“WWE Raw’s Explosive Night: Tag Team Thriller and IC Title Showdown Steal the Spotlight! Cody Rhodes Faces a Dilemma, Bayley’s WrestleMania Challenge Takes a Twist!”

In the aftermath of Royal Rumble 2024, WWE delivered an action-packed episode of Raw featuring two significant championship defenses. Judgment Day defended their undisputed tag team titles against DIY, while Gunther put his Intercontinental (IC) title on the line against Kofi Kingston.

The Judgment Day vs DIY match showcased exceptional action, with both teams delivering a standout performance. The absence of interference from other Judgment Day members added intrigue, and DIY came tantalizingly close to dethroning Finn Balor & Damian Priest. Ultimately, Damien executed the Razor’s Edge on Tommaso, followed by Finn’s quo de gras, securing their title retention.

The IC Championship clash between Gunther and Kofi Kingston proved to be a compelling encounter. Gunther’s fierce attacks initially dominated Kofi, but Kingston’s resilience and agility kept him in the fight. Despite Kofi’s comeback, Gunther regained control in the final moments, securing victory with a powerbomb after a devastating dropkick.

In WWE Raw, neither Royal Rumble winners announced their WrestleMania opponents. Cody Rhodes, the Royal Rumble winner, was expected to choose his opponent, possibly Roman Reigns. However, World Heavyweight Champion Seth Rollins intervened, vying for Cody’s attention. Rhodes deferred his decision, promising to reveal it after careful consideration.

Similarly, Bayley aimed to challenge Women’s World Champion Rhea Ripley for WrestleMania 40 on Raw. Nia’s brutal attack on Ripley led to Bayley reconsidering her challenge, postponing the decision to SmackDown.

The episode provided fans with thrilling championship clashes and intriguing developments as the road to WrestleMania continued.