking I was there to harm you, this is not Justice, this is Discrimination. Discrimination against one man, one man who has done nothing but tried to show you the error of your ways, to make you realise that we are not all the same. Since I debuted in this company, I have been pushed down, I have been disrespected by everyone I meet, and that includes everyone backstage, from the referee's to even Vince McMahon himself. I have been here for a long time it seems, yet, I have still not been given a chance, I have never been given a chance to show the world that I am a leader, I am a True Champion. I am unbeaten on Raw, the only man who so far no one has been able to pin cleanly, and yet, no one has challenged me, no champion on this show dare risk their belt against the one man that you all fear. So tonight, I, 'The Great' Muhammad Hassan are calling out any Champion to challenge you to a match, anyone who is not scared to lose their belt to someone as Great as me!"

Hassan waited along with Ameera as some music kicked in, 'Im not a lady to be messed with' and out walked the WWE Women's Champion Victoria. She stopped at the top of the ramp with her title belt around her waist holding a mic.

Hassan: "A woman, is this the best the company can do, is send out a woman to take me on?"

Victoria: "I'm not out here for you, I'm here for that trollop at your side **pop as Hassan looks furious and Ameera takes the mic off him** Last night on Heat, you beat me, you and your little Arabian friend there, and tonight, I want a piece of you both."

Ameera: "How dare you come out here and ridicule and upset the 'Great' Muhammad Hassan. Last night you got what you deserved, you lost the match because you are not aligned with 'Greatness', you are not with someone who protects them when they come to harm. You challenge us to a match tonight, then we shall accept your match, because we are unbeatable as a team, and you are just a woman who has no one to help back you up!"

Victoria: "That isn't so actually, I have a Tag Team Partner, I found someone to be with me tonight, someone who will help me beat the two of you back from where you came."

As Victoria dropped the mic, the music hit, 'Join The Revolution!' and out walked to some new music, Matt Hardy wearing his newly won Intercontinental Championship belt. The two then made their way down the ramp to the ring to a good pop from the fans as a referee rushed down to join them as we headed to a break.

OR: 72.6%

AD BREAKS

JR: "We are back and the match is all set, Muhammad Hassan with Ameera will face the Women's Champion Victoria and Intercontinental Champion Matt Hardy in mixed tag team action now."

Mixed Tag Team Match:

Victoria / Matt Hardy vs 'The Great' Muhammad Hassan / Ameera

Victoria and Matt worked well, and Matt worked over Hassan well until Ameera got tagged in which brought in Victoria as the ref demanded the change. Victoria took control on Ameera and whipped her around the ring with vicious shots on the return.

As Matt reached out for the tag on Victoria who by now had been knocked down to the mat by Ameera, Hassan jumped in which brought in Matt Hardy as the ref went to stop Hardy. This allowed Hassan to get in and they double teamed Victoria before Hassan hit for the 2nd time on Victoria, an Inverted STO before Hardy jumped in and chased after Hassan as he slid out the ring and chased up the ramp. Ameera covered Victoria and the ref counted not seeing the interference and Ameera picked up the victory over Victoria before Matt came running back down.

Ameera got out the ring quickly as Matt checked in on Victoria, with Hassan now standing back on the ramp and was soon joined by Ameera, before he did his trademark prayer with Hardy looking on in anger.

Winners: 'The Great' Muhammad Hassan / Ameera

MR: 70.3%

MQ: 62.0%

OR: 69.5%

Arrivals of the Bride & Groom!

JR: "Folks, earlier on tonight before the show started we saw the arrival of the groom tonight, The Master, Randy Orton along with what he calls the Lord of Darkness, Damien **Footage aired of them arriving in a black limo as they stepped out and walked into the corridor backstage**. They arrived earlier, and just moments ago we saw the arrival of the bride, Stacy Keibler. **Footage aired next indicating moments ago in the corner, as another large black Limo pulled up, and out stepped Kane, Hurricane and Rosey before out stepped the bride Stacy Keibler wearing a long black robe covering her with the hood down.** Folks, later tonight we shall bear witness to these two people, Randy Orton and Stacy Keibler as they head down the aisle in a Wedding From Hell."

OR: 69.6%

Tonight, Partners, Tomorrow, Who Knows?

Elsewhere backstage we caught up with Christian and the man he saved last week from the hands of Edge, Chris Benoit getting ready for their match next. Benoit stopped Christian as he was about to leave the room.

Benoit: "Listen up Christian, what you did last week, I'm grateful for that, but I want you to know, after our tag match next, it's a whole different ball game. You want revenge on Edge, well so do I, and I'm telling you, because of what you did last week and also because your a fellow Canadian, that I won't stop at nothing to get my hands on him, do we understand each other?"

Christian: "Yeah, we understand each other, but just for the records, I want you to know, as a fellow Canadian, and someone who wants a piece of Edge, that If you get in my way, then you will have to pay the price as well, because this one is going out to all my peep's out there tonight!" **Christian taps his chest three times**

Benoit and Christian get in a small staredown before they both then leave the room and make their way down the corridor for their tag match up next.

OR: 81.6%

AD BREAKS

JR: "Last week Christian thought Edge was stealing his spotlight, well tonight Chris Benoit and Christian team up and they will be facing Edge and Gene Snitsky in tag team action."

Tag Team Match:

Chris Benoit / Christian vs Edge / Gene Snitsky

Edge and Benoit went at it first and Benoit dominated until Snitsky jumped in and took control as the big man in the ring. Some quick tags kept Snitksy and Edge in control until Benoit moved out the way from an Edge spear as he hit the ringpost hard and collapsed back, allowing Benoit to make the tag to Christian as Edge just made it to Snitsky to tag.

Christian jumped in, ducked Snitsky's clothesline and knocked Edge off the ring apron before coming back and attacking Snitsky. The ending came shortly after as Christian was able to set Snitsky up and hit a Un-Prettier on Snitsky before covering and picking up the victory. Edge started to attack Benoit on the outside until Christian ran out and chased him off, as both Benoit and Christian climbed back in the ring looking up at Edge.

Christian was about to climb out the ring when Benoit pulled him back and the fans popped thinking something was gonna happen, but Benoit put his hand out as Christian looked around the audience and eventually put his out as they shook hands before Christian walked off leaving Benoit in the ring.

Winners: Christian / Chris Benoit

MR: 78.0%

MQ: 77.0%

OR: 84.2%

Last Week's High's & Low's!

A video aired next showing William Regal tapping out to Ric Flair in the ring after Flair had hit a low blow on him before locking in a Figure 4 Leglock. It was then followed by Shelton Benjamin beating Triple H in a dumpster match by closing the lid on him after knocking him out with a chair shot.

OR: 58.1%

JR: "Last week, Ric Flair made William Regal tap out, but only thanks to some outside interference from Trish Stratus, while Shelton Benjamin picked up another win against Triple H in a Dumpster match, tonight these four men will be in Tag Team action, let's goto the ring."

Tag Team Match:

Triple H / Ric Flair vs William Regal / Shelton Benjamin

Triple H and Flair came out to a mixed reaction, before Shelton and Regal came out to a good pop from the fans. The match got under way with Flair and Benjamin kicking it off.

After a while Regal was in the ring with Triple H as he fought back and sent Triple H over the top into a backdrop, before Flair ran to be met with the same. This got Shelton involved who ran in and clotheslined Triple H over the top rope and out before he climbed out after him leaving Regal and Flair in the ring.

Outside the ring Triple H turned Benjamin around and whipped him into the steel steps, before he crashed him face first into the ring post. Triple H then went under the ring and took out his trusty sledgehammer, as he climbed back in the ring. Regal was setting up to hit Flair when Triple H came from behind and smashed the hammer against Regal's back who collapsed in agony. The referee called for the bell as he disqualified Triple H for the use of an illegal weapon.

Triple H didn't care though as he waited as Shelton made his way into the ring and turned to be met by a smash to the face from Triple H's sledgehammer sending him down as he rolled over a few times before the camera caught a close up of his face and revealed a nasty cut on his forehead.

Flair got to his feet and started to beat up Regal and Shelton some more as Triple H threw the ref out the ring, and took hold of a mic.

HHH: "I told you Shelton, you don't piss off the Game, Triple H. I warned you to get out of town before and you never listened, well now, you are gonna pay the price."

Triple H dropped the mic as he went over and brought the hammer down into Shelton's ribs as he screamed out in pain before officials came running down and into the ring. They pulled back Triple H and Flair who eventually got out of the ring and made their way up the ramp as medics checked on the two injured men in the ring.

Winners: William Regal / Shelton Benjamin (Via DQ)

MR: 77.4%

MQ: 71.6%

OR: 78.9%

Marriage Next!

After the match, another video aired this time showing moments of the Gathering in action and The Master (Orton) winning the Title two weeks ago before being unmasked last week and hitting an RKO on Batista. It showed The Master and Stacy Keibler together, and announced that the wedding from hell would be up next.

OR: 49.6%

AD BREAKS

JR: "We have just had our final break, and we are all set for what some fans have been waiting for, they used to know him as The Master, but last week we all saw just who this man is, and tonight, none other than Randy Orton will wed his bride Stacy Keibler Live on Raw. Folks, we apologise for anything you hear over the next half an hour during this ceremony, we will tell you that this is not a usual priest we have been told to expect, but someone who is associated with the dark forces that seem to surround the Gathering. Here they come, let's go and find out what is gonna happen."

Wedding From Hell!

The Gathering's music started, and out walked Damien and the Groom, The Master (Randy Orton) weaing a long black robe, covering his face. They made their way down the ramp and climbed into the ring as The Master stood in the center, the music still playing and slowly removed the hood from covering his face to reveal it was still Randy Orton. Damien then handed a mic over to Orton as the music died down.

Orton: "Two weeks ago, I took the World Heavyweight Championship **heat**, Last week, Batista took my Identity **pop**, but this week, I shall finally take my Bride **heat**. The world is the stage from which the Gathering is the puppeteers, we pull the strings that make your life what it is, we can make you laugh, and cry and we can destroy your lives in simple movement, just like we have done to Batista. I still remember the times we had together Dave, when we were part of Evolution, when Triple H ran both of our lives, and I still recall the moment it all changed for me. The moment when I first won that World Heavyweight Championship Belt, the moment when I was high on your shoulders, being paraded around for the world to see their new and youngest ever champion. But then, you made your choice Batista, you did what Triple H wanted you to do, the turn of the hands, the thumbs up turned to thumbs down by Hunter and you dropped me, you set in the motion what I have become today. That moment, that one single moment brought me here where I stand right now, here, standing as the World Heavyweight Champion once again, and at your expense. You paid the price for your decision Batista, you may no longer be involved with Evolution, but you are still an enemy of the Master, and as The Master I have gained power, Hunger, the strength to once again take the heights, to stand above you all and look down on you as your champion. Thanks to this man, Damien, **Heat**, this man who showed me the way forward, he showed me what I was missing, what I needed to get back to where I once was. That fateful day, April 4th 2005, the day the Legend Killer finally died, was the day that the Master was born. After I left that night, when I lost to that man known only as The Undertaker **POP**, I trawled the pubs and clubs, looking for pity, looking to drown my sorrows, knowing I was a nobody once again. The sound of that crowd cheering for Taker still echoed through my mind, and yet, I felt numb, numb from the pain that I was going through, the times I had given my all and these mere mortals, these so called fans didn't appreciate what I gave **heat**, and it was on that fatefull night, that night when my life almost came to an end for me, that I found hope, I found a way back, a mission in my life to reach down and take what I once held so dear to myself. This man showed me the path, not to the light, but to the Darkness, he showed me more power than any of you could imagine, and he showed me the way I could make an impact back in this company. Together, we helped each other to fulfill our destiny, for Damien, to seek revenge on the man who had him committed, who had his life thrown away like a paper bag, the man you know as Mr McMahon **POP**. For myself, it was to gain revenge on those who had pushed me down, those people who had caused me to crash and burn, and in the end we helped each other to reach our goals. Vince still does not want to know his part in our mission, for he is the missing piece of the puzzle from which we shall finally show the World what we have become. For myself, I have finally found what I was looking for, the Championship is once again in my possession and no one, not Batista, not Triple H, NO ONE, will take that away from me ever again! **heat** But tonight, you have all come here to see a Wedding, a sacred marriage between two people who love each other. Tonight, I am proud to bring to you, The Gathering's Wedding From Hell!"

The Master moved the mic and put it in the corner as the wedding theme hit, and Damien and The Master stood in the ring awaiting the bride to be. Out first walked Kane, in a suit which made a change of look for him, as behind him walked the bride, Stacy Keibler, wearing a long black gown covering her whole body, as they made their way down the steps as Hurricane and Rosey, both in suits as well, came from behind Stacy covering the rear entrance for any sudden attacks.

They got down to the ring as Stacy walked the steps and Damien opened the ropes for her to climb through as she made her way over to the middle and took The Master's hand as they stood. From sat outside walked in a priest, as he climbed through the ropes and stood in front of a mic placed there ready to start the marriage, Kane, standing inside the ring along with Damien, as Hurricane and Rosey waited outside.

Priest: "Dearly Beloved, we are gathered together here in the sign of The Devil – and in the face of this company – to join together this man and this woman in Unholy matrimony. Into this Unholy estate these two persons present now come to be joined. If any person can show just cause why they may not be joined together – let them speak now or forever hold their peace."

The fans waited but no response as they looked around hoping someone would come out to ruin once again another WWE Wedding. Instead, the priest carried on his words.

Priest: "Through marriage, The Master and Stacy Keibler make a commitment together to face their disappointments – embrace their dreams – realize their hopes – and accept each other’s failures. The Master and Stacy Keibler will promise one another to aspire to these ideals throughout their lives together – through mutual understanding – openness – and sensitivity to each other. Do you The Master take Stacy Keibler to be your wife – to live together after The Devil's ordinance – in the Unholy estate of matrimony? Will you love her, comfort her, honor and keep her, in sickness and in health or until you don't require her services any more, for richer, for poorer, for worse, in sadness and in joy, to cherish and continually bestow upon her your heart’s deepest devotion, forsaking all others unless you grow weary of her, keep yourself only unto her as long as you both shall live, or you dispose of her at your own will?"

Master: "I DO!"

Priest: "Do you Stacy Keibler take The Master to be your husband – to live together after The Devil's ordinance – in the Unholy estate of matrimony? Will you love him, comfort him, honor and keep him, in sickness and in health, for richer, for poorer, in sickness or for worse, in sadness and in joy, to cherish and continually bestow upon him your heart’s deepest devotion, forsaking all others who shall stand in your way, keep yourself only unto him as long as you both shall live."

JR: "Say No Stacy, JUST SAY YOU DON'T."

Stacy: "I DO!"

Priest: "Please exchange your rings!"

Both The Master and Stacy place their ring on the other one's finger as they finished and looked back at the Priest.

Priest: "May you always share with each other the gifts of hate – be one in heart and in mind if you both have any – may you always create a home together that puts in your hearts – love – generosity and hateness towards others who want to hurt you all.

In as much as The Master and Stacy Keibler have consented together in marriage before this company of friends and family and have pledged their faith in the Darkness – and declared their unity by giving and receiving a ring – are now joined.

You have pronounced yourselves husband and wife.

What – therefore – The Devil has joined together – let no man put asunder.

And so, by the power vested in me and the Almighty Lord of Darkness himself the Devil, I now pronounce you man and wife – and may your worst days be hurtful and be long upon the earth.

You may now kiss the bride!"

JR: "Damn you Orton, damn you for doing this to someone like Stacy, your sick that's what you are, and I hope you suffer for this."

OR: 72.4%

Title Shot - Rematch!

As The Master looked on at his new found bride, Stacy Keibler. He moved in to kiss her as the fans suddenly popped big time as music hit around the arena.

JR: "Bah Gawd, Here's the former champion, HERE COMES BATISTA."

From the top of the stage area out walked Batista. He stood there looking around at the fans and down at the Gathering stood waiting as The Master looked furious at being disturbed during his final moments of his wedding.

Orton: "How dare you come out here and interupt me and my wife in our unholy marriage ceremony."

Batista: "Listen up Randy, I don't give a crap about your marriage, I didn't come out here to stop it, which is why I waited until now to show myself here. For all I care you could marry that bitch standing by your side Damien **pop**. I am here because I have spoken to Vince, and he has promised me that I did have in my contract a clause which meant I got a rematch for that belt. **POP as the Master looks unhappy at this announcement**!"

Orton: "You had your chance Dave, you blew it just like you blew everything you have ever had. Your are worth nothing now, you are nothing without this title, and I don't care if it's Vince, or the King of England, you don't get a title shot until you have proved your worth it."

Batista: "Your right, I do need to show I am worth a rematch, which is why I had Vince draw up a little plan, you see, next week, I am gonna be going up against one of you, I don't really care who it is, but when I've finished with them, then I'll make an example out of another member of your little Addams Family group, and I'll do it again and again until I have gone through every damn member you have, and then, I will finally get my hands on you Randy, and when I do, that belt, that World Heavyweight Championship will be coming back where it belongs, around my waist. You used to call yourself the Legend Killer, well I finally plan on burying you for GOOD!"

The fans popped as Batista's music played and Damien and The Master spoke in the ring as they looked up at Batista before he made his way backstage as we ended the program on a shot of the Gathering stood in the ring looking worried at the announcement of Batista.

JR: "YES, NEXT WEEK FOLKS, BATISTA WILL FACE ONE OF THE MEMBERS OF THE GATHERING, BAH GAWD WHAT A WEDDING, AND NEXT WEEK WE MAY HAVE A MASSACRE ON OUR HANDS!"

OR: 74.6%

Overall Rating: 61.5%

WWE Sunday Night Heat

Sunday 24th July 2005

TV Audience:  522,502 viewers (down by 22,734)

Overall Rating:  63.6%

Chris Masters def. Christy Hemme (Submission with Masterlock as Christy Introduced Masters as ring announcer but Masters got Christy in Lock and left her unonciouss after he thought she was making fun of him).

MR:  46.2%

MQ:  49.8%

OR:  26.9%

Non Title Match:

Ameera w/ Hassan def. Victoria (Pinfall after Hassan interfered and hit Inverted STO on Victoria)

MR:  62.0%

MQ:  50.8%

OR:  59.9%

Kane def. Tyson Tomko (Pinfall with Chokeslam)

MR:  66.1%

MQ:  69.0%

OR:  74.8%

WWE Raw

Live from Ottawa, Canada

Monday 18th July 2005

Attendance: 4,586

TV Audience: 872,162 viewers (up by 43,831)

The show kicked off with moments from last week, footage aired of The Master winning the WWE World Heavyweight Championship Belt against Batista after Damien cost Batista the title. The credits then hit and we are Live.

JR: "Welcome everyone to Raw, we are coming to you live from Ottawa in Canada and we have a huge night for you planned."

Huge Match Tonight!

