This week’s episode of RAW marked the first appearance since the thrilling Elimination Chamber 2024 event over the weekend. The tension was palpable as Becky Lynch confronted Rhea Ripley in anticipation of their upcoming Women’s World Championship showdown at WrestleMania 40. Meanwhile, Drew McIntyre engaged in verbal sparring with World Heavyweight Champion Seth Rollins, setting the stage for their impending clash at The Grandest Stage of Them All.
Adding to the excitement, Raquel Rodriguez, a former Women’s Tag Team Champion, showcased her prowess in the ring. Despite falling short in the Women’s Elimination Chamber match, Rodriguez bounced back with an impressive victory over Chelsea Green on Monday night’s RAW.
In a light-hearted moment, WWE shared a comical video on social media featuring Pat McAfee and Michael Cole discussing Samantha Irvin’s unique introduction for Chelsea Green. Cole jokingly expressed his desire for a similar grand entrance and personalized announcement before shows, sparking laughter among fans and colleagues alike.
Meanwhile, tensions flared as Men’s Elimination Chamber winner Drew McIntyre addressed comments made by Michael Cole on RAW. Cole had accused McIntyre of hypocrisy after he accepted assistance from The Bloodline to defeat Cody Rhodes earlier in the month. In response, McIntyre vehemently defended himself during an appearance on WWE’s The Bump, expressing frustration at being misrepresented.
McIntyre emphasized the significance of commentary in shaping fan perception and lamented feeling attacked by Cole’s portrayal. Despite his focus on other matters during the show, McIntyre felt compelled to address the issue on social media to set the record straight.
Interestingly, Michael Cole has also directed jabs at Dominik Mysterio on WWE programming, hinting at a potential special introduction from Samantha Irvin in the future. It remains to be seen how these dynamics will unfold in the WWE landscape, adding an intriguing layer of anticipation for fans tuning in to future events.