Raw Review 11/06/2017

Tonight on Raw we will see Miz TV with Miz’s special guest Kurt Angle. Also tonight after weeks of back and forth Elias and Jason Jordan will face each other in a Guitar on a Pole match. Alicia Fox announced last week that Nia Jax was her first pick for her Raw Women’s Survivor Series Team but who else will she be able to recruit? Kane has been on a path of destruction since returning, who or what will be next? As Survivor Series gets closer we look to see if the Raw title holders can hold onto their belts before their Champions versus Champions match. Lastly, Kurt Angle has announced that Braun Strowman will be on his Raw Men’s Survivor Series team but who will the GM pick next to stand by his side and defend Raw?

Raw takes place tonight at the Manchester Arena in Manchester, England.

Raw kicks off with us being welcomed to the show by Michael Cole, Corey Graves & Booker T.

In Ring Segment: Miz TV w/ Kurt Angle
Miz welcomes everyone to Miz TV. He states he has a message for Baron Corbin. He tells how he told Corbin to not talk about his wife again and tells how Corbin went on to talk about her again and his unborn daughter. He also tells how Corbin said that Miz will be calling him daddy at the end of Survivor Series. He tells that this is the big league and you better be ready to step up. He says he is the whole show of Raw and Corbin better bring his A game. He says he is gonna make Corbin and his title relevant. He then introduces his guest Kurt Angle. Out comes Angle.
Kurt tells Miz he has his full support in his match against Baron Corbin. Miz says he wishes he could say the same to him. Kurt then reminds him of what happened at TLC. Miz says he remembers Angle abusing his power and teaming with The Shield. He then shows video footage from last week of Stephanie McMahon saying she will find a new GM if she has to. Kurt says this is Monday Night Raw and says they have the best talent, show, and fans. Kurt tells that SmackDown will always be known as the B show and they will prove that at Survivor Series. Miz then shows footage of SmackDown’s siege. He then shows how Angle retaliated with Daniel Bryan being choked slammed by Kane. Miz questions him and says do you think SmackDown is gonna be happy about this. Angle says they wouldn’t dare come here again and he had nothing to do with that attack. He says he has nothing but respect for Daniel. Miz says he saw a glimpse of the real Kurt Angle when Stephanie threatened him. Miz then accuses Angle of trying to eliminate the Miztourage. Miz complains about having to defend his title and being forced to stay and getting attacked by Braun Strowman. Miz then goes to Curtis Axel and says he deserves an apology. Angle steps to Miz and tells him to put his hand down. Miz asks Kurt if he had nothing to do with last week’s attack then why did he award Strowman with being on Team Raw. Angle says he deserved to be on it and he had to promise him one thing. Miz asks what and Angle tells him he has a match with Strowman tonight.
My Opinion:
One thing I loved was how well spoken Miz was. He is excellent with these promos segments and I love it. Angle isn’t always the best and sounds repetitive at times, but Miz saved that. I think Miz feuding with Angle is awesome because it really helps Angle out. He hasn’t been the best talker since returning, but Miz knows how to get that reaction and create that real heat between the two. I think one thing I’m realizing as time goes on is Miz really is a top guy. I think they should definitely put Miz in more of a spotlight because he can run with whatever they give him.

Match 1: Jason Jordan vs Elias:
Guitar on a Pole Match
Elias tries to grab the guitar right away, but Jordan stops him. Elias fights him off, but Jordan is right back on him. Jordan hits a dropkick and the two go to the outside. Back in the ring the two stare each other down as Raw goes to break.
As Raw returns, Elias is in control. He hits Jordan with a big right and follows up with a chop. Jordan and Elias throw hands and Jordan gets the advantage. Jordan spears him in the corner and follows up with a couple suplexes. Jordan goes for the guitar but is pulled down by Elias. Elias goes for the guitar and grabs it down. He goes to hit Jordan but Jordan ducks and gets control of the guitar. Jordan chases him but is stopped trying to get back in the ring. Elias stomps away on Jordan and grabs the guitar. Jordan stops him and buries him in the corner. He does it two more times and hits a belly to belly. Jordan grabs the guitar and hits Elias over the back with it sending him out of the ring and winning the match.
Winner: Jason Jordan
My Opinion:
I really like these gimmick matches every so often. This wasn’t a bad one but at times it felt a little underprepared. I really like the rivalry these two have but for them, I think one on one is the best. When they can go at it and just have a good wrestling match they are at their best. One thing I noticed throughout the match is Jordan was working a little too quick and he needs to be careful of that. With a guy like Jordan who is all about the power he needs to slow it down some and not go without thinking, it could become dangerous for his opponents as seen with Elias who came very close to landing on his neck at times. Overall though this wasn’t bad it wasn’t the right timing for it, I think with a match like this you have to let it play out and not have a commercial during because the match never picked up with the break in between and was just to all over the place.

