WWE MONDAY NIGHT RAW 6/25/24 RECAP

WWE MONDAY NIGHT RAW 6/25/2024 RECAP:

With the chaos of SmackDown fresh in everyone's minds, what could WWE's finest expect from this menacing group on Monday night? Let's dive into the action-packed show featuring Money in the Bank qualifiers, intense women's tag team action, and the relentless Bron Breakker.

Match Card

Announced Matches:

• Money in the Bank Qualifier: Braun Strowman vs. Chad Gable vs. Bronson Reed

• Money in the Bank Qualifier: Lyra Valkyria vs. Kairi Sane vs. Shayna Baszler

• Bron Breakker vs. Ludwig Kaiser

• Kofi Kingston vs. Karrion Kross

• Non-title Match: Kayden Carter and Katana Chance vs. Isla Dawn and Alba Fyre

  Drew McIntyre Kicks Off Raw

   Drew McIntyre made a thunderous entrance, addressing his brutal attack on CM Punk in Chicago. He relished in the beatdown, taunting fans who still cheered for Punk. Declaring his entry into the Money in the Bank ladder match, McIntyre revealed a bracelet he took from Punk, bearing the names "AJ" and "Larry," and vowed to win the briefcase with his rival's family on his side.

  Highlights:

  • Michael Cole announced Pat McAfee's absence, with The Miz joining commentary.

  • McIntyre's scathing words about Punk and the WWE fans.

  • McIntyre's ominous claim of having Punk's family in his corner.

  • Backstage, Chad Gable, the latest victim of The Wyatt Sicks, arrived with heightened security.

Bron Breakker vs. Ludwig Kaiser

Bron Breakker clashed with Ludwig Kaiser, following up on their heated encounter. Despite Kaiser's impressive showing, a vengeful Sheamus interfered, leading to a disqualification. Breakker, showing babyface tendencies, cut off Sheamus' powerbomb with a devastating Spear, standing tall.

Result: Kaiser defeated Breakker via disqualification

Highlights:

• Breakker's stunning super Frankensteiner from the top rope.

• Sheamus' interference, adding fuel to their rivalry.

• Sami Zayn challenging Breakker for a match at Money in the Bank.

Money in the Bank Qualifier: Lyra Valkyria vs. Kairi Sane vs. Shayna Baszler

Lyra Valkyria's impressive main roster run continued as she triumphed over Kairi Sane and Shayna Baszler, securing her spot in the Money in the Bank ladder match. Capitalizing on Sane's elbow drop to Baszler, Valkyria delivered the Nightwing for the win.

Result: Valkyria defeated Sane and Baszler

Highlights:

• Baszler and Sane's rekindled rivalry.

• Valkyria's alertness and timely finisher.

• Drew McIntyre's frustration with being denied a Money in the Bank spot.

Liv Morgan Promo

Women's world champion Liv Morgan tried to woo Dominik Mysterio with promises of more gifts, only to be interrupted by Zelina Vega, who challenged her for the title. The segment escalated with a brawl and the involvement of Rey Mysterio, as Dominik sided with Morgan.

Highlights:

• Morgan's growing confidence and star power.

• Vega's challenge and the ensuing chaos.

• The ongoing storyline between Morgan and Dominik, hinting at future conflicts.

Money in the Bank Qualifier: Braun Strowman vs. Chad Gable vs. Bronson Reed

Chad Gable, despite last week's brutal attack, emerged victorious in a hard-fought battle against Braun Strowman and Bronson Reed. With assistance from The Judgment Day, Gable secured his spot in the Money in the Bank match. The Wyatt Sicks' eerie presence loomed as Nikki Cross delivered a cryptic VHS to Michael Cole.

WATCH THE CLIP BELOW COURTESY OF WWE:

https://twitter.com/i/status/1805414970923897028

Result: Gable defeated Reed and Strowman

Highlights:

• Gable's resilience and power.

• The Judgment Day's continued interference.

• The Wyatt Sicks' unsettling message.

Katana Chance and Kayden Carter vs. Isla Dawn and Alba Fyre

In a non-title match, WWE women's tag team champions Alba Fyre and Isla Dawn overcame Kayden Carter and Katana Chance. The post-match attack by Damage CTRL set the stage for a new championship rivalry.

Result: Fyre and Dawn defeated Chance and Carter

Highlights:

• The champions' resilience.

• Damage CTRL's assault, reigniting the tag team division.

Seth Rollins Interrupts Damian Priest

World heavyweight champion Damian Priest and Seth Rollins exchanged heated words, with Rollins challenging Priest to a high-stakes match at Money in the Bank. The segment intensified with Gunther's ominous arrival, foreshadowing future clashes.

Highlights:

• Rollins and Priest's intense promo battle.

• Gunther's return, raising the stakes for the world title.

The Wyatt Sicks Video

A chilling video featuring Uncle Howdy interviewing Bo Dallas aired, adding layers to The Wyatt Sicks' mystery. Dallas' heartfelt words about Bray Wyatt and the eerie split-screen reveal captivated the audience. 

Watch the video courtesy of WWE here:

https://twitter.com/i/status/180542667309074872