JR: "We have some huge matches tonight folks, and none more than our Main Event, Triple H will go one on one with the man who he hasn't beaten fairly inside the ring, Shelton Benjamin. Who can forget Shelton beating Triple H two weeks running when he first got drafted to Raw some time ago now, and tonight they will get it on again, and Triple H still has yet to announce what stipulation will be in this match."

OR: 57.4%

Tonight, It's Time To Take Out The Garbage!

As Evolution's theme played, out walked three of the members, Triple H, Ric Flair and Trish Stratus all in business suits, as they made there way down to the ring before climbing inside, Triple H throwing his water bottle into the crowd before climbing in, as Flair went and took hold of a mic and handed it over to the beautiful Trish Stratus.

Trish: "Before I hand this over to the Greatest Wrestler alive today, and soon to be World Heavyweight Champion for the Eleventh Time, I have a few choice words about what happened last week. You all saw someone get screwed last week, **pop thinking Batista**, you all saw an injustice in this very ring last week and I want to announce my thoughts on it. Last week, that tramp, that witch, Stacy Keibler screwed me over when she ran in and cost me my match against Victoria. **heat** Stacy, you don't wanna mess with me, because everyone knows that the Queen B is right here in this ring, and when you mess with a Bitch, you'll pay like one. So I suggest you get your little friends to help you, because when I get my hands on you, your little trance state your in won't be able to help you, neither will your so called Fiance, The Master, because I plan on taking you out, and then I'm gonna show your boyfriend just what he's missing in the bedroom."

Trish then hands the mic over to Triple H.

HHH: "Trish, everyone knows your the Queen Bitch around here, hell, why do you think we hired you for Evolution, your the greatest Women's Champion ever, so don't worry about that tramp at the moment, because we have got bigger plans, and first, will be getting you back that title you got screwed out of by Victoria. **heat** But as for tonight, you all came here to see some action, you all turned up because you knew the Greatest Wrestler Alive today will be in this very ring, Triple H. **HEAT** You see, last week I challenged that punk assed kid Shelton Benjamin to a match, and tonight, we are gonna get it on. But, what Shelton doesn't know is what type of match this will be. It could be, a Cage Match **pop**, it could be, a Hardcore Match **pop**, it could even be the most brutal match in the history of this business, A Hell In A Cell **POP** All you have to worry about Shelton is getting out of this stinking town **heat**, the sooner you run, the sooner you'll have a life to lead. Tonight, Shelton, I'm gonna show you just who I am, I am the Ten Times World Heavyweight Champion, I am the Greatest Wrestler Alive Today, and I am just what they say, I am the Cerebral Assasin. As for you, what's the best you have ever done? You won the Tag Team belts over on that 2nd rate show Smackdown **pop**, you've won the Intercontinental Championship, I suppose I should applaud you for that **HHH applaudes badly**. But you have never won the big one, you have never won the most prized possession in this industry today, You say it's all about the Benjamins, well tonight it's all about The Game, and The Game is ready to PLAY!"

**Chant starts up by fans, 'We Want Stevie' asking for Steven Richards**

HHH: "Can you believe this Naitch, these people are actually wanting that piece of garbage. I mean, do they know exactly how stupid he is? **Naitch shakes his head** Listen up people, Steven Richards is not here tonight, you see after last week's performance, and yes he may have beaten Rosey, and yes he may have been 'The Mountie', but he's not here tonight to come out for you, and do you know why? Because the dumb idiot went to the wrong place, We told him last week that this week Raw was coming from Ottawa, and what did he do? He went to a place called Otterworld and has been staying there all week waiting for everyone to turn up."

OR: 86.2%

Legends Challenge!

After Triple H finished, some music played to a nice pop from the fans, and out walked smartly dressed, William Regal holding a mic and standing at the top of the ramp.

Regal: "Well if it isn't the loser's once again appearing in the ring, I was sat backstage and I have to say, what a ghastly opening few minutes we have here, and I knew we needed some class which is why I came out here. **pop** I'm here because I believe I heard rightly backstage, that you Triple H have a match with Shelton Benjamin, and that the hussy also in that ring Trish Stratus **pop** also is looking for Stacy Keibler, but I never heard anything about that old man standing next to you, I believe he's your father Hunter because you always have your mouth stuck to his ass!" **POP**

Triple H is furious, but Flair is worse as he rips off his jacket to a nice pop from the fans and takes hold of the mic from Hunter.

Flair: "You listen here you British pompous git, you want a piece of me! You want a piece of the greatest champion so far?"

Regal: "Well if you would be so gratefull as to put your teeth back in first so I could understand a bloody word you are saying?" **POP**

Flair: "Listen up if you can understand English, if you want a piece of The Greatest World Champion you got it, tonight, me and you Regal, in this ring!"

Regal: "Ah, so as I understand it, I believe you have accepted my challenge? But only if your sure you have enough ass left after both Trish Stratus and Triple H have kissed it enough?"

Flair totally loses it and goes to climb out the ring but is held back by Hunter and Trish.

Regal: "Fine my dear boy, then I'll see you later on tonight in the ring. Oh, I have something that I'm sure you will understand."

William Regal then offers a two finger salute in the air at Evolution, who look fuming at this abusive salute to them.

Regal: "What's wrong, it's custom in England to stick two fingers up at your opponents, it represents Victory!"

Regal then goes on to keep putting his salute to Evolution as he smiles before he walks off leaving Evolution angry in the ring.

OR: 80.9%

AD BREAKS

6 Man Tag Team Match:

Rhyno, Robert Conway and Chris Jericho vs Maven, Simon Dean & Shawn Michaels

Thsi six man tag didn't last long as that, as Chris Jericho and Shawn Michaels got involved with each other and they took themselves out of the match as Jericho chased Shawn over the barrier and through the crowd disappearing backstage.

This left a Tag Team match as Rhyno was able to hit a Gore on Maven, before Conway got to hit a Whiplash on Simon Dean for the victory and celebrated with Rhyno.

Winners: Robert Conway

MR: 72.3%

MQ: 71.8%

OR: 78.0%

Taking Advantage?

Backstage we found Val Venis walking down the corridor as he stops, lifts up his two hands to represent a camera lens and looks through them down the corridor as we turn to see 'The Great' Muhammad Hassan's friend, Ameera standing there making a drink. Venis walks forward as he goes right up behind her. He goes to speak which shocks her as he is so close.

Val: "Hello, Lady!"

Ameera jumps as she turns and is met with Venis's face right up close to her.

Ameera: "Do you mind, move back you freak!"

Val: "My, My, what a sweet piece we have here. Listen, I am about to make another movie, in it I will play an Arab just like the legendary Valentino, and I am looking for my leading lady, and I think, seem's as you are dressed for the part **he looks at her Arabic Costume she is wearing**, I think you may be in with a shot, but of course, we have to have a screen test, and I'm sure you will be able to fill my requirements."

Val looks at Ameera and licks his thumb, smiling at her as she looks behind him and Venis realises someone is there. Val Venis turns around and sees 'The Great' Muhammad Hassan stood behind him as he turns to face him.

Hassan: "How dare you, how dare you come up to Ameera and talk about and even think of her in that way. Ameera is a Princess, she is the most precious thing I hold and what you have just done is unforgiveable. You have humiliated not only myself, but Ameera and you shall pay the price of your sacriliedge."

Hassan looks at Venis, and then he looks down at his feet and spits on them before he turns back up to Venis who is looking down at what just took place.

Venis then just snaps and hits Hassan who falls back a bit, but he is then taken back himself when from behind Ameera smashes a bottle over his head as Venis crashes to the floor as officials run in to break it up.

Ameera and Hassan are pushed away as they check on Venis clutching his head after the attack from behind by Ameera.

OR: 72.0%

Psyched?

Backstage in a locker room we found Christian preparing for his match coming up next as he gets ready before leaving the locker room and walking down the corridor.

OR: 77.4%

AD BREAKS

JR: "We're back, and 'The Great' Muhammad Hassan and Val Venis getting involved backstage moments go, but as you saw Christian is heading this way and he is set to go one on one with Chris Benoit."

Chris Benoit vs Christian

Benoit showed some great Technical ability and got close falls on Christian who was able to get out of each one. Benoit almost finished it though as he was able to take down Christian, but he couldn't just lock in the Crippler Crossface, as Christian was able to make it to the ropes in time. Chris Benoit got up and argued with the ref, and this allowed Christian to cheat as he rolled Benoit up from behind and held onto the ropes as the ref covered and hit the three count awarding the win to Christian.

Winners: Christian

MR: 79.1%

MQ: 88.0%

OR: 85.9%

A Saviour?

After the match, Christian climbed out the ring to go and take hold of a mic, when Edge suddenly came running down and slid in to attack Chris Benoit. Edge started a beat down on Benoit as Christian turned back to see what was happening in the ring. He looked angry with Edge coming out to steal his spotlight of a victory over Benoit, and he slid in before he grabbed Edge and pulled him off and shoved him away.

Edge turned around and looked back at Christian who was furious and started pointing at both Edge and himself about how he's stealing his spotlight. Edge just ignores him though and goes to try and attack Benoit again who is being attended by the referee. Only, Christian stopped him and shoved Edge back as he bounced back against the ropes and looked at Christian. Edge moved forward and went face to face with Christian as the fans popped over it. Edge then took a step back, as Christian slapped his own chest three times and kissed his fingers before pointing to his peep's in trademark fashion.

Edge had enough, as he slapped Christian across the face. The slap surrounded the arena, as the fans enjoying this Canadian show of testosterone. Christian held his face before he snapped and within a moment, he slapped Edge back right across his face. Suddenly officials came running down and jumped in the ring to break it up as Edge tried to get to Christian only for officials to block both their paths and Edge got pulled out the ring and taken up the ramp pointing up at Christian still stood in the ring being held back himself.

OR: 79.7%

Match Next?

A video aired next of earlier as 'The Great' Muhammad Hassan and Ameera attacked Val Venis as he tried to pick up Ameera. We then saw the match as it was announced that up next we would see both of them in action, Val Venis vs 'The Great' Muhammad Hassan.

OR: 50.0%

AD BREAKS

JR: "We are all set everyone, after what took place earlier tonight, Val Venis will go one on one with 'The Great' Muhammad Hassan after he stated that Val had looked at Ameera the wrong way."

Val Venis vs 'The Great' Muhammad Hassan w/ Ameera

Hassan picked up the victory in this match as he got good heat from the fans along with Ameera in his corner. Venis went up top for the Money Shot, but Ameera distracted the ref, and he flew off to be met with knees to the stomach by Hassan. Hassan then took advantage, getting Venis up on his feet and hitting an Inverted STO before covering for the victory and pinfall as the ref counted.

After the match, Ameera walked into the ring and lifted Hassan's hand in victory, before she whispered something into his ear as his eyes lit up and bulged out, as he moved over and put some more boots to a semi-conciouss Val Venis as Ameera distracted the referee from stopping him. Hassan then got down and set Venis up in a Camel Clutch as he pulled back on Venis's neck as he screamed out in pain before after a few moments he passed out. More officials ran down and eventually they gathered together and got Hassan to break the hold as Hassan and Ameera left together looking pleased with the violence they just did to Val Venis.

Winners: 'The Great' Muhammad Hassan

MR: 66.7%

MQ: 67.4%

OR: 66.8%

Champion's Arrival?

Backstage in the parking lot we saw a large black limo pull down the driveway and stop inside as the driver got out and walked around to open the door. Out stepped the Gathering, Kane, Stacy Keibler, Rosey & The Hurricane, and finally, Damien followed by The new World Heavyweight Champion The Master. They walked off into the arena as they prepared for tonight.

OR: 68.6%

JR: "Well, the Champion has arrived tonight and he looks happy along with his Gathering, but folks coming up right now, we have a classic match for you, William Regal at the top of the show challenged Legend Ric Flair to a match tonight, and we are all set for it, let's goto Lillian in the ring."

William Regal vs Ric Flair

Regal got a nice pop from the fans as he came out, followed by a big pop for Legend Ric Flair as he made his way down to the ring, getting the referee to open the ropes so he could climb through inside. The match eventually got underway as Regal took early advantage, and knocked Flair down on several occassions. Flair come back and used some dirty tricks to take over the match, using everything he could behind the ref's back including biting Regal in the ear.

The referee lost control after a while and the two eventually just broke loose on each other, Regal sending Flair to the ropes and hitting a big back drop. Regal got ready to finish the match off when out ran Trish Stratus, she came down and jumped up onto the ring apron distracting the referee and Regal who complained about it.

Regal turned as he got met with a poke of the fingers to the eyes, disabling his vision for a while as Flair got down on one knee and hit a low blow behind the ref's back. Trish saw what was happening and after Flair hit the move, she jumped down as the referee turned around with Flair getting ready as he grabbed Regal's foot and danced before finally locking in a Figure 4 Leglock on the British Superstar. William Regal tried holding out, but in the end it was too much as he finally tapped out, with the referee calling for the belt. Flair wouldn't let go at first though until the referee broke it up and Flair stood up to be congratulated by Trish Stratus raising his hand in victory. They then slowly made their way up the ramp as the ref checked on William Regal.

Winners: Ric Flair

MR: 73.5%

MQ: 62.0%

OR: 80.7%

AD BREAKS

JR: "Here we go everyone, the Main Event is set, Shelton Benjamin is looking to pick up another victory over Triple H, but just what type of match is he gonna choose, let's goto Lillian in the ring."

Triple H vs Shelton Benjamin

'Aint no stopping us now' started as out came Shelton Benjamin to a good pop from the fans, he made his way down to the ring and climbed inside awaiting the arrival of the Game. 'Its time to play the Game' started up and out walked Triple H holding a mic. He stood at the top of the ramp waiting for his music to end before he began to speak.

HHH: "Shelton, I told you that you were gonna get your ass beaten tonight, and thanks to Vince, I get to choose just what type of match we are gonna have, and I can think of nothing better, than taking out the garbage!"

Triple H disappeared backstage, until he came back pushing a large dumpster bin. He pushed it onto the stage area and left it there before he walked down to the ring, as Lillian indicated what the rules of this match were, which are throwing your opponent into the Dumpster and closing the lid on them.

WWE Dumpster Match:

The two fought inside the ring as the dumpster was left at the top of the stage area, awaiting it's victim. Shelton pulled off some good moves, and hit a splash in the corner on Triple H which stunned him, before hitting a T-Bone Supllex and covering, only for the ref to indicate he couldn't win that way. Shelton then pulled Triple H up, sending him to the ropes and clotheslining him to the outside before going out after him.

The small break gave Triple H an advantage as Shelton came in and Triple H took over, sending Shelton crashing into the steel steps hard. Triple H looked around at the fans, and picked Shelton up before crashing him back against the ring, his back connecting on the edge. Triple H then moved him back a few steps, and lifted him up for a supplex as Shelton crashed down hard on the steel ramp area.

Triple H made his way up the ramp to the dumpster, and he opened the lid. He then looked back down on Shelton who had got to his feet, and he ran at Triple H but he ducked and Shelton went over him crashing inside the dumpster. Triple H looked happy with this easy victory, and he moved to grab the lid and close it when Shelton's hand popped up and blocked him ending the match. Shelton jumped up and started to lay right hands to Triple H who staggered before Shelton grabbed him and dragged him inside the huge dumpster full of rubbish.

Some loud bangs were heard from inside as both men disappeared to the bottom, before after a moment, Shelton Benjamin popped up to the top and climbed outside. He looked as he saw Triple H's hand reach the top of the dumpster as he was starting to get to his feet. Shelton suddenly disappeared backstage, and after a moment he returned carrying a steel chair. Triple H was getting up as he looked out of the dumpster, looking dizzy at the beating when Shelton took a swing and the chair connected with Triple H's head as the sound echoed around the arena. Triple H collapsed backwards inside the dumpster, as Shelton dropped the chair and moved to take hold of the lid, as he turned it over and shut it, as the bell sounded and the referee lifted Shelton's arm in victory as he celebrated another victory over the ten times champion.

JR: "He's done it, Shelton Benjamin has once again beaten Triple H at his own game, bah gawd what will Triple H have to say about this now, he can't beat this kid."

Winners: Shelton Benjamin

MR: 93.4%

MQ: 68.2%

OR: 91.2%

A Visit To The Chairman?

Backstage we found Chris Jericho walking down the corridor looking angry with what happened in his match at the top of the show. He stopped outside Vince McMahon's door, knocked on it and walked inside closing it behind him. Maria then turned up and put her ear to the door to try and hear what was happening as after a few moments Chris Jericho opened the door and Maria jumped back as Jericho walked out closing the door behind him. Maria stopped him as she got set to ask him a question.

Maria: "Chris, we just saw you go in and come out of the Chairman's Vince McMahon's office, why?"

Jericho: "Why, you wanna know why? **maria nodds her head** I'm not gonna tell you why, all I will say is that next week I have something special for The Heartbreak Kid Shawn Michaels, and that's something you won't want to miss. Now get out of my way!"

Jericho pushes the cameraman aside and walks off down the corridor as the camera sees him disappear around the corner.

OR: 88.1%

JR: "Well you heard it here folks, next week Chris Jericho has some suprise in store for Shawn Michaels, and it could be interesting next week. But it looks like we are gonna be joined out here now, **Gatherings music played** yes, it looks like we are gonna see the new World Heavyweight Champion, The Master."

The Master PLAN?

As we went back to the ring, the music hit in and the monk's chanting started up as the lights dimmed which could only mean one thing, as out walked The Gathering. Rosey & Hurricane led the way as behind walked Damien, and followed by Stacy Keibler arm in arm with her Fiance, The Master weaing a long black robe still as Stacy carried his World Heavyweight Championship over her shoulder. Behind them all covering the rear was Kane who kept an eye to make sure no one was gonna jump them. They walked down to the ring and climbed inside as Damien took hold of a mic and got ready to speak as the lights came back up as all members stood in the ring.

Damien: "Last week you saw a Master at work, you saw the future of this business when the man standing in this ring did something that fourteen other men couldn't do. He reached down and with all the power invested in him, he beat the World Heavyweight Champion, Batista **heat**. His time has come once more, and ever since I met him months ago, I promised him that he would reach the top of the ladder, he would reach the pinnacle that every Superstar in this company wants, and last week he did that when he was crowned the New World Heavyweight Champion. My friend, you have become what you wanted, when you came to me for help, you were at your lowest when I met you and I offered you my wisdom, my thoughts and the chance to seek revenge on those who had hurt you. Now, you have become a hunted man, a target has been placed on your back by all those who seek you out, but with me by your side, and with the Gathering surrounding us, we shall become unstoppable. **heat** No man, woman or child will be able to break the chain, and next week you will take the next step in fulfilling your dream, next week you and your bride shall be married Live here on this stage, and the world shall see A Marriage Made In Hell!"

JR: "Next week folks, we're gonna have a wedding, I don't believe what I am hearing."

The Master smiled along with Stacy as they celebrated with a hug in the center of the ring. Damien then continued his speech.

Damien: "But tonight, my friend, we shall celebrate what you have become, since your arrival in this company, you have shown that you will not be beaten down, that your power grows every day and I have made something to show my support for you, but you also helping me seek revenge on my father, I bring to you, THE MASTER'S TRIBUTE!"