Backstage Segment:
Cesaro and Sheamus tell Kurt they don’t think he’s putting his best foot forward at Survivor series. Sheamus questions Kurt for having favoritism. Kurt tells them not to manipulate him and just man up and say they want an opportunity. Sheamus says they want to represent Raw as the Tag Team Champions. Kurt says they have one last chance tonight.

Match 2: Asuka vs Stacey Coates
Asuka lands big kicks early on. She keeps on Coates and taunts her. Asuka slaps her and hits with big strikes. She kicks her in the midsection and sends her to the mat. Asuka keeps up with the strikes and gets her in the Asuka lock. Coates taps out.
*** Alicia Fox announces that Asuka will be apart of Team Raw.
Winner: Asuka
My Opinion:
Another win for Asuka, but she has a lot more to prove. Survivor Series will be a good start. I’m excited to see how she performs with the WWE talent and where she will go after that.

Backstage Segment:
Charly shows Titus the footage of Samoa Joe’s and Apollo Crews match last week. Charly then asks what made Titus ask for a match with Joe tonight. Titus says they’re about having fun, but last week wasn’t fun. He says tonight he has his eyes set on Samoa Joe and says Joe is in trouble.

Samoa Joe vs Titus O’Neil
The match never happens as Samoa Joe attacked Titus before the match. Joe issues a challenge to anyone and Finn Balor accepts.

Match 3: Finn Balor vs Samoa Joe
Balor stays away from Joe from the start. The two lock up and trade exchanges. Balor backs off and Joe hits him with a cheap shot. Joe gets the advantage and takes Balor down to the mat. Balor tires to back Joe into the corner but Joe grabs ahold of him and rakes his face across the top rope. Balor is able to land a double leg takedown and lands a big stomp to the midsection of Joe. Balor uses his quickness to get out of the corner and lands a big kick from the apron. Joe gets back into it and lands big right hands to Balor. Balor comes back with a big forearm but is backed into the corner and hit with a huge over the head kick. Joe goes for the cover but only gets a two count. Joe works the neck of Balor and keeps him on the mat. Balor battles to his feet but Joe lands a snap mare takedown and a huge kick to the back. Joe stays on Balor and catches him with a huge elbow. Joe goes back to the neck of Balor but Balor again fights to his feet. Balor lands big right hands but Joe lands another knee strike. Balor battles out of the corner and is able to catch him with a forearm. Balor takes down Joe and gets him in the corner. Joe tries to overpower and does with a big kick. Joe goes up top but Balor sends him crashing to the floor with a huge kick. Balor goes to the apron and catches him with a kick. Balor goes to the outside and catches him with another kick on the outside as Raw goes to break.
As Raw returns, Balor hits a sling blade. Joe comes back by sidestepping him. In the corner, Balor tries to fight him off but Joe takes control. Balor counters Joe with a roll up but can’t get the three. Balor lands an overhead kick and both men are down. Balor gets back up and hits another slingblade. Balor goes to the top but Joe moves out of the way of the Coupe de Grace. Joe comes back and crashes Balor to the mat. Joe goes for the Coquina Clutch but Balor escapes. Joe rolls to the outside. Balor flies and crashes on Joe on the outside. Joe grabs Balor and throws him on the stage.
*** Balor and Joe battle after the match. Security comes out and breaks the two up. Angle announces that both men will be on the Raw Men’s Team for Survivor Series. Balor then launches himself off the stage onto Joe.
Winner: No Contest
My Opinion:
Awesome match between the two. I loved the back and forth but mostly I loved the fight that Balor showed. That’s the intensity he needs to get him back in a top position. I love both of these guys being announced as  Team Raw. They define the fight that Raw has.

Backstage Segment:
Bo Dallas tries to hype up Miz and says they can do this. Curtis says that Strowman isn’t human and that they should leave now. Miz stares and Axel says okay we can do this.

Backstage Segment:
Kurt tries calling Daniel Bryan but he doesn’t answer. Jason Jordan comes in an angle tells him he’s been making great strides as a singles competitor. He tells Jordan that he needs someone he can trust at Survivor Series and names him the final member. Jordan tells him he won’t let him down.

Backstage Segments:
Bayley and Sasha are asked if they have talked to Alicia about being on Raw’s team. Bayley says she’s different but not different enough to not pick them. Bayley says they are going for the win. Sasha says if Alicia doesn’t bring her it wouldn’t make sense and she better name them on Team Raw. Bayley says it’s time to remind her that on the biggest stage no one shines brighter than them.

