2016

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2016

  • 2016

History is made on Raw in 2016 as Shane McMahon and Goldberg both make shocking returns to WWE, a new Women’s Championship is introduced, and the WWE Draft again splits Superstars between Raw and SmackDown LIVE.

  1. January 4, 2016 (San Antonio, TX) Episode 1 January 4, 2016 (San Antonio, TX) January 4, 2016, 2 h 12 min Roman Reigns beat the odds by defending WWE World Heavyweight Championship against Sheamus with Mr. McMahon as the guest referee, but his next title bout will truly be one versus…
  2. January 11, 2016 (New Orleans, LA) Episode 2 January 11, 2016 (New Orleans, LA) January 11, 2016, 2 h 13 min From Brock Lesnar's return to Kalisto's soaring U.S. Title victory, see what went down on the Raw that changed the Royal Rumble picture.
  3. January 18, 2016 (Columbus, OH) Episode 3 January 18, 2016 (Columbus, OH) January 18, 2016, 2 h 14 min The road to the Royal Rumble winded down when Chris Jericho brought Brock Lesnar and Roman Reigns to "The Highlight Reel" on an all-new Monday Night Raw.
  4. January 25, 2016 (Miami, FL) Episode 4 January 25, 2016 (Miami, FL) January 25, 2016, 2 h 15 min The Road to WrestleMania began on Raw as Triple H set the parameters for his WrestleMania title defense, and The Rock got a dose of The Power of Positivity when…
  5. February 1, 2016 (Birmingham, AL) Episode 5 February 1, 2016 (Birmingham, AL) February 1, 2016, 2 h 14 min What happened when Brock Lesnar, Roman Reigns and Dean Ambrose were all under the same roof ahead of their WWE Fastlane showdown?
  6. February 8, 2016 (Seattle, WA) Episode 6 February 8, 2016 (Seattle, WA) February 8, 2016, 2 h 31 min During Raw’s emotional conclusion, Daniel Bryan spoke out about his retirement, reflected on his groundbreaking career and thanked the “Yes!” Movement for their unending support over the years. Find out…
  7. February 15, 2016 (Anaheim, CA) Episode 7 February 15, 2016 (Anaheim, CA) February 15, 2016, 2 h 17 min As The Wyatt Family attempted to dominate Big Show after Raw’s main event, Ryback and Demon Kane entered the fray to even the odds against the swamp monsters. Have The…
  8. February 22, 2016 (Detroit, MI) Episode 8 February 22, 2016 (Detroit, MI) February 22, 2016, 2 h 10 min In one of the most jaw-dropping moments in sports-entertainment history, Shane McMahon returned to WWE after six years away from the company to interrupt his sister Stephanie’s acceptance of the…
  9. February 29, 2016 (Nashville, TN) Episode 9 February 29, 2016 (Nashville, TN) February 29, 2016, 2 h 19 min Mr. McMahon might have considered The Undertaker to be his own personal "force of nature" against his son Shane at WrestleMania, but The Deadman follows no man … not even…
  10. March 7, 2016 (Rosemont, IL) Episode 10 March 7, 2016 (Rosemont, IL) March 7, 2016, 2 h 14 min As Shane McMahon responded to his father planning to “disown” him after WrestleMania, The Undertaker emerged to deliver a stern message to WWE’s prodigal son … or did he? Find…
  11. March 14, 2016 (Pittsburgh, PA) Episode 11 March 14, 2016 (Pittsburgh, PA) March 14, 2016, 2 h 19 min Triple H escaped with the WWE World Heavyweight Championship, but as he walks into Pittsburgh with the ultimate prize, what message will he have for his WrestleMania opponent Roman Reigns?…
  12. March 21, 2016 (Philadelphia, PA) Episode 12 March 21, 2016 (Philadelphia, PA) March 21, 2016, 2 h 11 min To ensure that The Undertaker defeats Shane McMahon inside Hell in a Cell at WrestleMania, Mr. McMahon decreed on Raw that if The Deadman is unsuccessful against WWE's prodigal son,…
  13. March 28, 2016 (Brooklyn, NY) Episode 13 March 28, 2016 (Brooklyn, NY) March 28, 2016, 2 h 10 min WWE World Heavyweight Champion Triple H talked a big game on the final Raw before WrestleMania, but Roman Reigns was ready for a fight, sparking a brawl with his Show…