OR: 68.6%

The Tribute?

A video aired next over the titantron, as we saw a Tribute video play dedicated to the Master and what he had done since he made an impact several months ago in the WWE. From his first appearance recruiting Hurricane & Rosey and almost burning Regal and Tajiri alive as they were placed on symbols above a burning ring below, to The Master and Kane destroying Linda McMahon inside her own home, as Vince watched on helpess, to the Master's victory over Vince McMahon at WWE Survivor, and finally showing his crowning glory, winning the World Heavyweight Championship last week by beating Batista.

OR: 68.6%

The Return?

After the video finished, The Master moved over and thanked Damien for what had been shown. He got down on his knees and worshipped the Lord of Darkness, when suddenly the titantron came back on showing the parking lot.

A car screeched down the driveway and stopped, as out stepped the former World Heavyweight Champion, Batista looking angry. He took off his jacket and threw it in the back of the car as the fans popped for his arrival, and he made his way towards the arena entrance slamming his way through the doors and walking down the corridor towards the stage area.

JR: "BATISTA IS HERE, BATISTA IS HERE LIVE ON RAW, YOU HAD BETTER RUN MASTER, YOU HAD BETTER GET THE HELL OUT OF DODGE BECAUSE YOU ARE ABOUT TO PAY FOR YOUR SINS."

OR: 68.6%

AD BREAKS

The Final Chapter Of Mystery Revealed?

The Master and Damien looked shocked in the ring, as Batista's music hit and he appeared on the stage area coming from behind the curtain. He slowly made his way down the ramp as Damien instructed his followers to go and take care of business.

Hurricane rushed out and ran up the ramp but he was met with a huge punch which stunned him, and then Batista picked him up and press slammed him back behind him on the steel ramp as Hurricane rolled away in agony.

Rosey then got out the ring and went up the ramp, only Batista once again took control and clotheslined him as he ran towards Batista. Batista then picked him up and threw him direct into the crowd barrier as he crashed hard and held his back in agony.

Damien instructed the last obstacle for Batista, as Kane climbed out the ring. Batista stood firm though as Kane walked up the ramp and met him. They went face to face before they started trading punches, with Kane taking the early advantage. Kane staggered Batista back up the ramp as the fans started a Batista Chant as Kane and Batista made it back to the top of the ramp. Kane grabbed Batista and went to throw him into the stage area where the screens were, only Batista blocked it, and reversed sending Kane crashing into the stage equipment. Kane staggered as he turned around and Batista kicked him in the gut. He then set him up, as he grabbed Kane and lifted him up and smashed him down hard on top of the ramp area as Batista hit a perfect Batista Bomb on Kane who was knocked out by this vicious blow.

Batista then looked down on the two remaining people in the ring, as Stacy Keibler was stood outside, next to Lillian Garcia for safety by now. He slowly walked down the ramp again as Damien told The Master to stay in the ring, and he climbed outside and stood outside the ring at the bottom of the ramp. Batista stopped at the bottom as Damien stood in his way, and the fans popping wondering what was gonna happen. Damien stood looking at Batista, and then he raised his hands in prayer motion but Batista had other plans. He took hold of Damien by the throat to a huge pop from the fans, and he picked him up and chokeslammed him outside the ring. The Master looked on in terror as all the Gathering were layed unconciouss or in pain going up the ramp and at the top leaving him alone with the Animal.

JR: "BAH GAWD, BATISTA, THE ANIMAL HAS DESTROYED EVERYONE BUT ONE MEMBER, THE MASTER, NOW IT'S TIME, IT'S TIME FOR PAYBACK YOU SON OF A BITCH."

Batista moved around to the steps, and then he climbed up them and through the ropes keeping an eye on The Master making sure he didn't attack while he wasn't looking. Batista stood in the ring looking at the man who last week beat him for the World Heavyweight Championship. The Master took hold of the belt and lifted it in the air, teasing the Animal who didn't like what he was seeing. Batista looked around at the audience, but this gave the Master the moment he needed as he ran forward with the belt. Unfortunately for him, Batista knew what he was gonna do as he ducked down and grabbed The Master as he ran in and hit a huge powerbomb on The Master in the center of the ring as he dropped the belt to the floor.

Batista started to go crazy, as he moved to the ropes and started shaking them violently, he then turned and gave a thumbs down to the Master who was barely staggering to his feet. The fans were going crazy as Batista got set, as he lifted The Master up and hit a huge Batista Bomb in the middle of the ring as he crashed down hard.

Batista had all the Gathering down and out as he looked up at the carnage of destruction he had caused. He then turned to look down at The Master, beaten and in pain as he moved over and took hold of him. He then took hold of the mask and ripped it off the Master's face, as he dropped back down to the floor. The fans looked as they awaited the moment thousands of people were wanting to know since his arrival, just who is The Master?

The Master crouched on the floor, struggling to come to terms with his beating he just took as he staggered up, his hands covering his face, realising he had been unmasked. Batista stood looking at the mask clutched in his right hand at the side of his body before looking at this deranged individual and just who he was. The hands slowly moved away from the face as the place popped big time and Batista stood in a shocked state at just who was stood in the same ring as him as Jr was left stunned in his reaction.

JR: "BAH GAWD, IT CAN'T BE, HE CAN'T BE THE MASTER, THIS CAN'T BE HAPPENING! HE'S BACK!"

There stood, looking face to face with a stunned Batista was none other than, RANDY ORTON! Orton looked at his former friend, as he smiled with a weird grin at what he had done before out of nothing he moved and in one swift move he hit a R-K-O on Batista who crashed down to the mat. Orton jumped to his feet, as he looked down on Batista laying semi-unconciouss in the ring, as the crowd were going wild. Orton made his way towards the ropes, as he picked up the World Heavyweight Championship belt and looked down on his prized possession. He then climbed outside through the ropes as Stacy Keibler came around and supported her Fiance. They slowly walked around the ring and towards the ramp as Orton picked up Damien who was slowly getting back to his feet as they made their way up the ring where Hurriane, Rosey and Kane were just getting to their feet and awaiting their group to join them. They all stopped at the top of the ramp, as Randy Orton looked down on Batista who was just getting back to reality after taking the RKO and looked up to see Orton smiling down on him, grinning with those piercing eyes looking almost directly through him as Batista still in a state of shock at unable to believe the Master was Randy Orton all along. Orton stood in front of the Gathering, as he dropped down to his knees, and raised the hands at the side of his body in a prayer like state as Damien stood behind smiling and Stacy Keibler lifting the belt Orton held high in the air. Kane, Hurricane and Rosey looking down on Batista and smiling at the way they had fooled everyone at who the Master was.

JR: "Someone tell me I'm dreaming, because I can't believe what I just saw, The Master has finally been revealed, and bah gawd it's Randy Orton. All this time we thought he had been gone, and he was here, taking us all for a fool, and destroying everything in his path. Batista can't believe what he's seeing, and what will happen next week, why Randy did you do this, why Randy WHY!!"

The show ended with the image of The Gathering at the top of the ramp, Orton on his knees praying, Stacy holding the title belt high and the rest smiling down at Batista who couldn't believe his eyes.

OR: 68.6%

Overall Rating: 63.5%

WWE Sunday Night Heat

Sunday 17th July 2005

TV Audience:  545,236 viewers (up by 227,847)

Overall Rating:  39.5%

Chris Masters def. James Hendrix (Submission with Masterlock).

MR:  32.3%

MQ:  52.0%

OR:  35.1%

Stacy Keibler def. Lana Star (Pinfall with Spinning Heel Kick)

MR:  39.8%

MQ:  26.2%

OR:  10.7%

William Regal def. The Hurricane (Pinfall with Regal Cutter)

MR:  70.6%

MQ:  67.4%

OR:  75.1%

WWE Raw

Live from Montreal, Canada

Monday 11th July 2005

Attendance: 4,586

TV Audience: 872,162 viewers (up by 43,831)

The show kicked off with moments from last week, footage showed Kane and The Master winning the World Tag Team Titles, followed by the return of Vince McMahon as everyone suddenly attacked Damien in the ring and left him in a brutal state lying in the center of the ring. The credits then hit and we are Live.

JR: "Welcome everyone to Raw, it's Monday night and that can only mean one thing, an explosive night of action right here on WWE Raw. Folks, we are here Live from Montreal, Canada in a place that has so much past with this company, but it looks like we are gonna be joined in the arena by someone tonight."

An Arrival!

The camera showed backstage as we saw a large black limo pull into the parkway and stop. The driver got out and moved to open the back door as out stepped members of the Gathering. Hurricane and Rosey, followed by Stacy Keibler and Kane. From around the other side out of shot of a close up, we moved back to see The Master rolling a wheelchair around the side of the car and sat there, all bruised and battered was Damien. The Master wheeled Damien in the wheelchair and was followed by the rest of the group as they made their way into the arena.

OR: 68.3%

Hype Main Event!

JR: "Folks, one half of tonights Main Event superstars is here, The Master has arrived with a beaten up Damien being wheeled into the arena after last week's brutal beat down by Evolution, Batista and Chris Jericho. Batista will tonight defend his World Heavyweight Championship for the final time in the challenge that was set a few months back by Eric Bischoff, and so far through thick and thin, through some of the toughest matches he has ever seen, Batista has been able to keep his title, and the closest anyone has come to beating him was Chris Jericho last week, but tonight it will be one on one, The Master, Batista tonight Live on Raw. **Y2J's music hits** Well it looks like Chris Jericho is gonna join us out here tonight."

OR: 68.3%

Screwed!

As Jericho's music counted down, the pyros hit and we saw Chris Jericho posing at the top of the ramp. He then whipped around and walked down the ramp posing for the fans on the way before walking the steps and climbing on the outside of the ring area and doing his trademark entrance before climbing through the ropes. He then walked over and took hold of a mic as he got ready to speak to the fans who were still popping for one of their favourites.

Jericho: "Tonight, Raw is Jericho in Montreal, CANADA! **POP** It's good to finally be back home, **pop** I have come out here because of what took place last week, you all saw how I got screwed out of winning the World Heavyweight Championship right **POP** Last week, everyone saw how I pinned Batista right in the middle of the ring, and yet just like every other Canadian in this damn company, we get screwed. Just like Chris Benoit when he got screwed by Triple H after he won at Wrestlemania 20 **pop**, just like Bret Hart **POP**, we all know how he got screwed. Well I am here to demand a rematch, Batista never beat me, out of fourteen opponents Batista has faced with that title over the last few months, I am the only one, the only opponent who took him to the limit, and the only superstar here on Raw who he couldn't beat. **pop** I'm not leaving this ring until I get what I want, I am Chris Jericho, the first Undisputed Champion, the only man to beat both the Rock and Stone Cold Steve Austin in one night. So Batista, I suggest you get your ass out here right now so we can see just who is the real World Heavyweight Champion!"

Jericho waits, and after a moment nothing happens as he stands leaning over the ropes waiting for Batista to come out but nothing. As he went to speak, the crowd gave some great Heat as the music hit **I'm a Sexy Boy** and out walked the Heartbreak Kid, Shawn Michaels. The crowd gave heat due to his screwjob on local hero Bret Hart, with a few attempting to give a small pop for their hero. Shawn made his way down to the ring and climbed inside, Jericho upset at Batista not coming out as Shawn took hold of another mic.

JR: "I think there may be trouble here, Shawn Michaels and Montreal don't mix too well folks."

HBK: "The Showstopper is in town **heat** You know, all I hear is how we all have screwed Canadians, well boo hoo, **heat** your not the only one Batista hasn't beaten in this run he's going through, he hasn't beaten me, the Heartbreak Kid, Shawn Michaels **heat**. If you don't remember, I missed my opportunity when I got shot through a plain glass window, so why don't you stop all this moaning and as you seem to say, SHUT THE HELL UP!"

Jericho: "I'm sure I speak for all these fans when I say to you, who gives a damn what you say! Your not welcome here if you don't remember? You were the reason that this company went through a slump, you were the man who screwed this country in the first place, your nothing more than a hyped up, jumping jack, screw anyone, stab you in the back, sneaky little bastard!"

HBK: "Well, well, well, the man has come out to play. Listen here, and listen up good Y 2 J, I'm the man who deserves a title shot way before you, now I suggest you get your Canadian little ass up that ramp and backstage so the Showstopper can say what he has to say."

Jericho: "I ain't going anywhere, I'm standing right here till I get what I want, and not you, or any other superstar is gonna move me!"

Shawn Michaels stands looking as Chris Jericho just stands there with his arms crossed refusing to move. Suddenly Shawn Michaels strikes hitting a Sweet Chin Music to Chris Jericho which connects and Jericho goes flat out back on the mat, out cold **Heat**.

JR: "Bah Gawd, Shawn has just laid out Canada's own Chris Jericho."

Shawn Michaels looks down on the unconciouss Chris Jericho as the crowd are going crazy at Shawn for attacking Jericho before he looks at the crowd and just climbs out the ring and walks off not caring what the crowd think. He walks up the ramp and disappears backstage as officials run down to check on Jericho who isn't moving.

OR: 80.8%

AD BREAKS

JR: "We're back folks, and before the break we heard from Chris Jericho **footage airs**, and he was interupted by the Heartbreak Kid Shawn Michaels who claimed he should get a title shot well before Jericho, and when Y2J refused to get out the ring, Shawn hit some Sweet Chin Music, and I'm sure we haven't heard the last between these two superstars. But folks, we're set for our opening match, one member of the Gathering is in action, when Rosey will go up against one member of Evolution, in Steven Richards. For the past few weeks, Steven Richards has been going through some sort of transition, and so far he has come out as Ultimate Warrior, Hulk Hogan and last time Earthquake, who knows what he will come out as now."

Rosey vs Steven Richards

Rosey came out and awaited the arrival of Steven Richards. Suddenly some local music played and the fans popped, as out walked in full Canadian Outfit, was Steven Richards as, The Mountie (Jacques Rougeau). He got a good reaction from the fans as he made his way down to the ring. He climbed inside, clutching his shock stick and saluted his opponent. He then removed his red jacket but Rosey attacked from behind.

Rosey dominated the match and it was only when the referee was blindsided that The Mountie grabbed his shock stick he carried down from the corner and turned as he hit Rosey with it, sending shockwaves through his body as he collapsed backwards. The Mountie then covered, and the ref counted as Rosey was still out of it, and The Mountie picked up the win.

After the ref called for the bell, Lillian Garcia climbed into the ring and announced the winner as Steven Richards, when he took hold of the mic off her and spoke a few words.

Mountie: "I am the Mountie, and like I always say, The Mountie ALWAYS GETS HIS MAN!"

The Mountie (Steven Richards) then saluted the home fans of Canada before he made his way off up the ramp and disappeared.

Winners: Steven Richards (As: The Mountie)

MR: 66.8%

MQ: 72.9%

OR: 71.3%

Unbeatable!

Backstage after the match we found Batista and Shelton Benjamin stood getting some drinks from the machine.

Shelton: "Champ, I have to say you did the right then when you left Evolution, you know Triple H was just using you!"

Batista: "Your right, it took me a while to realise it, but beating the living hell out of Triple H, was the greatest moment, no wait, actually, beating Triple H and winning the World Heavyweight Championship was the greatest moment of my life."

Shelton: "Yeah, I know what you mean, when I came to Raw, my first night, it was Triple H who thought he would teach me a lesson, but look what happened. For two weeks running I beat him in that ring, 1-2-3, that was a night to remember. Listen man, do you know Triple H still hasn't beaten me one on one fairly, I hope I get another chance at beating that chump, he's walking around like he owns this place."

Batista then nods his head to Shelton, who realises something as he turns and finds Triple H stood right behind him.

HHH: "So, you think I'm a chump eh? You think I had forgoten about your little lucky 2 weeks you had when you faced me, well I haven't forgotten. You got lucky kid, just like Batista has been with that title, but you said you want another shot at me, well you got it. I'll go and talk to Vince, and we'll set it up."

Shelton: "You name the place, and I'll be there. You don't understand do you Hunter? Your nothing much around here anymore, your position as being the number #1 guy on Raw is over, we have a new man running this ship now, and he is the man who beat you for the World Heavyweight Championship Batista. So you go and set this match up, you go and kiss up to Vince like you always do, and then when your ready for a fight, and if Vince will let you come out and play, then give me a call and I'll be ready and waiting for you!"

Triple H gets furious and goes nose to nose with Shelton Benjamin who doesn't back off, as Triple H stares into his eyes with a look of anger, he backs away as Batista moves in a bit more, and Triple H looks over Shelton's shoulder where Batista is stood.

HHH: "You, I'll sort you out soon, as for you Batista, your time will be next after I beat this kid down. Coz I haven't forgotten about you Dave, I'll catch you both soon, and if I were you, I'd watch your back because both your asses are mine!"

Triple H starts to walk off, as Batista speaks which stops him in his tracks.

Batista: "Just like I thought, you have a weird fascination with people's asses Hunter!" **POP**

Batista smiles along with Shelton as Triple H scrunches his face up before he walks off.

OR: 75.8%

Master's Plan!

We move elswhere backstage where we find Maria standing by with the Master who is stood in his trademark long black robe covering his body and face.

Maria: "Tonight, Batista will defend his title against the man standing next to me, The Master. Now Mr Master, what everyone wants to know is, just who are you under that costume?"

Master: "You ask who am I? My young child, I am the Master, I bring life to my Lord of Darkness, I am the energy through which he lives, and tonight, I shall be the man who finishes the streak that the World Heavyweight Champion has been on."

Maria: "How do you know you can beat Batista, he has gone through fourteen other opponents lately, and each one fell victim to him, what gives you the edge?"

Master: "I have the edge because he has never faced anyone like me, unlike the others, I don't go into this match fearing the Animal, I don't fear Batista, but he should fear me. He doesn't understand the power I hold, and the presence around the Gathering. Tonight, the world shall witness the end of Batista's era, and the beginning of the era of, The MASTER!"

The Master walks off as Maria is left all alone.

OR: 73.9%

AD BREAKS

JR: "Folks we're back, and what a night so far. Earlier on Chris Jericho was knocked out when Shawn Michaels came to the ring and hit some Sweet Chin Music, well folk's I have heard that tonight, Chris Jericho and Shawn Michaels will get it on tonight on Raw. Also, moments ago we heard from Shelton Benjamin who it seems has upset Triple H, and it looks like Triple H is heading to Vince's office to set up a match between these two. But folks, talking of Evolution, Trish Stratus will be going up against Women's Champion, Victoria in a Non-Title Match."

Victoria vs Trish Stratus

Victoria got a good pop from the fans, but Trish Stratus came out to a bigger pop being the home favourite in this match up. Victoria taunted Trish with the title, before it got under way with them both going face to face before Trish shoved Victoria, and Victoria pushed back, this then sent Trish in spearing Victoria down and an all out brawl started as both divas went at it pulling each others hair and scratching. Victoria took an early advantage and threw Trish around the ring using her hair, and almost got some close calls before Trish came back.

