Raw results, May 8, 2023

Cody Rhodes set his sights on the World Heavyweight Title at WWE Night of Champions

Cody Rhodes sets his sights on the World Heavyweight Title: Raw highlights, May 8, 2023

Following his huge victory over Brock Lesnar at WWE Backlash, The American Nightmare acknowledges the difficult road as he attempts claim the World Heavyweight Title at WWE Night of Champions. Catch WWE action on Peacock, WWE Network, FOX, USA Network, Sony India and more. #WWERAW

Seth "Freakin" Rollins def. Shinsuke Nakamura and Damian Priest to advance to the semifinals of the World Heavyweight Title Tournament

Seth “Freakin” Rollins vs. Shinsuke Nakamura vs. Damian Priest - World Heavyweight Title Tournament Match: Raw, May 8, 2023

The Visionary, The King of Strong Style and Damian Priest clash to advance to the semifinals for the World Heavyweight Title at WWE Night of Champions. Catch WWE action on Peacock, WWE Network, FOX, USA Network, Sony India and more. #WWERAW

In the first World Heavyweight Title Tournament Triple Threat Match, Shinsuke Nakamura locked Damian Priest in an ankle submission. But as he attempted to make his opponent tap out, Seth "Freakin" Rollins suddenly descended on him with a splash off the top rope. The Visionary then followed with a Pedigree on The King of Strong Style to pick up the victory and advance to the semifinals later tonight.

Mustafa Ali def. Otis

Otis loses to Mustafa Ali thanks to confusing advice at ringside: Raw highlights, May 8, 2023

Chad Gable and Maxxine Dupri confuse Otis in the final moments of his match against Mustafa Ali. Catch WWE action on Peacock, WWE Network, FOX, USA Network, Sony India and more. #WWERAW

During his matchup against Mustafa Ali, Otis became confused by contrasting instructions by Chad Gable and Maxxine Dupri. After wasting valuable time, Otis charged at his opponent, but Ali ducked out the way and sent his befuddled foe into the ring post. Mustafa then took to the sky and hit the 450 Splash for the three-count.  

Finn Bálor def. Cody Rhodes and The Miz in a World Title Tournament Triple Threat First-Round Match

Cody Rhodes vs. Finn Bálor vs. The Miz - World Heavyweight Title Tournament Match: Raw, May 8, 2023

The American Nightmare, The A-Lister and Finn Bálor battle to advance to the semifinals for the World Heavyweight Title at WWE Night of Champions. Catch WWE action on Peacock, WWE Network, FOX, USA Network, Sony India and more. #WWERAW

In the second explosive World Heavyweight Title Tournament Triple Threat Match, Cody Rhodes' attempt to pin The Miz was suddenly interrupted when Brock Leanar dragged him out of the ring and hit him with the F-5 to the ringside floor. This paved the way for Finn Bálor to hit the Coup de Grace to triumph over The Miz. As a result, Bálor advanced to battle Seth "Freakin" Rollins to determine who will go to WWE Night of Champions to compete for the World Heavyweight Title. 

After the match, The Beast smashed Rhodes through the announce table and ruthlessly challenged him to a rematch at WWE Night of Champions.

Brock Lesnar smashes Cody Rhodes through the announce table: Raw highlights, May 8, 2023

Two nights after losing to Cody Rhodes at WWE Backlash, The Beast is unleashed on The American Nightmare. Catch WWE action on Peacock, WWE Network, FOX, USA Network, Sony India and more. #WWERAW

Rhea Ripley came face-to-face with Natalya after Dana Brooke match

Rhea Ripley comes face-to-face with Natalya after Dana Brooke match: Raw highlights, May 8, 2023

SmackDown Women’s Champion Rhea Ripley lays waste to Dana Brooke before being confronted by The Queen of Harts. Catch WWE action on Peacock, WWE Network, FOX, USA Network, Sony India and more. #WWERAW

SmackDown Women’s Champion Rhea Ripley laid waste to Dana Brooke and hit the Riptide/Prism Lock Submission combination to make her opponent tap out. 
 
When Riley hit a post-match Riptide and again locked in the Prism Lock on her fallen opponent, however, Natalya came to the ring to save Brooke and stand face-to-face with The Eradicator of the Judgment Day.

Kevin Owens & Sami Zayn def. Ludwig Kaiser & Giovanni Vinci

Kevin Owens & Sami Zayn vs. Ludwig Kaiser & Giovanni Vinci: Raw highlights, May 8, 2023

The Undisputed WWE Tag Team Champions rebound from their WWE Backlash loss against Imperium. Catch WWE action on Peacock, WWE Network, FOX, USA Network, Sony India and more. #WWERAW

Moments after a resilient Kevin Owens Stunned Ludwig Kaiser out of the ring, Sami Zayn hit the Helluva Kick on Giovanni Vinci to give the Undisputed WWE Tag Team Champions a "sacred" victory over Imperium.

Zoey Stark def. Nikki Cross in her Raw debut

Zoey Stark explodes onto the scene in her Raw debut: Raw highlights, May 8, 2023

Fresh off the 2023 WWE Draft, Zoey Stark emerges determined to make her mark in her Raw debut. Catch WWE action on Peacock, WWE Network, FOX, USA Network, Sony India and more. #WWERAW

Zoey Stark kicked off her Raw run with by overcoming the unpredictable Nikki Cross with the impressive Z360.

Zoey Stark makes her Raw debut against Nikki Cross: Raw highlights, May 8, 2023

Zoey Stark kicks off her time on Raw with a match against the unpredictable Nikki Cross. Catch WWE action on Peacock, WWE Network, FOX, USA Network, Sony India and more. #WWERAW

Becky Lynch returned to surprise WWE Hall of Famer Trish Stratus with the Bexploder

Becky Lynch returns to surprise Trish Stratus with the Bexploder: Raw highlights, May 8, 2023

The Man reemerges on Raw to dish out some retribution on WWE Hall of Famer Trish Stratus and send her heading into retreat. Catch WWE action on Peacock, WWE Network, FOX, USA Network, Sony India and more. #WWERAW

Dominik Mysterio  def. Xavier Woods

Dominik Mysterio steals a victory from Xavier Woods: Raw highlights, May 8, 2023

After a backstage altercation, Dominik Mysterio gets a quick win over Xavier Woods. Catch WWE action on Peacock, WWE Network, FOX, USA Network, Sony India and more. #WWERAW

In the final moments of Xavier Woods' matchup against Dominik Mysterio, Rhea Ripley interfered and paved the way for Dominik to roll up Woods for the quick win.    

Seth “Freakin” Rollins def. Finn Bálor in a World Title Tournament Semifinals Match

Seth "Freakin" Rollins battles Finn Bálor for World Heavyweight Title opportunity: Raw, May 8, 2023

Following their respective first-round tournament victories earlier in the night, Seth “Freakin” Rollins battles Finn Bálor for the right to compete for the World Heavyweight Title at WWE Night of Champions. Catch WWE action on Peacock, WWE Network, FOX, USA Network, Sony India and more. #WWERAW

Following their respective first-round tournament victories earlier in the night, Seth Rollins and Finn Bálor battled for the opportunity to compete for the World Heavyweight Championship at WWE Night of Champions. In the final moments, despite suffering an arm injury, The Visionary hit an inverted Stomp before following up with the Stomp itself to reign supreme and earn his gold opportunity.

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