Big E ran into Alpha Academy backstage on RAW and called Otis a walking thumb before we headed to the ring for a match between Chad Gable and Finn Balor.
Chad Gable vs. Finn Balor on RAW
Balor started off strong but Gable managed to get in control with a Sideslam and locked in a series of holds. Finn powered through and hit a dropkick followed by a double stomp but Gable dodged the finisher and locked in the Ankle Lock.
Balor reversed out of it and got the armbar in but Gable reversed it back in the Ankle Lock. Balor fought out of it and got the double stomp but was having trouble staying on his feet.
Gable got two German Suplexes in before his top rope moonsault was met with Balor's knees. Balor got the dropkick to the corner but Gable caught him and hit a superplex on Balor. Gable went for the pin but Balor reversed it into the inside cradle for the win.
Result: Finn Balor def. Chad Gable
Grade: B