Trish had Victoria set up, and then hit a perfect Chick Kick and went for the cover, when suddenly coming running down the ramp came Stacy Keibler, the victim of Trish's kick last week. She slid in as the ref counted only for him to stop when Stacy attacked Trish with kicks to her. The ref called for the bell, awarding the match to Trish via outside interfence, as Stacy whipped Trish to the corner, and then moved in and put her foot right up in Trish's throat and began to choke her doing the splits on her. Stacy continued as the ref tried to break it, but Stacy wouldn't let go as Trish started passing out through being choked. Trish slipped down to the bottom rope as Stacy put some more kicks to her in the corner, and then began to get down and choke her with her hands as the ref called for more assistance as officials ran down and eventually two of them were able to pull Stacy away from Trish who rolled to the outside as officials checked on her and started to walk her back up the ramp as Trish choked for breath. Stacy left in the ring being held back by Officials looking up at the assault on Trish Stratus being led away.

Winners: Trish Stratus (via Interference)

MR: 65.6%

MQ: 62.2%

OR: 63.7%

JR: "It looks like Stacy Keibler has got some sort of revenge on Trish for what she did to her last week, but we believe backstage Todd Grisham is standing by with one member of tonight's other big matches, take it away Todd."

The Revoution?

Backstage we found Todd Grisham standing by with a challenger for tonight Matt Hardy as he gets set for Christian next.

Todd: "I'm standing here with the man who is set to face off against Intercontinental Champion Christian next, Matt Hardy. Matt, your facing a man who has done everything he can to hold onto his title so far, including cheating at the Survivor pay per view recently, what are your thoughts on this match?"

Matt: "Todd, I've heard it all before, I've seen the way Christian walks around here, like he's some sort of Mr Invincible, I've had one shot at him for that title, and I won that match, no matter what anyone says, everyone saw me climb that ladder and capture that belt, now you can call it unlucky, you can call it destiny, but the fact of the matter is, Christian is nothing more than a Creepy Little 'Cheating' Bastard."

Todd: "Well up right now you get to face him in the ring, one on one, how do you know he doesn't have a backup planned so he can once again retain his title?"

Matt: "I don't know, and that's part of the problem. Now I don't really care if he brings out that kiss ass buddy of his Tyson Tomko, or wether he brings out some two faced loser, all I know is, it's time for a change, it's time for the Matt Hardy Era to start, and for all my fans in the arena tonight, and for everyone at home ready. Get ready for the ride of your life, because it's time for the Matt Hardy Revolution!"

Matt walks off leaving Todd Grisham stood there thinking about what he just said and not understanding him.

OR: 79.2%

JR: "Matt sounds like he is all set for this one, and Christian had better be ready to defend his Intercontinental Championship and it's live right now. Let's goto the ring."

WWE Intercontinental Championship:

Christian © vs Matt Hardy

Matt Hardy came out to a good pop from the fans as he stood in the ring waiting. Finally Christian came out to a much bigger pop being in his home country and made his way to the ring on his own carrying the belt.

The match got under way and Christian took an early advantage working on Matt Hardy's neck, using locks and clothesline to try and weaken his opponent. Matt came back though and hit a backdrop on Christian which got a mixed reaction from the fans, before Matt sent Christian into the corner and ran in, only for Christian to pull the ref in the way and he got squashed as he collapsed to the floor. Matt looked down on the ref, laying there as Christian ran out at him, only Matt ducked and Christian turned to be met with a kick to the gut. Suddenly Matt had him, as he called out and hit a Twist of Fate on the champion and covered, but the referee was still out of it.

Matt moved off Christian and went over to check on the ref, trying to wake him up when out ran Edge. He ran down to the ring and slid inside clutching his briefcase he carries with him. Matt turned as Edge ran at him with the case, but Matt ducked as he hit a backdrop on Edge who flew over the top rope and somehow landed on the outside of the ring area, as his case flew into the ring still. Christian moved over and grabbed the case, as Matt saw what was happening, Christian ran forward with it but Matt ducked it and Christian ran into Edge stood on the canvas outside the ropes as Edge crashed off onto the floor outside and the case smashing into Christian as he unconciouslly walked backwards dropping the case near the ropes. Matt saw the opportunity once more, and he grabbed Christian in a reverse move, and somehow connected with a reverse Twist of Fate on Christian as the referee started to wake up. The ref moved over as Matt covered and the hand came down for the third time, as the ref called for the bell. Lillian then announced the winner and 'New' Intercontinental Champion, Matt Hardy who grabbed the belt and celebrated in the ring before he made his way up the ramp.

Inside the ring Christian was just coming to as Edge climbed into the ring to grab his briefcase, when Christian stood up and shoved Edge for what just happened which got a good pop from the fans. Edge looked at Christian before he just rolled down under the bottom rope and walked his way around the ring and up the ramp, not looking back at his former partner. Christian was fuming and complaining to the referee about outside interference but he was saying he was unconciouss and didn't see anything.

Winners: Matt Hardy (New Intercontinental Champion)

MR: 78.3%

MQ: 79.2%

OR: 89.4%

AD BREAKS

Worship!

Bacstage we found Ameera standing by with her colleague, 'The Great' Muhammad Hassan. Ameera stood holding a mic ready to speak to the camera.

Ameera: "Last week, you all witnessed Greatness, you all saw the Greatest Wrestler alive today take out the Japanese Buzzsaw, Tajiri. To be in that arena and witness what took place was an honour, not to us, but for you fans. To be able to sit there and see the truly great succeed like he does and show the world, his family and our Lord what he possesses. To everyone watching at home, and to everyone in this arena, I say for you to get down on your knees **heat**, and worship the next WWE Champion, 'The Great' Muhammad Hassan." **Heat**

Ameera handed the mic over to Muhammad Hassan who was stood next to her as he smiled from her comments.

Hassan: "It is your honour, to be in the company of someone such Great as myself. **Heat** For me, I do not want to be here, **heat**, but I am because I want to spread the word, I want the people to witness the Greatness that I possess, the Greatness that my new friend Ameera has given me. The freedom to say what I want and do what I want in this country filled with hate. I plan on changing this western world, and I plan to show you that I am more powerful than any of you Americans. **HEAT seems it's Canada they're in** I will prove how Great I am, and that everyone knows who I am in this world already!"

A guy comes walking down the corridor where they are stood, and Hassan blocks him as he goes to speak to this backstage unknown.

Hassan: "My fellow American, I want you to tell the world who I am?"

The technician looks confused as he is Canadian, as Hassan asks again.

Hassan: "Go on, don't be frightened by being in the presence of Greatness, please tell these American's just who you are standing next to?"

The technician still looks a bit confused as Hassan puts a mic next to his mouth.

Techinician: "I'm sorry, I don't know who you are?" **Audience laughs**

Hassan loooks angry, his eyes begin to bulge out. Ameera takes hold of the mic as Hassan starts getting more and more angry.

Ameera: "You are standing in the presence of Greatness, do you not know who this is?"

Technician: "I'm sorry, I'm new around here, who exactly is he, is he someone famous?"

Hassan loses it finally as he starts attacking the technician and beats him down to his hands and knees with punches and kicks to him. The technician eventually collapses on the floor as Ameera shouts out.

Ameera: **Shouting** "Get down and worship the Great Muhammad, get on your knees and beg like you American's always do, get down and WORSHIP THE 'GREAT' MUHAMMAD HASSAN!"

Hassan finally hits one last kick to the technician as he lays there not moving from the savage beating he just took. Hassan looks down on this beatem man and gives off a wry smile at what just happened before he raises his arms in prayer as Ameera and Muhammad walk off laughing, leaving the man unconciouss in the corridor as other backstage staff run to check on him and call for medics.

OR: 77.2%

World Champion Is Ready!

Backstage we also find Maria this time standing by with the World Heavyweight Champion Batista clutching onto his belt over his shoulder.

Maria: "Mr Batista, earlier on The Master said that he does not fear you, but in fact you should fear him, are you scared going into this match?"

Batista: "Scared, me, **small laugh** Listen, I have gone through fourteen other opponents in this challenge I took on, fourteen of the top superstars to be on Raw and each and every one of them couldn't make it past the finishing line. Now I will give credit where it is due, Chris Jericho **pop**, last week you took me to the limit, you almost got away with this belt over my shoulder, but in the end you were just a victim of the Animal. We may have ended in a draw, and hopefully down the line you will get another shot at facing me, and this time, I'll show you just what Batista is all about."

Maria: "The Master said you won't have faced anyone like him before, he has his Gathering in his corner, and last week you got your hands on him, but the Lord of Darkness Damien interfered."

Batista: "That's right Maria, last week I almost got my hands on The Master, and I would have finished it last week so he wouldn't have made it here tonight, but that so called Damien whoever he is, he got involved, so it was upto me and some others to teach him a lesson and now look at him, he's been wheeled around in a wheelchair because he couldn't stand the heat, well tonight Master, if you step in that ring, when you climb through them ropes, you will come off much worse than your buddy, because I plan on putting you back where you belong, SIX FEET UNDER!"

Batista walks off leaving Maria smiling holding the mic.

OR: 70.6%

JR: "What a night of suprises and unforgettable moments so far and we still aren't finished. Matt Hardy has won the Intercontinental Championship thanks to some outside interference by Edge which cost Christian the title, and Edge is coming up next against a fellow Canadian and sure to be favourite here, Chris Benoit!"

Edge vs Chris Benoit

Edge came out to some good heat from the fans, until the place popped big time for Chris Benoit who came out. These two Canadians put on a good show as Benoit used his technical ability to keep the fans interested and he almost got a pinfall on Edge who got hit with the flying headbutt after Benoit hit 3 German Suplexes on Edge. Edge just kicked out though in time.

Out from the back walked Christian who earlier had been screwed by his former partner and cost him his Intercontinental Championship. Christian made his way down to the ring, and this caused problems for Edge who didn't like him appearing at ringside. As Edge and Benoit went at it, in the middle of the ring, Christian jumped onto the ring apron, standing outside the ropes and posed for the fans. Edge threw Benoit to the ropes, only he reversed it and Edge went to the ropes and crashed into Christian on the outside. Christian crashed to the outside as Edge staggered back and around, as Benoit suddenly got him down and locked in the Crippler Crossface. Edge tried escaping and holding on for his life, but in the end he couldn't and eventually he tapped out to the delight of the fans.

Benoit finally let go and climbed outside celebrating up the ramp as the ref raised his arm to the delight of the fans, as Christian got to his feet and looked at Edge holding his arm kneeling inside the ring and looking down on Christian with a look of anger for costing him the match. Christian smiled as he casually made his way up the ramp walking backwards and looking back down at Edge, before he stopped at the top, and posed, hitting his chest three times before he kissed his two fingers and pointed them at Edge kneeling in the ring running his hand through his hair angrily.

Winners: Chris Benoit

MR: 79.8%

MQ: 88.6%

OR: 86.4%

JR: "Bah Gawd, first Edge cost Christian his belt, now Christian has just cost Edge his match against Chris Benoit, I don't think it's over between these two superstars.."

Another Chance?

Backstage we find Vince standing in his office looking over some papers, when in walked Triple H without knocking.

HHH: "Vince, Vince, did you hear that earlier, did you hear that piece of garbage and what he said about me."

Vince: "You mean Shelton Benjamin I presume?"

HHH: "Who else, he's out there laughing and joking about how he beat me when he came to Raw. Vince I want his ass, I want a piece of him next week. I want to shut his damn mouth once and for all."

Vince: "I suppose there is some possibility of a bit of money in this match yes, hmm, Ok, next week it will be Shelton Benjamin vs Triple H. I tell you what, I'll even let you decide what kind of match you want, how about that?"

HHH: "Great Vince, next week, I'm gonna shut that punk ass kid up for good."

Triple H smiles as Vince goes back to his paperwork he's been working on.

OR: 79.9%

AD BREAKS

JR: "You heard it before the break everyone, next week we are gonna see Triple H take on Shelton Benjamin and Triple H will get to state the stipulations in the match. I can't wait for that one, but it look's like we are set, earlier tonight Shawn Michaels upset this Montreal crowd by knocking out Chris Jericho, well now we are gonna see both men in action against each other as Jericho demanded a match with the Heartbreak Kid. Let's goto Lillian in the ring."

Shawn Michaels vs Chris Jericho

This match had Jericho as the home favourite, and Shawn Michaels got some huge heat for what he did to Jericho earlier in the night. The two got it on, with Jericho attacking Shawn in revenge for earlier and used every trick in the book to keep in control, but Shawn broke out of a hold and took over.

Shawn took Jericho down and worked on his legs, causing pain to Y2J. Shawn then whipped Jericho to the corner and ran in only to be met with a knee to the face, but as Jericho ran out Shawn was waiting and hit a backdrop on Jericho. Jericho layed down in the ring as Shawn climbed the turnbuckle and got set as he sent himself flying off and connected with an elbow drop from the corner.

Jericho was out almost, as Shawn got to his feet and moved to the corner to start up the band. Shawn started banging the floor with his foot and Jericho started to get to his feet. Jericho turned and was met with some Sweet Chin Music for the second time on the night. Jericho went back and layed out cold, as the ref checked on him. Shawn just stood there looking down on his prey, before he climbed to the outside, and walked around the ring. He stopped near the ring bell area, and shoved a guy off a chair before he took hold of the chair.

He then made his way back inside as the fans were going crazy at Shawn for what he was doing, as the ref went to stop him but Shawn just grabbed him and threw the ref over the top rope and outside. Shawn then took hold of the chair and moved over, he placed it over Jericho's face as he moved to the corner and climbed the turnbuckle. He got set as he flew off once again and came down with a flying elbow which connected to the chair which in turn smashed onto Jericho's face, as Jericho screamed out in agony and clutched his face. Shawn got to his feet and looked down on the damage he had done as he casually walked to the ropes and climbed outside as medics run down and sild in the ring to check on Jericho as Shawn just walked up the ramp and backstage.

Winners: Chris Jericho (via DQ)

MR: 80.8%

MQ: 67.8%

OR: 81.9%

JR: "Shawn has just lost it inside that ring, he doesn't care anymore what he does to anyone by the looks of what just took place. Chris Jericho is a beaten and bloody man laying there, and medics are checking him over. Listen to this crowd over Shawn who's making his way backstage, he's soaking up this atmosphere and he doesn't give a damn what he just did, damn you Shawn, you'll pay for this."

Final Message?

Inside the Gathering's locker room, we find The Master down begging at his Lord's Damien's knees who is sat inside his wheelchair still.

Damien: "My friend, tonight your destiny shall be fulfilled. Your waiting shall come to an end, and you shall do where others have failed in the past. Tonight we shall celebrate the glory of what we have become, and we shall all join together in giving you the power to succeed in your mission. Your celebration will bring the end to a saga, the final chapter in what you have seeked since we met, and I give to you what I hold more than anything my friend, tonight you shall have the power of the Darkness through your vision."

Damien puts his hand on The Master's head, and Damien starts to shake slightly before he stops as if he was giving some power over to his servant. The Master then rose to his feet and raises his hands to his side.

Master: "By the power of Dakness invested in me, by the Lord of Dakness Damien, I, The Master shall do what no other man has done, TONIGHT I SHALL BE VICTORIOUS!"

We end as we see the rest of the group forming a circle and hands linked together around the Master as they start chanting some unknown words.

OR: 67.8%

AD BREAKS

JR: "Folks, sit down and get ready, don't switch over, don't even think about getting out of your seat because I believe this could be a match we all may remember, it has been in the making for several months now, and finally we have it Live on Raw. Can the Animal Batista put an end to this Gathering, or will the Master finally fulfill his destiny and win that World Heavyweight Championship. Folk's get ready for a Massive Main Event, and let's goto the ring for this great match."

WWE World Heavyweight Championship:

Batista © vs The Master

First out came the challenger, The Master. He made his way out to his trademark music and entrance still wearing the long black robe over him, covering his body and face. He climbed inside and slowly removed the robe to reveal an all black costume, and mask covering his face.

Next up came a huge pop for the World Heavyweight Champion Batista. He came out wearing the Belt and moved to each end of the stage area posing for the fans before he walked down a few steps and stopped, posing as fireworks went off behind him on the stage area. He then continued his walk down and climbed into the ring, he walked over and showed the title in the air to The Master who stood and looked at the Animal, not concerned with what was going on.

Batista took the early advantage, using his body strength and overpowering The Master on several occasions. The Master took some breathing time outside the ring, but Batista stayed inside knowing he was trying to play mind games but it wasn't working. Batista continued his onslaught on this unknown man, and he finally hit a powerbomb on The Master before he signalled to the fans the thumbs down, and he was ready to finish this match.

Suddenly, the lights went out for a moment, and the fans weren't happy with this, as they eventually came back on, and we found the Master stood up, in front of Batista as the referee was unconciouss over in a corner of the ring. Batista didn't waste any time though, as he kicked the Master in the gut and set him up, he then lifted him up and hit a powerful Batista Bomb on the challenger and then covered but there was no ref who was still out cold. Batista wasn't happy, but he turned to the crowd and smiled, he then moved his hand to his head and motioned that he was going to remove the mask of the Master to finally reveal his identity.

Batista got down and then started to rip at the mask covering this unkown individual, as finally he ripped the whole mask off and stood up clutching it in his hands. The Master covered his face as he made his way over to the corner trying to hide his identity. As Batista looked at the mask, and the fans looking trying to catch a glimpse of this man, they suddenly heard some laughter coming from him, as a crazy laughter suddenly started up, and the Master turned around as he sat there in the corner, looking up at Batista as he removed his arm from covering his face and the fans popped big time, as we saw.

DAMIEN!

Damien layed back into the turnbuckle, laughing at Batista, who couldn't understand what was going on, until from behind and sliding out from under the ring and inside ran another man. Wearing all black and a mask covering his face, identical to Damien, the Master was clutching a chair as he dropped it down in the ring. Batista turned from the sound and was met with a kick to the gut as he was then hit with a huge DDT on him as Batista crashed down hard landing on the chair and knocking him out. The Master covered and Damien rolled over the ref and woke him up, as he rolled him over to the pinfall by The Master and the ref slowly counted.

The hand moved down for the third time, with Damien stood on the outside smiling now at what was happening, as the hand hit the mat, and the bell sounded for the pinfall. Lillian stood up and announced the winner, and 'New' WWE World Heavyweight Champion, The Master. Damien climbed inside the ring as the Master stood up, and Damien lifted the Masters arm in victory.

Winners: The Master (New WWE World Heavyweight Champion)

MR: 78.2%

MQ: 70.8%

OR: 76.1%

JR: "BAH GAWD NO, THE MASTER HAS DONE IT, HE'S WON THE WORLD HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP, I CAN'T BELIEVE THIS, BATISTA HAS BEEN SCREWED TONIGHT, HE'S BEEN SCREWED BY THIS GROUP THE GATHERING, WHO IS THIS MASTER, WHO THE HELL ARE YOU!"

