WWE Raw Results (7/21/14) Miami, Florida

Welcome to Monday Night Raw. We kick things off with Triple H coming out to the ring and Triple H says true he may be upset over the WWE Championship not returning to The Authority last night he may go on social media and tweet about it or send out an instagram or he can sit back and relax knowing that in a few weeks he guarandamntees the title will no longer be with John Cena. Randy Orton comes out and tells Triple H he deserves a rematch and tells him to put him in the match against Cena and he'll beat him. Triple H says everyone will get an opportunity to show that they want and deserve to be WWE Champion. Orton says he hopes Triple H is not considering Kane because if Kane would have done his job last night, the WWE Championship would be back with The Authority. Kane comes out and says he hopes he's being considered to face Cena and is tired of being Orton's babysitter. Roman Reigns comes out and says no one wants to see Kane vs John Cena or Randy Orton vs John Cena. He believes everyone wants to see Roman Reigns vs John Cena. Reigns clears the ring and Triple H says he believes Roman Reigns has a match against Randy Orton and Kane and he believes that match happens now

-Commercial 8:12pm-

Roman Reigns vs Randy Orton & Kane

Reigns started off on the defensive, prompting a "Roman Reigns" chant from the crowd. Reigns continued to take a beating before being knocked to the outside. Kane tried to whip Reigns into the ring steps, but Reign reversed and Kane ate the steps. Reigns stood tall in the ring heading to break.

-Commercial 8:19pm-

Raw returned with Reigns back on the defensive against The Authority's top heels. Reigns made his comeback and Cole was produced to talk about social media items. Meanwhile, Lawler and JBL traded barbs on whether Reigns is impressing Triple H.
Kane cut off Reigns and reached over to Orton to tag him in, but Orton shook his head no. So, Kane grabbed Orton around the throat, which allowed Reigns to blast Kane from behind. Reigns then speared Kane for the pin and the win. Afterward, Reigns stared down Orton, who decided to bail from ringside and head to the back.

The winner of the match: Roman Reigns

Backstage: Heel Divas Alicia Fox, Rosa Mendes, Eva Marie, and Cameron were chatting about taking out Nikki Bella tonight when Stephanie McMahon walked in. Steph offered them a pep-talk to take out Nikki tonight and teach Brie Bella a lesson.

-Commercial 8:29pm-

Eva Marie, Rosa Mendes, Cameron & Alicia Fox vs Nikki Bella

Stephanie comes out and tells Brie everything her sister is going through is because of Brie. Brie calls Stephanie a b--- and Stephanie has her removed from the building and tells the referee to ring the bell. All four divas gang up on Nikki and Alicia hits a scissors kick and covers her for the pin.

The winners of the match: Alicia Fox, Eva Marie, Cameron & Rosa Mendes

Post Match: Nikki is rolled out of the ring and Stephanie reminds Nikki this is all happening because of her sister and sooner or later Nikki will do exactly what Brie did and quit

-Commercial 8:42pm-

Damian Sandow vs Bo Dallas

Kick by Sandow and a forearm across the back. Dallas counters with a clothesline and backdrop. Sandow clotheslined over the top rope. Dallas with a series of rights. Off the ropes, Dallaas runs into a forearm and it's Sandow punching and stomping away at Dallas. Suplex by Sandow. Sandow picks Dallas up and Dallas counters with a small package. Sandow with a clothesline. Elbow on Dallas and Sandow with a chinlock  Dallas gets to his feet and off the ropes runs into a knee. Sandow picks Dallas up and slams him. Sandow delivers the Cobito Acquiet. Dallas counters with the Running BO-dog for the pin and win

The winner of the match: Bo Dallas

Post Match: Dallas takes a victory lap around the ring.

-Commercial 8:52pm-

Michael Cole said a situation has developed between Jericho and Bray Wyatt. Jericho was not in the ring for the Highlight Reel, then Bray Wyatt interrupted on the video screen and told Miami that they're here. Out came Bray, Erick Rowan, and Luke Harper. Cole said moments ago Jericho was being interviewed backstage when he was attacked and assaulted by the Wyatts.