Match 4: Sasha Banks & Bayley vs Alicia Fox & Nia Jax
Bayley and Alicia start off the match. Alicia stays away from Bayley and quickly tags in Nia. Nia and Bayley lock up and Nia tosses Bayley. Nia grabs her from the corner and throws her again. Bayley gets a side headlock but Nia slams her down. Nia shoves Bayley as Bayley tries to hit her with right hands. Sasha gets the tag and the two double team Nia. Sasha goes to the top and flies but is caught by Nia. Nia goes for an elbow but Sasha moves out of the way. Alicia gets the tag and kicks Sasha in the corner. Alicia flips Sasha and gets a chinlock in. Sasha is able to reverse Alicia and backs her into the corner. Bayley gets the tag and works the left arm of Alicia. Bayley gets kicked by Alicia but quickly sends Alicia to the floor. Nia comes in and dumps Bayley to the outside as Raw goes to break.
As Raw returns, Nia lands a huge elbow. Nia slams Bayley into the corner and tags Alicia. Alicia comes in and lands big kicks to Bayley’s spine. Alicia stays on Bayley and tags in Nia. Nia throws Bayley in the corner lands a big splash. Nia lands a huge stomp on the spine of Bayley. Nia lifts her and throws her face first into the turnbuckle. Nia steps on her hair and pulls her arms. Nia throws Bayley again and tags Alicia. Bayley fights back and knocks Nia off the apron. She bounces Alicia off the second turnbuckle and tags Sasha. Sasha lands a big knee and flies from the top rope with double knees. Sasha hits a headscissors. Nia comes in and breaks up the pin. Bayley jumps in and her and Nia go to the outside. Sasha gets the Banks Statement locked in and Alicia taps.
*** Alicia announces that Sasha will be on Team Raw.
Winners: Sasha Banks & Bayley
My Opinion:
Not a bad match tonight. I think Sasha really shined and showed what she can do.
As for Nia, I noticed her offense wasn’t very diverse. Jax only stuck to few moves and although that’s fine, I think she needed to add more to it because it made the match drag on at times. Alicia announces she wants The Boss on the team but didn’t ask Bayley. Overall, it’s not bad choice but a great choice for Team Raw. It also created an interesting moment between Bayley and Sasha.

Match 5: Miz vs Braun Strowman
Miz rolls out of the ring right away. He refuses to get in the ring and gets inspiration from the Miztourage. Miz gets back in the ring and gets tossed by Strowman. Strowman chases Miz around the ring and pulls him back in. Hen throws Miz off the ring post and he crashes to the floor. Strowman goes to the outside and throws Miz into the ring. Strowman lifts Miz and throws him to the ground. Strowman then goes to the outside and attacks the Miztourage. Strowman gets back in the ring and throws Miz to the outside. Kane comes out and hits Strowman. Strowman gets him in the corner but Kane fights him off. Kane tries for a chokeslam but Strowman reverses and hits a running power slam. Kane sits up but is sent over the top rope. Miz and the Miztourage attack Strowman from behind but Strowman fights back and lays waste to everyone.
Winner: Braun Strowman via DQ
My Opinion:
I love the dominance of Strowman. I think it’s smart to have him overpower Kane at least for now because it really shows the power he has and shows he is the monster right now. It’ll be interesting to see how they use Strowman at Survivor Series and see if he is the one to lead the team.

Backstage Segment:
Renee talks to Ambrose and Rollins about having to defend their titles. Ambrose says they won the title to defend them every night. They say they’re gonna take care of their business. Rollins says they have eyes everywhere. Rollins tells that in two weeks they will prove to The Uso’s who the best team really is.

In Ring Segment: Enzo Amore
Enzo says he’s doing great and says the fans should be grateful he’s there in their presence. Enzo talks about how he can’t avoid the cameras and the press. He says he can’t avoid the question of what’s next. He says he was asked by a little kid and says he told the kid that what’s next is Kalisto at Survivor Series. Enzo tells how he’s the only one defending a title at Survivor Series and he’s about money, not pounds. Out comes Kalisto.
Kalisto grabs a chair and sits down outside of the ring. Out comes Pete Dunne. Kurt Angle comes out first and says tonight we are gonna have the Cruiserweight versus the Bruiserweight.
My Opinion:
Enzo needs to find new material. His whole promo segments are getting very old and it’s like he’s trying to get pushed out of the company. I love him facing Pete Dunne though, finally, he’s getting some real tough competition and get put in his place.