The show ended as we saw Damien and The Master celebrating in the ring, as The Master raised the title in the air as Damien smiled at the plan he had just seen work.

Overall Rating: 76.0%

WWE Sunday Night Heat

Sunday 10th July 2005

TV Audience:  317,389 viewers (down by 237,008)

Overall Rating:  70.3%

Garrison Cade def. Val Venis (Roll Up With Hold of Tights).

MR:  56.3%

MQ:  65.2%

OR:  60.8%

Rhyno def. The Coach  (Pinfall with Gore)

MR:  67.4%

MQ:  56.2%

OR:  63.0%

**After they showed this House recorded match, The Coach walked out and refused to do the last quarter of an hour of the remaining show.**

Tajiri/Robert Cownay def. Simon Dean/Maven (Conway with Whiplash on Dean)

MR:  66.2%

MQ:  74.8%

OR:  77.9%

WWE Raw

Live from New Jersey

Monday 4th July 2005: Independence Day

Attendance: 5,346

TV Audience: 828,331 viewers (down by 136,804)

The show kicked off with moments from last week, the tag match between Triple H/Flair and Kane/Master, and then the final moments of Raw as Batista beat Edge to retain his title, followed by Damien's speech to Batista claiming he only had two weeks left as Champion until he faced The Master. The opening credits then hit and we are live from New Jersey as the camera scanned the audience and we are joined in commentary by Jim Ross.

JR: "Welcome to Monday Night Raw, welcome to New Jersey. Happy Independence Day everyone, and what a night we are gonna have for you on this glorious day of celebration. Tonight we have some special matches for you, Batista will go up against the man who almost won the Battle Royal a few months back, Chris Jericho and that is sure to be special. Also, to celebrate today we have been informed that we are gonna have an Independence Day Survival Match. We will have five Americans teaming up to face five Un-Americans tonight."

Celebration Day For The Lord!

As we started after Jim Ross finished speaking, the music sounded around the arena and out walked The Gathering. With Viscera, Kane, in front leading the way, and Hurricane and Rosey at the back, out walked in between them all was The Master accompanied by his future bride Stacy Keibler dressed in a long black gown, The Master still wearing a black robe covering his face, and behind them two was their leader, and Lord of Darkness, Damien, dressed in a black robe covering his face as well. They walked down to the ring and climbed inside as The Master made his way over and took hold of a microphone.

Master: "Tonight we celebrate, tonight we reach what is almost the pinnacle of The Gathering's promise. Next week in this very ring, I, The Master of Darkness, the servant of our Lord Damien shall do something that thirteen other men have been unable to do. I shall walk to this ring and I shall beat the man known as Batista to capture the World Heavyweight Championship. **heat** But first, before that moment becomes a reality for all you mere mortals. Tonight we have a celebration, for tonight we celebrate something that is good, something that this world can look upon as a defyning moment in American History, for tonight, we celebrate, the birth of our Lord Damien **heat**!"

The Master gets down on one knee and worships Damien before he asks him to rise. Damien then takes hold of a mic from The Master.

Damien: "My friend, thank you for your kind words. Tonight is a special night all right, for tonight is a celebration of my life. Thirty Years ago I was born, a sparkle of light in my mother's eyes, and then years later I was taken away from her. I still do not know where she is, but my search will continue to find my own flesh and blood, I shall not rest until the search is complete and I am reunited with my family. But for now, my family stands in this ring. These servants are here to show the world what I am about, I crawled from beneath the earth, scraping my way to freedom that night I was lucky to escape from the nightmare world I lived in. The heat burning in my room, the fire scorching my flesh, turning me into what I am now **removes hood to reveal his scarred and slightly burnt face** This Vince is what you did to me, you put me through Hell and yet I have escaped, and I shall never return. My promise is that you, father, Vincent Kennedy McMahon, will be the one who replaces me in Hell, and you will suffer the pain and consequences that I have suffered during my time there. Tonight, we celebrate my birth, but soon, we shall celebrate the death of MY FATHER!"

As he said this, some birthday music played and out walked several technicicans from backstage wheeling down a large Cake. The moved it into position at the bottom of the ring and left it as they walked back up the ramp and disappeared backstage.

JR: "Well it looks like The Gathering is giving Damien a special cake in celebration of his birthday tonight."

Damien looked at his servants and thanked them for his gift, but they were claiming they were not responsible for this which he didn't believe. Damien climbed outside and moved around to the cake as he looked at his Gathering still stood in the ring.

Damien turned back to his group stood in the ring facing them, when suddenly the top of the cake opened up and up stepped Triple H to a huge pop from the fans.

JR: "BAH GAWD, it's Triple H inside that cake, turn around Damien, and face your worst nightmare."

The Gathering pointed to Damien someone was behind him as he turned around and met with a punch which sent him down. Triple H then pushed his way through the cake and started to attack Damien around the ring as his Gathering stood watching. From behind them though came running Ric Flair and Steven Richards who jumped over the barrier and slid in the ring. They laid a vicious chair shot to Rosey and Hurricane sending them down as they rolled out the ring, and then went and attacked The Master and Kane. Four men went at it inside the ring as Flair and Richards clotheslined both the Master and Kane outside the ring crashing down and out. Triple H whipping Damien into the ring steps as he crashed out before Triple H climbed into the ring to join his friends. Trish Stratus then came running through the crowd and over the barrier as the three men surrounded Stacy Keibler left in the ring. She looked around for help but no one was there, until she looked at the carnage Triple H and Evolution had done. She then snapped and slapped Triple H across the face, sending a sound right around the arena, as The Gathering made their slow way up the ramp, until The Master realising he had left her behind and went to get her only to be held back by the rest of the group.

As Triple H turned his head back to look at Stacy, Trish came from behind, as Stacy turned and was met with a Chick Kick knocking out the future bride to be. Stacy was out cold lying in the center of the ring as Flair grabbed a mic and handed it to Triple H, Trish looking down on her beaten one time friend.

JR: "Stacy is out cold, Trish has knocked her out, we need some help out here."

OR: 80.8%

Up For A Challenge?

Triple H stood in the ring with his Evolution members, Stacy still laying cold in the center as he began to speak to the Gathering stood at the top of the ramp.

HHH: "Tonight is a celebration alright, because tonight we have some unfinished business with you two pieces of garbage, Kane and The Master. Last week the battle didn't end, but this week, we finish this. Tonight, on this Independence Day, it will be Me and Ric Flair taking on Kane and The Master for the World Tag Team Championship Belts. **POP** And once we finish with those two members of the Addams Family, we'll be coming for you **Pointing to Damien** Tonight may be your birthday, but tonight will also be your last day walking this world!"

Triple H dropped the mic as Evolution celebrated in the ring before Trish picked Stacy up and threw her out the ring. The Master running down to grab his bride and picked her up, carrying her back up the ramp concerned for her.

OR: 78.4%

AD BREAKS

Tonight's Main Event!

As we returned we were shown tonight's Main Event, Chris Jericho will face Batista for the World Heavyweight Championship. This is followed by an advert for the World Tag Team Titles match, Triple H/Ric Flair vs Kane/The Master.

JR: "Tonight folks we have a huge match, Jericho takes on Batista for the title, but also just from moments ago we have heard that also tonight Triple H and Ric Flair will defend their World Tag Team Titles against Kane and The Master once again. Tonight is gonna be a slobberknocker."

OR: 69.2%

'The Great' Muhammad Hassan w/ Ameera vs Tajiri

JR: "What a night we still have to come, but it looks like we are gonna be joined out here now by what he likes to be known as The Great Muhammad Hassan. As you may see, Daivari is no longer with Hassan as he got fired last week, and in his place is his new associate, Ameera."

Muhammad Hassan and Ameera came out to some good heat from the fans before Tajiri got a nice pop for his entrance. The match was good with Tajiri getting the Tarantular locked on Hassan and then set him up for the finish, but Ameera grabbed Tajiri's foot as she reached in from the outside, and this allowed the distraction for Hassan to get to his feet and finish Tajiri off with a Modified STO. Hassan covered and the ref counted the three for his victory.

Winners: 'The Great' Muhammad Hassan

MR: 73.6%

MQ: 74.9%

OR: 75.8%

JR: "The Great Muhammad picking up a win there, and it looks like he has more to say tonight."

Beginning of The Greatness!

After the match Tajiri was helped up the ramp and backstage as Ameera took hold of a mic from Lillian and went to speak.

Ameera: "Last week you began to change your thoughts about this man standing in this ring, the Great Muhammad Hassan, tonight we have shown just what he is capable of. Instead of hating this Arab American, you should all be getting down on your knees and worshipping this Greatness, for he is the future of this business."

Ameera got some good heat from the fans on her speech and handed the mic over to Hassan.

Hassan: "Last week I promised you an announcement, and I did just that when I fired my Manager Daivari because of his incompetence at doing the right thing. **heat** It was also announced that this week you would all see the Great Muhammad Hassan beat anyone backstage and I have done that, yet you still boo me. You hate me not because I have beat Tajiri, but you hate me because of where I am from, you hate me because I am proud to call myself an Arab-American. And yet, even though I was born in this country, even though I am half American it sickens me to hear your taunts, to listen to your hatred upon me. You are like everyone else in this country, you are all sheep to the growing hatred towards anyone who is different. You hate me because I am better than you, **heat** you hate me because I am The Great Muhammad Hassan and tonight, you should all be thankfull that you have witnessed the True Greatness that lies in this company!"

Muhammad Hassan then dropped the mic and did his prayer worship routine before he and Ameera made their way out the ring and up the ramp.

OR: 73.2%

Independence Match Tonight!

Backstage we found four members of the Independence Match tonight, known as Team USA. Inside the locker room we had Shelton Benjamin, Matt Hardy, Robert Conway and Chris Masters all talking to each other as in walked the Heartbreak Kid, Shawn Michaels.

HBK: "Well what do we have here, listen up you lot because the Heartbreak Kid just entered the room, and when I speak everyone must listen to me!"

They all shut up as they go and stand near HBK and listen to him.

HBK: "Listen up Americans, tonight we have ourselves a great match up against five of the toughest opponents that just don't happen to be Americans. Now you have to remember, tonight, it's not about grudges, Matt, **Matt looks at HBK and shakes his head**, it's not about making your opponent Submit, Chris, **Chris Masters posing showing his muscles**, it's about something more important than that, it's about Independence, it's about what we stand for, almost 230 years ago this proud nation changed history when we declared our Independence from Great Britian and started our own Democracy, we started our own Land of the Free, Home of the Brave, and tonight we are gonna all live our American Dream by celebrating in style by beating those other five men. So tonight, in that ring, I want you to go out there and wear this nation's pride on your shoulders and in your hearts, do you all understand. **all shout Yes sir**. Good."

HBK turns to walk away when he stops, and turns back forgetting to say something.

HBK: "Oh, I almost forgot, Tonight is about all that Independence Day stuff, but the match doesn't say we can't have a little fun right, so let's do it in style, and teach everyone that we are Americans, and that this is our Home Country, and leat's beat the crap out of anyone who stands in our way!"

Shawn then turns and walks off leaving the others smiling and celebrating the speech they just heard from HBK.

OR: 76.9%

AD BREAKS

JR: "You saw before the break, HBK, Shawn Michaels get his troops ready for tonights classic Survivor Match for Independence Day. But coming up right now, we have the World Tag Team belts on the line for the second week running and this will be a slobberknocker folks."

WWE World Tag Team Championship:

Kane / The Master vs Triple H / Ric Flair ©

This was a brutal match up. Triple H and Ric Flair used every trick in the book to try and win this match putting their opponents down at every chance they got. Double teaming at times behind the ref's back it looked like the Gathering's members had lost until Kane was able to make a tag to The Master who jumped in and took it back to Flair and Triple H.

The Master was able to lock in a Sharpshooter on Ric Flair and he almost tapped out until Triple H got in and broke the hold. Triple H attacked The Master and was able to hit a Pedigree on him before Kane got back involved and Kane and Triple H fought up the ramp and backstage, leaving Flair and The Master in the ring.

Ric Flair slowly crawled his way over to the Master and dragged an arm over as the ref counted, only for him to kick out somehow as the hand almost hit for a three. Flair got up and started to work on the leg's of The Master before he took hold of one and did his trademark dance routine ready to lock in a Figure 4. Unfortunately the Master was wise to it as he grabbed Flair when he bent over and pulled him down for a roll up.

The ref went for the cover, as he counted, and never saw The Master grab a hold of the ropes to keep the hold in tight as the hand hit the mat for the third time and the ref called for the bell. The hold got broke as the referee raised The Master's hand in victory.

Triple H came running down and slid in the ring but The Master just rolled out in time as he got a hold of both the belts and worked his way around the ring and up the ramp, clutching onto the newly won titles. Triple H stood in the ring furious as Flair tried explaining what happened.

Winners: Kane / The Master (New World Tag Team Champions)

MR: 76.0%

MQ: 66.9%

OR: 78.7%

The Un-American's!

We went backstage where we found the other team from tonight's Independence Match, The Un-American's stood in their locker room. When in walked Chris Benoit as they all stopped talking and looked at him as he began his speech.

Benoit: "Listen up everyone, coming up right now we have a huge match up. Now I don't care what nationality you are, wether it's the UK **looks at Regal**, French Canadian **looking at Grenier**, or even from Canada like me **looking at Edge & Christian**. Tonight we are a team, and that mean's we act together, I don't want any arguments, I don't want any snide comments about who's the best out there, this is about our right for freedom, our right of free speech in that ring. We are going up against five huge opponents, but they aren't just anyone, they are Americans. They will go out there and compete in this match with pride, and that is what I want you to do, you go out there and you give your own country something to be proud about. This is America we may be in, but this is our home right now, and we have to show them that we are not scared of this country anymore. They think we are there lapdogs, they think our great nations get down and worship at America's feet, well I say we are just as good as them, I say we are proud to call our home our own, we are proud to be who we are, and tonight, we will be proud to show this country and them five individuals that we mean business. Now let's go out there and kick some American ass for our countries."

Benoit leads the team off as they talk to each other, getting themselves ready for the match next.

OR: 79.2%

Tonight's Main Event!

As they walked off, we look into the parking lot where we find Evolution making their way to the black limo waiting for them. Triple H leads the way shouting at his members.

HHH: "I don't wanna hear it Ric, tonight we got screwed just like everyone else in this company since this group came in here and I have had enough. They want this company then fine, they can have it, I'm sick of wasting my time on them, as far as I'm concerned, it's over with Ric. Now everyone get in, we're getting out of this place. Let the Addams Family run the show if they think they're that good!"

Everyone gets in the car as Triple H looks back into the hallway behind them all and then proceeds to get in the car as it starts up and drives off up the ramp and away from the building.

OR: 69.2%

JR: "Here we go, sit back and enjoy it folks, Independence Day is today and here is our special treat for all you Americans watching."

July 4th Independence Day Survival Match:

The Un-Americans vs The Americans

The first man to be eliminated was Sylvain Grenier by his long time partner, Robert Conway for the USA team. Conway was able to hit a Whiplash on him for the cover and pinfall.

The seond man to go went on the American team much to the hate of the fans. William Regal cheated in rolling up Chris Masters and a grab of the tights kept hold for the pinfall and elimination.

Next to go was another American, Robert Conway after he took an Unprettier by Christian and pinned as he made his way out the ring and backstage making it 4 vs 3 to the Un-Americans.

It soon got worse for them as Shelton Benjamin became a victim to Edge with a vicious spear through the crowd as all men were in the ring. The three count later and it was all up to Matt Hardy and Shawn Michaels to make a comeback as it became 4 vs 2 for the Un-Americans.

We then headed for AD BREAKS with JR informing us that it didn't look good for the American's here. On our return we found William Regal had been eliminated during the break as we saw clips of Shawn Michaels hitting an elbow off the top rope and covering for the pinfall. It was now 3 vs 2 in favour of Un-Americans.

Next up Matt Hardy and Christian went at it, and they blew their chances of going all the way when both of them wanting a piece of each other since last week took their fight to the outside and both men got counted out. We saw Matt Hardy going after Christian through the crowd and backstage. (2 vs 1 - Un-Americans).

Edge and Shawn Michaels locked up after the last two were counted out with Edge almost getting some close pinfalls on the Heartbreak Kid. But, it went bad for Edge as he went for the Spear but Shawn was ready and connected with a Sweet Chin Music to the face and knocked him down and out for the pinfall.

We were left with the final two opponents, Shawn Michaels vs Chris Benoit. These two had problems in the past and it showed as they attacked each other with force, and Benoit thought he had it won when he was able to get Shawn down and lock in a Crippler Crossface. The fans started to chant for HBK as he struggled to get out of the hold but Benoit put it on tighter.

Thankfully Shawn was able to make two rolls over and reached and grabbed the ropes. Benoit had the hold broken and started to attack Shawn's beaten back. He got him up and hit three German Supplexes on Shawn who crashed down to the mat each time. After the third Benoit got up, and gave the slow cut throat signal as he climbed the turnbuckle and jumped off with a flying headbutt. At the last second, Shawn moved though and Benoit hit nothing but the mat clutching his face in agony.

Shawn crawled to the corner and dragged himself to his feet using the ropes to help him as Benoit came running in and Shawn moved as Benoit hit the turnbuckle hard. Benoit crashed back hard knocking himself out almost as Shawn moved to climb the turnbuckle, he climbed up top and came flying off with a flying elbow connecting on Benoit hard.

Shawn jumped up and danced around the ring calling for the fans who started his chant once more, before he moved to the corner and started the band banging on the mat with his foot. Benoit slowly started getting to his feet and turned as Shawn moved in for the kill and hit some Sweet Chin Music and covered as the ref counted the three and the American's picked up a win on this Independence Day of Celebration as the fans went wild with delight.

Winners: The Americans

MR: 71.6%

MQ: 71.8%

OR: 76.1%

JR: "Bah Gawd what a match, and the American's did us proud, we whipped those International's all around the arena folks, and I'm proud to be standing here and support my fellow Americans on this night. But we must go on everyone, and I believe standing by backstage is Maria with one of tonight's Main Event superstars."

Thirteen Is An Unlucky Number!

Backstage after the match as the celebration continued inside the ring, we find Maria standing by with Chris Jericho.

Maria: "Chris, coming up next you will be going up against the man who has beaten thirteen other men in defending his World Heavyweight Belt, Batista. Have you any thoughts about what you can do to beat him?"

Jericho: "Thoughts on beating him, it's quite simple, I'm gonna knock him down, then I'm gonna pin him and then I'll win that title and bring it home, thats my thoughts."

Maria: "But do you think you can beat Batista?"

Jericho: "Of course I know I can beat him, otherwise I wouldn't be here, what you got in your head for brains, air!"

Maria: "Actually I have a degree!"

Jericho: "What in, being dumb? Listen up, Batista, you and me haven't faced each other since you won that belt, and you may have beaten thirteen other men to keep it, but you know what they say?"

Maria: "That the world is round?"