Once the Wyatts hit the ring, Bray said hello to everyone in the crowd. He played Chris Jericho welcoming everyone to the Highlight Reel. Unfortunately, the scheduled host Chris Jericho is unable to make it at the moment. "He is a bit indisposed," Bray laughed to himself. Where could he be? Bray pointed to the video screen, which was footage of Bray and Co. confronting Jericho in the locker room. The fight was on, then Bray stopped the fight to perform a wrestling move - Sister Abigail - into one of the locker room stalls. Bray then sat down in the stall and told Jericho: "Sooner or later, they all fall down."

Back live at Bray Wyatt's Highlight Reel, Bray laughed to himself and wondered aloud where Jericho is. "Surprise, surprise, he ain't here for you," Bray said. "But I am." Bray said he knows everyone is thinking that because Jericho had his arm raised last night that Jericho is a better man than he is. Bray said he does not burden himself with such petty things because a loss in the battle does not affect the result of the war. "I created war!" he shouted. Bray Wyatt continued that in their one-year reign of terror, they have destroyed folks and brought so-called heroes to their knees. "I am Bray Wyatt, the eater of worlds, and I am every bit the monster they think I am," he said. Bray said he cannot be measured like a normal man. Not by money or time. But, ever since last night, he can't shake something; something that Abigail used to say to him. Because if you go around chasing vengeance, you better dig two graves: one for your enemy and one for yourself. "Unfortunately for you, Chris Jericho, I am forever," he said before leaning back and looking toward the ceiling.

-Commercial 9:04pm-

Dolph Ziggler vs The Miz

Ziggler quickly got his hands on Miz to take out his frustration from Battleground last night. But, Miz caught Ziggler on the way back into the ring and cut him off. Ziggler quickly absorbed Miz's attack and delivered nine "heart-stopping" elbow drops to Miz's chest. Miz avoided the tenth, then cut off Ziggler and applied a chinlock. Ziggler broke free, then tried to punch Miz in the face, but Miz covered his face. Ziggler, frustrated, ran into Miz, who kind of dumped him near the ringpost. Ziggler did the rest selling a facial blow before spilling to the floor heading to break.

-Commercial 9:14pm-

the crowd was into the match and Miz was in control. Ziggler then caught Miz in the mid-section to get a breather. Both men sold on the mat, then Ziggler hit his feet and ran over Miz with clotheslines. Neckbreaker, Miz audibly called a spot while trying to cover his mouth, and Ziggler slowly came to his feet. Ziggler and Miz engaged in a back-and-forth exchange of nearfalls, then Miz audibly called another spot before they reset. Ziggler charged Miz, who initially blocked Ziggler's offense, but Ziggler nailed a Fameasser for a two count. Both men sold on the mat again, with Miz very slow to recover while Ziggler stalled for time. Ziggler then walked into a spike DDT for a two count. Miz became frustrated, then worked on Ziggler's leg to set up for the figure-four leglock, but Ziggler trapped Miz's legs for a small package nearfall. Reset, then Miz tried the figure-four leglock again. This time, Miz applied it center of the ring. Ziggler screamed in pain, then tried to reverse the pressure or grab the bottom rope. Ziggler made it to the bottom rope with a final gasp and Miz was forced to break the hold. Miz tried to follow up, but Ziggler caught him with the Fameasser for a close two count.
Another reset, then Miz tried the Skullcrushing FInale, but Ziggler avoided. Miz then flinched when Ziggler tried to strike his face and Ziggler followed up with the Zig-Zag for the pin and the win. Post-match, Miz quickly scampered out of the ring to grab his IC Title belt. Justin Roberts announced him as still IC champion, then WWE played his music as he posed with his shades.