  14. April 4, 2016 (Dallas, TX) Episode 14 April 4, 2016 (Dallas, TX) April 4, 2016, 2 h 14 min Shane McMahon was given the keys to Raw for a night and did not disappoint, creating a thrilling Fatal 4-Way main event between AJ Styles, Chris Jericho, Kevin Owens and…
  15. April 11, 2016 (Los Angeles, CA) Episode 15 April 11, 2016 (Los Angeles, CA) April 11, 2016, 2 h 17 min Per Shane McMahon, who ran Raw for the second straight week thanks to the WWE Universe’s support on social media, WWE World Heavyweight Champion Roman Reigns teamed up with longtime…
  16. April 18, 2016 (London, England) Episode 16 April 18, 2016 (London, England) April 18, 2016, 2 h 11 min In a hard-hitting Raw main event made by temporary Raw showrunner Shane McMahon, Dean Ambrose and Kevin Owens brought each other to the brink, but it was Chris Jericho who…
  17. April 25, 2016 (Hartford, CT) Episode 17 April 25, 2016 (Hartford, CT) April 25, 2016, 2 h 11 min In the aftermath of Raw’s main event bout pitting WWE World Heavyweight Champion Roman Reigns against Alberto Del Rio, Luke Gallows & Karl Anderson played the numbers game against The…
  18. May 2, 2016 (Saint Louis, MO) Episode 18 May 2, 2016 (Saint Louis, MO) May 2, 2016, 2 h 14 min After AJ Styles, Luke Gallows and Karl Anderson defeated WWE World Heavyweight Champion Roman Reigns & The Usos in Raw’s main event, an intense chair-swinging melee culminated with The Big…
  19. May 9, 2016 (Omaha, NE) Episode 19 May 9, 2016 (Omaha, NE) May 9, 2016, 2 h 12 min One week after Chris Jericho sadistically smashed Dean Ambrose’s prized plant over his head, The Lunatic Fringe got his share of retribution when he utterly destroyed Jericho’s iconic $15,000 light-up…
  20. May 16, 2016 (Greensboro, NC) Episode 20 May 16, 2016 (Greensboro, NC) May 16, 2016, 2 h 15 min After The Usos defeated Luke Gallows and Karl Anderson in tag team action, WWE World Heavyweight Champion Roman Reigns and AJ Styles entered the fray, but The Phenomenal One stood…
  21. May 23, 2016 (Baltimore, MD) Episode 21 May 23, 2016 (Baltimore, MD) May 23, 2016, 2 h 14 min Kevin Owens, Dean Ambrose, Cesaro, Sami Zayn, and Chris Jericho qualified for this year’s Money in the Bank Ladder Match, where they’ll battle for the opportunity to cash in for…
  22. May 30, 2016 (Green Bay, WI) Episode 22 May 30, 2016 (Green Bay, WI) May 30, 2016, 2 h 11 min After John Cena gave an impassioned Memorial Day address and gave his thoughts on the influx of new talent in WWE, AJ Styles welcomed the Cenation leader back to WWE…
  23. June 6, 2016 (Oklahoma City​, OK) Episode 23 June 6, 2016 (Oklahoma City​, OK) June 6, 2016, 2 h 13 min By brutalizing Xavier Woods before the bell, AJ Styles transformed what was originally a six-man main event into a 2-on-3 battle pitting Kofi Kingston and Big E against all three…
  24. June 13, 2016 (New Orleans, LA) Episode 24 June 13, 2016 (New Orleans, LA) June 13, 2016, 2 h 11 min Live on Raw, John Cena presented AJ Styles with two separate contracts for their anticipated bout at WWE Money in the Bank: on one, The Phenomenal One could be accompanied…
  25. June 20, 2016 (Phoenix, AZ) Episode 25 June 20, 2016 (Phoenix, AZ) June 20, 2016, 2 h 13 min After Roman Reigns and Seth Rollins’ Raw main event bout to determine WWE World Heavyweight Champion Dean Ambrose’s next challenger ended in a double count-out, The Lunatic Fringe revealed that…
  26. June 27, 2016 (Tampa, FL) Episode 26 June 27, 2016 (Tampa, FL) June 27, 2016, 2 h 8 min After WWE Champion Dean Ambrose defeated AJ Styles in Raw’s main event to keep the WWE Title bout at WWE Battleground a Triple Threat Match, Luke Gallows and Karl Anderson…