Jericho looks at how dumb Maria really is, before he grabs the mic off her and tells her to clear off as she walks away leaving Jericho holding the mic looking at the camera.

Jericho: "Like I was saying, you have beaten thirteen other men in retaining your title, but they do say that thirteen is an unlucky number. Which means I may be the lucky number #14 you have to face Batista. Tonight you had better be on your best game because I have a strong feeling that tonight, your streak comes to an end, and that Y2J will be the new Heavyweight Champion of the WOOOOORRRRLLLLDDDDDDD!"

Jericho then looks at the camera and smiles before he walks off.

OR: 91.5%

Preparing!

After the interview we go into a locker room where we see Batista preparing for his match against Jericho next, hopping up and down before he stops, grabs his title and puts it over his shoulder and walks off out the room as we head to our final break.

OR: 81.7%

AD BREAKS

JR: "No more breaks folks, we are all set for a great match, Batista has two more opponents to face in this special challenge that was set way back by former General Manager Eric Bischoff, and tonight he has to go through Chris Jericho. The time is now, the ring is set and let's go and check in with Lillian Garcia for tonight's Main Event."

WWE World Heavyweight championship:

Batista © vs Chris Jericho

This was a classic encounter, the fans cheering for both men and not sure who should win. Batista took the early advantage using power to overtake Jericho and throw him around the ring. Jericho took some breathers on the outside to slow the pace down, and eventually took control when he got chased by Batista and attacked him as he climbed back through the ropes into the ring.

Jericho worked over Batista's legs, obviously seeing that as a weakness of Batista. He tried locking in a Walls of Jericho but he couldn't get Batista turned over, and it ended up with Batista throwing Jericho back using his legs as he crashed into and knocked out the ref.

Batista came back and sent Jericho to the ropes hitting a huge clothesline, and then he signalled for the end. Batista picked Jericho up and got him ready, only Jericho took the break and hit a low blow on Batista sending him down to his knees, before Jericho got up and hit an Inzuguri on Batista sending him down and out. Jericho ran to the ropes and hit a Lionsault before covering but they're was no ref.

Jericho took the opportunity once more, and slid out the ring to grab a chair, and climbed back inside as Batista slowly got to his feet and turned to be met with a huge chair shot knocking him out cold. Jericho threw the chair out and woke the ref up before covering. The ref slowly put his hand on the mat and counted, and it hit the mat for the third time as the bell was sounded and Chris Jericho was announced as the winner and new World Heavyweight Champion.

As Jericho grabbed the belt and celebrated, running down the aisle came another official who caught up with the ref and informed him of what just took place. The official said he didn't see what just happened, and then the titantron played the footage of moments ago, as he saw it and went over and spoke to Lillion Garcia.

After a moment in conference, Lillian then announced that since Chris Jericho brought a chair into the match and used it, then the only fair thing was for this match to continue which Jericho blew his rage about. He felt he was being screwed by the official and started shouting in his face as Batista got to his feet. Batista looked on angrily at what happened, and Jericho turned to be met by a raging animal. Batista took it to Jericho destroying his opponent, and then he signalled the thumbs down, as he grabbed Jericho and this time lifted him up in the air. At this moment, Jericho pulled something out of his tights and smashed it against Batista's head, as Batista fell backwards. Jericho's head came crashing down onto the top rope as Batista crashed down to the floor, as Jericho dropped the object on the outside upon hitting the ropes and then fell backwards as both Batista and Jericho were out.

The ref checked on both men but didn't get anything before he started to count, and no one moved through until the final Ten mark was made and the ref called for the bell ruling a double Knockout much to the fans disappointment.

Winners: Draw (Double Knockout)

MR: 80.2%

MQ: 76.1%

OR: 82.8%

JR: "Bah Gawd what a match, we still don't know who officially won it although it has been declared a draw. Jericho will not be happy with that result as he felt he had it won, but it was a brutal match and one of the best I've seen in a long time everyone."

Next Week's Plan!

After the match, and the announcement that it is a draw, out walked with his Gathering with Damien and The Master.

JR: "What the hell are they doing out here?"

All of them, Hurricane, Rosey, Kane, Master and Damien, walked down to the ring and they climbed inside. The Master and Kane holding their newly won Tag Team Titles as Damien took hold of a mic. Batista and Jericho laying almost out cold still.

Damien: "Pick him up so he can hear the last words of the Lord!"

Kane goes over with The Master and picks up Jericho first, before throwing him over the top rope and outside the ring. They then proceeded to pick up Batista, kneeling still as they held his face to look up at Damien.

Damien: "Batista, your time is counting down like an hourglass, months to weeks, days to hours, and minutes to seconds. The sand drifting slowly through and fading away into oblivion. Next week you shall become a victim of the Master, you will become the final piece of the plan we have made. Batista, your destiny awaits you, you will be OURS! FINISH HIM"

As he said this The Master and Kane lifted him to his feet, only for suddenly out of nowhere, Batista broke out, he threw both men away from him as they crashed into the corners. Batista then grabbed Damien by the throat and screamed in anger at him, until The Master came back and hit Batista on the back of the head as he broke the hold. Batista let go but then turned his attention to The Master as he started to lay some right hands to him sending him back to the ropes, as Damien moved back into the corner. Batista whipped The Master to the ropes and came back with a huge clothesline sending the Master crashing down.

Batista went crazy, banging the ropes and then turned to give a thumbs down on The Master, but Kane ran forward only to be met with a Powerbomb on Kane sending him crashing to the mat. Batista had control, until Damien came from behind and hit a low blow on Batista sending him down to his knees in agony.

The Master and Kane got up, as Kane grabbed Batista by the throat and then hit a huge chokeslam on him, before The Master picked him up, pulled him onto his shoulders and hit a Running Powerbomb on the World Champion.

JR: "NO, GODDAMNIT, YOU SON OF A BITCHES, YOU JUST DESTROYED THE WORLD CHAMPION, DAMN YOU DAMIEN AND YOUR GROUP, DAMN YOU TO HELL."

Damien and his servants then formed a circle of hands around Batista's beaten body lying in the center until the titantron suddenly came on which broke it.

OR: 75.1%

The Return?

As they stood in the ring, the Gathering looked up at the titantron as we saw the parking lot and a huge black limo pulled up. It stopped as out stepped Evolution, Triple H, Ric Flair, Steven Richards and Trish Stratus.

JR: "They're back, Evolution is back folks, what's gonna happen now."

They made their way into the arena looking furious with themselves for leaving earlier and the camera followed them heading to the ring area.

OR: 71.8%

No F'ing Chance In Hell!

As The Gathering stood waiting, Evolution's theme hit and out walked all of the members as they stood at the top of the ramp, Triple H holding a mic.

HHH: "It's over, It's finished with you lot, you have come out here and tried destroyed this company, your a disgrace to this profession and a disgrace to this company and tonight it's all about Independence, but it's also a night full of surprises!"

As The Gathering stood looking up wondering what he was talking about, the place erupted as the music hit around the arena, 'NO CHANCE IN HELL' kicked in which could only mean one thing.

JR: "I DON'T BELIEVE IT, HE'S BACK!"

From behind the curtain walked none other than the owner of the company, Vince McMahon wearing a business suit. Triple H handed over a mic to Vince.

Vince: "Listen up and listen up good you piece of garbage. My name is Vincent Kennedy McMahon, I am the Owner of this company, and I made this company what it is today, and believe me when I say that there is NO FRIGGIN' CHANCE IN HELL YOUR TAKING IT OVER!"

Triple H, Steven Richards and Ric Flair started to walk down to the ring, as The Gathering looked on and awaited their opponents. Suddenly from behind, Jericho slid in the ring and got Batista up. The Gathering turned and saw these two other opponents stood behind them, as all hell broke loose.

An all out war broke, and Evolution joined them in the ring as everyone got a piece of everyone inside. Batista powerbombed Kane as he rolled to the outside. They destroyed Hurricane and Rosey as they got sent out. The Master was taking a pounding from Triple H before he got sent to Batista with a huge clothesline and then picked up by all of them and thrown out to land on his other team waiting outside as all crashed down.

Vince then made his way down to the ring, as Damien was left trapped inside, Evolution, Jericho and Batista holding him at bay as Vince climbed inside still cluthing onto the mic.

Vince: "What's wrong, you don't have a hug for your own father? **laughs** You know, I've done some sick things in my past, things which I have later regretted, but you, you take the biscuit, your a disgrace to my name, your nothing more than a worthless piece of trash that needs to be taken care of. I don't regret anything I did to you, when I took you and destroyed your pittyfull little life, when I took your mother and showed her that being dead was the only way she should go."

Damien snapped at hearing about his mother and went for Vince, only for the others to grab him and hold him back, Triple H pulling his head back by his hair making him hear Vince's words.

Vince: "Oh, you didn't know? Your mother died a long time ago, you see, I'm Vince McMahon, I can do whatever the hell I want, and you know why, because money goes a long way kid. I destroyed her life the same way I am gonna destroy yours. You talk about making my life a nightmare, well son, you ain't seen nothing yet. DO IT!"

As Damien fought back, they all started to lay a beat down to him, each of them kicking him as he laid down on the mat. Suddenly Batista picked him up, and hit a huge Batista Bomb on him as he crashed down in the center of the ring, it was then Jericho's turn as he ran to the ropes and hit a Lionsault crashing down on Damien. Damien started feeling the pain as he clutched his chest, and coughing up blood, before they picked him up and Triple H kicked him in the gut, followed by a Pedigree to finish it off. Triple H rolled him over, as we saw Damien's beaten and now bloody body laying in the ring, as The Gathering laying outside the ring helpess to do anything.

JR: "You paid the price Damien, you have paid the price for all your troubles and I hope you are happy with your reward. Folks we're running out of time here, but remember next week we will be seeing Batista defend his title against the last challenge, The Master, don't forget to tune in next week, I'm Jim Ross saying Night 'All."

The camera showed the destruction of Damien in the ring as The Gathering looked on helpess as we closed the show on a close up of Damien's beaten and bloody body laying motionless.

OR: 69.5%

Overall Rating: 77.0%

WWE Sunday Night Heat

Sunday 3rd July 2005

TV Audience:  644,632 viewers (down by 13,005)

Overall Rating:  55.2%

Garrison Cade def. James Hendrix (Cade with Yakuza Kick).

MR:  40.6%

MQ:  57.8%

OR:  48.2%

Victoria/Simon Dean/Maven def. Christy Hemme/Rhyno/Val Venis (Maven with roll up on Venis holding ropes)

MR:  61.0%

MQ:  55.5%

OR:  58.6%

Thanks Rickyw for your comment. Nice to see you sticking with it so far. I am with you that maybe I rushed the storylines with the Master a bit too quick, but that's how I have wrote it, oh well. I am actually 2 months ahead of this episode, im currently writing August 29th edition and hopefully people will enjoy it as plenty more to come with the Master and others.

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WWE Raw

Live from Washington, DC

Monday 27th June 2005

Attendance: 3,156

TV Audience: 965,135 viewers (down by 83,137)

The show started with a picture montage of what took place last night at Suvivor. It shows pictures of Christian retaining his Intercontinental Championship, The Myster Man's appearance which stunned even Vince before being pinned by The Master, and Batista somehow retaining his World Heavyweight Championship. Over the pics we hear JR's voice explaining what took place. This was followed by the opening credits and then pyros exploding down to the stage area as we are welcomed to Raw.

JR: "Folks, welcome to Raw and what a night we had yesterday. WWE Survivor blew everyone away. Several superstars are still recovering at home, like Shawn Michaels and Marty Jannetty who almost destroyed each other but the Heartbreak Kid pulled off an amazing victory, also Christian retained his title in controversial fashion as Matt Hardy climbed the ladder and grabbed the belt, but the referee was attending to Sylvain Grenier and Robert Conway outside and Christian hit an unprettier on Matt Hardy and took the belt off him. We also saw a slobberknocker of a Main Event, Kane had Triple H won but he never made the cover which allowed Batista to retain his World Heavyweight Championship Belt. But the most talked about, the one moment last night that still people are questioning backstage is just who was this mystery man who appeared on the screen and called out to Vince McMahon, in fact he called him father, we haven't heard or seen anything from him or in fact The Gathering since. **The Gathering's theme started up** But it looks like now is the time we may get some answers to our questions."

The Mystery Resolved!

As JR finished speaking out walked the Gathering. Out came Kane who was followed behind by The Master and Stacy Keibler arm in arm with each other. They made their way down to the ring and climbed inside, as Kane handed a mic to The Master.

Master "Last night, you all witnessed the end of Vince McMahon **heat** What you saw was the plan of our Lord and Master himself, and tonight you will bear witness to his words, and you will all get down and worship him **heat** Tonight I bring to you, our Lord, DAMIEN!"

As everyone stood waiting, suddenly from the top of the ramp out walked the mystery man from last night. Dressed in a long black robe, similar to the Master's he slowly made his way down the ramp and climbed inside the ring. The Master and Kane both bowed down on one knee in front of him as he looked down on his servants. He then called for them to rise, as they did and The Master handed the mic over to his Lord. He stood there, his hood still covering his face, this new person who's name was only known as Damien.

Damien: "Tonight, I bring forth the darkness that surrounds this company. What took place last night was a mere drop in the ocean of what we can do, for years I have stood by, waiting, hoping, dreaming that this opportunity would come my way. For 20 years I have sat in the darkness, the empty room, the room that I had made my own, I had no choice but to bide my time, to play the games that they gave me, and eventually it all came into the light. Vincent Kennedy McMahon, that name still makes me suffer my pain I have inside me, that name makes me realise just what I am, who I am and the destruction I must cause. I have lived my life for 20 years behind walls, inside one room, my food given to me like I was a rat in some sort of laboratory, I suffered things that even you mere mortals cannot believe, and yet I came through them. I came through them so I could stand here one day and tell my story, the story I am about to let you know, the story how one man destroyed one child for the future of his family. This story will make you weap, it will make you understand just what I have become, and it will show the world just what one man's greed and power will make him do anything. I must start at the beginning, a mere 30 years ago, when I was born, July 4th 1975, Independance Day. My father, who you have now come to know as Vincent McMahon!"

JR: "BAH GAWD, who is that man under that robe, what he is talking about that Vince is his father, Vince only has two children, and we all know Stephanie and Shane."

Damien: "Vince met my mother back in 1974, and while he was still married to the woman he still is with now, Linda, he began an affair. The affair lasted for a short period, but it was long enough for them to conceive a child. I was born on that eventful day, my mother being one of the proudest women alive giving birth to a healthy son, and christened me Damien. Over the years my father came to visit me on occassions, until I was about five years old when it suddenly stopped. For him, he finally realised it was a mistake, a mistake he must now take care of, and he did. The next five years my mother worked harder than any human alive today to bring me up the best she could. But in 1985, the world around us both changed, a new era was taking over, an era that would change the life of both of us together and send us crashing down further than anyone had ever been. That day shall remain with me, it was on my birthday, Independence Day, July 4th 1985 when a knock at the door was heard. My mother answered it, as I sat in the living room watching TV. By the time I realised what was happening it was too late. I moved to the corridor, as I saw a man smothering my own mother, hurting her. I ran to help but it was too late, she dropped down to the ground, and as I stood there, looking down on my only family, I found myself in the same situation. A man came from behind and smothered me with some cloth, and within seconds I was no longer awake. That day was the beginning of the nightmare I was about to realise. I woke up, a room which was not my own, a bed that I had never seen before, and alone. There was no windows, I could see no doors, and I sat there, waiting, hoping someone would find me, fearful of my own life, yet still hoping and praying that my mother was alive. For hours I sat, slept, and yet still not knowing where I was, that was until a light shone through one of the walls and several men appeared to me, their white costumes looking down at me. Over the following years I realised what had happened, where I was. It seemed I had been wiped from existence, no one knew where I was, and no one cared who I was, all they knew was that I was a danger to people and so it continued. I prayed for my life on several occassions, and have received shock therapy more times than any other person alive today. But they did not realise that after some time, I enjoyed the power it gave me, I enjoyed that shockwave flowing through my body, that feeling that I was invincible. And so I bide my time, I took everything they could give me, the pain, the suffering and I took pleasure out of it all. What you see before you is what my father put me through, Vince, I know it was you who put me in those padded cells, I know it was you who told them that I must never be let out, that the secret must never be freed, and I know it was you who will pay for your sins against my family. You locked me away Vince, hoping that your family would never find out the real reason you are afraid, although you have children of which I have never known, Shane and Stephanie McMahon, I have built a family of my own. A few months ago I was lucky to escape from that nightmare I had become used to, but only barely with my life. Vince, you have scarred me in more ways than you shall ever know. And now I must make you face your worst nightmare! I am here, and I am real Vince, your nightmares have only just begun!"

Damien gave the Master the mic, and he was set to remove the hood from his face.

OR: 65.1%

The Arrival!

As Damien was getting ready to reveal his face to the world, a large black limo pulled up in the parking lot on the titantron, disturbing him. It pulled up as the driver got out and walked to the back door, opening it as out stepped to a small pop, Linda McMahon. She thanked the driver and made her way towards the arena doors and inside.

JR: "Oh My Word, Linda McMahon is here, the wife of Vince is here right now and it looks like she is heading our way, BAH GAWD WHAT IS GONNA HAPPEN NOW!"

OR: 61.5%

AD BREAKS

Confrontation!

We returned to find the Gathering still stood in the ring as the Wrestlemania anthem played and out walked in a smart business suit Linda McMahon. She was fearless as she made her way down to the ring and climbed inside working her way around the group and picking up a mic from Lillian stood near the ringposts.

Linda: "I have come here tonight to set the record straight. I have spoken to my husband, and yes he has confirmed he had an affair a long, long, time ago. But he categorically denies that he bore a child, especially someone like you, now I don't know who you are, or even where you came from and basically I don't give a damn. I believe my husband, but I don't believe a word your saying out here. I listened to your fantasy on the way here tonight, and although you beat me to the ring to come up with this stupid idea of who you are, I want you out of here, and I want you gone right now!"

Damien: "My dear Linda, you are just like your husband. You think the past is buried, that it shall never come back but you have forgotten. Do you not remember what my family did to you a number of weeks ago, do you not remember the fear that showed in your eyes as my brother in arms, my beast Kane picked you up and showed you the power we possess in your very own home. I can still see it Linda, your eyes give you away, you still have that fear as my family stands here next to me."

Linda: "You may scare me still yes, even I admit to that, but I don't care who you are or what you are about, it's time that I put my foot down and it starts right here, right now. I am taking Stacy with me and we are getting out of here, and if you stop me, if you dare to put your hands or any of your little so called family then I shall make you pay for what you do!"