The winner of the match: Dolph Ziggler

Backstage: Triple H addressed Seth Rollins, telling him he doesn't need to face John Cena at Summerslam. He said he's holding all the cards with the MITB briefcase. Rollins said he can't play his hand if Dean Ambrose keeps interrupting. Rollins stopped mid-sentence when Cesaro walked in. Cesaro pitched himself as the challenger to John Cena at Summerslam, then made a business decision that he is no longer a Heyman Guy. He said he wants to be Hunter's guy. Rollins chuckled and said Hunter already has a guy. Hunter calmed them down and said there's a little bit of unfinished business right now. Hunter told Cesaro that if he finishes Ambrose tonight, that would impress him greatly.

-Commercial 9:28pm-

Paige & AJ vs Emma & Natalya

It's a super-respect match with all babyfaces in the match. The crowd started a "C-M Punk" chant upon the bell sounding, which A.J. half-acknowledged by just shrugging her shoulders and batting her eyes in-character. A.J., then Paige took turns dominating Emma early on. Natalya then tagged in to get some offense, including the Sharpshooter on Paige. But, Paige reached up and tagged in A.J., who took out Natalya for the win.

 The winners of the match: AJ & Paige

Post-match: Paige and A.J. played Cena and Reigns raising each other's hand in the air in victory, then Paige suddenly blasted A.J. with a clothesline. Paige dragged A.J. to the outside and beat her up for a few minutes. Paige, now in vicious heel mode, surveyed her damage before hitting the top of the ramp. Paige breathed a sigh of relief finally dropping the nice act as A.J. continued to sell the beating on the outside.

-Commercial 9:41pm-

Fandango vs Zack Ryder

The Divas tried to get a "Let's Go Ryder" chant going as Fandango angrily attacked Ryder. Meanwhile, the announcers argued about social media and online dating. The comedown match suddenly ended when Ryder hit the Rough Ryder, Layla pushed Fandango's foot off the bottom rope, and Ryder scored a pin for the win. Ryder sold shock over getting a victory on Raw, then he celebrated with Layla and Summer in the ring.

The winner of the match: Zack Ryder

Backtage: Renee Young brought in Flo Rida for a pre-performance interview. Flo Rida threw out his name as a potential challenger for John Cena at Summerslam, but Heath Slater interrupted to bring up their WM28 issues. Slater shoved Flo, but Flo shoved back and Slater went flying into backstage props. Flo performs next.

 -Commercial 9:52pm-

Stephanie McMahon was in the ring to introduce Flo Rida, who performed on the stage.

Announcers: Cole, Lawler, and JBL transitioned to a discussion of Triple H's decision still to come. Suddenly, JBL stopped mid-sentence as Stephanie was greeted by two people playing cops. A WWE security guard tried to intervene, but the police officers threatened to arrest Stephanie, who sold concern over what was going on. One of the cops pulled out a card and read Stephanie her rights. Steph shouted back that she understands her rights since she owns this building. "Yes!" shouts in the background as Steph continued to argue with the cops over her altercation with Brie Bella. One of the cops arrested Stephanie for battery, then she was cuffed as the crowd went wild. Suddenly, Brie Bella showed up ringside. Apparently the same security that allowed Dean Ambrose to run roughshod last night was hired for tonight's assignment. Steph freaked out at Brie's presence while being hauled away, then tried to attack Brie with both hands cuffed behind her back, but she was eventually hauled away while vowing not to go to jail. "I'll have your badge," she growled.

Once they entered the backstage area, Triple H freaked out trying to defend his wife. He demanded to see the officers's badges as Steph was hauled away from the building. "Hunter, help me!" she shouted before shouting about her right to self-defense. Hunter said he's going to get "Jerry" (McDevitt) on the phone. Steph cried as she thought about going downtown to jail. Hunter told the officers to think about the career decision they're making right now. Steph was placed inside the car, then Hunter vowed to get her out of jail in five minutes. The police car drove off as Hunter sold freaking out. "Jimmy!" Hunter shouted down the hallway before pacing back and forth. Hunter was left trying to figure out what to do since no one can run the show after they fired all the GMs.