  27. July 4, 2016 (Columbus, OH) Episode 27 July 4, 2016 (Columbus, OH) July 4, 2016, 2 h 10 min Team U.S.A. clashed with The Multinational Alliance in Raw’s blockbuster Fourth of July main event. After a hard-fought bout, it was the endlessly determined Zack Ryder who picked up the…
  28. July 11, 2016 (Detroit, MI) Episode 28 July 11, 2016 (Detroit, MI) July 11, 2016, 2 h 15 min Chairman Mr. McMahon changed the future of WWE by revealing the Commissioners of Raw and SmackDown Live, and promptly tasked them with hiring new General Managers for both brands. Also,…
  29. July 18, 2016 (Providence, RI) Episode 29 July 18, 2016 (Providence, RI) July 18, 2016, 2 h 13 min Dean Ambrose defended his WWE Championship against Seth Rollins in Raw's main event, but he wasn't holding the title when Raw went off the air. Find out what transpired after…
  30. July 25, 2016 (Pittsburgh, PA) Episode 30 July 25, 2016 (Pittsburgh, PA) July 25, 2016, 2 h 15 min After two grueling Fatal 4-Way Matches set the stage for an intense Raw main event clash between Finn Bálor and Roman Reigns, it was the athletic Irishman who put away…
  31. August 1, 2016 (Atlanta, GA) Episode 31 August 1, 2016 (Atlanta, GA) August 1, 2016, 2 h 18 min After Paul Heyman celebrated the “politically incorrect” form of entertainment Brock Lesnar will bring to his SummerSlam bout with Randy Orton in three weeks, SmackDown Live Superstar Randy Orton stormed…
  32. August 8, 2016 (Anaheim, CA) Episode 32 August 8, 2016 (Anaheim, CA) August 8, 2016, 2 h 12 min After crashing Rusev and Lana’s post-wedding “celebration” with the WWE Universe on Raw, Roman Reigns targeted the United States Champion once again with a powerful Spear at the end of…
  33. August 15, 2016 (Corpus Christi, TX) Episode 33 August 15, 2016 (Corpus Christi, TX) August 15, 2016, 2 h 13 min The Architect’s search for The Demon King ended in horrifying fashion on Raw, when Finn Bálor’s otherworldly alter ego emerged on Raw to confront his WWE Universal Championship opponent. Does…
  34. August 22, 2016 (Brooklyn, NY) Episode 34 August 22, 2016 (Brooklyn, NY) August 22, 2016, 2 h 16 min Newly crowned WWE Universal Champion Finn Bálor relinquished his title on Raw, one night after he was injured while battling Seth Rollins for Team Red's flagship prize at SummerSlam. A…
  35. August 29, 2016 (Houston, TX) Episode 35 August 29, 2016 (Houston, TX) August 29, 2016, 2 h 10 min Triple H resurfaced on Raw to dramatically alter the complexion of its Fatal 4-Way Elimination Match main event, attacking both Roman Reigns and Seth Rollins to pave the way for…
  36. September 5, 2016 (Kansas City, MO) Episode 36 September 5, 2016 (Kansas City, MO) September 5, 2016, 2 h 14 min What began as a coronation for newly minted WWE Universal Champion Kevin Owens ended in utter chaos for The Prizefighter, who must defend his title against Seth Rollins on Sept.…
  37. September 12, 2016 (Baltimore, MD) Episode 37 September 12, 2016 (Baltimore, MD) September 12, 2016, 2 h 13 min After Seth Rollins interfered in Raw’s main event, where Roman Reigns battled Kevin Owens for the chance to be added to Clash of Champions’ huge WWE Universal Championship Match, Raw…
  38. September 19, 2016 (Memphis, TN) Episode 38 September 19, 2016 (Memphis, TN) September 19, 2016, 2 h 12 min In a perilous Raw main event, Roman Reigns collided with WWE Universal Champion Kevin Owens inside a steel cage, leaving both Superstars worse for wear six nights before WWE Clash…
  39. September 26, 2016 (Cincinnati, OH) Episode 39 September 26, 2016 (Cincinnati, OH) September 26, 2016, 2 h 13 min Moments after an injured Seth Rollins was ejected from the arena by Raw General Manager Mick Foley, WWE Universal Champion Kevin Owens and Chris Jericho found themselves face-to-face with Enzo…