Linda dropped the mic and grabbed Stacy's hand. Stacy still stood there, her head bowed down almost in a trance as Linda walked off but Stacy wouldn't go with her. Stacy held back, until suddenly she looked up at Linda. Linda told her to come with her and get away from these people, but Stacy had other ideas. She suddenly let fly as her hand came around and slapped Linda right across the face, as she fell backwards and down onto the ring mat. Damien held his hands out as Kane and The Master were gonna move in for the kill but stopped at his command. The Master then handed Damien a mic, as he bent down, and grabbed Linda by the throat. He pulled her up by his hand on her throat as she tried pulling his hand away but couldn't match his strength. Damien then moved the mic up to his face as he began to speak.

Damien: "I am telling you now, just like I have told your husband, your nightmares have only just begun. Linda, now look into the face of the Lord of Darkness, the man who is about to destroy all what you made!"

JR: "No, get your hands off her you son of a bitch, leave Linda alone."

Damien dropped the mic to the ground and slowly removed the hood over his face as the crowd got a first full shot of the man who was pulling all the strings behind the Gathering's members. The crowd popped as we saw a close up of one side of Damien's face, Linda started screaming as the camera started moving around to the other side and we saw the other half of the face. Half of the face had lots of scars, and looked like some of it was melted from a fire.

JR: "BAH GAWD, LOOK AT HIM, HE LOOKS LIKE HE'S BEEN THROUGH HELL AND BACK."

He looked deep into her eyes and gave a weird sort of grin of expression on his face as he moved Linda to the center of the ring and was about to destroy her.

Suddenly Triple H, Ric Flair, Steven Richards and Trish Stratus ran down to the ring and slid inside. Triple H and Ric Flair suddenly took it to Kane and The Master beating them back and eventually sending them out the ring over the top rope with a double clothesline. As this was happening Damien let go of Linda as Trish moved to her and helped her as Damien moved away to the ropes, as Triple H, Ric Flair and Steven Richards looked at him. Damien then climbed out the ropes and made his way up the ramp, Kane and The Master with Stacy behind him as he continued his staredown at Evolution and Linda in the ring, as they checked on the damage they had done to Vince's wife.

OR: 66.3%

Local Hero?

A video aired next showing the local Superstar and World Heavyweight Champion Batista as he made some appearances in his home city of Washington, DC.

OR: 65.4%

JR: "Folks, Batista is here and tonight he will be facing off against Edge, But now Rhyno will go up against Simon Dean, let's goto the ring."

Rhyno vs Simon Dean

Rhyno picked up a victory over Simon Dean with a Gore to the delight of fans.

Winners: Rhyno

MR: 62.4%

MQ: 72.4%

OR: 71.3%

Revenge Tonight?

Backstage we find Evolution in the parking lot, as Linda McMahon is put inside her black limo by Trish Stratus as Steven Richards climbs in the front seat to drive. Trish then turns back to Flair and Triple H.

HHH: "Trish, you and Richards take Linda home and look after her after the shock she took tonight."

Trish: "What about you and Ric?"

HHH: "We've got some business to take care of tonight, tonight, me and Naitch are gonna take out Kane and this so called Master, and to make sure they accept our challenge, we're gonna put these World Heavyweight titles on the line. Tonight, we end this for good!"

Trish climbs inside the back of the limo with Linda as it starts up and drives off up the ramp.

OR: 79.9%

AD BREAKS

JR: "Folks, you heard it before the break, Triple H and Ric Flair will be meeting Kane and The Master later tonight with the World Tag Team Belts on the line, but coming up right now we have Matt Hardy who last night should have been crowned the Intercontinental Champion, but that no good CLB, Christian fooled the ref and got away with the title."

Matt Hardy vs Chris Masters

Matt Hardy came out to a good pop while Masters got some heat in his trademark entrance. Masters looked good and almost locked in the Masterlock but couldn't get his fingers locked together, and this allowed Matt to reverse out of it, and turned around to get Masters in position and hit a Twist of Fate before covering and picking up the victory.

Winners: Matt Hardy

MR: 54.4%

MQ: 67.4%

OR: 61.2%

JR: "Matt Hardy with the win there and it looks like he has something to say."

I Want My Titleshot?

After the match, Matt Hardy moves out the ring and picks up a mic before climbing back in as Chris Masters disappears up the ramp an backstage with the ref.

Matt: "Last night, I was cheated out of winning the Intercontinental Championship. I fought a battle, both inside and outside of the ring and then I had it, the moment I had waited for since I returned. I moved the ladder in position and I slowly made my way up it. It was then, I took a hold of the belt, I had finally fulfilled one of my dreams and within moments it was taken away from me. Christian, everyone here knows you screwed Matt Hardy out of winning that belt, but tonight, it's payback time, so get your *** out here right now!"

After a few moments, the music hits and out walks in a shirt and trousers carrying his Intercontinental Championship Belt over his shoulder, Christian. He makes his way down to the ring and climbs inside. He goes and grabs a mic before he goes face to face with Matt Hardy as the crowd pop waiting for something to happen when Christian backs away and starts to speak.

Christian: "You know Matt, why don't you just admit it, you got beat, it doesn't matter how I beat you, it doesn't matter if you claim I cheated, of which I didn't **smiles**, it will go down as another sweet victory for your very own Captain Charisma. You see Matt, unlike you, I know how to play the game, I know what I need to do in order to keep this title, and that's where your problem lies. You just don't have it in you, I've beaten you what, twice or more in the last month? Admit it, you just can't beat someone as Hot as me!"

Matt: "Not when he's a creepy lying little bastard like you NO!"

Christian goes mad at hearing this.

Matt: "What I do want, is what I deserve, and thats a shot at that belt right now. **pop** No Tag partners to help you out, no outside interference, no cheating like you always do, just me and you, one on one, that belt on the line, if you have the guts!"

Christian: "Oh, your on alright. But it can't be tonight, you see after my brutal match last night, I'm sure you remember it when I climbed that ladder and picked up the belt once again to retain it, I've still got a few injuries I picked up **smiles**"

Matt: "Well let's do it this way then!"

Matt drops the mic and suddenly attacks christian. Matt starts taking advantage and sends him back to the ropes. Matt goes to irish whip Christian to the ropes but he reverses it and sends Matt who comes back as Christian ducks down for a backdrop and gets caught with a kick to the face sending him back to the ropes. Matt Hardy then ran and clotheslined Christian over the top rope and out as he goes crashing to the floor. Suddenly officials come running down and break it up as Matt goes to climb out the ring and gets held back as Christian is pulled away up the ramp as they shout at each other.

OR: 78.2%

World Champion's Home?

We go backstage to find Maria standing by with a mic and alongside the World Heavyweight Champion Batista clutching the belt over his shoulder.

Maria: "Batista, tonight you will face The Edge in a match for your World Heavyweight Championship. After last night's brutal match with you and Kane and Triple H, are you fit enough to be involved tonight?"

Batista: "Maria, last night I went through Hell, I faced two men, Kane and Triple H in one of the most brutal, one of the biggest matches I have ever had to face, and yet I still walked out the WWE World Heavyweight Champion."

Maria: "But Batista, people are saying that you are only the champion because Kane for some reason didn't cover Triple H? Do you have anything to say about that?"

Batista: "I have something to say alright, you see I don't know what's going through that demented mind of Kane, why he never made any cover when he could have been the next World Heavyweight Champion, but what I do know, is that if he want's to start a war with me, then I'm right here waiting. This may be some big plan of that group he's involved with, and in two week's, when I'm facing The Master, there won't be a damn thing anyone can do to help him!"

Maria: "What about your match tonight though, Edge and next week if you make it you will face Chris Jericho?"

Batista: "Just like the other twelve men before them, next week Jericho and this week Edge, they will be just another victim of the Monster Batista!"

Batista then walks off leaving Maria stood holding the mic.

OR: 70.6%

JR: "It looks like Batista is ready for tonight's Main Event. Last night though Muhammad Hassan once again lost out on picking up a victory, and it looks like he's about to join us out here right now."

Every Arab Needs Someone Behind Them?

We return to the ring area as the music hits and out walks to some good heat, Muhammad Hassan and Daivari. They stand at the top of the ring as Hassan looks around before turning his head and spitting down on the ground. They make their way down the ramp as Daivari climbs inside and Hassan poses on the outside praying before climbing in the ring and Daivari starts shouting in arabic introducing the Superstar before he hands a mic to Hassan.

Hassan: "Last night was supposed to be a moment in the history of this business, a moment that my friends, my family and my fans would behold. But last night I was made a fool of, Coach let my team down, he know's it and he is paying for it. But tonight, I promised the world that I have a huge announcement, I promised you all who are not even worthy of seeing me in this ring **heat**, that I, the Great Muhammad Hassan would announce something so big that you will not believe it with your own eyes. I have decided that I need someone to be in my corner, Daivari, you have failed me on too many occassions, and now you are going to pay the price. As of this day forward I no longer require your services, you are DISMISSED WITHOUT HONOUR!"

Daivari looks on in shock at being fired by Hassan, as Hassan points for him to get out the ring and leave, and after a few moments of him begging for forgiveness he does leave. He makes his way up the ramp and disappears backstage distraught at what just happened. Hassan stands in the ring holding the mic still.

Hassan: "Now, in front of your eyes, the Great Muhammad Hassan is proud to present to you, the one person who will help me reach the next level, I give to you all, AMEERA!" **Ameera stands for Princess, Leader in Arabic**

As people waited, some Arabic music played and out from the top walked the superstar formely known as Molly Holly. Dressed in an Arabic outfit similar to Hassan's, she made her way down the ramp and climbed inside. She then walked over to Hassan and bowed in front of him.

Hassan: "What you all see before your eyes is a Princess, a Leader of champions, a woman who's only position in life will be to take care of the great Muhammad, and it all starts next week. I am offering an open challenge to anyone backstage next week to come to this ring and accept my challenge."

Hassan then hands the mic over to Molly.

Ameera: "Next week shall be the beginning of a birth, Muhammad Hassan will show the world that he should no longer be looked down upon as an Arab American, as a hater for all you Americans, but that he should be looked upon as the Saviour of this company! MUHAMMAD BE THY NAME!"

With that, Muhammad Hassan and Ameera slowly made their way out the ring and up the ramp arm in arm as they stopped at the top of the ramp and turned to the fans. Muhammad Hassan then posed in his trademark Prayer.

OR: 62.0%

AD BREAKS

JR: "Before the break we saw Muhammad's new plan, and Molly Holly came out, or Ameera as she wants to be known as now and Muhammad fired Daivari. But we are set for this encounter, the World Tag Team belts are on the line, and this could be a slobberknocker folks."

WWE World Tag Team Championship Match:

Triple H / Ric Flair © vs Kane / The Master

Triple H and Ric Flair came out first and awaited their opponents, before out walked Kane and The Master. The match kicked off with Flair and Master starting it out, before Flair using dirty tacticts took control and tagged in Triple H. Triple H dominated for a while before he missed a chance and The Master was able to make a tag to Kane who came in and cleaned house. Kane sent Flair and Triple H down with a double clothesline as they both went to double team on him. The Master and Flair then took it to the outside as they fought around the ring, before Kane got took over the top rope by Triple H with a clothesline as both men crashed outside the ring. Flair came to help out Triple H and double team on Kane before The Master came back and went to help out his team mate as all hell broke loose, the ref counting inside the ring and finally reached a 10 count and counted both men out ruling a double countout. Ref's and officials ran down once again on the night as Flair and Triple H got pulled away from Kane and The Master as they continued to try and fight up the rampway and backstage.

Winners: Double Countout

MR: 74.4%

MQ: 64.1%

OR: 79.1%

The Edge Tonight?

Backstage we find Todd Grisham standing by with the challenger for later tonight, Edge.

Todd: "Edge, in a short while you will be going up against Batista for the World Heavyweight Championship. He has beaten twelve other men on his way to retaining his belt so far, including a brutal match last night at Survivor, the questions has to be asked, do you think you have what it takes?"

Edge: "What kind of question is that, anyway it doesn't matter, you see tonight you will all bear witness to a new World Heavyweight Champion. Tonight I walk in that ring carrying this briefcase, my money in the bank, and when I walk out, I'm gonna be carrying much, much more. It's no surprise that Batista went through hell last night, he faced Triple H and Kane in a Triple Threat match, but he hasn't faced me in singles competition since he won that belt."

Todd: "But, doesn't it scare you that although he went through a brutal match last night, he still came out the champion, and tonight, he's in his home town of Washington, DC?" **POP**

Edge: "Listen up Todd, it doesn't matter which town he's in, wether it's Oklahoma home of that fat boy out there Jim Ross, or Washington DC, the point I'm making is he can be on the moon if he wanted, he is still gonna be beat tonight. Last night he went through Hell, well tonight, Hell is gonna run through him. BANK ON IT!"

Edge walked off as Todd stood holding the mic.

OR: 78.2%

JR: "Edge looking like he believes he can win tonights match and win the World Heavyweight Championship belt and thats coming up shortly, but right now William Regal is coming out and he will be facing Gene Snitsky."

William Regal vs Snitsky

William Regal picked up a hard fought win when he caught Snitsky with a Regal Cutter and covered for the three count in a good match up.

Winners: William Regal

MR: 70.6%

MQ: 66.2%

OR: 69.3%

Match Next!

A video aired next showing the match coming up next, Edge vs Batista for the title.

OR: 65.7%

AD BREAKS

JR: "We're back for the final time, no more breaks and we are set for what could be Batista's final night as World Heavyweight Championship. Last night Batista went through hell, and tonight he has to do it all over again as he goes up against Edge."

WWE World Heavyweight Championship:

Edge vs Batista ©

Edge got some heat from the fans before the World Heavyweight Champion came out to a huge pop. Batista and Edge started the match and Batista took early control using his upper body strength. The match went to the outside where Edge was able to come back, as he hit Batista into the steel steps and took advantage working on his legs. Edge locked in a single leg sharpshooter in the ring as Batista screamed in agony and barely made it to the ropes to break it up.

Edge then worked on his legs more, and set Batista up in the corner before Edge moved away and waited. Batista slowly moved out the corner and Edge went for a Spear but Batista moved out the way and Edge hit the ringpost hard with his shoulder. Batista took a moment to get his breath back before he started to attack Edge with some right hands and then sent him to the ropes and Edge returned to be met with a Spinebuster by Batista.

Batista then gave the signal, the thumbs down on his opponent, and as Edge slowly crawled to the corner he grabbed hold of his money in the bank briefcase. Batista went to grab Edge to finish it but Edge turned and went to swing at Batista. Batista ducked though as the briefcase smashed against the referee sending him flying down and out the ring. Edge looked on at the ref, before Batista turned him around and kicked him in the gut. Edge dropped the case as Batista picked him up and hit him with a Batista Bomb. Batista dropped down for the cover as a ref came running down and slid in the ring. The ref counted, and three hits of the mat later, Batista had retained the World Heavyweight Championship Belt. The ref went and grabbed the belt handing it to Batista before he went over and checked on his colleague referee knocked out earlier.

Winners: Batista ©

MR: 80.1%

MQ: 74.2%

OR: 86.3%

JR: "YES, Batista has done it, he's retained his World Heavyweight Championship, what a World Champion he is."

Two Weeks!

As Batista was celebrating in the ring, the lights started to dim and from the top of the rampway out walked the Master and his Lord, Damien. They stood there, both wearing robes, and covering their faces, Damien holding a mic ready to speak.

Damien: "Batista, I don't think we have formerly met. I am the Lord of Darkness, the Leader of the Gathering, and just like I promised my follower The Master, in two week's time your reign as the World Heavyweight Champion will come to an end, The Master will be the man standing on that faithfull night and the Gathering's power will be complete. Batista, live your dream while it last's because your time is coming to a close, just like you are right now!"

A Batista looked on, Edge got to his feet. Batista turned and Edge hit a Spear on the World Champion before he stood above his opponent and gave one of his trademark grins in pleasure at doing some damage to the man who just beat him.

JR: "DAMN YOU EDGE, DAMN YOU TO HELL, BATISTA IS DOWN."

The camera focused on a beaten Batista laying down on the floor as we headed to the end of the show.

OR: 76.8%

Overall Rating: 60.5

WWE Raw Preview

Live from Washington, DC

June 27th 2005

Last night in a spectacular pay per view called 'Survivor', we witnessed some of the greatest moments in WWE History, maybe none more so than the mystery arrival of a man who called out to Vince as his 'Father'. Shockwaves moved through everyone backstage as superstars are still unsure who this man was and why he said this to Vince, it has been confirmed that tonight Live on Raw, The Gathering and The Master will introduce this unknown individual to the world. What will he have to say about last night and his affiliation with Vince? Rumours have also circulated that one of the McMahon family are making their way to the arena to confront this individual, this is one night you definitely won't want to miss.

Also last night the World Heavyweight Champion Batista pulled off a great win by pinning Triple H in the Main Event. This was only down to the thanks of the Gathering's Kane though, and no one knows the reason why Kane allowed Batista to retain his title. Tonight Batista will have to battle it out once more in his home town of Washington, DC, as he goes up against the 'Money In The Bank' winner Edge who has had a week to prepare for his chance of glory. Will Edge be able to do what twelve other men have been unable to?

Another man who should have walked out a champion was Matt Hardy. Last night he captured the Intercontinental Championship Belt, only for Christian to steal it away from under him as he tricked the referee into thinking he was the one who grabbed the belt from above the ring. Tonight Matt Hardy faces 'The Masterpiece' Chris Masters, and surely he will have some words for Captain Charisma.

Another man who was on the receiving end of a defeat was Muhammad Hassan. Chris Jericho and Chris Benoit picked up a victory last night in a handicap match, and later that night Muhammad Hassan revealed he had an announcement he was gonna make on Raw Live. What are his plans, and what will he have to say about last night's defeat with his tag team partners?

Tune in this Monday Night at 9pm to see an amazing night of WWE Raw live from Washington!

Confirmed Matches:

William Regal vs Gene Snitsky

Matt Hardy vs Chris Masters

Rhyno vs Simon Dean

WWE World Heavyweight Championship:

Batista © vs Edge

WWE Sunday Night Heat

Sunday 26th June 2005

TV Audience:  679,819 viewers (up by 56,447)

Overall Rating:  38.0%

The show previewed the upcoming Pay Per View with an Interview with Matt Hardy who claimed he would tonight become the New Intercontinental Champion, Batista on his toughest match to date, and Victoria on gaining revenge on Trish Stratus.

Main Event:

William Regal/Shelton Benjamin def. Simon Dean/Maven (Pinfall by submission via T-Bone)

MR:  67.0%

MQ:  65.4%

OR:  69.5%

WWE is proud to present, Live from Vermont on 26th June 2005:

WWE World Heavyweight Championship:

Triple Threat Match:

Batista © vs Triple H vs Kane

WWE Revelations Match:

Vince McMahon vs The Master

WWE Intercontinental Championship:

Fatal Four Way Ladder Match:

Christian © vs Sylvain Grenier vs Matt Hardy vs Robert Conway

WWE Women's Championship:

Catfight:

Trish Stratus vs Victoria ©

Street Fight:

Marty Jannetty vs Shawn Michaels

Handicap Match (3 vs 2):

Muhammad Hassan/Daivari/Coach vs Chris Benoit/Chris Jericho

WWE Raw

Monday 20th June 2005

Attendance: 5,931

TV Audience: 1,048,272 viewers (up by 32,136)

The show kicked off with the moments from last weeks episode. It showed The Gathering being left in the ring as Vince McMahon placed a bounty on his head. A group of superstars and backstage staff then came out as the clip ended looking doomed for the Master and his group. The credits then rolled and we are Live at Raw.

