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Reigns kicked off the show by walking up to the ring to apologize for not being a fighting champion. He gave a character breaking promo announcing that his name is Joe and he has been fighting Leukemia for 11 years.
He said that the disease was back and for that, he would have to give up the Universal Title but mentioned that this was in no way his retirement. He lay the belt down in the center of the ring and walked out before hugging his Shield brothers on the ramp. Roman was in tears.
Finn Balor vs. Bobby Lashley
Balor was in control when Lio ran an interference causing Finn to chase Rush on the outside as Lashley used the opportunity to steamroll Balor as we headed for commercials. Balor hit a basement dropkick and Lio kept chanting Lashley's name. Lashley hit a Samoan drop for a near fall and Balor reversed the vertical suplex. Balor missed the Coupe de Grace and got the three count with a sudden roll-up.
Result: Finn Balor def. Bobby Lashley
Sasha Banks vs. Ruby Riott
Sasha hit a big shoulder tackle right off the bat and gained the momentum as we headed into a commercial break. Riott was in control as we returned and had a rest hold on. Banks hit a big boot to the face and a dropkick winning back control of the match before she hit the double knees twice followed by a backstabber.
Logan and Morgan came out for the assist and were attacked by Bailey and Natalya. The Riott Squad managed to overpower the competition and Sasha had to get involved. Riott capitalized and hit a huge kick as Sasha returned to the ring and got the three count.
Result: Ruby Riott def. Sasha Banks
DX returns...again
DX was in the ring to cut another generic promo about facing the Brothers of Destruction at Crown Jewel. Undertaker's music hit halfway through and the 'Brothers' showed up on the Titantron showing off tombstones with H and Shawn's names on them. Taker said they'll 'Rest in Peace'; nothing we haven't heard hundreds of times before.
The announce team confirmed that Brock Lesnar and Braun Strowman will fight for the now-vacant Universal Title at Crown Jewel.
As a surprise to absolutely no one, Paul Heyman came out to remind us why Brock is the one who deserves the Universal Title more than anyone. He said Braun isn't on the same level and the Monster came out to refute that statement. Drew McIntyre attacked Braun with a Claymore from behind as the lackluster segment ended.
Elias vs. Apollo Crews
Elias was in the ring to perform but was cut off by Apollo. The match began before we could even ask where his former mates, Titus Worldwide were. Regardless, Crews hit a big flip off the apron to the ground as we, once again, cut for commercials. The two traded rest holds and Crews hit an Enzugiri.
A standing shooting star press from Crews ended in a near fall. Elias hit a knee to the chin and then the Driftaway for the three count and the victory as we were reminded what Elias' entrance music sounds like.
Result: Elias def. Apollo Crews
Kurt Angle appeared on screen to talk about the WWE World Cup and the competitors giving us a little snippet of their achievements and accolades. He said he'll be bringing his best to the fight even though it's been years since his glory days in the WWE.
Elias was back in the ring with his guitar after the match but this time Baron Corbin interrupted him. Baron said they didn't have time for it but Elias said Stephanie wants to hear the song too. Baron told him if Stephanie didn't like him, he'd be fired already.
Elias sang a couple lines about how Corbin is just a puppet for Stephanie. Corbin had Elias' mic cut off and he retreated backstage. Elias returned, however, catching Baron unawares and smashed his guitar on the acting GM's back. At least one good thing came out of this long segment.
RAW Women's Title Contract Signing
Nikki and Brie came out first and hesitated to stay in the ring as Rousey came in. Ronda promised she wasn't looking for a fight. The twins angered the champ with all sorts of trash talking but Rousey stayed true to her word and didn't raise a finger.
Nikki and Rousey signed the contract and the champ left with these words: 'At Evolution, I will end you'.
Backstage, Ambrose and Rollins gave an emotional interview speaking about their history as the Shield. They were at a loss for words as they headed into the Tag Team Title match against Dolph and Drew.
Nia Jax vs. Ember Moon vs. Dana Brooke vs. Tamina - Fatal Four Way Match
Dana went for a quick roll-up on Ember but was denied the three count. Nia flipped Dana on her back and then had Tamina on her shoulders but Tamina got out of it and hit a superkick, sending Nia rolling out of the ring. Ember came back in and hit the Eclipse on Tamina while both Nia and Dana were out of the ring. Ember went for the roll-up and got the easy three count.
Result: Ember Moon def. Tamina, Nia Jax & Dana Brooke
Tori and Lita were cutting a promo backstage when Mickie and Alicia attacked them. The brawl lasted all of 10 seconds and the veterans ended with "That's how we do in the Attitude Era". Cringe.
Dolph Ziggler & Drew McIntyre (c) vs. Seth Rollins & Dean Ambrose - RAW Tag Team Title Match
The Shield were dominating and Seth took out both men with a suicide dive into the barricades. Ziggler caught Rollins in a Famouser as McIntyre and he hit a double-team move. Ziggler and Ambrose were chasing each other around the ring as the match continued inside.
Rollins made a great attempt at a cover on Drew and then set up for a top rope move but Drew got the better of him. Dean came in with a dropkick and Rollins hit a Duperplex and then a Falcon Arrow but still no luck with the pin. Dolph hit a Zigzag but still no luck. Strowman came in with a distraction and Rollins knocked out the referee by mistake.
Braun attacked Drew and took him backstage and when Dolph realized he was alone, he tried to run. Rollin caught him with a stomp and got the pin to win the titles.
Result: Seth Rollins & Dean Ambrose def. Dolph Ziggler & Drew McIntyre to become the new RAW Tag Team Champions
Ambrose hit a Dirty Deeds on Rollins and then started attacking him mercilessly. He dropped him out of the ring while the shocked audience booed Dean. He removed the mat from the floor and hit a Dirty Deeds on the concrete before walking out into the crowd. The Shield is officially over!
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