-Commercial 10:08pm-

 Authority Office: Hunter was shown packing his bag to leave for jail when Joey Mercury approached Hunter. Joey said Hunter has to make his decision for Summerslam. Hunter shouted that it's his wife and mother of his children. It's about family. He paused, then said she has to be processed, right? A few laughs in the crowd. Hunter said she has to get printed and processed, so just get the car ready for as soon as he makes his decision.

 RybAxel vs Kofi Kingston & Big E.

The announcers focused on the Stephanie-Bella issue as the two teams battled in the ring. Kofi took a hot tag from Big E. and ran over Ryback with fast-paced offense, but Axel broke up a pin. Big E. then clotheslined Axel and himself over the top rope to the floor. Back to Kofi, who splashed Ryback off the top rope, but Ryback rolled through and trapped Kofi to the mat for a three count.

The winners of the match: RybAxel

Post Match: Big E. got in Kofi's face to discuss their latest loss. Suddenly, a man in a white suit was in the ring. It was Xavier Woods telling them that they cannot move up by shaking hands and playing nice. Woods said together they will find purpose and they will not ask any longer. Now, they take. Kofi and Big E. sold contemplating Xavier's words.

Authority's Office: Triple H was still on the phone trying to take care of Stephanie's situation.

-Commercial 10:21pm-

Great Khali vs Rusev

Khali put up a strong attack against undefeated Rusev early on, drawing concerns from Lana ringside. Khali then chopped Rusev hard across the chest. More concern from Lana. Rusev suddenly charged at Khali, but he ran right into Khali's big chop to the head. Rusev did not stay down long, though, as he kicked Khali in the face, then slapped on The Accolade center-ring. Khali kind of wiggled his feet while locked in the hold, then he tapped on Rusev's leg to end the match.

The winner of the match: Rssev

Post Match: Rusev stood tall in the ring with Lana, then the giant Russian flag came down from the rafters to provide the background for Rusev's celebration. Cole hyped Rusev against Sheamus tomorrow night on Main Event.

Backstage: Cody Rhodes, as Stardust, was holding a crystal ball. Cody sang to himself about not knowing which direction they're going, then he spun around until being stopped by Goldust, who slowed him down. Goldust said they can be the brightest, most bizarre stars in the galaxy. He said "it" needs us and "it" will soon call their names.

Dean Ambrose vs Cesaro

Back to the ring, where Cesaro was standing by to face Ambrose in the default main event. A minute into the match, WWE cut backstage to show Hunter still on the phone while Orton and Rollins were standing next to him watching the match in the ring. Back in the ring, Cesaro targeted Ambrose's taped-up shoulder, but Ambrose snapped to attention and chucked Cesaro out of the ring. Ambrose tried to follow up, but Cesaro intercepted with an emphatic European Uppercut. Raw cut to break with Cesaro in control.

-Commercial 10:44pm-

Back from break, Cesaro was still in control of the action. Ambrose tried to come back with a rebound lariat, but Cesaro ducked and suplexed Ambrose for a two count. Ambrose charged Cesaro in the corner, then back-elbowed him into a Tornado DDT for another nearfall. But, Cesaro yanked Ambrose shoulder-first across the top rope moments later, then landed an explosive clothesline for a two count. Cesaro then hung up Ambrose in the corner and nearly got himself DQ'ed with repeated corner strikes. Ambrose absorbed the attack, then drove Cesaro shoulder-first into the ringpost, turning the tables on Cesaro's attack. Ambrose then grabbed a steel chair and smashed Cesaro's shoulder with it, drawing a DQ.

The winner of the match by DQ: Cesaro

Post Match: Ambrose chucked a chair into the ring, but Cesaro bailed from the ring to avoid Ambrose entering crazy mode. Ambrose sat down in his chair as his music played despite taking the loss and called out to Cesaro to get back in the ring.

