WWE Raw Results: New force joins main roaster, Gunther retains the intercontinental title

On September 9, 2023, WWE Raw made a triumphant return with a thrilling evening of entertainment. This episode of Raw wasted no time in preparing the audience for the forthcoming Fastlane event on October 7 while the wrestling community was still buzzing from the recent Payback pay-per-view. This episode of Raw had viewers on the edge of their seats with a combination of intense matches and captivating storylines. Let's explore the legendary Raw night:

3 things you need to know 

• Jey Uso returns to WWE RAW
• WWE will now head to India for the WWE Superstar Spectacle
• John Cena will be part of the WWE Superstar Spectacle

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WWE Raw Results

The Viking Raiders vs. Drew McIntyre and Matt Riddle: 

Tornado Tag match served as the program's first match. The Viking Raiders, together with Matt Riddle and Drew McIntyre, put everything on the line. The game featured its share of exciting moments, notably Kofi Kingston's unexpected entrance. In the end, a mistake caused Kingston to unintentionally cost the match to McIntyre and Riddle. The Viking Raiders are the winners.

Ricochet vs. Shinsuke Nakamura:

Seth Rollins sought a match with Nakamura, who was unable to wrestle due to a medical condition. Instead, Ricochet stepped forward to confront Nakamura. The match was intense and displayed Ricochet's abilities. Ricochet won by DQ when Nakamura disqualified himself with a chair. Ricochet wins by DQ.

Shayna Baszler vs. Zoey Stark:

Baszler and Stark engaged in a heated battle. Both wrestlers demonstrated athleticism and resilience. Baszler took the victory with her Kirifuda Clutch submission. Shayna Baszler was the winner.

Raquel Rodriguez vs. Chelsea Green: 

Raquel Rodriguez competed in a singles match against Chelsea Green. Rodriguez's dominance was on display as she ploughed through Green and won with her famous powerbomb. Raquel Rodriguez was the winner.

JD McDonagh vs. Sami Zayn: 

In a grudge match, JD McDonagh and Sami Zayn squared off. JD won with a roll-up, but the aftermath was chaotic. Zayn vented his rage on JD, setting the groundwork for more upheaval in their tale. JD McDonagh is the winner.

Intercontinental Championship - Gunther vs Chad Gable:

The evening's main event was a fight for the Intercontinental Championship. Chad Gable stood in the way of Gunther breaking The Honky Tonk Man's record but failed. The match was a work of art, with both competitors giving it their all. Gable failed to win, marking a watershed moment in the history of the title. Gunther was the winner by pinfall.

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WWE RAW Highlights of the Events

Jey Uso Promotion: The show began with Jey Uso addressing the audience, creating a pleasant tone for the evening as he returned to the Raw.

• Sami Zayn's Pep Talk: Sami Zayn gave Jey Uso an emotional pep talk, revealing a different side of his character.
• Miz TV with Invisible John Cena: The Miz presented a great session on Miz TV with a "invisible" John Cena that resulted in comedic anarchy in the ring.
• Judgement Day made an appearance and hinted at upcoming developments in their plot. Damian Priest commanded Judgement Day.
• Respect Between Shayna Baszler and Zoey Stark: Following their match, Shayna Baszler and Zoey Stark shown respect for one another, perhaps indicating a potential tag team arrangement.
• Following JD McDonagh's victory over Sami Zayn, there was a post-match brawl, demonstrating the continuation of their bitter feud.

WWE Raw on September 9, 2023, was an emotional and physical rollercoaster that gave fans great moments and thrilling matches while also preparing the audience for the impending Fastlane event.