Ups and Downs from the RAW after Stomping Grounds (24 June 2019)

Stomping Grounds was an action-packed show with some good matches. As a result, the expectations were sky-high for the RAW after Stomping Grounds. The company offered a good edition of the red show with some exciting matches.

In the latest WWE NEWS, two matches were announced for Extreme Rules, which is the next pay-per-view of WWE. The Undertaker made a shocking appearance on RAW when he saved Roman Reigns from the assault of Drew McIntyre and Shane McMahon. Becky Lynch and Seth Rollins will face the team of Baron Corbin and Lacey Evans at Extreme Rules. RAW had a great pace this week as we saw some remarkable segments as well.

Considering the red brand also produced a fantastic episode last week, we will be hoping to see the good run for a long time. Here we discuss two ups and two downs from RAW this week.

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#2 Down: No Firefly Fun House this week

Bray Wyatt

There is no denying that Firefly Fun House has been one of the primary attractions of RAW in the past couple of months. Bray returned to WWE TV with a completely new gimmick which was contrasting to his old one.

The Firefly Fun House segments have garnered the attention of the WWE Universe but it was missing this week. Judging the Firefly Fun House segment last week, it was probably the final episode and Bray Wyatt could be preparing to return to the squared circle soon.

Though we didn't see the Firefly Fun House segment this week, Bray Wyatt still made his presence felt on RAW. Abby the Witch, who is a member of the Firefly Fun House, was seen on RAW. While The Miz was walking towards the ring, Abby the Witch was stalking the A-Lister. Moreover, Mercy the Buzzard was seen with Kofi Kingston. It was certainly a hint that Bray Wyatt could go after the Miz or Kofi Kingston.

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#2 Up: Ricochet vs AJ Styles

A dream match took place on RAW this week when the newly crowned US Champion Ricochet locked horns with AJ Styles. Considering the dexterity of the two men in the ring, it was certainly a dream match for the avid wrestling fans. Furthermore, the two men closed the show.

Ricochet lost the bout and the two Superstars showed respect to each other after the match. Ricochet and Styles are arguably two of the best in-ring performers of Vince McMahon's company. Since they delivered an incredible match this week, WWE could renew the rivalry. It will not be surprising if the Phenonemal One becomes the next challenger for the United States Championship.

#1 Down: Samoa Joe will be the next challenger of Kofi Kingston

While Samoa Joe is certainly a great challenger for Kofi Kingston, it could virtually end the brand split. Kofi Kingston, who defended the WWE Title successfully at Stomping Grounds, appeared on RAW. Despite being a SmackDown Live Superstar, Kingston has been a regular presence on the red brand in the last few weeks.

Joe, on the other hand, lost the US Title to Ricochet but he could be facing the WWE Champion at Extreme Rules. After overcoming Sami Zayn and Kevin Owens on RAW, Kingston was viciously attacked by the former US Champion.

Alexa Bliss, who is a RAW Superstar, challenged SmackDown Women's Champion Bayley at Stomping Grounds. Similarly, Joe is likely to challenge the most coveted prize of the blue brand. Considering SmackDown Live has several talented Superstars, it is not a wise decision and it could lead to the end of the brand split.

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#1 Up: Undertaker's appearance

Without a shadow of a doubt, Undertaker's appearance was one of the most shocking moments in recent memory. After Roman Reigns pinned Drew McIntyre at Stomping Grounds, Shane McMahon gave a colossal task to the Big Dog. The former Universal Champion was put in a two-on-one handicap match on RAW and Reigns looked completely helpless.

A vicious Claymore Kick rocked the Big Dog, while Shane was getting ready to hit a Coast to Coast. The Undertaker's music hit and he delivered a Chokeslam to Shane. Moreover, the Deadman also delivered a big boot to the Scottish Psychopath. It was a jaw-dropping sight for the fans and it was undeniably the best moment from RAW this week.

The Phenom will be part of Extreme Rules as he will team up with Roman Reigns to take on Shane McMahon and Drew McIntyre. Since the Undertaker entered this storyline, he could also end up facing either Shane McMahon or Drew McMahon at SummerSlam.