Backstage: Renee Young approached Triple H walking out of his office. Hunter said he's on his way to make the Summerslam announcement, then Renee asked the tough question of whether he should be with his wife right now. Hunter re-entered the camera shot, glared at Renee, and walked off.

-Commercial 10:54pm-

Back from break, Triple H was in the ring to introduce John Cena's opponent for the WWE World Title at Summerslam ... pause to look to the back ... suddenly, Randy Orton's music interrupted. Orton walked out on-stage slapping his chest thinking he was the opponent as the announcers played Mike Tenay taking the bait on Orton as the opponent. Suddenly, Roman Reigns attacked Orton ringside. The fight was on and Reigns took Orton over the guardrail into the crowd. Back in the ring, Hunter rubbed his head in frustration. Some of the crowd chanted for Brock Lesnar, then Paul Heyman suddenly walked out on-stage sans music. Heyman humbly and sheepishly addressed Triple H, saying it appears Plan A (Orton) just isn't working. And, Plan B (Rollins) is great, but every time he tries to cash in MITB, Dean Ambrose is going to stop him. So, he thinks The Authority has the uncomfortable decision to agree with him that he needs to make the dangerous choice of implementing Plan C. Pause, then Brock Lesnar's music played. Heyman laughed to himself as Lesnar emerged on-stage looking ready for a big Cena snack. Lesnar marched down to the ring as Hunter grimaced and contemplated Plan C. Meanwhile, Cole hyped Lesnar breaking The Streak and Lawler noted Lesnar broke Hunter's arm two years ago. Lesnar entered the ring and stood opposite Hunter as Heyman advocated Lesnar as the best option for Hunter. Hunter looked down at the ground, then smiled at Heyman as he extended his hand. Hunter shook Heyman's hand, patted him on the shoulder, and then shook Lesnar's hand. "Are you kidding me?" Lawler asked. Hunter left the ring. Heyman, leaning against the ropes, slowly introduced himself. And noted that his client, Brrrrrock Lessssnar, conquered The Undertaker's Undefeated Streak at WrestleMania. Now, Lesnar moves on to conquering John Cena (cheers) and take the WWE World Hvt. Title from Cena at Summerslam. Heyman said his client officially acknowledges this divide in the fanbase - there are those who wear John Cena merchandise and scream their passion for their hero by shouting, "Let's Go Cena." And there are those who offer the contrarian opinion and will shout "Cena Sucks." Heyman said it does not matter to his client which side of the fence you are on because this "malpracticing Dr. of Thuganomics" will be conquered at Summerslam. Heyman flashed back to the last time Lesnar zero'ed in on someone and decided to give him a beating. Heyman introduced a video package from WrestleMania 30 when Lesnar dropped Taker with three F5s and pinned Taker to break The Streak. Back live, Heyman patted Lesnar on the back and celebrated the win. Heyman said beating The Streak wasn't good enough for Lesnar, because he gave such a violent beating to Taker that even their "heartless chairman" Vince McMahon rode in the ambulance with Taker. Heyman continued that Lesnar offers Cena no offer to escape the beating coming to him at Summerslam. Heyman shouted that Lesnar will punch Cena's face in, Cena will be hurt, he will be injured, mangled, and then Lesnar will strip Cena of the dignity of being WWE World champion. Heyman said it will be like Lesnar exposing The Streak as "just being a myth," just like the myth of John Cena being the greatest WWE World champion of all-time. Heyman vowed to take out Cena, then pledged allegiance to the conquering Lesnar. "Ladies and gentlemen, my name is Paul Heyman," he said, "And I'm the one behind the one in 21-and-1. And at Summerslam, my client, Brock Lesnar, will beat John Cena and become the WWE Hvt. champion of the world." Lesnar's music played and Cole transitioned into stacking the deck against Cena at Summerslam. Lawler took a breath following the "tirade" from Paul Heyman and said Heyman might have even convinced him of Lesnar beating Cena at Summerslam. Lesnar bounced up and down ready to snack on Cena as Raw signed off 11 minutes past the top of the hour.

-End Show 11:11pm-