  40. October 3, 2016 (Los Angeles, CA) Episode 40 October 3, 2016 (Los Angeles, CA) October 3, 2016, 2 h 14 min The Boss is back in charge! In a thrilling main event battle, Sasha Banks made Charlotte submit to the Banks Statement to become a two-time Raw Women’s Champion. Find out…
  41. October 10, 2016 (Oakland, CA) Episode 41 October 10, 2016 (Oakland, CA) October 10, 2016, 2 h 11 min The WWE flagship Monday Night Raw will air live to the world from Oracle Arena on October 10th! See Seth Rollins, Roman Reigns, Finn Balor, Kevin Owens, Sasha Banks, Charlotte,…
  42. October 17, 2016 (Denver, CO) Episode 42 October 17, 2016 (Denver, CO) October 17, 2016, 2 h 15 min The RAW video plays, and we’re brought into the arena to see a big pyrotechnics display. The crowd is amped up for this show. Appearing in a WWE ring for the…
  43. October 24, 2016 (Minneapolis, MN) Episode 43 October 24, 2016 (Minneapolis, MN) October 24, 2016, 2 h 18 min SEE YOUR FAVORITE RAW SUPERSTARS IN ACTION LIVE: BROCK LESNAR RETURNS TO THE TWIN CITIES LIVE!!! DOUBLE MAIN EVENT: SETH ROLLINS vs.  WWE Universal Champion - KEVIN OWENS ROMAN REIGNS vs. United…
  44. October 31, 2016 (Hartford, CT) Episode 44 October 31, 2016 (Hartford, CT) October 31, 2016, 2 h 18 min Special Halloween Edition of Monday Night Raw! Come see the fallout of Hell in a Cell! Seth Rollins vs. WWE Universal Champion Kevin Owens  Rusev vs. United States Champion Roman…
  45. November 7, 2016 (Glasgow, Scotland) Episode 45 November 7, 2016 (Glasgow, Scotland) November 7, 2016, 2 h 14 min Stephanie McMahon ordered WWE Universal Champion Kevin Owens, U.S. Champion Roman Reigns, Seth Rollins, Chris Jericho and Braun Strowman to vent their frustrations with one another in Raw’s Fatal 5-Way…
  46. November 14, 2016 (Buffalo, NY) Episode 46 November 14, 2016 (Buffalo, NY) November 14, 2016, 2 h 12 min After Paul Heyman disrespected Goldberg’s family, the WCW icon showed Brock Lesnar what awaits this Sunday at Survivor Series when he annihilated multiple security guards as The Beast Incarnate looked…
  47. November 21, 2016 (Toronto, Ontario, Canada) Episode 47 November 21, 2016 (Toronto, Ontario, Canada) November 21, 2016, 2 h 16 min Chris Jericho might have been banned from ringside during Raw’s No Disqualification WWE Universal Championship Match main event, but he still managed to ambush Seth Rollins and help Kevin Owens…
  48. November 28, 2016 (Charlotte, NC) Episode 48 November 28, 2016 (Charlotte, NC) November 28, 2016, 2 h 13 min In a brutal Falls Count Anywhere Match waged all over the arena, Sasha Banks ultimately overcame Charlotte Flair to become a three-time Raw Women’s Champion in “The Queen’s” namesake city…
  49. December 5, 2016 (Austin, TX) Episode 49 December 5, 2016 (Austin, TX) December 5, 2016, 2 h 16 min After Charlotte Flair seemingly poured her heart out to the WWE Universe and apologized for how she’s treated her father, Ric Flair, The Queen dazed The Nature Boy with a…
  50. December 12, 2016 (Philadelphia, PA) Episode 50 December 12, 2016 (Philadelphia, PA) December 12, 2016, 2 h 10 min The Abominable Strowman ended Raw’s blockbuster tag team main event pitting U.S. Champion Roman Reigns & Seth Rollins against WWE Universal Champion Kevin Owens & Chris Jericho in destructive fashion,…
  51. December 19, 2016 (Columbus, OH) Episode 51 December 19, 2016 (Columbus, OH) December 19, 2016, 2 h 14 min The Abominable Strowman ended Raw’s blockbuster tag team main event pitting U.S. Champion Roman Reigns & Seth Rollins against WWE Universal Champion Kevin Owens & Chris Jericho in destructive fashion,…
  52. December 26, 2016 (Chicago, IL) Episode 52 December 26, 2016 (Chicago, IL) December 26, 2016, 2 h 17 min Roman Reigns was forced to defend his United States Title against WWE Universal Champion Kevin Owens on Raw, and Chris Jericho’s presence at ringside certainly seemed to tip the scales…