JR: "Welcome to another great edition of Monday Night Raw! Folks, moments ago before you saw the closing scenes from last weeks episode, The Gathering were surrounded and later on we are gonna show you exactly what happened as we ran out of time and went off the air. But we are all set to kick off the show with a fantastic match up, last week Chris Benoit got to face Daivari in singles competition, well this week Chris Jericho will face off against Muhammad Hassan, let's goto the ring."

Chris Jericho vs Muhammad Hassan

Jericho was in the ring, Benoit stood on the outside as out came Muhammad Hassan and Daivari. The match go under way with Jericho taking control from the start. Benoit kept an eye on Daivari as the match continued back and forth, and Daivari attempted to help out when Benoit came running around the ring and chased after him back up the ramp and away.

Jericho had Hassan knocked down and was going for the lionsault when Coach appeared from under the ring. Jericho ran to the ropes, the ref looking down on Hassan, as Coach caught Jericho with a shot to the head from a steel post he had in his hand taken from under the ring. Jericho bounced back off the ropes and crashed down, as Hassan staggered over and got one arm over covering and the ref counted the three. Coach suddenly appeared at ringside and pulled Hassan out the ring. Benoit came running back down and slid in the ring as Hassan was being accompanied back up the ramp by Coach with a huge smile on his face.

Winners: Muhammad Hassan

MR: 82.4%

MQ: 74.8%

OR: 81.3%

ADVERTS

Rematch?

As we return we find Chris Jericho and Chris Benoit bursting into the GM's office, where Vince McMahon is stood looking at the latest Raw magazine which has a feature on the Master and his Gathering.

Jericho: "Vince, did you just see what happened out there, did you see the injustice that just took place?"

Vince: "Injustice, yes Chris I did see it, what you want me to do about it? The referee's decision is final, Muhammad Hassan won that match and I can't change that result!"

Benoit: "You might not be able to change that result, but you can certainly make it up to us!"

Vince: "What do you mean?"

Benoit: "This sunday, there's a Pay Per View taking place called Survivor, well how about me and Jericho get to finally shut up those two Arab-Americans Hassan and Daivari once and for all?"

Vince: "You know Chris, and Chris, that's a great idea, but how about this which is much better, Chris Jericho and his tag team partner, Chris Benoit taking on, wait for it, Muhammad Hassan and Daivari, and their tag team partner, Jonathan Coachman!"

Jericho: "A handicap match, two on three? Your kidding right!"

Benoit: "Wait Chris, think of it, we finally get to put our hands on Coach and there's not a damn thing he can do to stop us."

Jericho: "You may have something there. Vince, your on."

Jericho and Benoit then exit the room as Vince goes back to looking at the magazine featuring the Master as he spoke to himself.

Vince: "As for you Master, this sunday your *** will be mine."

Vince grins as the part closes.

OR: 90.8%

Survivor Hype!

A video aired on the titantron next advertising the Main Event of Survivor.

"In the beginning there was Man"

**Footage shows Triple H doing his trademark pose**

"Next came the Monster"

**Footage airs of Batista doing his trademark pose with his arms**

"Then came, The Beast!"

**Footage shows Kane snarling at the camera**

"Put these three together in one ring, and Hell shall be Unleashed!"

**Footage shows all three men attacking each other, destroying everything in their path**

"The World Heavyweight Champion Batista takes on Ten times World Champion Triple H and the Beast Kane in a Triple Threat Match."

**Footage shows Kane destroying both Batista and Triple H two weeks ago**

"WWE is proud to present Survivor live on Pay Per View this Sunday 26th June. Call your local cable operator for details on how to order it!"

OR: 60.0%

Street Fight?

After the video ended, we were joined backstage by Maria who is standing by with Marty Jannetty.

Maria: "Last week Marty, Shawn Michaels called your bluff and asked to meet you this Sunday at Survivor in a Street Fight. What are your thoughts on Shawn's recovery and offer?"

Marty: "My thoughts, well they are just like they were several weeks ago when I threw that son of a bitch through a glass window. I told you Shawn that you are nothing, you mean nothing and no one cares about your stupid little Heartbreak routine anymore. And if you wanna call me out next sunday, that's fine with me, because I'll be there and and I'll be waiting to once again kick your ***, only this time, it may not be a glass window you go through, because this time your life will end for good!"

Marty Jannetty walks off leaving Maria stood looking pretty.

OR: 43.2%

JR: "Folks we are all set, this Sunday at Survivor we are gonna see some amazing matches. Chris Jericho and Chris Benoit will be going into the Pay Per View in a Handicap Match against Muhammad Hassan, Daivari and our very own Coach. Not only that, but Marty Jannetty has accepted Shawn Michaels proposal of a Street Fight this sunday, and that is sure to be one Slobberknocker. Also, we have two men who are gonna be in action next, Matt Hardy and Christian in a Ladder match for the Intercontinental Championship, but tonight they will be teaming up with former best friends and tag team partners Robert Conway and Sylvain Grenier in a Tag Team Match."

Sylvain Grenier & Christian vs Matt Hardy & Robert Conway

This tag team match got under way with Christian and Conway starting it. The fans were calling for Matt Hardy in and eventually the chance came as Christian got knocked down and Conway made the tag. Matt took it to Christian and the two went out no holds barred against each other. The referee lost total control, as Matt and Christian used everything on each other and ended up outside on the mat still fighting. Conway jumped in the ring, as did Grenier and it went off again, Grenier took control and went for the pinfall but the referee indicated that Matt and Christian were the legal men. At this point Grenier jumped over the top rope and took out Matt Hardy on the outside who was attacking Christian. Christian got back in the ring and was only met with a Fallaway Slam by Conway who covered and just picked up the victory for his team as Grenier slid in but was too late. Grenier moaned to the referee about it and then started to attack Conway, as Christian then joined in. Matt Hardy then jumped off the turnbuckle behind their backs as they turned and both men were taken out. Christian and Grenier slid out the ring and walked back up the ramp complaining about the match.

Winners: Matt Hardy & Robert Conway

MR: 70.4%

MQ: 72.6%

OR: 82.7%

ADVERTS

JR: "Just before the break you saw Robert Conway pick up a victory against Christian, well folks during our time out the owner Vince McMahon came out and made a huge announcement, let's take a look."

Change To The Match?

After we return we are shown footage of what took place during the break. Conway and Hardy are celebrating in the ring as Vince McMahon turned up on the stage area holding a mic.

Vince: "That was quite a match up you all put on. And it made me think of an idea I had, this sunday at Survivor, Matt Hardy will be facing Christian in a Ladder Match for the Intercontinental Championship. Well that has now changed, because I am adding in that match Sylvain Grenier **his face changes to a smile as he stands on the ramp area looking up at Vince** and, Robert Conway **he punches the air in approval** in what is now a Fatal Four Way Ladder Match."

OR: 85.5%

JR: "So now, four men will be in that Ladder match and that is sure to be an explosive night for whoever can pick up that belt. But it looks like we are gonna be joined out here by one member of Evolution, Trish Stratus."

Catfight!

Suddenly, 'Oh, it's time to Rock'n'Roll' kicked in and out walked looking pleased with herself after last weeks beating of Victoria, Trish Stratus. She made her way down to the ring and climbed inside taking hold of a mic to some generous heat from the fans.

Trish: "Thank you but please, hold your applause till next sunday when I get my title back **HEAT as she smiles** Last week I faced Victoria in a match, and just like I always prove, The Stratusfaction always come out on top. Victoria, sweetie, last week I left you just like you always look, out cold. **laughs** Now Victoria, I don't want you to get worried, I mean, I've knocked you out once and this sunday I'll do it all over again. You see, that title you hold means more to me than anything else in this world, means more to me than any guy, means more to me than even my family, which is why I won't let you get too settled with that belt. That belt belongs around my sexy little waist, and that's where it will remain forever, because everyone here knows that I am the Greatest Women's Wrestler in the history of this business."

Suddenly Trish is shocked as Victoria's theme plays. Trish goes to the ropes looking for Victoria who hasn't appeared, until a movement through the crowd is shown and Victoria jumps the barrier and slides in the ring. Trish turns and it taken down with a short spear by Victoria who then starts laying into Trish with everything she has got. Officials come running down and get in to break it up as they pull Victoria off Trish at first, with Trish being moved out the ring to the outside. Victoria breaks loose though and runs off the ropes and dives through the middle and top rope and takes out Trish again to a good pop from the fans. Victoria starts getting into Trish more and officials have to run to break it up again pulling Victoria off as this time they do get seperated for good. Trish is pulled up the stage area shouting and screaming at Victoria who is being held back by officials at ringside.

OR: 75.4%

JR: "There's nothing like it when two women go at it tooth and nails in the WWE, and I am hearing that this sunday Trish Stratus will be facing Victoria for the Women's title in a now Catfight match. But, let's take you back to last week, we run out of time as the show went off the air."

Raw's Final Closure?

A video is then shown of what took place last week on Raw. It features the Master telling Vince that at Survivor he would face the one thing he hoped he had buried, and it ended with the Master and his Gathering stood in the ring as Vince called out any superstars or backstage technicians who wanted to take the One Million Dollar Bounty Money to finally take out the Master.

The superstars appeared behind Vince and walked down the aisle, standing at the bottom of the ramp, at least a good 30 or so Superstars and Ref's and crew from backstage. The Master waited as Kane walked forward along with Hurricane and Rosey to block their path to the Master.

The superstars then ran to the ring as they slid in and all hell broke loose. The Master jumped out the other end and over the barrier as Superstars came running after him. He made it through a gap in the crowd security had made as he rushed to the backstage area. Superstars were still on his back as he made it through the empty corridor and towards the parking lot. He grabbed hold of a piece of wood and blocked the doors as he passed through them, barricading the superstars inside. He looked on as a wry smile appeared on his masked face as he reached his arms out at his side.

From behind a black large limo type pulled up and the door opened as The Master climbed inside. The door closed behind him and the limo pulled away out of the arena.

OR: 53.5%

JR: "That took place last week as Raw went off the air and The Master was extremely lucky to escape with his life then, and we understand he has stayed away tonight to be ready for his match this Sunday against this man coming out here now **NO Chance in hell played** Vince McMahon is all set for action and is planning on showing The Master what he has in store for him this Sunday."

Vince McMahon vs James Hendrix

This was a short squash match in which Vince totally destroyed his opponent. Vince left Hendrix battered and bloody in the ring after hitting a Stunner on him for the pinfall. He then picked him up after the victory, and threw him over the top rope and out the ring as medics rushed down to help him.

Winners: Vince McMahon

MR: 53.4%

MQ: 54.2%

OR: 57.3%

JR: "What a beating Vince McMahon just gave out, the guys is being taken away on a stretcher."

Sunday's Revelation?

Vince McMahon picked up a mic after his match.

Vince: "The Master, I hope your watching this because what I just did to this punk *** kid, I am gonna do to you this Sunday. You talk about the past coming back to haunt me, you talk about the Revelation you have on me, but maybe you don't know, but next week we won't be in Kansas anymore Toto, we'll be at a huge Pay Per View and that is where I am gonna rip your soul apart and feed it to the dogs."

OR: 86.7%

ADVERTS

Survivor Hype?

After Vince's comments we come back and are shown another Video to hype Survivor this sunday.

"One Man has all the Power!"

**Footage shows Vince McMahon with loads of money around him**

"One Man has all the Darkness around him"

**Footage shows The Master in darkness as he raises his head to the camera, his face still masked**

"Two Men, But Only One Can Have A Revelation!"

**Footage shows Vince saying at Survivor he will Unmask the Master, while another clip shows The Master saying at Survivor, his past will come back to haunt him!"

"This Sunday The World May be Pitched into Darkness, FOREVER!"

**Footage shows Vince in action as well as clips of The Master in action."

"WWE is proud to present Survivor live on Pay Per View this Sunday 26th June. Call your local cable operator for details on how to order it!"

OR: 60.2%

Evolution's Plan?

Backstage we find Evolution in their locker room.

HHH: "Listen up, I've just heard that Kane is here tonight, now later on Batista will be defending his title against Chris Benoit!"

Stevie R: "The man who made you tap out, twice?"

Triple H turns and snarls at Steven Richards for his comment.

HHH: "Shut it Stevie, besides, don't you have a match next? So I suggest you go and leave this to us. **Steven Richards leaves the room** Well we all heard last week Batista saying he wants a piece of Kane, and I reckon Batista will be just where we want him. So here's the plan. We simply let Kane go after Batista!"

Flair: "You mean we do nothing? We stand back and just watch it?"

HHH: "That's right Naitch, you see, this sunday Kane and Batista will meet in that ring with me, and what a better way than to just let them two go at it this week and beat the living hell out of each other? It just makes my job that whole lot easier this Sunday."

Trish: "That's quite a genius plan Hunter. I mean, if both of them take each other out, then at least you have a chance to win the belt back!"

HHH: "Have a chance to win it back? Listen up Trish, it doesn't matter if Batista and Kane are at their best, they are no match for the Game. I am the Ten times World Champion, only The Naitch is better than me at holding that title, and after this sunday I'll be one step closer to breaking that record. Ain't that right Naitch!"

Flair doesn't look happy at Triple H's comments.

HHH: "Come on Naitch, if you wanted someone to beat your record, then who would you prefer, someone like me, the Greatest Wrestler Alive Today, or someone like Batista, a no good piece of trash who does nothing for this industry?"

Flair: "Your right, you of course man, I mean your the Game, your the Best there is. Whooooo!"

HHH: "Good, now if things do change tonight, I've got an idea, listen up!"

The three huddle up together as Triple H whispers to them.

OR: 67.8%

JR: "Well for the past few weeks Steven Richards has come out as both the Ultimate Warrior and last week as Hulk Hogan, but tonight he is facing Simon Dean next and god knows who he will be tonight."

Simon Dean vs Steven Richards

As Simon Dean waited, the crowd erupted as the sound of a Human Disaster started up, and out walked Steven Richards as none other than Earthquake. Wearing a blue one piece outfit, and what looked like stuffing inside to make him look as close to the 400+lbs Earthquake was he made his way down to the ring.

Simon Dean thought this was a joke, as he laughed at him, until he took it too far and put his finger in Steven Richards padded stomach before Steven Richards attacked. Richards was in control as he eventually slammed him into the center of the ring, and then bounced all around him in Earthquake style fashion before running to one set of ropes, then the other and coming back with a sit down on top of Dean covering as the pinfall won the match for Steven Richards. Richards then celebrated as Dean tried catching his breath back after being sat upon by this 200lbs+ opponent in padding.

Winners: Steven Richards

MR: 58.8%

MQ: 72.3%

OR: 64.5%

Survivor Hype!

"For One Man, It's Time To Survive His Worst Nightmare"

**Footage shows Shawn being thrown through a glass window and laying there all cut and bloody**

"For another man, it's time to face up to the consequences of his actions!"

**Footage shows Marty shouting at Shawn lying on the ground that he is nothing now**

"When these two men meet, no one will be able to hold them apart"

**Footage shows Marty and Shawn both in action attacking people**

"Heartbreak Kid Shawn Michaels will face his once former Tag Team Partner Marty Jannetty in a Street Fight This Sunday!"

**Footage shows Marty's Rocker drop, and Shawn's Sweet Chin Music on opponents**

"WWE is proud to present Survivor live on Pay Per View this Sunday 26th June. Call your local cable operator for details on how to order it!"

OR: 68.1%

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Survivor Hype!

"For two men, its going back to the past showing their expertise at flying through the air"

**Footage shows old clips of Christian and Matt Hardy diving off Ladders onto Opponents**

"For another two men, it's about turning your back on your friend"

**Footage shows Conway attacking Grenier two weeks ago, and then Grenier attacking Conway last week**

"Four Men will take part in a Ladder Match for one title, but will anyone be able to Survive till then End?"

**Footage shows moments of past ladder matches and brutality it takes on people**

"The WWE Intercontinental Champion Christian will defend his belt against Matt Hardy, Sylvain Grenier and Robert Conway in a Fatal Four Way Ladder Match!"

**Footage shows all four men posing for the camera**

"WWE is proud to present Survivor live on Pay Per View this Sunday 26th June. Call your local cable operator for details on how to order it!"

OR: 65.9%

JR: "Well, we are all set everyone for the Main Event. World Heavyweight Champion Batista will go up against Chris Benoit in what is sure to be a classic battle. These two men, one a former World Heavyweight Champion, one the current World Heavyweight Champion, I've been waiting for this encounter for along time."

WWE World Heavyweight Championship:

Batista © vs Chris Benoit

Both men got huge pops from the fans for this encounter fans had been waiting for. Benoit dominated from the start and used his technical ability to keep Batista down on the mat. He tried locking in the Crippler Crossface on several occassions but couldn't lock it in properly leaving Batista to escape each time. Batista came back, using his upper body strength and throwing Benoit around the ring. Batista was all set up, gave the thumbs down for the Batista Bomb when Kane's music hit and out walked the Beast. Batista jumped out the ring and the two men went at it on the ramp. Benoit jumped out and attacked both men before he threw Batista back in the ring. Benoit then hit a backdrop on the ramp to Kane who ran at him, before he went back to the ring. Unfortunately Batista was stood waiting as Benoit climbed in and he attacked, and within a few moments it was over as Batista finished Benoit off with a Batista Bomb and pinfall. Batista then rolled out the ring and went after Kane who was getting back to his feet.

Winners: Batista (still World Heavyweight Champion)

MR: 77.3%

MQ: 81.0%

OR: 86.1%

Highway To Hell!

As the match was over, Batista and Kane were still fighting up the rampway and backstage. The camera followed them as they went through the curtain and down a corridor, both men hitting each other with punches to defend themselves, and Kane in front throwing anything he could to stop Batista from chasing him.

They made it to the Parking lot where a car was waiting and Kane made it to the car as Batista ran forward and speared Kane into the car. Batista started to lay right hands to Kane but he somehow pushed Batista away and jumped into the car as it sped away in a hurry.

Batista stood and looked on as he screamed out at Kane getting away. Suddenly out of nowhere Batista went down onto the ground out cold. The camera moved around to see Triple H holding a large plank of wood which he had just used to knock Batista out with. Triple H bent over and looked down on his beaten opponent for this sunday.

HHH: "See you at Survivor, CHAMP!"

Triple H then dropped the wood onto Batista and walked off back into the arena, as the camera focused on Batista's body lying on the ground, not moving at all with the piece of wood at his side.

JR: "Bah Gawd, the champ is out cold, you'll pay for that Hunter, you'll pay for what you just did!"

OR: 75.0%

Overall Rating: 70.3