By Ellite Times Team Women’s Tag Team Championship: A Shocking Title Change
In a shocking turn of events, Bianca Belair and Naomi defended their Women’s Tag Team Championships against Liv Morgan and Raquel Rodriguez in an exciting main event. With interference from Dominik Mysterio and a resilient showing from Morgan and Rodriguez, the challengers seized an opportune moment. Rodriguez smashed Naomi into the ring post, leading Morgan to victory and crowning them as the first-ever three-time Women’s Tag Team Champions.
Key moments:
Rodriguez was taken out early, leaving Morgan to temporarily fight alone.
Belair kicked out of an assisted Codebreaker, keeping the fans on edge.
Mysterio’s interference swung the momentum around.
Grade: A
Women’s Intercontinental Championship: Valkyria Retains But Faces A New Threat
Lyra Valkyria defended her Women’s Intercontinental Championship against Dakota Kai in a thrilling rematch. The two exhibited their wrestling chemistry in the ring, with Kai almost having the match won at one point. Valkyria, however, landed her impressive Nightwing move to retain her title. After that, Ivy Nile ambushed the champion and boldly declared her intentions.
Key Moments:
Valkyria’s delayed suplex was a crowd pleaser.
Kai’s backbreaker nearly clinched victory for her.
Post-match, Nile attacked Valkyria, which sets the stage for a new rivalry.
Grade: B
Penta vs. Ludwig Kaiser vs. Pete Dunne: An Unexpected Outcome
WWE’s three finest talents—Penta, Pete Dunne, and Ludwig Kaiser—went toe-to-toe in a furious Triple Threat match. After each competitor had their moment in the limelight, Kaiser clinched victory by tossing Penta out of the ring and pinning Dunne with an inverted hammerlock DDT.
Key Moments:
Dunne delivers the Bitter End to Penta, only for Kaiser to break it up.
Penta executed a dazzling Mexican Destroyer but failed to capitalize.
Kaiser’s victory continues his ongoing rivalry with Penta.
Grade: A
LWO vs. The New Day: Momentum Continues
Emerging victorious after battling Cruz Del Toro and Joaquin Wilde of the LWO, Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods continued a defiant march for The New Day. The match saw Del Toro and Wilde seek retribution for their injured leader, Rey Mysterio, but ultimately the veterans of The New Day prevailed through experience and aggression. After the conclusion of the match, Dragon Lee tried to make the save, but instead found himself faring worse following an onslaught at the hands of The New Day.
Key Moments:
The New Day utilized underhanded tactics in order to keep control of the match.
Dragon Lee’s help backfired as The New Day assaulted him.
Grade: C
Gunther vs. Akira Tozawa: A Dominant Display
World Heavyweight Champion Gunther extended a challenge to Akira Tozawa, claiming that the underdog would never earn his respect. Tozawa fought hard, but Gunther’s strength was too much. Gunther put Tozawa away via powerbomb, and then continued his onslaught by attacking Otis after the match until Jey Uso made the save.
Key Moments:
Tozawa showed heart but was overpowered.
Gunther put Otis in a sleeper on the floor.
Jey Uso hit the ring to save Otis, setting the stage for their encounter at WrestleMania.
Grade: B
Bron Breakker vs. Dominik Mysterio: Chaos Ensues
Chaos erupted as Bron Breakker faced off against Dominik Mysterio. While Finn Balor and Carlito did their best to distract Breakker, the powerhouse was able to strike Mysterio with both a Frankensteiner and a devastating Spear. The interference brought to the ring from Judgment Day resulted in a disqualification, but Breakker stood tall at the end.
Key Moments:
Breakker countered Mysterio’s Frog Splash with a top-rope Frankensteiner.
Judgment Day’s interference resulted in a disqualification.
Possible future conflict began brewing as the two engaged in a post-match staredown with Bálor.
Grade: C
Logan Paul’s Promo: A Heated Confrontation with CM Punk
Logan Paul kicked off Raw with a new theme song and plenty of arrogance until CM Punk interrupted him. They exchanged heated words, and Punk dismissed Paul’s credibility in the wrestling world. Tensions escalated when Paul slapped Punk and made a run for it, hinting at a future rivalry beyond Elimination Chamber.
Key Moments:
Punk was greeted with thunderous cheers while Paul was jeered.
Punk at that moment ripped into Paul, calling him an “interim” name in WWE.
The slap and flight planted the seeds for a possible showdown at WrestleMania.
Grade: B
Cody Rhodes Responds to The Rock: An Indelible Moment
Cody Rhodes elaborated on his tense encounter with The Rock on SmackDown, which gave form to the weight of his decision. Seth Rollins interrupted, questioning Rhodes for hesitating in his rejection of the offer. Their exchange reeked of passion as Rollins warned Rhodes against balancing on the dreaded dark side. The segment has added much more pressure on Rhodes’ path to WrestleMania.
Key Moments:
Rhodes reiterated the importance of his decision, naming those who depend on him.
Rollins cautioned Rhodes against cutting a deal with The Rock.
Fire was exchanged between Rhodes and Rollins, setting up the possibility of future conflict.
Grade: A
Overall Grade: A Stunning Build to Elimination Chamber
Each and every element was delivered in a well-balanced manner by this episode of Raw—excitement in the ring, compelling promos, and crucial storyline developments. Starting with the roller-roaster ride of a Triple Threat match and ending with a shocking Women’s Tag Team Championship change, WWE constructed a great deal of momentum toward Elimination Chamber. Another highlight was the continued fanning of the flames of tension between Rhodes and Rollins, adding yet another layer to the road to WrestleMania.