Match 6: Pete Dunne vs Enzo Amore
Dunne starts with a huge forearm and sends Enzo out of the ring. Dunne goes to the outside and lands a huge kick to Enzo. He drops Enzo on the apron and goes for the cover but Enzo kicks out at two. Dunne twists the arm of Enzo but Enzo comes back. Enzo hits a big dropkick but can’ get the three count. Enzo works Dunne on the mat and admires his work. He finishes with a big kick. Dunne comes back with big strikes and a huge kick of his own. Enzo takes a big shot at Dunne and tries to use the ropes to get the cover. Kalisto blows him in and gives Dunne the chance to get back into it. Dunne hits a big forearm and finishes with the Bitter End for the win.
Winner: Pete Dunne
My Opinion:
Impressive showing for Dunne. I think Dunne is amazing and tonight he showed only a taste of what he can do. One thing I love is how vicious his strikes are. When he comes to the main roster he deserves to be right in the mix with the top guys. The kid can go and it wouldn’t be a bad idea to keep using him like this periodically until they’re ready for him full-time.

Backstage Segment:
Charly asks Alexa about her match at Survivor Series. Alexa says she doesn’t run away. Charly tells her that she did in fact run away. Alexa says she will run circles around her and asks Charly what two and two makes. Charly says four and Alexa says actually it’s one. The one and only Goddess in WWE.
*** The Cruiserweights invite the UK Division tomorrow night to 205 Live

Match 7: Seth Rollins & Dean Ambrose vs Sheamus & Cesaro:
Raw Tag Team Championship Match
Ambrose goes right after Sheamus. Rollins goes to the outside and takes out Cesaro. Rollins and Ambrose double team Sheamus. Rollins comes in and takes it to Cesaro. Cesaro is pulled out of the ring by Sheamus. Rollins flies to take them out on the outside. Ambrose then does the same. Ambrose brings in Cesaro and hits him with hard chops. Cesaro hits a big kick and follows with an uppercut. Sheamus gets the tag and takes it to Ambrose. Rollins and Ambrose back battle back and are able to send Cesaro and Sheamus to the outside as Raw goes to break.
As Raw returns, Sheamus and Cesaro are in control. Cesaro works Ambrose and the two then double team him. Sheamus hits a big knee and Ambrose goes to the apron. Sheamus hammers on Ambrose chest, but Ambrose fights back. Sheamus sends him to the outside but Ambrose fights him off. Cesaro comes in and prevents the tag. Cesaro goes to the top with Ambrose but Ambrose sends him onto the top rope. Ambrose hits a clothesline and sends Cesaro to the outside. Sheamus gets the get and Ambrose sends him into the ring post. Rollins and Cesaro get the tag. Rollins hits a boot and follows with the blockbuster. Rollins misses on the flying knee. He rolls up Cesaro but can’t get the three. He hits a Falcon Arrow but it’s still not enough. Rollins is sent into the air and rocked with an uppercut. Ambrose comes in and saves Rollins form the double team. Rollins and Ambrose go off on them. Rollins and Ambrose bounce back from two uppercuts and hit them with big clotheslines. Rollins and Ambrose try to dive but they’re stopped. Cesaro and Sheamus send Ambrose into the barricade. Sheamus and Cesaro double team Rollins but Rollins kicks out of the pin. Rollins comes to and hits two big boots. Ambrose hits dirty deeds and Rollins hits a frog splash but still can’t get the three count. Out comes The New Day.
Xavier says they wanted to applaud the audience for staying awake through the three-hour presentation of the B show. Angle gets the roster ready in the back. The new day tells how the Raw roster did nothing to SmackDown after their attack. Xavier says they showed they were the better show but they did nothing. They tell them to prepare for part two and they’re gonna do nothing. Out comes the Raw roster. The New Day say it was a fake. Sheamus comes and hits Rollins with a Brogue kick and we now have new tag team champions.
Winners: Sheamus & Cesaro:
New Raw Tag Team Champions
My Opinion:
This match was awesome and I don’t think it needed to be ruined like that. I’m disappointed that Raw ended like that I mean these two teams can go and yet we get a finish like that. I don’t like the decision to switch titleholders this close to Survivor Series either. I think it’s really dumb how they’ve been so you focused on title defenses all of a sudden.

Final Thoughts:
I wasn’t too happy with this Raw. I think they had high spots but a lot of low spots. It just didn’t feel very well put together. Almost like they were laid back because it wasn’t live. To me, it didn’t click. I wasn’t a fan of the ending and most of the show was just mediocre. One thing I loved was seeing Pete Dunne. I think Dunne is amazing and will make a huge impact when he is full time on the roster. One thing I don’t like though is how confusing they’ve made all this Survivor Series stuff with all the changes and additions. I hope next week we get some good closure and it leads strong into Survivor Series.
Overall Rating: 6.5 /10